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Since yesterday’s post was about local design resources, I wanted to share some of the global design resources I use and often visit. I’ve included some web design links as well. Coroflot – design link that posts jobs and articles CreativeBloq – cool Core77 – industrial design Behance – online porfolio site that brought 99u 99u – awesome resource that encourages ACTION, especially for...

The AIGA SC Chapter is bringing artist and graphic designer James White, to Blue Ion this Friday, November 22nd for FREE from 5sh to 9sh [according to Blue Ion’s blog]. All you have to do is RSVP! Here’s a little blurb from RefreshCHS. My favorite images from him are his DRIVE movie poster, Green Lantern “Blackest Night” poster, The Smuggler, The Scientist, and Elle. The time is from 5sh to 9sh, according to...

Usually at this time of year, I attempt to do next year’s calendar using Shutter Sister’s template. However, I just discovered that they haven’t updated their 2014 template. So this puts me at a dilemma for a quick solution. This actually means I’ll have to create one. However, since my time is limited, I decided to search online, which would be quicker! 🙂 Here are some options below: Here’s an awesome...

I wanted to take this time to highlight an artist named Drew Blank. I stumbled across his work [Hero Squares] at Heroes Con about two years ago, but finally met in person last year. Well, his wife really. How’d I meet his wife, Christy, officially? At a CupcakeCamp Summerville this past spring. Or was it at CupcakeCamp Charleston,  the fall? I can’t recall. All that matters is that Christy Blank makes some amazing...

Cards & Pockets are having their 5th Annual Invitation Design Contest! You can only enter one of your own designs, in either of these categories: DIY or Professional. The invitation must be an actual event this year or 2014.  Contest ends 12/1/13. Here is a link to their Design Blog for inspiration, and to check out a few of the previous years’ winners. Prizes include Crate & Barrel or Cards & Pockets Gift Card, 1st...

I stumbled on this artist Meghan Murphy a few weeks ago. I can’t remember how [don’t you hate that?]. I love that her style is cute AND weird. She also runs a bi-weekly webcomic called KawaiiNot. In the spirit of CupcakeCamp Charleston next week, above is a sample of one of her illustrations I wanted to share [she sells it as a t-shirt or as wall-art]. More info on CupcakeCamp Charleston in tomorrow’s post!