graphic:DESIGN:basics updates

Worldstudio AIGA Scholarships 2010-2011

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 23:47:29 +0000

[ 1 April 2011; ] The key to your door of opportunity If you are planning to enroll at a graphic design school you already know that part of the hurdle is meeting educational expenses such as tuition, supplies, living expenses and other amenities. The American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA) understands the role for economic assistance in education and states: "Imagine [...]

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2011 Flyway Film Festival

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 02:41:26 +0000

And…action! These are the words you’ll hear from a movie director to alert the production crew and actors to start a scene for filming. If you have a video or film you think is of exceptional quality, send in your creation to the Filmway Film Festival for a chance to have your work publicly shown at [...]

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Microsoft’s ‘Dream.Build.Play’ video game design contest

no. 2 pencil — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 01:31:33 +0000

[ 11 June 2011; ] Game on! One of the most popular game machines in the world is Microsoft's Xbox 360. Gamers enjoy untold hours of entertainment exploring new worlds, fighting bad guys, and playing casual arcade games. If you've ever dreamed about producing your own video game, you have a chance at fame and fortune by entering Microsoft's Dream.Build.Play video game [...]

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Graphic design inspiration: Packaging–part 2

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 22:53:29 +0000

Look before you eat A popular saying with foodies and professional chefs is that you eat with your eyes first. That is why presentation is so important when restaurants serve food to their clientele. In the same manner, when you shop at supermarkets and department stores, if the packaging on the products you view are pleasantly [...]

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Graphic design inspiration: Packaging–part 1

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 01:05:24 +0000

Earliest memories Do you remember the excitement you felt as a kid when you finally received the special toy you were hoping for? The packaging probably displayed nice bold colors, fuzzy little animals or bright graphics. The clear blister plastic enticed you by letting you view the precious treasure within the box. Although we may not consciously know [...]

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CorelDRAW international design contest 2011

no. 2 pencil — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 22:38:24 +0000

[ 30 June 2011; ] Show off your talent If you use CorelDRAW or are a newcomer to this excellent program you have a chance of winning prizes by entering your best work in the CorelDRAW International design contest 2011. The contest details All entries must be submitted as a CorelDRAW® X5 or Corel® PHOTO-PAINTTM X5 file. For those who do not have access [...]

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5 top things you should know about graphic design schools–part 2

no. 2 pencil — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 00:36:47 +0000

Do your homework If you want to receive a good education at a graphic design school it makes perfect sense to ’shop around’ before you decide on the one that is right for you. In other words, you have to do your homework. But you may ask, ‘How can I tell a good graphic design college [...]

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LIFT International visiting artist residency 2011-2012

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 04 Mar 2011 03:03:42 +0000

[ 11 April 2011; ] Do you need a LIFT? In this case we're not referring to an elevator or a ride in a car. LIFT stands for Liaison of Independent Filmmakers of Toronto, the sponsors of the International Visiting Artist Residency. If you are a film maker, an aspiring film maker or a fan of the film arts, this residency program [...]

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Zepter International design contest

no. 2 pencil — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 02:25:49 +0000

[ 20 October 2011; ] Think outside the box... In this contest you will literally have to do this. Zepter International is announcing an open call to all designers for its Zepter International Design Award contest. "Zepter International is pleased to announce this year's open competition for designers and artists from around the world who wish to take part in the Box [...]

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Graphic design mistakes and blunders-part 4

no. 2 pencil — Sat, 26 Feb 2011 00:30:52 +0000

You look mahhhvelous dahling! Prada, Christian Dior, Donatella Versace, and Ralph Lauren are some of the names and brands that are synonymous with fashion. Fashion has a trickle-down effect in the industry. What you see on 5th Avenue and Paris runways eventually influence what you may see on the clothes racks of your local department store [...]

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