Graphic Design
Go Media Podcast – Episode 27: Looking Forward to 2015
We’re back for another edition of the podcast. It’s a solo show as Bryan talks about what Northeast Ohio’s professional web desigeners, Go Media have been up to, why there hasn’t been a podcast episode since WMC Fest, and what…
Cultural and Historical Influences in Design and Creativity: A WMC Fest Talk by Veronica Corzo-Duchardt
Veronica Corzo-Duchardt, Cuban-American designer and artist behind Chicago-based creative studio, Winterbureau, is the next-in-line to treat us to engaging, enlighting real talk, Weapons of Mass Creation Fest style.
Here, Veronica discusses cultural and historical influences in design and creativity. And the intersection of design, art and archeology in her work.
40+ Japanese Web Design Inspirations
If you’ve been paying attention, you’ll know I’m obsessed with any and all things Japanese – design included.
I can appreciate the full spectrum – from tranquil gardens to Harajuku chic to sampuru and everything in between.
I love the contrast between total zen and neon chaos. The juxtaposition between the steady, serene steam rising above warm cups of tea and the crazed onslaught of information rammed into a subway map, city street, webpage screen.
Watch This Weapons of Mass Creation Fest 5 Highlight Video
It never fails. Weapons of Mass Creation Fest, one of the top graphic design conferences in the US, is life-changing. It draws us together, challenges us, recharges us, motivates us to go off and create more authentically, purposefully. Weapons of Mass Creation Fest reminds us that we aren’t alone; that the adversity we face are universal. The Fest simultaneously highlights the beauty of diversity. It celebrates our differences.
Video Inspiration: Do The Things That Scare You by Grace Bonney of Design*Sponge
Real Talk Grace Bonney, founder of the Design*Sponge, was one of the speakers to treat us to an inspiring talk at this past year’s Weapons of Mass Creation Fest. This incredibly talented author and entrepreneur encouraged the audience to acknowledge,…
How to Ace Your Next Creative Job Interview – What We’re Dying to Know About You
Now that we’ve covered the major do’s and don’ts of the creative interview process, let’s dive into the most nerve wrecking aspect of the interview: the tough questions headed your way.
Remember, you don’t have to be nervous, you just have to be prepared!
And even more than that, you have to be yourself.
Here at Go Media, one of the most important aspects of the interview is getting down to the core of who you are. Since we’re a super small, and really tight-knit group, the biggest nightmare is finding a candidate who doesn’t vibe with our crew.
So take a deep breath, relax, and tell us who you are.
How to Create Custom Stickers: Keys to Success
When creating art for custom stickers, it is best to create artwork at a minimum 300dpi. You may use photoshop or illustrator, or a free alternative like Gimp. What’s most important is that your artwork is submitted as a high resolution file and converted to CMYK. A good understanding of the limitations of cmyk printing is helpful but the most important step is to create high resolution artwork. Resolution is not usually a concern when using Adobe Illustrator to create vector artwork.
How to Ace Your Next Creative Job Interview – Part One: 20 Interview Do’s and Don’ts
Creative Job Interview Tips Whether you’re out there, seeking a job in a creative field, or just want to keep your ninja interview skills sharp as knives, read on as we receive advice from interview expert Ann Walter. Having interviewed…
Texture tutorial: How to apply our rolled ink textures to your design for that old-time print shop vibe
Introducing The Shop’s rolled ink texture packs, volume 01 and 02 Ladies and gentlemen, drum roll please. I’m happy to announce that my rolled ink texture packs are finally available on the Arsenal! Simon from The Shop here, and I’ll…
Free T-Shirt Design Mockup Templates from Your Friends at Go Media
The Power of the Mockup Hello there Designers! As you know, we absolutely love and believe in the power of the mockup here at Go Media. After all, we’ve dedicated our two realistic mockup subscription sites, ShirtMockup.com and MockupEverything.com, as…
40+ More Free Fonts To Download Immediately
Free Fonts for Designers. Sorry guys. I know it’s a bit of a guilty pleasure – this free font thing, but here at Go Media, we love providing designers with products they need. I learned really early on that I…
Why Getting Away from Your Computer Screen Matters More Than You Think
On December 2nd of last year, I embarked on a project that would take me from coast to coast and open my eyes to just how incredible this little country of ours truly is. Dubbed, The Great Agency Adventure, this…
New Print & Advertising Mockup Templates Hit MockupEverything.com
Well, hello fellow designers! Who’s ready to upgrade their portfolio and get some jaws dropping? It’s as simple as heading over to MockupEverything.com, where we’ve just released five new templates for our lucky Pro Users.
