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Re: Top AI Tools for Creatives

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 09:42:11 -0000

Also, just released, is HubSpot’s AI-powered writing assistant! If you’re using HubSpot, see if you can access this new release. It’s still rough around the edges, but is really promising for accelerating large writing projects. Similarly, if you’re using SEMRush for SEO work, they have new AI research assistance tools that are in beta.

Re: The Power of User-Generated Content in Social Media Marketing

trendsettingdesign — Wed, 17 May 2023 13:00:00 -0000

This is something every non-profit should be doing, getting donors and volunteers to share content back to the org. Businesses that are for-profit can use contests to generate content and request reviews from customers. There’s so many great ideas in the article!

Re: Improving Conversions with Hyperlocal Social Media Marketing

trendsettingdesign — Wed, 17 May 2023 12:52:47 -0000

This is awesome! Local and hyperlocal social media marketing are super useful for businesses, from small local shops to enterprise level SaaS companies.

Re: How to Hire the Right FinTech Product Designer

trendsettingdesign — Thu, 11 May 2023 14:01:58 -0000

Love the tips here, and I feel like they apply to any company that needs a mixture of design and development along with fast turnaround and data security.

Re: Packaging Design Ideas to Inspire You

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 03 Mar 2023 15:50:27 -0000

Love this!

Re: Font Focus: Montserrat and Fira Sans

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 05 May 2017 16:57:11 -0000

I totally agree. These are two great typeface designs, especially Fira Sans. It, in particular, is one of the most carefully crafted typeface designs I've seen in a decade or more. The font file packages it comes in are particularly impressive too, and ideal for on-screen usage.

Some say Montserrat is simply a Gotham clone, but I see it more as a serendipitous thing that it's similar to Gotham. They were both inspired by old signage designs from similar eras, so it makes sense that they would have a similar feel.

Re: New Identity for London Symphony Orchestra by The Partners

trendsettingdesign — Mon, 23 Jan 2017 10:48:00 -0000

I am impressed by their commitment to the core idea. They went through with a full motion capture, animated it, created custom typography based on it, created spreads based on that, all while staying faithful to the original design intent. It is a rare and beautiful thing to see that level of faithfulness and commitment to a creative scheme, and I believe that for that reason alone, this is a success.

I also see truly great execution of the ideas here. It was a good idea, well executed. The last consideration is: does it work for this organization at this time? It seems to me that it does; I initially didn't think that the magazine spreads really worked, as I found myself thinking, "What does it mean?". However, upon further consideration, I think it's because it's such a leap forward that I was initially hesitant. I love it, and I'm thrilled to see a historic organization truly taking a leap forward.

Re: I was bored today.

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 23:46:32 -0000

Looks like the Cotten men are hijacking this thread. So be it.

I happen to know what the Objects In Question (OIQ) are, but I can wish that they were heavenly orbs of squishy goodness, sent from a Revival Angel to smear ooey gooey anointment on all the conference attendees, taking the worship experience to new heights of fuzzy warmth and bringing about spontaneous sanctification! Yeah!

Unfortunately, the OIQs have an entirely different purpose.

OR DO THEY?!

Re: Joomla 1.6 beta coming soon

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 13:00:12 -0000

It's gonna take a lot more work to set up Joomla with 1.6. I also second Rob's comment. I feel an uneasiness about all of this. For instance, the way he talks about nested Categories, it's like they don't understand why we all need to be able put articles into multiple nested categories. That's extremely troubling.

Re: Mountain Dew Can Logo History

trendsettingdesign — Thu, 25 Jun 2009 15:15:55 -0000

Well you didn't have to shout, but yay!!!

Re: Logo Design Part 2

trendsettingdesign — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 20:25:04 -0000

@Karmen Yeah, I'm glad that my foibles can bring joy to so many. Thanks for the compliment!

Re: Prayer: Indentification and Repentance

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 14:06:12 -0000

Awesome. I loved how John made identificational repentance a "normal" and Biblical thing to do.

Re: Guest Blog at Live Awake

trendsettingdesign — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 12:11:59 -0000

Thanks for the link! The article is quite insightful into American Airlines' corporate policies. I think they're pretty typical for corporations, actually. It's far too difficult to get anything worthwhile done!

Re: 50+ Excellent Posters about Design

trendsettingdesign — Sat, 09 May 2009 19:37:01 -0000

Awesome collection. It's great to see so many people's takes on what the core of design is. I agree with most of them, too!

