With Adobe Illustrator, it’s possible to create a fur texture by drawing a single hair. This is a demo of the tools and techniques I used to design a cartoon character, based on my mischievous cat.
Web Page Screen Captures Without A Plugin
Here’s a demonstration of website content screen captures in Safari, Chrome and Firefox. Browser developer tools are capable of capturing an entire web page, specified sections, and mobile layouts, with no plugin required.
Design at the Intersection
Design is more than graphic content. It is the interplay of images and words, or the convergence of a message’s contents with its method of delivery.
Seinfeld, 30 Years Later, Part 3: Society Now!, and What Consumer, I’m The Consumer?!
This Seinfeld series conclusion marks the 30th anniversary of season one. Part 3 examines the many ways our societal norms and consumer habits have changed, from longer life expectancy to the extinction of video stores.
Gateway Arch Photo Gallery
The Malcolm W. Martin Memorial Park has the best view of the Gateway Arch from across the Mississippi River. This is a gallery of photos in all weather conditions, taken from November 2015 through April 2017.
Seinfeld, 30 Years Later, Part 2: Hot Wizards With Many Functions, and Sweet Rides
Part 2 of this Seinfeld series reviews technologies and vehicles that were prevalent during its run. Cell phones and the internet have transformed how we communicate, and many vehicle make and models ceased production.
Combining Color Correction Techniques
Photoshop provides countless ways to color correct photos. No single method reliably produces accurate results that is also easy. This video compares the results of a few methods, and suggests combining techniques.
Seinfeld, 30 Years Later, Part 1: Un-Branding, Dunkers & Dictators, and Mom & Pop Stores
Seinfeld aired its pilot episode thirty years ago on July 5, 1989. This three-part series examines the many societal changes over the decades, with the Part 1 focusing on brands, celebrities and locations.
Silicon Valley: Pied Piper’s Logo Is A Story Arc
A good logo identifies a business. A great logo tells you their story. As a series, Silicon Valley is a wicked satire of tech culture. As a story, the fictional company Pied Piper’s trajectory informs their brand.
Adobe XD: Three Years In The Oven and Only Half-Baked
Adobe XD (Experience Design) is an odd mix of useful features and glaring omissions. It has a clean GUI, low learning curve and a few nice functions, but it’s also missing important website interactivity capabilities.