David Carson: Revolutionizing Graphic Design in the Computer Age

David Carson: Revolutionizing Graphic Design in the Computer Age

This is another installment in a blog series called “Artists You Should Know.” In the ever-evolving world of graphic design, few individuals have left a lasting impact as profound as David Carson. With his innovative approach and avant-garde style, Carson transformed the field, bridging the gap between traditional design and the emerging realm of computer-aided graphic design. This blog post explores the remarkable influence of David Carson on the industry

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Robert McCall: Revealing His Cosmic Canvases

Robert McCall: Revealing His Cosmic Canvases

Robert McCall: an artist you should know. This is another entry in my continuing series of “Artists You Should Know”. By NASA – http://spaceflight.nasa.gov/gallery/images/apollo/apollo15/html/s71-41694.html, Public Domain, Link Introduction In the realm of artistic visionaries, there are few who possess the ability to transport us beyond the boundaries of our world and into the vast reaches of the cosmos. Among them stands Robert “Bob” McCall, a renowned illustrator whose brushstrokes have

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The Spicks & the Specs of Spec Work

The Spicks & the Specs of Spec Work

The spicks and the specOf the girls on my mindWhere is the sunThat shone on my headThe sun in my lifeIt is dead. . . Bee Gees – “The Spicks and the Specks” It is dead Spec work is the best way to destroy an industry. Many would argue that “Speculative work” is the best way to get the top tier work from creatives. I’m here to tell you that

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Carlisle Chang: Artists you should know.

Carlisle Chang: Artists you should know.

In my continued series, started on my old blog, I showcase some artists who you should know. In this installment I talk about an artist who you should know: Carlisle Chang. I originally wrote this blog in response to the destruction of an artist’s public work around the Queen’s Park Savannah a couple of years ago. It reminded me of the mural above and the story behind it. We have

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