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A Behind the Scenes Look at our Studio’s Creative Process

A lot goes on behind the scenes at the studio before we are ready to present layouts: creative kick-off meetings, research, brainstorming sessions, rough sketches, rough digital versions, a few rounds of cuts, repeat, some refinement, and then presentation time! For us, the creative process looks a lot like this:  

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Check the Presses (and Sometimes Stop ‘Em)

A press check is the final stage of any printed design project and is an important part of a graphic designer’s job. When we go onsite to a press check or take the time to review press proofs at the studio, we can better assure the quality of the finished product.

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Why Responsive Websites Are Now A Gold Standard in Web Design

For years mobile devices have been changing the way we view the web. According to Pew Research, nearly two-thirds of Americans now have a smart phone of some type, and use that as their main entry point to the internet.

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Don’t Try This at Home

Do-it-yourself projects are meant to save money, but can end up going wrong, requiring emergency fixes from experienced professionals at an extra cost. A few of these DIY’s are pretty obvious, like complicated electrical work. But some ideas seem easy enough – like designing your company’s logo or website.

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