May 2012
1 post
Ale-8-one Twitter Account →
I recently created and developed a Twitter strategy for my favorite soft drink of all time, Ale-8-one. If you’re not a native Kentuckian, you may have never heard of it. It’s a drink similar to gingerale created 15 minutes from my hometown in Winchester, Kentucky. I have actually been running the account the past couple of days before I turn it over to the Ale-8-one Marketing and PR...
January 2012
1 post
An Important Time for Design →
Design, not just for the services industry anymore.
December 2011
1 post
The Golden Age of Design in Startups →
Zeldman posted this earlier. I felt it was worth reposting for anyone that missed it. There is no better time to be a designer. We now have a seat at the table.
November 2011
5 posts
As a ______ Why Do You Work For Someone Else? →
My friend Sam Wilson shared this with me today. Replace developer with designer, etc.
The Atlantic: What People Don't Understand About... →
theatlantic:
staghorn writes:
Thanks to Mad Men and the countless ads on TV for schools that “allow you to express your creativity to its fullest potential”, the thought is that every design job is a sexy glamorous job. Once you’re through with school, you’ll land a job at Leo Burnett, BBDO, Nike, Apple,…
July 2011
1 post
Varsity Bookmarking: Dear Graphic and Web... →
pieratt:
You have an inherent need to solve problems, visually and conceptually. There is enormous value in this, but you may be misplacing your talents.
The internet, at this time in history, is the greatest client assignment of all time. The Western world is porting itself over to the web in mind and…
May 2011
3 posts
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March 2011
4 posts
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February 2011
1 post
September 2010
1 post
Goodbye Social Media Club Lexington
Nearly two years ago, I was a smalltown 25 year old living in Lexington running my freelance graphic design business from my home in Masterson Station. I didn’t know a whole lot of people outside of my college social circle, family, a few clients, and some social media buddies in the area.
Back then my good friend Luther Andal was putting together a few social get-togethers for some...
July 2010
1 post
Tailgate the SEC (Southeastern Conference) →
Recently I made public a little personal project I have been working on. I brought @littletechguy on as well. It’s a joint venture called Tailgate the SEC. The project is an iPhone app related to travel, tourism and tailgating in the Southeastern Conference.
I’m a die-hard University of Kentucky sports fan and my wife grew up in Georgia Bulldogs territory. I love SEC Football...
May 2010
1 post
3 tags
Be Uncomfortable →
Jeni Herberger, a nationally-recognized creative speaker and consultant (who has nicknamed me “Kentucky”) recently asked me to write a guest blog post on her site from the perspective of a career designer. Here’s the link.
I met Jeni at the HOW Design Conference in Atlanta in 2006. Check out her site.
April 2010
2 posts
Bill Strickland makes change with a slide show |... →
(via xtoddx)
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Why The Kentucky Horse Industry Should Get...
The last couple of days I have been watching the interviews at Augusta, GA for the Masters Tournament on their newly updated iPhone app. This is the second year for the app and it has had tremendous success. The app provides a wonderful user experience and has an easy to use interface. I was impressed by how an organization such as the Masters Tournament took a leap forward and realized that...
March 2010
1 post
HTML5/CSS3 Browser Compatibility Checklist →
cameronmoll:
Handy resource.
February 2010
5 posts
Most Innovative Companies | The Fast Company Blog... →
Is Your Social Media Director Qualified? « The... →
Great article by Olivier Blanchard, also known as @thebrandbuilder on twitter. Companies should really do some digging before getting fooled into hiring a “social media guru” who only knows how to post a tweet or facebook status, not build effective branding strategies.
Good ideas are always about quality, not quantity. →
“Most people make the mistake of thinking design is what it looks like. People...”
– Steve Jobs, CEO, Apple Inc.
November 2009
1 post
September 2009
1 post
Testing Posterous blog
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August 2009
1 post
Art & Copy →
ART & COPY is a powerful new film about advertising and inspiration featuring advertising industry icons behind Nike’s “Just Do It”, Tommy Hilfiger, Reagan’s re-election and more. I for one, can’t wait to go see this.
Art & Copy is screening in Louisville, KY for the Louisville Graphic Design Association on August 27th at The Green Building.
July 2009
1 post
Lexington's Social Media Club →
Lexington Social Media Examiner Morgan Cecil recently wrote an article about Social Media Club Lexington.
June 2009
3 posts
Lexington Typography in Motion by Drifting... →
When I was giving Martin and Gavin of Drifting Creatives a tour of Lexington, we ran into this guy on the side of the road. We stopped to ask if @driftcreate could film his talents. This is awesome.
Contest for Lawyers
I’m a small business looking for a laywer to represent my company. It needs to be the right fit so I’m going to hold a contest. Details to follow soon.
I’ll choose the best one. The winner will get paid $50 and they’ll be able to use it on their resume. You’ll also be able to use this experience to get more clients and even possibly some steady work from me. Law...
Social Media Club Lexington, June Tweetup →
Come join us at Keeneland for some Central Kentucky fun. Drink specials, food, live music and simulcast betting. Good ole Southern fun.
May 2009
2 posts
Graphic Design, Social Media Skills →
Jason Keath, a leader in the design and social media community from Charlotte, NC, recently asked me to write a blog post for his Social Media Skills series. Here is my article on what social media marketers can learn from graphic designers.
March 2009
2 posts
A Horse of a Different Color | New at Pentagram →
Famous design firm Pentagram, has just unveiled the new identity for my beloved city of Lexington, Kentucky. The branding was the work of DJ Stout, who I watched speak in Lexington yesterday, as well as Michael Bierut.
How To Get Noticed As a Twitter Background... →
I was asked to write a blog post for the Twitter Backgrounds Gallery on how to get your background noticed. Here is the link.
February 2009
3 posts
ilovedust →
This London design firm rocks. I’ve been following their work for a few years now. Their client list is very impressive and so are their illustrations. They also do a little work with Jordan Brand (which would be a dream of mine since I originally wanted to be a shoe designer).
Top 10 for January
Well, with the help of all of my Twitter followers, Facebook friends and people that liked my Twitter background, I was able to make the Twitter Background Gallery’s January Top 10. I’d like to thank everyone that voted for me for this special recognition and exposure. View the top 10 here: http://twitterbackgroundsgallery.com/top-10/
January 2009
5 posts
Twitter Backgrounds Gallery →
I was fortunate enough to have my Twitter background featured on the Twitter Backgrounds Gallery. It is an inspirational gallery that is based on user votes. I am in the lead currently with the most votes ever, however I’d love to get a higher ranking. Click the link and please give me a 5 star vote :)
WatchThis is an interview with Apple’s Creative Director Alan Dye conducted by Debbie Millman of Design Matters. He talks about his process and a little about his career.
Twitter and the kindness of the human heart.
I am amazed at what is going on right now on Twitter. The power of social media is starting to grow on me and I am becoming a real believer. If you view David Armano’s Twitter page you will see wonderful things happening. He has asked his 7,000+ followers to donate money to a single mother of 3 kids, who is the victim of an abusive relationship, and is now homeless. If you go to...
