111 Navy Chair Event @ DWR
posted by
Hartmut
at 5/14/2010 1:44:24 PM
There is an interesting event coming to the Design Within Reach store Thursday May 20th from 6-8pm. They are launching a chair made from 111 recycled coca-cola bottles as part of their line-up. Great concept responsible thinking. There is a chance to win one too!
Spring Speaker Series Portfolio Center
posted by
Hank Richardson
at 4/10/2010 7:55:51 AM
Free and open to the public:
April 8 @7pm Arthur Meyerson, http://www.arthurmeyerson.com/
April 29 @10am Lindsey Mosby, http://www.linkedin.com/in/lcmosby
May 6 @10am Erin Sarofsky, http://erinsarofsky.com/
May 11 @8am Moira Cullen, Global CD, Hershey Company, http://www.hersheys.com
May 13 @10am Kiki Pollard, http://www.alexanderpollard.com
May 25 @7pm Jakob Trollback, www.trollback.com
May 27 @10am Dan Covert, Andre Andreev, Dress Code, http://www.dresscodeny.com/
June 3 @10am Agnieszka Gasparska, NYC, http://www.kissmeimpolish.com
Arthur Meyerson at Portfolio Center
posted by
Doug Grimmett
at 4/1/2010 10:27:58 PM
Renowned photographer Arthur Meyerson will be at Portfolio Center at 7pm an April 8th. This event is free and open to the public.
Student Membership Drive Winners Display work at MODA
posted by
Sue Youngblood
at 3/31/2010 8:19:47 PM
Come see the spoils of winning the student membership drive as AIGA members of the University of Georgia Student Chapter proudly display their work at MODA, Friday, April 9, 2010, 7:30-9:30pm. Students present their favorite pieces, showcasing the depth and breadth of their educational and independent experiences through typographic, environmental, photographic, and poster design. Viewing open to all members and public.
To all Our Friends, Customers, Business Acquaintances and the entire Art Community of Atlanta:
posted by
Doug Grimmett
at 3/27/2010 12:44:58 PM
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that we regret to inform you of the sudden passing of our dear friend, leader, mentor, BINDERS colleague and owner: Jay Shapiro.
Jay was diagnosed with a Glioblastoma brain tumor a mere five weeks ago. The tumor's aggressive and rapid growth took Jay from all of us way before his time. More importantly, Jay was gone before any of us had a chance to say good-bye. Our entire extended BINDERS family has been shaken to the core. No words can possibly express how much we will miss our beloved Jay.
We are proud to have worked by Jay's side as he helped build this dream of his and ours: BINDERS, as we know it today. This beautiful store is a vision shared by Jay with all of us. We will continue to honor Jay in the days and years to come by sharing that vision with all of you.
With deepest sorrow, All of us at BINDERS
Wanted: Design professionals to critique Portfolio Day students
posted by
Sue Youngblood
at 3/7/2010 8:05:07 PM
Give back to the profession and share your words of wisdom and design expertise at our annual Student Portfolio Day on April 17. If you have 5+ years experience or are a design head honcho, consider giving up to three 20-minute portfolio critiques to aspiring students. (ASAP) Contact lthroop@gsu.edu or brian.francone@gmail.com or sue@aiga-atl.org
Michael Bierut at Portfolio Center
posted by
Hank Richardson
at 2/9/2010 10:54:05 PM
Michael Bierut, Partner, Pentagram NY
www.pentagram.com
Thursday, February 18th 6:30pm
Inquiries: claire@portfoliocenter.com
Student Portfolio Day '10 planning
posted by
Sue Youngblood
at 1/19/2010 4:29:58 PM
Open invitation to participate on the planning committee for Student Portfolio Day '10 ( 4/17/10). First meeting Friday, January 22 at Georgia State University. For details contact Liz Throop at: lthroop@gsu.edu or Brian Francone at: brian.francone@gmail.com
Big Studio Push Pin Show 12/12/09
posted by
Sue Youngblood
at 12/9/2009 9:50:58 AM
Friday, 7-10pm
Open invitation to Push Pin Show at Big Studio in King Plow Arts Center featuring the photographic work of Andrea Fremiotti and Pat Molnar.
Successful Fall Student Membership Drive
posted by
Sue Youngblood
at 11/16/2009 5:49:44 PM
Kudos to all students & schools participating in the fall student membership drive...over 150 new/renewed members! 1st UGA, 2nd Portfolio Center, 3rd U. of W.Ga, 4th SCAD-Atl, 5th AIA. Watch website for details of student member only & invited guest Celebration Party set for 12/5 from 7 to 10pm.
AIA's motion capture lab
posted by
at 11/9/2009 11:11:05 PM
The grand opening of The Art Institute of Atlanta's state-of-the-art motion capture lab in room 217 is Nov. 12 and includes a presentation for employers and the media from 6 to 7 pm.
The new lab will house and provide usage space for an inertial (camera-free) motion capture system, used for transferring actual human kinetic motion verbatim to a computer generated character. The lab will also include laser sculpture scanners that generate computer 3D models from physical sculptures, and will incorporate a mini-cyclorama wall or "green screen" for capturing color keyed digital video for compositing live action, effects, and animations.
Contact Derek Rhodarmer 770-394-8300
Fall Speakers at Portfolio Center
posted by
Hank Richardson
at 10/20/2009 1:49:29 PM
Oct 29-10:00am
David Butler, Coca-Cola
http://www.fastcompany.com/design/2009/
Nov 5-10:00am
Trip Park, Illustrator
http://www.tripparkproductions.com
http://www.trippark.blogspot.com
Nov 19 - 10:00am
Richard Russell, Illustrator
http://www.myrichardsart.com/
Dec 3-10:00am
Doug Grimmet Primal Screen
http://www.primalscreen.com/
Call for entries for Trees Atlanta
posted by
Linda Doherty, (AIGA ATL sustainability)
at 10/5/2009 12:26:04 PM
Trees Atlanta produces a holiday fund-raising greeting each year featuring... you guessed it... tree-related art! The chosen piece of art will be featured on the printed greeting with complete artist's credits. Submissions must be received in the next couple weeks. For details, please e-mail Joe Staley at joestaley@treesatlanta.org. (And stay tuned for AIGA events hosted at Trees Atlanta's Kendeda Center!
Push Bowl
posted by
Kristina
at 9/15/2009 10:19:50 PM
If you've got a killer armswing—and want to support a great cause—then we've got an event that's right up your alley.
Join essential2life at PUSHBowl: a fundraiser to foster creativity in urban youth.
At essential2life, we believe that creativity will drive the successes and failures of the next generation. We've learned that inner-city teens want instruction in creative disciplines more than in any other set of skills or job training. That's why we've partnered with Atlanta Public Schools to launch PUSH, a state-of-the-art visualization lab to help them develop new skills and ideas through training in graphic design, film and other creative media.
If you'd like to sponsor PUSHBowl, just download, fill out this form and mail it to P.O. Box 620053 Atlanta, Georgia 30362. Or e-mail Vince Hungate at vince@e2lonline.com.
For more information visit us at www.pushbowl.com
See you at PUSHBowl!
AIGA Atlanta collaborating with Essential 2 Life's Project PUSH
posted by
Kristina
at 8/20/2009 10:46:54 PM
Essential 2 Life's Project "PUSH is a structured environment that will instill marketable skills in youth from the Atlanta Public Schools to enable them to pursue careers in fields they would not have been exposed to due to lack of opportunities." - www.e2lonline.com
In this mentoring focused initiative AIGA is dedicated to expose eight creative High School students to the design industry. The initiative kicks off September 19th with a studio tour of Sage Path. The tour enriches students and professional with the work environment of this print and interactive firm while engaging with other professionals in the design industry.
The following Saturday the students will visit the Art Institute of Atlanta, exposing them to design education, while being inspired by the exhibited work at the institute.
The students are then asked to design a poster about love. Mentors will be assigned to students to assist with photography for their posters. The students will find elements in Midtown or Downtown Atlanta for this project. Computers will be provided to the students to execute on the posters.
Mac Papers and Standard Press are sponsoring the paper and printing of these posters. Essential 2 Life is hosting a fundraiser on October 22nd at which these posters will be shared, promoting the initiative and the students' talent.
Paul Mobley, Photographer, to speak at Portfolio Center
posted by
Hank Richardson
at 8/19/2009 2:11:38 PM
Thursday, August 27th, 10am @ Portfolio Center
125 Bennett St., Atlanta, GA 30309
Free to the public. No RSVP required.
Paul Mobley began his training as a photographer at Detroit�??s Center for Creative Studies, and continued in the New York studios of Annie Leibovitz and David Langley, where he apprenticed for many years before embarking on his own career. Mobley has successfully worked with a broad range of corporate, advertising, and editorial clients, including American Express, Sony, Citigroup, Ford, Compaq, Gourmet Max Factor, Chevrolet, Microsoft, and many others. He will be selling and signing his book: www.welcomebooks.com/americanfarmer
Critt Graham, Sr. Dies at 69 Leading Atlanta Design Voice & Founder
posted by
Matt Porter
at 8/4/2009 8:52:10 PM
Critt Graham, founder of one of Atlanta's longest running, most successful and respected design firms passed away on August 1, 2009 from heart failure. Family, friends and colleagues across the nation are staggered by the loss.
Critt Graham was one of Atlanta design's most beloved figures, celebrated for his talent as a designer, photographer and painter. He was a founding board member of AIGA-Atlanta. He was frank, but kind; he could be tough but fair and gentle in all dealings with friends and colleagues.
Mr. Graham never considered design to be a hobby or an extension of fine art. It was a medium that when used effectively delivered a message in a creative way. He knew to be effective you had to pay attention to your client at all costs, deliver the goods every time and never, ever take either clients or talent for granted.
But Mr. Graham treated photography and painting differently- the black-clad businessman with silver hair and a voice that often growled, "?Damn right," was a light hearted kid when holding a camera or a brush. Every year the annual company Christmas card was an original Graham painting, often surprising those who knew him with its sensitivity, tenderness, and, sometimes, even gosh darn-it sentimentality. For the past few years of his life, Mr. Graham had stepped away from the direction at Critt Graham and Associates, devoting himself to painting and exercise. He was determined to enjoy his retirement in Atlanta near his family and at his beloved retreat in Montana.