(Free Users, there are some for you, too!)
This month, we’ve focused on print and advertising mockup templates, and we’re hoping you like ’em.
F#@% your Function, Find your Fire
Before diving into my position to Go Media, I knew the basics of personal branding.
My understanding went something like this:
1. Figure out who you are
2. Package it up nice and neat
3. Show it off to the world
How to do all those things, I must admit, was a little vague—until now. Let’s just say, I’ve just been enlightened by Michael Cavotta, certified personal brand strategist and professional headshot photographer. As it turns out, there’s more to it than a shot in the dark and a nice photo.
Photoshop Brush Freebie
Today’s freebie comes to us from Arsenal Artist Daniel Martin.
Dan’s dynamic and brilliant Photoshop brushes are yours, no strings attached.
28 Dynamic Flyer, Poster, Print Illustration Inspirations: Vintage Design by Go Media
Paper & ink are woven into the fabric of Go Media. Dreamers and doodlers, our Cleveland Graphic Design staff believe illustration is one of the quickest, deepest, most meaningful ways to convey your message to the world. Custom Illustration is a…
How to Land & Maintain Big Clients: 11 Absolutely Essential Tips
Cover image includes work from Go Media for Dawn, Pepsi and Lincoln Electric. For more of our work click here. Landing Big Clients One question we’re always presented with here at our Cleveland based website and graphic design firm Go Media…
Having Faith in Design: an Interview with Mike Jones of Creative South
Cover Photo courtesy of Patrick Chin Meeting the Man: Mike Jones Whew! What a weekend, huh, guys? As this was my first Weapons of Mass Creation Fest, I did not know what to expect. I knew I’d meet some cool…
Podcast for Designers – Episode 26: Live from WMC Fest 5!
WMC Fest has come and gone by the time you’re listening to this episode. Nonetheless, custom Cleveland website design agency, Go Media set up shop in the Big Cartel Vendor Village at WMC Fest 5 to talk shop with some speakers, vendors,…
New Designer and Developer Resources – August 2014
At Go Media, I’m a front-end developer, a podcaster, a content creator, a designer, and a maker. Just like you, I like to wear a lot of hats and I like to keep up on the current trends, tools, and…
Free Arsenal Templates & More: Go Media’s Arsenal Freebie Sampler
Free Arsenal Templates & More: Vector, eBook, Mockup Template, Font and Textures Freebie! Hello Go Media Faithful! We have got to say, our Arsenal customers are the best around. We’re constantly inspired by what you create and consistently moved to produce…
WMC Fest 5 is HERE!
WMC Fest 5 is here! Take a look at our last minute reminders. Hey all you creatives, Christmas came early this year! Thanks to all of our supporters, WMC Fest is entering its fifth year and we are so happy…
Become a Master Typographer: Pro Tips – Making and Breaking the Rules
As with life, rules in both the lands of lettering and typography are made for a reason. In many cases, it’s best to stick to the books. However, in other cases, it’s quite alright to bend (and even break) the rules. Illustrator…
Tutorial: Designing a Digipak Layout for Campfire Conspiracy
I’m going to show you how I designed the digipak for my band Campfire Conspiracy‘s debut album. If you’ve been following along I’ve written design tutorials about art I’ve created for the bands I’ve played in. You’ve probably seen the band logo tutorial I…