Category Archives: Graphic Design
The “Pros” and Cons of Spec Work
Posted on 12'09 Aug
In this article I outline the so called “pros” and cons of speculative work and then outline other’s opinions on the debate… If you haven’t already guessed it, I am against spec work. Let me explain – it’s worth the [..]
What every designer ought to know about: FSC
Posted on 04'09 Aug
According to AGDA (Australian Graphic Design Association) Code of Ethics… 2.1 – A Member shall work in a manner so that as little harm (direct or indirect) as possible is caused to the natural environment. So it makes me wonder… [..]
Explained In English: Copyright, Patents, Trademarks & Registered Designs
Posted on 14'09 Jul
This is a guest article by Samuel Jesse McCown, the man behind the new and outstanding blog, Gráfica Real. Recently I was involved in a project with a team of industrial designers, graphics designers and myself in which we collectively [..]
30 Sweet Handpicked Designer Tshirts
Posted on 07'09 Jul
I’ve posted about great designer tshirts twice before on JCD and due the popularity of the posts here is another installment of awesome designer tshirts. All of these shirts come in men and women’s sizes and are on sale from [..]
12 Design and Business Books I’ve Read & Recommend (Part 2)
Posted on 13'09 Apr
In this two part series I outline some great design and business related books that I have read & highly recommend. I give a short insight of each book, along with suggestions on who it may be for and the [..]
Australian Design Conferences
Posted on 01'09 Apr
Below you will find a list of Australian design conferences, events, competitions & exhibitions. If you know of any more, please do get in contact. Semi Permanent What is Semi Permanent? Two days of inspiration and industry insight from leading [..]
12 Design and Business Books I’ve Read & Recommend (Part 1)
Posted on 24'09 Mar
In this two part series I outline some great design and business related books that I have read & highly recommend. I give a short insight of each book, along with suggestions on who it may be for and the [..]