Bob Wages had lunch with Critt every two weeks or so for the past few years. Their last luncheon was just 16 days ago. "Critt looked great," recalls Wages. "He told me he was exercising every day, painting more and more and loving life. He was completely recovered from his last bad bout with illness some years back. He asked me about my family and we both moaned about the lousy state of the economy. It was just good old Critt and I having a nice time. After we finished our meal, he excused himself a bit early because he had an errand to run: he was shipping his latest painting to his brother in California. It was a painting of his brother. Critt was a wonderful friend. A wonderful creative spirit and a heck of a lot of fun. I am going to miss him."
Funeral services will be held Thursday, August 6 at 2:00pm at Tom M. Wages Snellville Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour before service, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, Attn: Annual Fund, in memory of Mr. Critt G. Graham. Condolences may be sent or viewed at www.wagesfuneralservice.com.
Summer speakers at Portfolio Center
posted by
Hank Richardson
at 7/23/2009 5:31:37 PM
Thursday, Jul 30th 10am
Parish Kohanim, photographer
http://www.parishkohanim.com/
Thursday, Aug 6th 10am
Felix Sockwell, designer
http://www.felixsockwell.com/
Thursday, Aug 27th 10am
Paul Mobley, photographer
http://www.paulmobleystudio.com/
Thursday, Sep 3rd 10am
DJ Stout, Pentagram Austin
http://www.pentagram.com/en/partners/dj-stout.php
Needed: Attorney for Creative Professionals
posted by
at 7/23/2009 5:31:26 PM
Needed: Attorney for Creative Professionals
Does anyone have any suggestions?
SEED Awards Winners
posted by
Ben
at 7/22/2009 3:35:37 PM
Check out the winners from the 2009 SEED Awards here. Kudos and big thank you all rolled into one to our awesome friends at Primal Screen that worked tirelessly to pull these clips together for the show. Amazing (as usual).
IABC/Atlanta Golden Flames Awards
posted by
Zia Khan
at 7/1/2009 5:27:50 PM
IABC/Atlanta invites AIGA members to submit their incredible work into its Golden Flames competition. The Golden Flame Awards program is a yearly event held by the IABC/Atlanta chapter to recognize excellence in communications. Awards are presented at the annual Golden Flame Awards Banquet, which highlights the achievements of local professionals and companies in a variety of categories, including print media, electronic media, graphic communications and media relations.
For more information and to submit your work, go to http://www.iabcatlanta.com/pages/golden_flame.shtml.
How-To for First-Time Job Seekers
posted by
Sherra M. Bell, ConsultSherra/Creative Know-Who
at 6/17/2009 6:21:16 PM
On THIS Friday afternoon (6/19) at 12:00 noon Eastern, I am offering a FREE 60-minute teleseminar called, "How To Search for A First Job When No One is Hiring." In it, you will learn 6 critical steps for positioning for success in challenging times. Link here to find out more, including the call registration link so you can receive the call-in number and passcode for Friday. Talk to you then!
Videos from Leadership Retreat
posted by
Ben + Carl
at 6/8/2009 2:10:29 PM
Several AIGA National Leadership Retreat presentations have been captured and made available on You Tube by new AIGA ATL board member Carl Marxer.
New Leaders Council comes to Atlanta
posted by
Sherra Bell
at 6/3/2009 9:06:37 PM
New Leaders Council is bringing the Progressive Movement to Atlanta and is in search for Atlanta Advisory Board members! Meet NLC-ATL at the Irwin St. Market on June 11 @ 6pm for an informational event...Link from this email to RSVP.
Student Board up and running
posted by
Sue Youngblood
at 6/2/2009 10:34:35 AM
Our AIGA-Atlanta student board (the only one of its kind in the NATION!) just selected new officers. Working on getting getting their blog, etc. up so student members from the various schools can keep in touch, informed and inspired! Stay tuned for more.
Free Pie - Get Involved
posted by
Ben
at 5/1/2009 10:59:55 AM
So...the economy sucks. Anyone up for free pie?
MODA to host controversial exhibit
posted by
Ben
at 4/20/2009 6:46:36 PM
In a RARE Saturday night event, AIGA Atlanta has been given the opportunity to host a preview party prior to the official Graphic Imperative exhibition opening at the Museum of Design Atlanta.
Curator Elizabeth Resnick will be in town to share insider details and answer questions about the work shown.
100% of the ticket price goes to support the cost of the Graphic Imperative Exhibition during its 3 month stay in Atlanta.
Complimentary food and beverage (of the alcoholoic variety no less) will be provided.
Standard Press Partnership Announcement
posted by
Ben
at 3/26/2009 10:20:23 AM
We are darn proud to announce that Standard Press has become exclusive printing partner to AIGA Atlanta. With their generous support, our chapter will have additional resources to serve the local design community during this admittedly challenging economic period.
Please drop them a note to say thanks and stay tuned for more developments as the relationship begins to unfold.
2009 AIGA Ballot: Zia Khan nominated to National Board
posted by
Sherra M. Bell, AIGA Atlanta President Emeritus + National Nominating Committee member
at 2/12/2009 4:06:09 PM
It's official! The slate is up and it is time to start spreading the word: AIGA Atlanta's own Zia Khan is on the 2009 slate for AIGA's National Board!!!
He's been selected over many qualified candidates so be sure to congratulate and support him. There were also some champions in AIGA advocating for SE representation so please take a minute to affirm their efforts by endorsing the slate with a big Atlanta turnout. Click on this posting to cast your vote now.
Objectified: A Documentary Film by Gary Hustwit
posted by
Kurt Seidle
at 2/10/2009 1:53:26 PM
Please join director Gary Hustwit and guests from the film for a special screening of Objectified, sponsored by the Museum of Design Atlanta, AIGA Atlanta, and IDSA Atlanta.
Wednesday, May 13, 7PM
Plaza Theatre, Atlanta GA, USA
Post-screening Q&A with Gary Hustwit and special guests.
AIGA Members receive discount on tickets!
Click on the event listing on the AIGA-ATL calendar.
Creative Suite 4 Seminar Discount!
posted by
kurt
at 2/3/2009 11:38:35 AM
AIGA Members receive a $50 discount to the seminar with advance registration.
Sign up by 2/11/2009 with discount code ATLAIGA and pay $249. After 2/11, it's $299
My World and Welcome to It: Finding the Authentic in Regional Design
posted by
Albert Whitley
at 1/16/2009 3:06:25 PM
"My World and Welcome to It: Finding the Authentic in Regional Design" by Victoria Price
Tuesday, 7-8 p.m.
Events Space, fourth floor, Building C
SCAD-Atlanta, 1600 Peachtree St.
Atlanta, Ga.
What is regional design? Designer Victoria Price contends that it is the confluence of personal history, regional tastes and values, and popular culture. In short, it is how we live and have been taught to see.
Growing up in Hollywood as the daughter of a movie star/art collector father and a costume and later architectural designer mother, Victoria learned to see the world through their eyes. But she also was profoundly influenced by the place in which she lived--the West. Price's lecture on regional design draws deeply from her personal design history and lineage in bringing to light regional design as the nexus of meaningful and authentic design.
The lecture is free and open to the public.
Visit www.scad.edu or call 404.253.3100 for more information.
Happy Holidays!
posted by
at 12/30/2008 11:28:56 AM
AIGA Atlanta wishes everyone wonderful Holidays and a Happy New Year!
We want to thank all our members and sponsors for a fabulous 2008 and looking forward to an exciting and busy 2009!
AIGA Atlanta
2008 AIGA Chili Cookoff Recap:
posted by
at 11/11/2008 11:33:41 AM
2008 AIGA Chili Cookoff Recap:
It's back and hotter than ever!
The 2008 AIGA Chili Cookoff held on October 18th in Grant Park was a great success. After a 6 year hiatus, there was much demand for this spicy event. Twelve teams participated in the cookoff and many came to visit. Congratulations to all of the winners. We anticipate next year's competition to be bigger and better, so start planning now. See you next year!
Winners:
People's Choice - See See Eye (Hunters & Gatherers)
Best Chili - See See Eye (Hunters & Gatherers)
Hottest Chili - Art Institute of Atlanta
Best School - SCAD (Dorks & Beans)
Best Duds & Presentation - Iconologic
Worst Chili - Georgia State
Sponsors:
Mac Papers
Binders, Inc
ProGraphics
Judges:
Rob Eskew and Andrea Hiss - Mac Papers sponsor
Stuart Shapiro - Binders sponsor
Rose Mery Cox - ProGraphics sponsor
Kerri Colin - Whole Foods butcher
Louis Lindic - Personal chef
The Art of the Chair: Made in Thought
posted by
Hank Richardson
at 11/10/2008 3:41:25 PM
Thursday, November 13th
6:30pm-8:30pm
@ Design Within Reach
Please join us in celebrating the best of the avant-garde in modernist chair design by some of the country's most promising young designers. This exhibition reveals the convictions expressed by Portfolio Center President Hank Richardson's teachings as it focuses on the designer's ability to grasp momentous changes in history that reflect a kind of revivalism but demand a new criticism. These chairs, sampled from Portfolio Center's collection that reaches over 10 years, represent design as a catalyst for new ideas as they honor history interpreted through the individual's powerful life stories. each chair expresses abstract thought, human experience, and our rich cultural history.
RSVP to atlanta@dwr.com
Art Not Ads
posted by
Sherra
at 11/3/2008 9:33:12 PM
Art Not Ads is the first art show to celebrate the talents of those who work in the Atlanta advertising, design and interactive community. Mediums will include paintings, sculpture, jewelry, mixed media, photography and a few surprises. The idea of the show was born to a few creatives who yearned to have a place to show the artwork they create in their spare time. And then gather with other creatives to show off their skills. And then have a big party. That's pretty much the inspiration for the show.
Art Not Ads will also serve as a benefit for the Grady High School Fine Arts Program. A $5 at the door donation and a portion of all sales with be given to the program to further their arts education program.
Grand opening night will be Friday, November 14th from 6 to 11 pm at Studio Chambers, 741 Edgewood Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307. The show is also open Saturday, November 15th from 2 to 10 pm and Sunday, November 16th from 1 to 5.
