50 Ways to become a better Graphic Designer

07Jan08

A great list for those you want to pursue graphic designer career or if you are already a certified designer you might forget this simple stuff to simplify your talents.

Don’t get stuck before you’ve started: get some good ideas.

1. Metaphors

2. Don’t take all day to brainstorm

3. Get off that computer

4. Join forum

5. Think brand

6. Use a sketchbook

7. Get your specs straight

8. Draw a map

9. Rough it out

10. Take a shower

11. Stay on top of the latest happenings

12. Keep to web standards

13. Make a library

14. Save. Save. Save. Save again

15. Collaborate

16. Do it right first time

17. Save your repeated actions

18. Your assets’ greatest asset

19. Simplify

20. Experience is everything

21. Naming files

22. Gradients in Flash

23. Another Layer of Photoshop Cake

24. Use a pen and paper

25. Play with Color. Like no other

26. Buy a new computer

27. More RAM

28. Get more plug ins

29. Gradients in Photoshop

30. Learn more

31. Ask your friend

32. Do some Acrobatics

33. Add texture

34. Bring a little shade in

35. Take a Break. Then Stare Until your eyes hurt

36. Stop. STOP!

37. Print finishes

38. Prepare yourself

39. Proof read

40. Return to the brief

41. Never ever rely on the spell checker

42. Work with clients, not against them

43. Re re read

44. Stick to the brief like honey sticks to toast

45. Specifics

46. Do what you do best

47. Keep a back up of everything

48. Never assume anything

49. Justify yourself

50. Don’t over sell yourself

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