Re: Guest Blog at Live Awake

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 01 May 2009 11:33:13 -0000

Thanks for the opportunity! I discovered that I'm a terrible writer after midnight! I had to go back this morning and do quite a bit of editing for it to make sense.

Re: God’s Unfolding Revelation Poster

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 16:45:27 -0000

Thanks for your feedback. It needed a grand yet gritty feel to it, so it sounds like I was successful. I like your take on the apocalyptic theme!

Re: Mountain Dew Can Logo History

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 22:09:44 -0000

I'm still waiting for a response too. You might be right about them being found objects, rather than created objects. By the by, where'd you get the idea for your username (Jimmy Groove)? JimmyGroove is an old comic character than a friend and I came up with in High School, and I'm known as Jimmy Groove on lots of old chat forum posts. Small world. I never would have thought that somebody else would have come up with that exact same name. Funny!

Re: Mountain Dew Can Logo History

trendsettingdesign — Mon, 06 Apr 2009 10:56:43 -0000

Fascinating. It wasn't ironic. I do think he's got a good site, because it's minimalistic, easily navigated, and successfully puts the content front-and-center. My comments on how he crushed the cans still stands, because of the particular way the cans were crushed. The were all crushed in such a way to keep the important parts of each can's graphics unsullied by crinkles, rust or scratches. I think we'd all agree that usually when you crush a soda can, you can't control which parts of the can become marred by wrinkles or scratches.
If your comment is in re: to the rest of his portfolio, well that's your opinion. But let's stay civil in how we critique other artists' work.

Re: Retro Futuristic Trend

trendsettingdesign — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 19:45:50 -0000

Thanks. I had fun assembling everything, both my work and the other artists'. I'm still a fan of this style because it's so graphically satisfying. It's funny that so many artists "preach" against this sort of eye candy, but no one can deny that this type of stuff is fun to look at.

Re: Mountain Dew Can Logo History

trendsettingdesign — Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:52:06 -0000

Well, they used the "Yahoo!" line in different iterations from 1965—1972, so it's a safe bet that your mysterious can was deposited sometime in that range. What a funny story!

Re: Zimmerman Carpet Cleaners Website

trendsettingdesign — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 12:24:37 -0000

You're right about that. ZCC has always operated with the highest levels of quality. IICRC certification is important, but nothing beats quality workmanship.

Re: New Look to the Blog

trendsettingdesign — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:39:53 -0000

@kaysbargains thanks! We wanted the blog to represent a welcoming, warm, friendly atmosphere. Wood, paper and hand drawn elements made the most sense.

@Carol interesting take on the new look. Accessibility concerns are always paramount to any designer - whether web, print, video or otherwise. There is some debate among interface designers as to how much contrast is the right amount for on-screen use. In paper media, more contrast is (almost) always better, and results in greater readability. However, we're finding that as regards on-screen use, a lower contrast between content and background is a much more enjoyable solution because of the potential of eye strain and eye fatigue that is associated with higher contrast ratios.

Some of these decisions are necessarily based on some form of personal preference ultimately, and all the scientific studies will not allay a user's bad experience. So, I do apologize for your unpleasant user experience, but the typeface size, families, color scheme, et al have been meticulously chosen using worldwide usability standards and psychological/physiological color theory rules. Therefore, we welcome your feedback, and in fact we request your feedback - ESPECIALLY the negative feedback. However, on this particular point I am forced to disagree from what I believe is a purely professional standpoint, and therefore can not change the font settings. I surely hope that the low contrast and color scheme of the new site will not inhibit your user experience to a point wherein you can't partake of Wellspring's ministry. If you have any further questions, please feel free to contact me through my website. I welcome your comments.

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Re: Wellspring Website and Blog

trendsettingdesign — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 23:29:44 -0000

Thanks! It was pretty fun, actually. I've got a new version of the blog up now, with more SEO implementations. http://blog.wellspringwomen...

Re: New Look to the Blog

trendsettingdesign — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 17:07:41 -0000

Good! We're taking a bit of a chance with changing the layout of that front blog page, because it's not the traditional single column blog listing. By the way, you can view that sort of layout using the Calendar of Blog Posts on the right.

It's good to hear that (so far) the new look and navigation is seeing acceptance.

Re: New Look to the Blog

trendsettingdesign — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 14:42:56 -0000

I'm glad you like it! It was my pleasure helping Jessica out on it.