For more information about the show, please call 404 223-0073.
Bomb It Film Screening + Q&A
posted by
kurt
at 11/3/2008 1:15:21 PM
The Society for Environmental Graphic Design - Atlanta Chapter presents a screening of the new film "Bomb It!". The event, sponsored by APCO, will be held Thursday, November 13 at the Plaza Theatre in Atlanta @ 6PM. Plus, meet Director Jon Reiss for a Q&A after the film.
Admission is Free for SEGD members; non-members $10.
RSVP and payment required in advance. Please contact Ron White for details: ron@sbs-architecture.com
Plaza Theatre, 1049 Ponce De Leon Ave., NE, Atlanta, GA 30306
Film information: http://www.bombit-themovie.com
Elections and Graphic Design
posted by
Zia Khan
at 10/28/2008 4:27:03 PM
Presidential candidates' portraits renderred by students at Georgia State featured on CNN.
Harry Benson: Oct. 30th at Portfolio Center
posted by
Kristina
at 10/27/2008 9:51:29 PM
Harry Benson will be speaking and signing his latest book: "R.F.K., A Photographer's Journal" on October 30th at the Portfolio Center.
Scottish born photojournalist Harry Benson arrived in America with the Beatles in 1964. Harry has photographed every U.S. president from Eisenhower to G.W. Bush; was just feet away from Bobby Kenedy the night he was assassinated; in the room with Richard Nixon when he resigned; on the Meredith march with Martin Luther King, Jr, next to Coretta Scott King at her husbandâ??s funeral; was there when the Berlin Wall went up and when it came down.
His photographs are in the permanent collections of the Scottish National Portrait Gallery and the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery.
Harry, under contract to LIFE from 1970 to 2000, is presently under contract to Vanity Fair Magazine and he photographs for Architectural Digest, Newsweek and many other magazines.
Lou Dorfsman Dead at 90
posted by
Zia Khan
at 10/27/2008 5:40:56 PM
The legendary design chief of CBS - the TV network - from 1959 to the mid-80s and also the designer of the famous Gastrotypographicassemblage wall died at his home in Roslyn, NY. He was 90.
Harry Benson speaks @ Portfolio Center
posted by
Jerry Burns
at 10/16/2008 10:45:37 AM
Come meet and hear the legendary photojournalist Harry Benson @ Portfolio Center on Oct. 30th @ 6:30pm. Harry is the photographer who came over with The Beatles to the United States for the British Invasion. He has photographed every president from Eisenhower to Bush. There will be copies of Harry's latest book; RFK; A Photographer's Journal about his time spent with Robert Kennedy, available for purchase and Harry will be signing. Don't miss this close up look at a photographic history of our American culture and more.
Imaginary Forces in ATL this Saturday
posted by
Ben
at 10/8/2008 9:36:24 AM
Imaginary Forces is in town this weekend as part of the BREATHER conference in Decatur. Unbelievable stuff. Check it out/learn more on the conference site.
Seminar Schedule at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire
at 9/29/2008 4:41:35 PM
Upcoming speakers at Portfolio Center (public always welcome).
October 2 - 10 am Greg Heisler
October 9 - 10am Steff Geissbuhler
October 23 - 10am Bruce Bildsten
October 30 - 6:30pm Harry Benson
November 13 - 10am Jenny Lam / Jackson Fish Company
London Design Festival
posted by
Zia
at 9/10/2008 5:57:51 PM
London Design Festival starts this weekend. Jolly good stuff.
Breather: Call for Artwork
posted by
Matt Rollins
at 9/10/2008 9:06:28 AM
The second annual Breather conference will take place next month in Decatur, Georgia.
Check it out at breather.org
We're asking a group of artists--including you--to submit pieces for display at the conference and on the web site.
Paint a picture, shoot a film,
build a machine, write a story.
Just one rule: Include a yellow balloon.
Please contribute!
Print is not dead
posted by
Zia Khan
at 9/3/2008 8:44:59 AM
With the explosive growth of the web and other forms of digital media, many predicted the demise of print. Not so say the folks at frog design. It has it's place.
Coke's New Design Direction
posted by
Ben
at 8/28/2008 9:27:15 AM
Five years ago, Coca-Cola's design chief was told: "We need to do more with design. Go figure it out." Now his labors are bearing fruit.
(great article on Coca-Cola's design strategy which features one of our local design leaders, David Butler).
Ellen Lupton Rescheduled
posted by
Kurt
at 8/17/2008 9:28:03 AM
The Ellen Lupton lecture, previously scheduled for October 9th, will be postponed in respect of the Yom Kippur holiday. The new date is Thursday, April 30, 2009. Mark your calendars!
Web 2.0 beats TV
posted by
Zia
at 8/10/2008 2:36:35 PM
Which is a greater waste of time: watching TV or posting to social media sites, wikis, blogs, etc.? Transcripts of a speech Clay Shirky gave at the Web 2.0 conference in April 23, 2008 enlightens.
Ten reasons spec work hurts everyone...
posted by
Zia
at 8/10/2008 2:29:26 PM
Despite AIGA's long-held and very strong position against accepting spec work there is still debate and discussion on its merits and demerits. Here's an article by Neil Tortorella on this subject.
AIGA B'Ham Salon Show
posted by
Ben
at 8/8/2008 9:31:54 AM
A showing of worthy works wrongly rejected.
This is your chance to show the world your unknown masterpieces.
And the world's chance to vote you the approval you so desperately seek.
Don?t let the rejection of your clients or those other shows keep your peers from seeing your best work.
Flash 10 and Pixel Bender Intro
posted by
Ben
at 7/7/2008 9:54:47 AM
Ryan Taylor will be showing some of the features available in Flash Player 10 at the Atlanta Flash July Meetup. (details after the click)
Georgia student wins second at national SkillsUSA competition
posted by
Albert Whitley
at 7/7/2008 9:17:46 AM
Alyssa Ailion, a senior at Walton High School in Marietta and the SkillsUSA Georgia winner placed 2nd(!!) in the SkillsUSA National Competition. It was a tough competition, the difference between first and second was 7 points out of 1000. Alyssa worked hard and took every opportunity possible to learn more between the state and national competition. You can be very proud of her, she was a wonderful representative for Georgia.
AIGA Atlanta has teamed up with PIAG Education Committee on April 25, 2008 to develop the Advertising/Graphic Design exam for the regional competition. We were very pleased with the outcomes and amazed with the students skill level to create beautiful and imaginative entries. We do look forward to participating in next years regional competition.
AIGA Atlanta and PIAG is committed to the development of future creatives in both design and printing industries.
Top 10 Cities for "design"
posted by
Ben
at 7/1/2008 12:43:58 PM
What makes a city great is a topic guaranteed to spark heated debate. Now architectural firm RMJM Hillier has ridden into the fray with a list of "America's Best Cities for Design," produced with the American Institute of Architecture and Zogby International. American cities with more than 500,000 inhabitants were judged according to criteria such as the quality of public transit, the number of LEED-registered buildings (indicating sustainable design) and how many of the city's employees work within creative industries such as performing arts or publishing.
Raw Data into Art
posted by
Zia Khan
at 6/20/2008 5:00:50 PM
As much you may dislike the term "creative" here's a really creative translation of hard data into poignant yet delightful visuals. Chris Jordan turns serious issues into art to great effect.
AIGA member discount at Lynda.com
posted by
Ben
at 6/18/2008 8:01:56 AM
Most folks know about the 15% discount AIGA members enjoy on all Adobe products but did you know that Lynda.com offers 20% off subscriptions to their more than 29,000 training video tutorials?
If you aren't using Lynda.com, it is worth checking out. A nice perk for members on a very useful service for the creative community.
Reframe Collection
posted by
Ben
at 6/11/2008 9:36:18 AM
Our friends over at Monumental and Armchair just launched an innovative independent film site for the Tribeca Film Institute. Worth a look.
Brand Perceptions via Meta Tags
posted by
Zia Khan
at 5/13/2008 3:37:51 PM
Who owns the following tags: Red, Green, Brown, Orange, Cool, Design, DIY, Cheap? You may guess most, but some are amusing. Very interesting way of looking at what people think of brand names.
SCAD-eLearning
posted by
Kristina
at 4/11/2008 6:04:11 PM
Meet with SCAD faculty and admission representatives to learn how to earn a bachelor?s or master?s degree completely online through the Savannah College of Art and Design?s comprehensive online degree programs. Online certificate programs are also offered at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Dates:
April 24, 2008, 7 ? 8:30 p.m.
May 22, 2008, 7 ? 8:30 p.m.
June 26, 2008, 7 ? 8:30 p.m.
Location:
SCAD-Atlanta
Gallery 1600
1600 Peachtree St. NW
Atlanta, Ga. 30309 USA
Please RSPV to: elearn@scad.edu
The Design Dividend
posted by
Ben
at 4/11/2008 4:42:52 PM
What does design really contribute to an organization's bottom line?
Plenty. Studies have now shown that design-oriented firms in all kinds of industries outperform their more-traditional peers--that design and innovation go hand-in-hand with financial success. Research from Peer Insight has calculated a tenfold advantage in stock-market returns versus the S&P 500 for companies focused on consumer-experience design.
Project M partners with The Rural Studio
posted by
Sherra Bell
at 4/10/2008 8:09:14 AM
John Bielenberg's Project M has been working in our own back yard in partnership with The Rural Studio at Auburn. I heard about it at re:Charge last weekend and thought others of you would be interested as well.
The main link for this post goes to last year's project 425: Buy a Meter. They are still taking donations for this worthy cause of getting clean water to some of Alabama's poorest residents.
The application deadline for students and recent graduates who'd like to participate this June is April 15th. The cost is $2000 plus travel and food. Call me if you are interested in receiving an application (404.395.1559) or download one from Project M.
Here's a link to an article in GOOD Magazine. And another link to a video that made me cry.
Learn more at http://www.buyameter.com
What a logo does
posted by
Zia Khan
at 4/6/2008 12:11:52 PM
Next time you hit a creative block just glance at the Apple logo to get the juices flowing again. So seems to suggest the findings of Duke University's Prof. Gavan Fitzsimons. Take a listen...
