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137 Questions

Last Answer on September 13, 2021

Is that you in the photo?

Asked by Ron over 5 years ago

UPDATE...I have now written a guide to becoming a graphic designer. It is available as Kindle or in print ...check it out here... AMAZON LINK , Yes that is a vector self portrait of me. I did it a long time ago ...and I was younger then too ...I guess I the my age in the photo I drew it from about 40ish ...I am now 56 ...but actually do not look much different. I did try just now to upload a recent photo of me to replace the vector image but for some reason it did not replace it ...I will keep trying though.

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Would you say that its important to know how to use adobe photoshop when you wanna start working in that area? Or is basic knowledge with other software good aswell?

Asked by Basti over 6 years ago

UPDATE...I have now written a guide to becoming a graphic designer. It is available as Kindle or in print ...check it out here... AMAZON LINK . I assume when you say "when you want to start working in that area" ...you mean in the Graphic Design industry. I started my career as a graphic designer well before computers were used so I had to know how to do magic marker visuals, mock ups, draw logos with rotoring pens etc. Without these skills I could not have progressed in my career. So nowadays to be a graphic designer you need to know how to use Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign as these are the standard tools of the trade. Any other programs you want to learn are up to you but the above mentioned are a must to be able to get into this field. I hope this answers your question.

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Have you ever made a million dollars?

Asked by Johnson over 5 years ago

Only in my dreams ...lol. But that is my goal before I retire... nearly 57 though so not long left. I am a shareholder of a luxury magazine company and if that ever gets sold I am sure to make more than 1 mil. Also I have a personal project on the go which I hope will make money when finally launched.

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Do you ever use rhinestones?

Asked by Dan over 5 years ago

Hi Dan ...I am a bit confused about your question ...not sure the relevance of "rhinestones" to graphic design! Maybe you need to ask this question to a jewellery designer or interior designer.

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Hi! I was wondering what is your favorite print or pattern or design?

Asked by Allison over 6 years ago

To be honest I do not have a favourite print, pattern or design as there is so much out there that is so different to each other that it is hard to choose ....and my taste varies. As long as it has that 'wow' factor and is memorable then the design etc is a success.

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I'm looking into getting a graphic design degree, and I was wondering on your opinion online colleges like Independence University?

Asked by Tink over 5 years ago

UPDATE...I have now written a guide to becoming a graphic designer. It is available as Kindle or in print ...check it out here... AMAZON LINK . Hi, to be honest I do not know a lot about online colleges and have never hear of Independence University. Computers and the internet were not around when I went to art college ...so I sat in a class with a teacher ...so not much help with this question, sorry

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Hi! Can you help me at least - give me an idea. I have been asked to design a map here at my work on our city along with the surrounding areas - maybe like 3 of them that distribute the newspapers along with red pins off all that do

Asked by Rose Garza about 5 years ago

UPDATE...I have now written a guide to becoming a graphic designer. It is available as Kindle or in print ...check it out here... AMAZON LINK . I guess if you are working in the company as a graphic designer you should be able to come up with an idea as that what you are employed to do. If all else fails, research online in google images for similar maps that have been done ...hope this helps

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