People are losing jobs or struggling to keep their jobs; relationships are dissolving; they're trying to find stable footing; looking for places to live; looking for hope.... There are so many people and projects leaning on me, that I feel a literal weight on my shoulders that does not relent, even in sleep.
Read MoreThe Details That Matter
Clients feel free to send you work rife with typos, poor grammar, and bad code, but you'll be expected to fix their mistakes; and may all the gods help you if you make new ones.... So if you're also bad at proofing your work, and details elude you, here are some of the things I do to get around it: First, if at all possible, I pressgang someone else into proofing it for me.
Read MoreI'm in love with this layout.
This answers so many of my current work problems, that it's literally the answer to my prayers.... But still, it's good to know that Titivillus, patron demon of the design profession, answers impassioned pleas.
Read MoreChip Shop Awards
Some of the categories: Best Use of Shocking Copy Best Work for any Brand you Haven't a Hope of Winning Best Work for a Client You Have but Haven't a Hope of Running Best Reject - for ads that have been rejected by clients but you feel should have run Best Use of Plagiarism Best Work for a Relative or Friend Some of the nominated ads are dreadful; others brilliantly shocking.... Of course, you have to do what the client wants, but sometimes you get sick of that.
Read MoreCaffeine carnage
This is the current collection of recyclable cups, under my desk; about two weeks' worth. Most of the cups are stacked in multiples to save space. It's more than a little scary how much caffeine I drink.
Yes, it's been that sort of month. 