Peace symbol turns 50
posted by
Zia Khan
at 4/6/2008 12:10:18 PM
The origins, history and evolution of the peace symbol.
Early Apple branding may surprise you...
posted by
Zia Khan
at 3/20/2008 11:57:11 AM
We might assume that Apple and Steve Jobs have always been the exponents of clean, simple, modern design. If you saw their earliest stuff you would be wrong. The evolution from awful to great is fascinating...
Apple's design process
posted by
Zia Khan
at 3/17/2008 8:32:43 AM
Interesting presentation at SXSW by Michael Lopp of Apple explaining how his company 'gets' design when many other companies try and fail.
SCAD-Atlanta Ambassadors/SCAD-Atlanta Alumni Chapter Mix and Mingle
posted by
Kristina
at 3/7/2008 7:24:46 PM
Wednesday, March 19th
6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
ShopSCAD
3096 Roswell Road
Atlanta, GA 30305
Please RSVP to Rebecca Nort, rnort@scad.edu.
Please feel free to bring a guest to come and enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and shopSCAD. Voted best "New Art Store" in Atlanta by Atlanta magazine, shopSCAD is a unique gallery store that exclusively features the artwork and designs of students, faculty, staff and alumni of the Savannah College of Art and Design.
New Year, New Events at AIGA-ATL
posted by
Jen Louis
at 1/7/2008 9:39:38 AM
HAPPY 08! You'll see loads of new events for the new year now posted in our events section. With a whole new year, we have a packed calendar ahead of us! Watch for exciting, industry leaders visiting the ATL like Ellen Lupton and Stefan Sagmeister. We have some details still being finalized (note the TBD's) - but check back soon and often to make sure you get your spot!
What's more? We'll be welcoming you to our NEW OFFICE at the Center for Design Studies for many of our events. We are very excited to be a part of this incredible addition to the community of Atlanta and look forward to sharing it with you this year!
NEXT: AIGA Design Conference 2007 Presentations
posted by
Kristina
at 12/7/2007 7:48:52 AM
If you missed NEXT, the AIGA Design Conference 2007 in Denver, retrieve information from the presentations.
Sustainable Living Talk at DWR
posted by
Linda Doherty
at 12/4/2007 9:14:37 PM
Gary Kaupman, developer of Common Pond, and its architect Gregory Walker of Houser Walker, will discuss their newly built sustainable community in Georgia.
Wednesday, December 12, 6:30pm // DWR Atlanta Studio // 2451 Peachtree Road NE // 404.841.2471 // Details and RSVP info
Being green isn't easy; It's Essential
posted by
Ben
at 11/14/2007 8:41:27 AM
Looking back, 2007 may well be remembered as the year green went mainstream: Al Gore got an Oscar, Wal-Mart flogged organic jammies, and bottled water went from being a symbol of purity to the beverage equivalent of a pack of Luckies.
Nowhere, perhaps, has the green ethos been embraced more fervently than in the design community, a group that, in the words of Frog Design president and COO Doreen Lorenzo, "inherently wants to do good and change the world."
Postponed: Inhouse Roundtable
posted by
Lynn Browder
at 11/13/2007 1:31:55 PM
Sorry to say that we have postponed the Inhouse Interconnect roundtable event, scheduled for Wed. Nov. 14.
We will reschedule for early 2008, and refunds are being issued to all who registered.
Enjoy your holidays, and we'll get back to the business of connecting with our inhouse peers in the new year.
For questions, please contact event manager Judy Dworschak at jdworschak@atlam.com
Thank You for Internships
posted by
Sherra Bell
at 11/5/2007 2:53:06 PM
Help AIGA Atlanta thank its member employers who have provided quality internships. If you have interned in 2007 and had a great experience, please let us know where you worked and how it benefited you the most. We will honor all the employers at the November Buzz event on 11/20 at P'cheen. We will also be hosting an informal roundtable that night prior to the Buzz for any employers interested in hosting interns in 2008 and wanting assistance from AIGA in sourcing them. Send nominations or questions to sherra@aiga-atl.org.
Spec work gets more speculative
posted by
Michael Sater
at 10/30/2007 2:56:12 PM
Crowdsourcing, its specwork for the 21st century.
A business owner looking for a new design, be it a logo, website or stationery, describes exactly what she's looking for and holds a contest for a "prize" of payment. Thankfully, they don't get the rights until they pay the designer their, ahhem, pittance.
What is exhibition design?
posted by
at 10/25/2007 9:05:26 PM
by Lee H. Skolnick, Jan Lorenc, and Craig Berger.
This unrivalled handbook is a guide to the world of exhibition design, exploring what constitutes successful design and how it happens.
Elliott Earls at University of Georgia
posted by
at 10/4/2007 9:55:39 PM
Elliott Earls Residency
October 15-19, 2007
The University of Georgia
Renowned designer, performance artist, and filmmaker Elliott Earls will spend the week of Oct. 15-19 at the University of Georgia. His Athens residency will include a lecture, performance, student workshop, and an exhibition at the Lamar Dodd School of Art Main Gallery.
Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certification
posted by
Kristina Arntz
at 10/4/2007 9:47:35 PM
I would like to invite you to a Lunch and Learn at Canterbury Press at noon on Thursday, October 18, to learn about our Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Certification and how it could help you in creating your printed materials. It will last an hour and will show you how FSC Certification can help benefit your business by supporting positive environmental and conservation initiatives.
If you would like to attend please send an email bcbattle@canterburypress.net
New Web Destination and T-shirt Line
posted by
Ben
at 9/17/2007 3:52:01 PM
A long time in the works, the Where Design Comes From (WDCF) website has launched and is open for business.
For many years the site served as a repository for the Fresh Electronic Delivery (F:E:D). Now with a shiny new coat of pixels the F:E:D continues on and has added a storefront that showcases a line of "custom-custom" designer garments entitled Aesthetic Wear.
Anyone who says their approach is "to arm the design crowd with gear that speaks to them, about them and for them" is worth checking out...
Personal Art Sale
posted by
Ben
at 9/17/2007 3:48:50 PM
Atlanta designer Michelle French, is moving to London at the end of the year to work on her Masters. She is having an art show and sale on Saturday, September 22 in order to fund her education. All are welcome. Click for more info.
3RD ANNUAL PORTFOLIO SHOWCASE hosted by APA Atlanta
posted by
at 9/12/2007 9:05:33 PM
Monday, October 15th Biggest event of the year! Showcase & Reception held at the historic Georgian Terrace Hotel! Free to all Art Directors, Art Buyers, Photo Editors, Creative Directors, Graphic Designers... Open Bar 6pm-8pm!! Free Promotional Book to all Creatives who RSVP! (Book contains images & contact info from the photographers who participated) RSVP creatives to be announced soon! Meet the sponsors at the evening cocktail reception - OZ Publication, Create Magazine, LiveBooks, Surface Magazine, The Black Book, Blink Bid, PPR, Hasselblad, Blurb, Adbase, Burn, Digital Railroad...
Star-quality Southern Designers?
posted by
Sherra
at 9/11/2007 7:15:27 AM
Ever dreamed of becoming a celebrated expert...a rock star among your peers? Have a plan you can't quite articulate or get off the ground alone? Steve Sherwood and Sherra Bell have co-created this opportunity for those ready to achieve something truly extraordinary. The day-and-a-half introductory class will be held on September 27-28th at Troutman Sanders. Click here for more information.
Pre-register by Friday, September 14th: designresults@ck-who.com or 404.395.1559.
Adobe CS3 Workshop
posted by
Ben
at 8/31/2007 2:03:09 PM
AIGA Atlanta likely won't have any more Adobe Workshops this year (we'll reload for '08...promise). So for those of you with a hankering for some CS3 lovin', our good friends at AIGA Chattanooga have a workshop lined up for September 8th.
Scarecrow in the Botanical Garden
posted by
Kristina
at 8/23/2007 9:19:50 AM
Scarecrows in the Garden runs from October 2 - October 31 and features a creative display of scarecrows, weekend crafts for kids, seasonal decorations, and special events for families. You are invited to share in this annual fall celebration by submitting your original scarecrow creation for display in the show. Follow the above link for more information on how to participate.
Think Tank Nashville - Sept. 15th
posted by
Ben
at 8/23/2007 9:13:29 AM
Speakers for the event:
*Debbie Millman (Design Matters)
*Shaun Inman (Mint)
*Marian Bantjes (killer typographer)
*Von Glitschka (illustrator and designer extraordinaire)
*Nate Voss, Bennett Holzworth, and Donovan Beery (from Be A Design Group)
Should Designers and Developers Do Usability?
posted by
Jakob Nielsen
at 6/25/2007 4:41:06 PM
Having a specialized usability person is best, but smaller design teams can still benefit when designers do their own user testing and other usability work.
SEED Winners List and Book
posted by
Zia Khan
at 6/22/2007 11:07:42 AM
Available now - The list of 2007 SEED Winners as well as the opportunity to get copies of the Winners Book.
Hank's Tribute to Brad Copeland
posted by
Sherra Bell
at 6/21/2007 7:19:27 AM
Check out Hank Richardson's wonderful tribute to Brad Copeland, 2007 AIGA Atlanta Fellow.
2007 SEED Award Winners List
posted by
Zia
at 6/19/2007 11:18:10 AM
A list the of all the 2007 SEED Award Winners is posted here. An archival site with images of all the winners work is in development.
Deutschman Joins Unboundary
posted by
Ben
at 6/14/2007 9:21:47 AM
Former Fast Company writer and author Alan Deutschman has joined Unboundary. Learn more, grab a PDF, etc. on their Website.
SEED Gala was a smash!
posted by
Zia Khan
at 6/13/2007 8:59:36 PM
If you missed the SEED Awards Gala on June 11th and are curious to know who won - just wait a another day. We will be posting the winners list to this site by Friday the 15th. If you are a winner but forgot to pick up your award or were unable to attend the Gala, contact Zia Khan to make arrangements to get that hardware into your hands. We will also be making the SEED Winners book available for sale on this web site in a few days. Watch for the announcement.
