graphic:DESIGN:basics updates

“Design By Humans” 10K Design Contest 2009

no. 2 pencil — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 20:29:11 +0000

[ 26 July 2009; ] . Everybody Owns At Least One There is a ubiquitous piece of clothing that virtually everyone has worn at one time or another. . Some own six or seven, while others have dozens, if not hundreds. . Some use them as nothing more than utilitarian pieces of clothing. Others use them as fashion statements, personal statements, or for fun. Corporations, businesses, and [...]

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How To Select a Good Graphic Design College

no. 2 pencil — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 11:02:34 +0000

You have given a lot of thought to the direction of your college education, and decide that you want to enter the field of graphic design. . You immediately realize that there are literally hundreds of colleges to choose from, so you know there isn’t a lack of available graphic design schools for your degree. . This is [...]

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Sennheiser Headphone Graphic Design Contest

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 03 Jul 2009 11:00:18 +0000

[ 28 August 2009; ] There is an old adage that states music is the universal language of the world. No matter what nationality, creed or culture, it can be enjoyed by practically anyone. Those who are aficionados of music know the importance of a good set of earphones. Sennheiser, a company that has been long recognized as one of the [...]

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Is Online Education Right For You?

no. 2 pencil — Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:00:30 +0000

If you are planning to earn your bachelor’s or master’s degree at one of the many graphic design schools or graphic design colleges available, you are probably considering a traditional higher learning institution such as a college or university. These familiar “brick and mortar” education centers provide the infrastructure and applicable coursework for your [...]

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Fujitsu Mobile Phone Design Award Contest for 2009

no. 2 pencil — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 11:00:36 +0000

[ 31 July 2009; ] Cell phones have become a common sight in today's world. Everyone from the very young to senior citizens use this electronic marvel to communicate, send text messages, and take pictures. In 1983, the emergence of a truly portable cell phone cost the consumer $3,500 or the equivalent of $7,538 in 2009 dollars! Today, a cell phone [...]

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One “Secret” Source For Extra Income: Weddings

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 11:00:17 +0000

The Hidden Costs of College Art supplies, photography supplies, and other design related materials are additional costs that must be factored in, while going to the graphic design school or graphic design college of your choice. Some students make ends meet by taking on part-time jobs, while others are fortunate enough to have these expenses covered [...]

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SPAR International Shopping Bag Design Contest

no. 2 pencil — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 11:00:49 +0000

[ 15 July 2009; ] SPAR International, a large retailer of food and goods across Austria and Central Europe, is holding its SPAR Bag Design Contest. The competition is open to all amateur and professional designers 18 years or older for creative and original imprint designs for SPAR grocery shopping bags. Submitted designs should reflect and interpret the "fascinating world of [...]

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The Postcard Art Competition and Exhibition for 2009

no. 2 pencil — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 11:00:25 +0000

[ 13 July 2009; ] Sending out postcards as mementos to family and friends about our vacation experiences is a popular way of keeping in touch. Oftentimes, we add the familiar words, "Wish you were here." While postcards serve as a pleasant form of greeting and communication, some also see postcards as an art form. The Postcard Art Competition and Exhibition (PACE) [...]

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The 8th Annual Ugly Necklace Contest

no. 2 pencil — Fri, 19 Jun 2009 11:00:13 +0000

[ 19 September 2009 to 15 March 2010. ] In a bizzaro world, left is right, up is down, and ugly is good. Now is your chance to do some reverse jewelry design by entering the 8th Annual Ugly Necklace Contest for 2010. The sponsors describe this contest as, "A jewelry design competition with a twist," and some would humorously add, twisted as well. This contest [...]

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Who Wants To Be a Video Game Artist?

no. 2 pencil — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 11:00:15 +0000

Video Game Art: It’s On Another Level The complexity and depth of video games have progressed at an astonishing rate. Games that were considered state of the art a mere 15 years ago are now a visual marker that demonstrates just how far video game technology and graphics have come. The depictions of virtual worlds in [...]

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