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What Graphic Designers Are Getting Wrong about Authenticity, AI & Design
Most graphic designers are terrified that AI will steal their creativity, their craft, and the soul of their work. But what if that fear is based on a completely broken idea of authenticity?For years, designers have defended the process. Handmade sketches. Craft. The belief that ... Show More
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The Graphic Designer Blind Spot That Destroys Your Design Career
Have you ever watched someone burn down their whole career while convincing themselves they’re a genius? You can see the disaster coming from a mile away but they’re so wrapped up in their own BS they think the smoke is a spotlight.Graphic Designers do this every day. They cling ... Show More
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Are Graphic Designers Over 40 Too Old for the Industry?
Most graphic designers think ageism in graphic design is the problem. They think once you hit 40, the industry starts phasing you out. That younger designers with faster tools and bigger social followings are taking over.If you’re a graphic designer over 40, you’ve probably asked ... Show More
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