Mission Possible Program
posted by
Kristina Arntz
at 6/13/2007 8:46:27 PM
Mission: Possible?A Mutual Strategy for Creatives and Printers
PIA/GATF's team of agents?Joe Marin and Tracey Ryan?will show
you how creatives and printers can communicate more effectively to reduce delays, frustrations, and cost.
As a creative this seminar will help you boost your technical know-how to produce effective pieces that will keep your customers smiling.
As a printer the instructors will provide plenty of ideas of what you could be doing to reduce designer frustrations and improve the quality of incoming files, resulting in pieces being produced in less time and at lower cost.
HOW Conference On-site Registration
posted by
Sherra Bell, President
at 6/8/2007 9:23:27 AM
HOW will be offering on-site registration for the conference next week. Just come down to the Hyatt Regency Atlanta and follow signs to the HOW Conference registration desk. Daily registration is also available if you can only break away from your desk for a day or two. The AIGA discount (Code: AG5) only applies to Full-Conference registrations. Visit the AIGA Booth in the Resource Room and say hello if you get the chance!
Brad Copeland Named 2007 Fellow
posted by
Sherra Bell, President
at 6/6/2007 7:48:47 AM
I am pleased to announce that AIGA Atlanta will name Brad Copeland of Iconologic as its newest AIGA Fellow on Monday night. One of this chapter's founding members, Brad joins a distinguished list of past Fellows: Bill Grant (2005), Maxey Andress (2003), Hank Richardson (2001) and Bob Wages (1999). Please join us at the SEED Gala to honor Brad and celebrate the best of Southeastern design.
MODA opening WED night
posted by
Linda Doherty
at 6/5/2007 8:15:47 PM
The Design Prescription :: Free Opening Reception :: Wednesday, June 6th, 6-9pm :: Museum of Design Atlanta :: 285 Peachtree Center Avenue, Marquis Two Tower
The Design Prescription examines how better urban planning, the built environment and the products used in our environment can positively impact public health. The exhibition will be open during regular business hours Tuesday – Saturday 11am-5pm, June 7th – September 8th.
SEED Awards Gala-LAST DAY FOR DISCOUNTED TICKETS
posted by
zia
at 6/4/2007 11:04:00 AM
Take advantage of discounted tickets to the SEED Awards Gala by registering and purchasing your tickets TODAY! Ticket prices will go up on June 7. Seating is limited so don't count on getting them at the door.
New Student Board Positions
posted by
Sherra Bell, President
at 5/29/2007 12:33:33 PM
It's time again for nominations to our student board. Terms last 6 and 12 months. Meetings are typically held on Saturday afternoons. (There is one coming up on Saturday if you'd like to check us out.) Positions will parallel the new professional board and each student member will be assigned a mentor. The inaugural student board members have done a great job of building a firm foundation. Now we need new leaders to keep the momentum going. To let us know you are interested, please email: student@aiga-atl.org.
ATLANTA DESIGN WEEK SITE IS UP - REGISTER NOW
posted by
Jen Louis
at 5/14/2007 8:38:59 AM
AIGA Atlanta's first ever Design Week is right around the corner! Don't wait to hear the fun from your friends. The site has launched!! Click now to check out the festivities and celebrate the HOT in Hotlanta June 8-14!
Athens Paper event
posted by
Sherra Bell, President
at 5/14/2007 8:35:50 AM
Our friends at Athens Paper are hosting a Pre-Summer Shakin (cocktail party) on June 12th from 5 -8pm at MODA. For more information, contact:
Linda Schoepf
Athens Paper
(404) 696-8900
SEED Awards Gala Registration Open
posted by
Zia Khan
at 5/4/2007 1:04:39 PM
Registration is now open for the SEED Awards Gala at the Woodruff Arts Center on Monday, June 11, 2007. Buy your tickets early and take advantage of the discounted prices. If you are not an AIGA member this is a good time to join and enjoy the lower member pricing. Ticket prices go up after June 1. Also, seating is limited - so get going now and ensure your presence at the celebration.
ATLart[07] in May
posted by
Linda Doherty
at 5/3/2007 6:11:27 PM
The Atlanta Gallery Association is holding ATLart[07], a month long celebration of visual art in the city of Atlanta. We'll have two of our Art & About events on the calendar soon, but there's so much more going on. Check the site for more details: www.atlart.com
TELL YOUR FRIENDS TO GET WITH MY FRIENDS: DESIGN WEEK FORUM
posted by
Jen Lou
at 4/27/2007 2:18:20 PM
DON'T BE LEFT OUT! Grab your friends and get your cyber-bums onto the official AIGA Atlanta Design Week Forum. Its the spot to be for first notice of Design Week registration opening! The final countdown has begun, registration will open soon - so don't wait, head on over: www.atlantadesignweek.com
see you there >>
"Make the Logo Bigger" -song
posted by
Jan Lorenc
at 4/19/2007 10:55:56 AM
This was composed and performed by Burn Back for I have an Idea's Portfolio Night 5.
Helvetica Documentary to Arrive in Atlanta
posted by
Kurt Seidle
at 4/12/2007 2:33:36 PM
"Helvetica", the documentary film by Gary Hustwit will make its Atlanta debut in November 2007. Stay tuned for more details.
For more information about the film and director, please visit: www.helveticafilm.com
Adobe User Group: CS3 for the Web
posted by
Sherra
at 4/10/2007 9:21:53 PM
Please join the Adobe User Group on April 26th (7-9pm @ Roundbox Global) for a first peek at how Adobe Creative Suite 3, officially announced on March 27th, will change the lives of professional web designers and developers everywhere. During this two hour session, Greg Rewis, Sr. Worldwide Web Tools Evangelist from Adobe, will bring you up to speed on the latest features of the new products and what these features mean in real-world web workflows. Following Greg's presentation, CSS-expert and Standarista Stephanie Sullivan, will get you psyched about designing for standards with CSS using Dreamweaver. (Click on this posting for a link to the RSVP site.)
Diversity Roundtable event seats available
posted by
Albert Whitley
at 4/10/2007 1:54:37 PM
Great news! We have more seats open for the the diverstiy roundtable. This event is free and exclusive to professsional and student members. Joins us and lets put power to action.
Not a member and want to join, AIGA? Visit, www.aiga.org/membership
Design Speaker event moved to May 2
posted by
Lynn Browder
at 4/8/2007 10:35:52 PM
Looking for the "Becoming a Design Speaker" event? Originally scheduled for late April, we're on for May 2 at Portfolio Center. Hit the "More Events" link to the left of this blog, to go find out more and register. See you there for some great advice on ways to build your confidence when presenting your work.
MoMA Acquires Helvetica for Permanent Collection
posted by
Kurt Seidle
at 4/3/2007 12:21:09 PM
The Museum of Modern Art in New York City adds the first typeface to it's collection.
http://www.moma.org/exhibitions/2007/helvetica.html
Color Management event postponed until summer
posted by
Lynn Browder
at 3/20/2007 3:03:41 PM
Hi everyone. If you receive our events mailer this week and have come to the web site looking for the Sappi Color Management Workshop, please accept our apologies. It will not be held on March 22 as planned, but look for it to happen later this year. If you're interested in volunteer opportunities for this event, please write me at programming@aiga-atl.org Thanks! Lynn
Tax Facts For Freelancers
posted by
Julian Block
at 3/14/2007 7:11:30 AM
For those of you that haven't done their taxes yet, an expert on tax issues related to photographers, artists, and writers, answers common questions about some deductions we can legally claim on our income taxes in the U.S. this year...
+ DESIGN WEEK IS COMING +
posted by
Jen Louis
at 3/7/2007 9:40:46 PM
Get your designer pants ready... Design Week 2007 is on it's way!! AIGA Atlanta presents our FIRST EVER ATLANTA DESIGN WEEK - and we can't contain our excitement. HOW Conference attendees and local designers alike will come together June 8-14 to celebrate the intrigue, the excellence, and the pure delight of Atlanta Design. How to conquer such an array of wonder? Come check out the Design Week Event page (and FULL WEBSITE coming soon!) And start planning your adventure today! We'll see you there.
Click here >>
New AIGA Website
posted by
Albert Whitley
at 3/1/2007 12:31:05 PM
Click here to check out the new AIGA website.
ASID Vanguard Lecture Series
posted by
at 2/28/2007 9:10:23 AM
See the second lecture of the series featuring Tom Kelley, General Manager of IDEO.
Thursday, March 8, 2007
5:30 pm Silent Auction, 6:00 pm Reception, 7:00 pm Lecture
Atlanta Symphony Hall, Woodruff Arts Center
1280 Peachtree Road NE
$20 general admission
$10 students
Register online at: http://www.asidga.org/vanguard
Color Blind Online
posted by
Albert Whitley
at 2/19/2007 11:25:24 AM
Great news! Many of you may not know that AIGA Atlanta has hosted an online blog on diversity. This is a continuing efforts to facilitate true, honest and uncensored dialogue on diversity within the creative profession. Log on today and contribute your voice on diversity.
CLICK HERE TO VISIT THE BLOG.
The Human Camera
posted by
Ben Friedman
at 2/15/2007 4:05:27 PM
Stephen Wiltshire has been called the "Human Camera." In this short excerpt from the film Beautiful Minds: A Voyage into the Brain, Wiltshire takes a helicopter journey over Rome and then draws a panoramic view of what he saw, entirely from memory.
Color Blind Event
posted by
at 2/9/2007 7:37:19 AM
Click this link to check out the article on AIGA Atlanta's Color Blind Event.
INSPIRE '07, NEXT WEEK
posted by
Doug Grimmett
at 2/8/2007 6:55:12 PM
A Broadcast Design and Motion Graphic Symposium
Savannah College of Art & Design
Lucas Theatre
Feb 16, 2007
Speakers include Marco Spier and Marie Hyon from Psyop, Brien Holman and Jayson Whitmore from Exopolis, Jakob Trollback from Trollback + Co and speakers from Shilo.
Evening activities include a reception at the Red Gallery for the speakers, award nominees, and VIP guests and concludes with The Cream O' The Crop Award Show moderated by Justin Cone, creator of motionographer.com and Jill Taffet, Chair of Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics, Savannah College of Art & Design.
Passes are still available.
