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Jun 30
Why This Graphic Designer Walked Away From Logos...and Never Looked Back
Most graphic designers think success means landing bigger clients, charging higher rates, or becoming known for logos and branding.Anton Duong took a completely different path.What started as a hobby printing stickers turned into a thriving business serving artists, designers, an ... Show More
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Graphic designers love logos.We obsess over them.We celebrate them.We tear them apart.And nobody loves judging logos more than designers.But here's the thing...Some of the world's most successful brands have logos designers absolutely hate.Nike.Google.Mastercard.Calendly.And some ... Show More
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