IndieCreatives

Great Advice from Neil Gaiman and Lisa Stewart

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Wed, 23 May 2012 14:23:17 PDT

If you’re in need of a shot of heady inspiration founded by timeless wisdom, Neil Gaimon delivers a truly captivating speech to the University of the 2012 Arts Class -and we get the tremendous benefit of hearing it, too. The landscaping of business is changing, we know this. Much of what Neil has to offer [...]

Cause Marketing: Buy One, Give one

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Wed, 07 Mar 2012 08:00:06 PST

Have you thought of partnering with a cause? Have your ideas run dry on how to make the world a better place? When considering partnering with a cause, remember it’s a balance of altruism and profitability. I’ve seen small agencies list 200 charities on their rooster and it’s my opinion that this is just ridiculous. [...]

How Pinterest Violates Your Copyright

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Wed, 29 Feb 2012 08:51:12 PST

Up until now, I was not going to get riled about copyright violation hype on Pinterest. However, things have changed. The prevasive problem of repinning work is now becoming an epidemic among those of us who like shiny objects. The fun and games being hosted on Pinterest are just that until someone gets hurt. The [...]

When Can I Use the Word Yummy?

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 10:37:08 PST

When Can I Use the Word Yummy? When you're talking to your child. Read More...

Last Minute Creative Holiday Gifts

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 06:59:09 PST

Rejoice! You can now shop with your glass of bubbly and look like you’ve sweat over her/his gift. Here are a few terrific last minute holiday gifts that you can give the creative on your list. Photography Lytro Camera – Get this folks, this is truly FM (freaking magic) for the photo geeks in your [...]

Weekly WrapUp

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 06:05:50 PDT

National Patent News What the Recent U.S. Patent Reform Law Means for Startups On Sept. 8, Congress passed a patent reform bill named the “Leahy-Smith America Invents Act.” President Obama signed the act into law on Sept. 16. The most relevant aspect of the act for startups is the switch from a “first-to-invent” to a [...]

How-Not-To: Divide and Destroy the Netflix Way

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 09:50:25 PDT

From brandgasm to brandchasm: How one industry leader erodes consumer confidence and drops its value by half in just two months. You, too, can prevent branding blunders! From alerting your customers to major changes (even if you don't think they are) to major uphevels to your entertainment, brandchasms can be deterred with just a little bit of planning.

Saul Bell 2011 Design Awards

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Sat, 03 Sep 2011 08:32:26 PDT

While the Saul Bell 2011 Design Awards were announced a few months ago, they are now accepting applications for 2012 awards. So much inspiration from these fine artists that I can’t keep from drooling. Go take a look for yourself. Gorgeous work. Gorgeous. Here’s to Cultivating Your Creative Independence

iPad Tip: Using Your New iPad2 as Your Video Camera

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 06:03:23 PDT

Are you aware of the growing need to have video? Have you wondered how to take video of yourself without including a 2nd person? Here’s a no drama solution to video for fine artists: The ipad and a mount from Makayama. This is a very neat way to take video of yourself and of your [...]

Follow your passions, even if the money doesn’t follow

lisa@indiecreatives.com (Lisa Stewart) — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 07:35:09 PDT

A beautifully shot documentary on a creative who is on the other side of the lens. He continues to follow his passion regardless of income. An inspiration to us all during these bleak times. He shows us to follow your passions, even if the money doesn’t follow. An extraordinary example of DSLR cinematography -must watch. [...]