Unique home office features iMac wall, Mac bar
posted by
Michael Sater
at 1/30/2007 3:00:18 PM
PIAG honors 2005 SEED Awards Program
posted by
Sherra
at 1/30/2007 10:47:59 AM
Last Tuesday I accepted a PIAG Award of Excellence on behalf of AIGA at an awards ceremony hosted by Bennett Graphics. The award given for the SEED Awards Program designed by Linda Doherty, current AIGA Atlanta Board member and partner of Citizen Studio, with assistance from then SEED Coordinator, Elizabeth Boyle. Bennett Graphics graciously donated the printing and binding of the book, Neenah donated the paper and Gregory Miller Photography donated the photography. While honored to accept the award on their behalf and yours, congratulations really goes the team that produced the award winning piece. Copies of the 2005 SEED Program are available for pick-up at the membership table at each of our events.
HOW Conference Discount for AIGA Atlanta Members!
posted by
Elizabeth P.
at 1/23/2007 7:22:07 AM
The HOW Conference is coming to Atlanta, June 10-13, 2007. HOW is extending a reduced registration rate to all AIGA Atlanta members.
Early-Bird Registration deadline: APRIL 13
$895 per person (full conference)
After APRIL 13:
$955 per person (full conference)
An e-mail will be sent out this week to all members with the discount code.
This offer cannot be combined with other discount offers.
ASID Vanguard Lecture Series
posted by
Linda Doherty
at 1/13/2007 11:10:00 PM
On January 25, our local design hero and national AIGA president Bill Grant will be the first of three speakers in a great series created by ASID. Find more information by clicking on the calendar at www.asidga.org!
INSPIRE 07, NEXT WEEK
posted by
Doug Grimmett
at 1/9/2007 12:22:32 PM
A Broadcast Design and Motion Graphic Symposium
Savannah College of Art & Design
Lucas Theatre
Feb 16, 2007
Speakers include Marco Spier and Marie Hyon from Psyop, Brien Holman and Jayson Whitmore from Exopolis, Jakob Trollback from Trollback + Co and speakers from Shilo.
Evening activities include a reception at the Red Gallery for the speakers, award nominees, and VIP guests and concludes with The Cream O' The Crop Award Show moderated by Justin Cone, creator of motionographer.com and Jill Taffet, Chair of Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics, Savannah College of Art & Design.
Passes are still available.
Fishs Eddy: Pantone Sale
posted by
Michael Sater
at 1/8/2007 10:22:56 AM
Click here to save 50% on their entire PANTONE collection of dishware.
2007 SEED AWARDS
posted by
Zia Khan
at 1/7/2007 1:11:21 PM
This year's SEED AWARDS competition is around the corner and is going to be a little different. There will be two tracks to enter your work in.
Track One - artifacts judged primarliy on their cultural value, recognizing design as a craft.
Track Two - campaigns and case studies judged primarily on business value, recognizing design as a strategic tool
Start preparing now. Dig out all the samples from last year. Recall what you did, for which client and what wonderful results great design brought to their business. Put this on your calendars now and await official announcements.
Also, there are plenty of volunteer opportunities leading up to the gala event. Step up and get involved. Contact: Zia Khan at business@aiga-atl.org
ENTRY SUBMISSION DEADLINE: MARCH 30, 2007
AWARDS GALA: JUNE 11, 2007 at the Woodruff Arts Center
Arzu Benefit at (context)
posted by
E. Peterson
at 12/5/2006 7:34:23 AM
Please join us for a reception to benefit a wonderful cause - Arzu.
Arzu is non-profit organization that aims to provide sustainable income to impoverished Afghan women and children by selling their beautifully hand crafted rugs.
Thursday, December 14th
7-9:00 pm
(context)
75 John Wesley Dobbs Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30303
Please RSVP to Jen O'Donnell at 312.321.8663 or atlantareception@arzurugs.org
Inspire 07
posted by
Doug Grimmett
at 11/28/2006 8:46:57 AM
A Broadcast Design and Motion Graphic Symposium
Savannah College of Art & Design
Lucas Theatre
Feb 16, 2007
Speakers include Marco Spier and Marie Hyon from Psyop, Brien Holman and
Jayson Whitmore from Exopolis, Jakob Trollback from Trollback + Co and
speakers from Shilo.
Evening activities include a reception at the Red Gallery for the speakers,
award nominees, and VIP guests and concludes with The Cream O' The Crop
Award Show moderated by Justin Cone, creator of motionographer.com and Jill
Taffet, Chair of Broadcast Design and Motion Graphics, Savannah College of
Art & Design.
Call for Exhibitors
posted by
Elizabeth P.
at 11/28/2006 7:42:03 AM
The Atlanta Botanical Garden accepts artist inquiries for our gallery space in the Orchid Center on an ongoing basis. Wall hangings of all media are considered. The subject matter must be botanically-related or environmental/nature themed. To be considered for an exhibition, please send a CD of images or non-returnable photographs of your artwork to the following:
Cathleen Cooke
Exhibitions Manager
Atlanta Botanical Garden
1345 Piedmont Avenue NE
Atlanta, GA 30305
No phone calls or e-mails please.
Laura Moody and Michael Knight on Good Day Atlanta!
posted by
Linda Doherty
at 11/7/2006 1:59:11 PM
Watch Good Day Atlanta on Monday to see Laura Moody of MODA and Michael Knight of Project Runway! They'll be promoting the Down South Design event, so register now to save your place!
GAIN Conference Resources
posted by
Sherra Bell, AIGA Atlanta President
at 10/31/2006 6:58:58 AM
If you missed this year's sold-out GAIN Conference, watch the conference website for posted resources, presentations and podcasts.
MODA T-shirt exhibition opening
posted by
Linda Doherty
at 10/9/2006 12:52:40 PM
Join MODA (Museum of Design Atlanta) on Thursday, October 19th 6-9pm at the opening night party for “To a T”. The exhibition featuring the latest t-shirt designs from around the globe. The spotlight also shines on many local favorites like: Pecan Pie Couture / Epidemik Coalition / 25 / Black Black Label / Amy Tangerine / Esperanza / and many more! Attend the after-party 9:30 until close at The Globe at Technology Square. Portion of the proceeds to benefit MODA! Please visit here for more details! The opening night party is free and open to the public. Normal museum hours are Tuesday – Saturday 11am-5pm.
Buzz Volunteers
posted by
Michael Sater
at 10/3/2006 9:41:42 AM
Buzz is launching in Midtown and Decatur. If anyone would like to volunteer to represent at either location, please email Jay.Rogers@turner.com. And if you want to host a Buzz event in your area, please let Jay know!
We are also hoping to launch additional locations. So, logon and take the poll. Let us know where you would like to see The Buzz!
Breakthrough Workshop!
posted by
AIGA Charlotte
at 10/3/2006 8:41:37 AM
BreakthroughAn Achievement Workshop for Creatives (in Charlotte)
Whether at work or in daily life, successful people seem to have it made. You know them. Maybe your Creative Director is one of them. Maybe your neighbor. So what?s their secret? And where can you turn when success seems elusive or downright unattainable?
Relax. We?ve got everything you need right here.
APA Portfolio Showcase & Reception
posted by
Elizabeth Peterson
at 9/29/2006 9:19:52 AM
In addition to the portfolio viewing (see blog entry below), there will be a Cocktail Reception:
Tuesday, October 3rd: 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Centolio Room @ Maggiano's
Sometimes Happy Hour needs to be more than just an hour!
APA will be hosting an evening cocktail reception for all creatives & photographers.
Join us for hors d'oeurves and an open beer & wine bar. The open bar ends at 8pm, so come early!
Email your RSVP to Danelle Dalpra: director@apaatlanta.com
Design Week's Around the World
posted by
Zia Khan
at 9/29/2006 9:17:08 AM
As we think, plan and talk about the Atlanta Design Week see what's happening in other cities around the world:
London - http://www.londondesignfestival.co.uk/
Istanbul - http://www.istanbuldesignweek.com/
Sydney - http://www.sydneydesign.com.au/sd06/
Eindohoven - http://www.dutchdesignweek.nl/index.php?entry=6&PHPSESSID=e6ae74df966674f3eda4bf54d141709a
Designism
posted by
Zia Khan
at 9/28/2006 1:04:19 AM
A stellar panel of design leaders debated and discussed the power of design to affect social change. Hosted by the Art Directors Club of New York, speakers included the likes of Milton Glaser, George Lois, Jessica Helfand, Kurt Andersen, James Victore, Steven Heller, etc. It's interesting that such an event should be hosted by Ad folks.
Listen at: http://www.adcglobal.org/podcasts/designism.MP3
Atlanta BeltLine
posted by
Ken Haldin The BeltLine Partnership, a non-profit 501(c)(3), is seeking to develop and sustain an enduring identity for the Atlanta BeltLine. In connection with creating a robust identity and communications program for the BeltLine, we are currently striving to identify Atlanta-based graphics firms that are capable of participating in the development of key identity elements for a civic project of this scope and magnitude.
at 9/18/2006 9:09:11 AM
September 23rd Response Deadline.
Please click here for more details.
APA 2nd Annual Portfolio Showcase
posted by
Elizabeth Peterson
at 9/15/2006 9:56:16 AM
Tuesday, October 3rd:
12:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Wednesday, October 4th:
10:30 am - 2:00 pm
Maggiano's Little Italy in Buckhead
3368 Peachtree Road
See APA event page for details.
Free for creatives and APA members.
RSVP to Danelle Dalpra at director@apaatlanta.com.
Need an excuse to play hooky?
APA Atlanta is personally inviting you to be our guest for the 2nd Annual Portfolio Showcase. You will be able to look at the best photography portfolios from across the nation at your leisure under one roof. The portfolios will be displayed for 2 days in THE BURGONI ROOM at MAGGIANO'S.
So come over on your lunch break or bring the whole creative department for a field trip! Be sure to bring lots of business cards! Photographers will NOT be present.
Atlanta InDesign User Group Meeting
posted by
Paul Olmeda
at 8/21/2006 9:10:53 PM
Creating Interactivity with InDesign
Thu, Aug 31, 2006, 6:30-9:00 PM
The Creative Circus
812 Lambert Drive, NE
Atlanta, GA 30324
Chris Converse from Adobe will demonstrate and impress with Creating Interactivity with InDesign.
For more info, contact:
Paul Olmeda
Graphic Design & Photography
Phone: 678.480.6998
Email: paulolmeda@paocreative.com
Member Benefit: 15% off Adobe Products!!!
posted by
Elizabeth Peterson
at 8/15/2006 7:42:24 AM
AIGA?s Official Partner for Design Solutions, Adobe Systems, now offers a 15 percent discount on anything in the Adobe store including Adobe products, third-party plug-ins, training and more. These discounts are just one of many programs Adobe plans to bring to members through its long-standing relationship with AIGA. In order to take advantage of the discounts, login at http://www.aiga.org/aigamembersonly and follow the instructions given there.
Join APA for MS150 Atlanta Challenge
posted by
sherra
at 8/1/2006 2:51:07 PM
APA | Atlanta is sponsoring a bike "team" in this year's local MS150
Come ride with APA | Atlanta! To register for the team please visit our team web site here
Scott Jolliff
APA | Atlanta Membership Chair
O; 404-371-0624
M: 404-314-8632
membership@apaatlanta.com
7 Habits of Highly Effective Junior Designers
posted by
Chanpory Rith
at 8/1/2006 6:46:42 AM
LifeClever is a collection of tips for design and life. Recently, Chanpory Rith of Meta Design (San Francisco) wrote a piece proclaiming that "Talent isn't everything" when it comes to success/effectiveness in the design world for Junior Designers.
Volunteer Opportunities Now!
posted by
Elizabeth P.
at 7/19/2006 7:59:37 AM
Our next big event will kick off this year's season on August 22 and we can use your help in planning and manning the event. Please contact Elizabeth Peterson at secretary@aiga-atl.org to get plugged in. Let me know if you are available to help during the planning or are only available the day of the event.
Design Debate
posted by
Zia
at 6/28/2006 1:38:52 PM
Interesting debate on emotion vs. emoticon in experiential design.
Soprano's Gorilla Marketing
posted by
ben
at 5/26/2006 11:56:25 AM
Soprano's Gorilla Marketing
Meet up with AIGA Arts Outreach on Friday, June 2
posted by
Linda
at 5/8/2006 10:22:25 PM
Meet up with the AIGA Arts Outreach committee and other AIGA members at a casual gathering before the Castleberry Hill Art Stroll on Friday, June 2. Meet us at Slice for drinks and/or a bite to eat at 6PM. We'll head out at 7PM to explore the galleries (which are open until 10PM). If you plan to attend or have any questions, please send a quick email with your name to Linda Doherty at mailto:arts@aiga-atl.org.
For more information and directions:
http://www.sliceatlanta.com
http://www.castleberryhillartsdistrict.com
MODA opening & First Thursday
posted by
Linda
at 4/3/2006 11:03:50 PM
All around our city, major developments and buildings are making their mark on Atlanta's skyline. Examine how these projects could reinvent the way we live, work and play.
Join MODA for the opening night of
Shaping the Atlanta Scene
Resurgens + EVo6
exhibition / refreshments / dj / exclusive CD listening party
Thursday, April 6 / 6-9PM
http://www.museumofdesign.org/calendar.asp
Sandy Springs Logo
posted by
Ben
at 3/29/2006 9:46:28 AM
Page one of the metro section in today's AJC has an article detailing the struggle the City of Sandy Springs has had in choosing a new logo. As of today, none of the submissions have been selected.
The Future of Web Apps
posted by
Ben
at 3/14/2006 6:04:06 PM
This was a one-day conference focusing on the Web development technology we'll be using tomorrow. The site has MP3s of speakers talking on various subjects.
Inequality Matters Poster Initiative
posted by
Linda Design a poster! The poster deadline is March 15, 2006.
at 3/7/2006 10:02:15 AM
Inequality
of income, access to health and education, and access to markets for
trade is trapping people in a cycle of poverty despite their best
efforts.
AIGA members can design their own posters to add to the Inequality
Matters gallery. Each poster should illustrate an issue from the UN
Human Development Report 2005.
Un-Green Design
posted by
Elizabeth
at 2/27/2006 1:31:03 PM
From Treehugger.com: Most wasteful packaging ever? "Less than half a cup of water packed in disposable ice trays and shipped around the world?."
Un-green Design
posted by
Elizabeth
at 2/27/2006 1:24:52 PM
From Treehugger.com: Most wasteful packaging ever? "Less than half a cup of water packed in disposable ice trays and shipped around the world?."
Look of the Games - Torino 2006
posted by
Ben
at 2/23/2006 9:27:33 AM
Here's a link to a story that ran locally on NBC about Iconologic's role in developing the Look of the Games for Torino.
For additional background on the project, here is an old press release from Iconologic's site.
Vignelli Lecture - 2/21/06 at 6:30 p.m.
posted by
Sherra
at 2/20/2006 5:32:36 PM
Massimo Vignelli is speaking THIS Tuesday, February 21, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. at the the Rich Auditorium at the Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree Street in Atlanta, Georgia. Massimo and Lella Vignelli's most recent book, Design is One, will be available for purchase and signing following the lecture. The Atlanta College of Art welcomes you to attend this FREE event. Any questions may be directed to Peter Wong at phone number 404.733.5140 or Andrew Ericson at 404.733.5153.
Local Team Beats World in France
posted by
Ben The Mighty Fighting Tigers, a local team consisting of employees from two Atlanta companies, Studio720 and Creative Cannonball recently won top honors at the Webdesign International Festival in Lioges, France.
at 2/14/2006 2:39:48 PM
The WIF is a 24 hour design and development competition which fielded 32 teams from 12 countries. Before winning the international competition, the team had to beat 8 professional teams in the U.S. to be selected to represent our country.
Learn more here.
Vignelli Lecture - 2/21/06 at 6:30 p.m.
posted by
Sherra
at 2/13/2006 11:02:54 AM
The Communication Design Department at Atlanta College of Art cordially invites faculty and students to three upcoming lectures on Design and Illustration. They will be held in the Rich Auditorium at the Woodruff Arts Center, 1280 Peachtree Street in Atlanta, Georgia. All three lectures are free and open to the public. Massimo Vignelli will be the first lecturer to speak on February 21, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. Massimo and Lella Vignelli's most recent book, Design is One, will be available for purchase and signing following the lecture. The Atlanta College of Art welcomes you to attend. Information concerning the other two lectures in the series will follow. Any questions may be directed to Peter Wong at phone number 404.733.5140 or Andrew Ericson at 404.733.5153.
AIGA Design Expedition to China, April 29-May 12, 2006
posted by
Sherra
at 2/6/2006 9:56:51 PM
The understanding of other cultures is a prerequisite for effective communication and design. Some of the most vital moments of cultural exchange come when engaging in a true dialogue with one's peers. With this
in mind, the AIGA Center for Cross-Cultural Design is sponsoring a 13-day Design Expedition to China to visit three of China?s most dynamic cities: Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. This in-depth tour will lead a select group of American designers to engage their Chinese counterparts??to experience first hand how a Chinese designer lives and works, to discover the sources
of his/her inspiration, and to learn how he communicates in this rapidly changing global environment.
In addition to discovering some of China?s greatest architecture, art and cultural riches, our itinerary will take us to the leading design programs & universities as well as into the studios of some of China?s top designers.
Space is limited to the 25 people on a first-come, first-served basis. For a registration form or more information, please contact: Robert Linsky,
617-646-4129 or linskyrobert@hotmail.com
CUBA Call for Participants-Third Annual Sharing Dreams
posted by
Sherra
at 2/6/2006 9:47:57 PM
Cuba - Third Annual Sharing Dreams
Call for Participants
Accepting Entries until February 24
The third annual collaboration between U.S. and Cuban designers is now underway. Seven designers from the U.S. will be selected and encouraged to travel to Cuba where they will meet with local designers to create a
powerful exhibit. Entries are due February 24, so if you are interested in participating, please contact Toni O'Bryan.
Digital Art Exhibit and Colloquim
If you are unable to attend the event in Cuba, you can still participate in the event, exhibit work, and collaborate with Cuban artists through a digital art exhibit and colloquium. Entries for this online exhibit must be
submitted on or before April 1, 2006. For more information, email Toni O'Bryan at designpartnerships@xcd.aiga.org
New Jobs Posted Recently
posted by
Ben
at 1/12/2006 2:12:16 PM
check them out in the classifieds section.
Hiring companies include:
Iconologic
Point of Vision
Hothead Studios
Going Interactive
Cohn, Overstreet & Parrish
Houston &
Is Print Doomed?
posted by
Ben
at 1/12/2006 9:42:11 AM
A blogger and a magazine executive square off via Fast Company.com.
Optimus Keyboard
posted by
Ben
at 1/9/2006 11:00:25 AM
This keyboard contains individual microdisplays behind each key for infinite keyboard layout options.
Eat your heart out Apple if this thing actually gets produced for the mass market.
Mark Andresen, Illustrator
posted by
Ben
at 1/5/2006 10:58:53 AM
If there is a bright side to Hurricane Katrina, it's that it's brought some talented new folks to the Atlanta design community. Mark Andresen is one of those folks.
More about his background, his work and information on how to hire him is available in the resumes section of this site.
Convos with Santa
posted by
Douglas
at 12/21/2005 11:30:18 AM
Santa stopped by our office this week. We had the chance to ask him a few questions. He's really a lot shorter than you would expect.
Master of Mistletoe
posted by
Douglas
at 12/21/2005 11:27:21 AM
Ah, enjoy my new Holiday Classic song, "Master of Mistletoe". A Garageband masterpiece. (or so I've been told) (and may have read).
Sandwich Mystery
posted by
Douglas
at 11/21/2005 5:45:03 PM
A poor Web Guy's sandwich is stolen at lunchtime in the studio. It's remains an "Unsolved Mystery". Have you seen his PBJ?
Wanted: AIGA Volunteers!
posted by
Ben
at 11/21/2005 11:41:16 AM
The AIGA Membership Committee is seeking volunteers! We have several positions available depending on the amount of time you have available. Drop Cathi a note and let her know you're interested!
Apple History
posted by
Ben
at 11/18/2005 12:57:54 PM
What fun. This site archives every piece of hardware (I think) Apple has produced since 1976.
How far back do you go? I had a ][e (1983).
Atlanta Logo
posted by
Raymond
at 11/11/2005 9:22:06 AM
Does anyone know which firm designed Atlanta's new logo?
---edit---
I believe it was created by Grey Advertising (who also did the Georgia Aquarium)
Wanted: AIGA Volunteers!
posted by
Cathi
at 11/10/2005 10:18:01 AM
The AIGA Membership Committee is seeking volunteers! We have several positions available depending on the amount of time you have available. Drop Cathi a note and let her know you're interested!
Zombie Interactive - Day of the Virus
posted by
Douglas
at 10/28/2005 3:47:10 PM
We got a REALLY bad virus this week. Then had to make a client presentation. Watch the whole ugly affair in this video clip.
Ask A Lawyer Event Postponed
posted by
Douglas
at 10/28/2005 3:44:35 PM
Our AIGA "Ask A Lawyer" Event has been postponed until early next year. Refunds will be made to people who registered.
MODA Opening November 3
posted by
Linda
at 10/26/2005 3:33:42 PM
Join MODA Thursday November 3 from 6-9pm for the opening of Raymond Loewy: Designs for a Consumer Culture.
Celebrate the life and work of America's most prominent founder of the
Industrial Design profession. Participate in a silent auction to
benefit MODA featuring trips and exclusive getaways, jewelry, great
restaurants, fine furniture from Retromodern.com and much more!
Help MODA continue to serve Atlanta as the only museum in the southeast
devoted exclusively to design! For more information about the Museum or
exhibitions, visit www.museumofdesign.org.
Atlanta Motion Graphics Group Meets Oct 26th
posted by
Sherra
at 10/23/2005 8:45:34 PM
The Atlanta Motion Graphics Group will hold it's next meeting at TUBE on Wednesday, Oct. 26th. All AIGA members are invited and encouraged to attend, admission is free to all. Alan Hettinger of TUBE will be giving a real world demo of Cinema4d, the 3d animation software. Alan will be showing how he used the capabilities of Cinema4d integrated with After Effects on a recent project. The meeting starts at 6:30 and lasts until 9pm. Food and drinks will be provided by the folks at TUBE. For questions about this event, contact Matt Osbourne: 770-643-0843. For directions, click the link above.
Uncommon Threads: Unisource Paper Fashion Show
posted by
Ben
at 10/19/2005 2:30:17 PM
Release your mouse and escape to a place where assumptions about paper, as a medium for design, have been unraveled. With the distinctions and commonalities of culture as inspiration, designers from the Atlanta area have snipped, glued, stapled, velcroad and otherwise fashioned Uncommon Threads for your enjoyment. Join Unisource on Thurs, Oct 27, 2005 at 5:00-8:30pm for this very stylish event. Black tie is unnecessary?but not unpardonable. Register here or contact 770-734-2041. Unisource is located at 6600 Governors Lake Parkway, Norcross, Georgia 30071. Limited Seating. Please RSVP by October 24,2005.
Cre824 Web Festival New Price
posted by
Douglas
at 10/18/2005 10:40:31 AM
Hey AIGA members the cre824 Web Festival in Chattanooga (Nov. 18-19)has lowered the all access price to only $34.95! That is a super low price to see cool speakers like Joshua Davis, Shaun Inman, Timothy Gray, etc. The AIGA Interactive committee is putting together a bus trip up there. If you are interested please email Doug at interactive@aiga-atl.org.
REMINDER: Athens Paper Annual Show
posted by
Sherra
at 10/12/2005 8:41:42 PM
Athens Paper is hosting its annual paper show on Oct. 13, 2005 at the Carter Center from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The name of the event is Paper, Peaches and Peanuts. Come meet reps from over 20 paper mills and enjoy food, drinks, giveaways and doorprizes. If you have questions about this event, contact Linda Schoepf: (404) 696-8900.
Chip Kidd Lecture at UGA
posted by
Joey
at 10/11/2005 4:39:15 PM
Book designer Chip Kidd will visit The University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia on Tuesday, October 18, 2005. He will give a lecture on Tuesday, October 18 at 5:30pm in Room 101 at the Student Learning Center on the UGA campus in Athens. All AIGA members are invited.
For more information or directions, please contact Joey Hannaford, UGA Graphic Design Faculty, at jhannaford@comcast.net
Test For Hire
posted by
Cathi
at 10/11/2005 10:45:55 AM
Speak Up, a design-oriented blog, has a recent entry on job applicants
completing "design tests" in order to be considered for the job. Spec
work? Is this right or wrong? Interesting comments...
DESIGN STILL MATTERS: Project M(entor)
posted by
Meg
at 10/10/2005 10:02:49 AM
Complete info on the www.projectmentor.us website as of 10.10.2005.
"You Belong at PC" (video)
posted by
Ben
at 10/6/2005 2:05:24 PM
Building on the great parody video from the crew at Going Interactive recently posted below...here is an Adam Sandler-esk video that Portfolio Center student, Dave Werner recently put together for the new students starting this quarter. (on home page...titled, "You Belong at PC")
If anyone else has similar videos done locally, please share by clicking "post" underneath the blog box.
Hurricane Relocation
posted by
Sherra
at 10/4/2005 10:18:32 PM
Any creative displaced to Atlanta by the recent hurricanes who has not already done so is encouraged to register at www.displaceddesigner.com and to contact me (Sherra Bell) via president@aiga-atl.org or Kevin Rej, Community Outreach Chair, via community@aiga-atl.org to plug into resources and support being made available. Anyone wishing to offer help may do the same.
Electronics Recycling
posted by
Sherra
at 10/4/2005 10:01:16 PM
Saturday October 8 - Publix on Ponce - 9am - 1pm
Presented by Representative Pat Gardner, Publix & Atlanta Recycling Solutions
To keep hazardous waste in electronics out of landfills, items may be dropped off for recycling.
Monitors, televisions, microwave ovens, computer cpus, cell phones, laptops, keyboards, copiers, printers, toaster ovens, radios, disk drives, vcrs , projectors, telephones, cameras, typewriters, scanners, battery back ups, stereos, etc.
The Net Is Down
posted by
Douglas
at 9/29/2005 12:59:34 PM
Check out this funny parody of the internet being down for 1 minute at our office.
The Atlanta Motion Graphics Group, meeting Oct 26th
posted by
Sherra
at 9/29/2005 7:41:25 AM
The Atlanta Motion Graphics Group will hold it's next meeting at TUBE on Wednesday, Oct. 26th. All AIGA members are invited and encouraged to attend, admission is free to all. Alan Hettinger of TUBE will be giving a real world demo of Cinema4d, the 3d animation software. Alan will be showing how he used the capabilities of Cinema4d integrated with After Effects on a recent project. The meeting starts at 6:30 and lasts until 9pm. Food and drinks will be provided by the folks at TUBE. For questions about this event, contact Matt Osbourne: 770-643-0843. For directions, click here.
DUX2005: San Francisco, Nov 3-5
posted by
Sherra
at 9/28/2005 6:31:24 PM
The Designing for User Experiences conference coming up. The DUX2005 conference is the second time AIGA has collaborated with the ACM's SIGCHI and SIGGRAPH communities. The conference will present the best design case studies chosen from practitioners from all three communities in an attempt to collect and share knowledge about how to design great experiences.
Atlanta Motion Graphics Group Meets Oct. 26th
posted by
Matt
at 9/28/2005 11:17:10 AM
The Atlanta Motion Graphics Group will hold it's next meeting at Tube Creative on Wednesday, Oct. 26th. All AIGA members are invited and encouraged to attend, admission is free to all. Alan Hettinger of Tube Creative will be giving a real world demo of Cinema4d, the 3d animation software. Alan will be showing how he used the capabilities of Cinema4d on a recent project. The meeting starts at 6:30 and lasts until 9pm. Food and drinks will be provided by the folks at Tube.
For directions go to:
http://www.tubecreative.com/contact.php3
Hope to see you all there.
Uncommon Threads: Unisource Paper Fashion Show
posted by
Sherra
at 9/27/2005 7:06:19 PM
Release your mouse and escape to a place where assumptions about paper, as a medium for design, have been unraveled. With the distinctions and commonalities of culture as inspiration, designers from the Atlanta area have snipped, glued, stapled, velcroad and otherwise fashioned Uncommon Threads for your enjoyment. Join Unisource on Thurs, Oct 27, 2005 at 5:00-8:30pm for this very stylish event. Black tie is unnecessary?but not unpardonable. Register here or contact 770-734-2041. Unisource is located at 6600 Governors Lake Parkway, Norcross, Georgia 30071. Limited Seating. Please RSVP by October 24,2005.
submit your news to the blog
posted by
Ben
at 9/27/2005 4:21:20 PM
If you have news of interest you'd like to share with the creative community, click the post button below.
Recently received news:
Iconologic's Brand Stories Newsletter
EAI name change to Unboundary
Grant Design Collaborative Announces Launch of System One from Set Wallcovering
Athens Paper Annual Show
posted by
Sherra
at 9/23/2005 2:49:48 PM
Athens Paper is hosting its annual paper show on Oct. 13, 2005 at the Carter Center from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. The name of the event is Paper, Peaches and Peanuts. Come meet reps from over 20 paper mills and enjoy food, drinks, giveaways and doorprizes. If you have questions about this event, contact Linda Schoepf: (404) 696-8900.
AIGA Disaster Relief Effort
posted by
Kevin
at 9/11/2005 12:05:06 PM
AIGA is currently supporting designers from all disciplines displaced by the recent disasters in the Gulf Coast. We've already received hundreds of responses from designers in need, as well as designers willing to help. In order to consolidate resources and efforts, AIGA is working in collaboration with Chopping Block to support Displaced Designer, extending the reach and effectiveness of this initiative so that no designer is left behind.
AIGA Disaster Relief Effort
posted by
Kevin
at 9/11/2005 12:01:49 PM
AIGA is currently supporting designers from all disciplines displaced by the recent disasters in the Gulf Coast. We've already received hundreds of responses from designers in need, as well as designers willing to help. In order to consolidate resources and efforts, AIGA is working in collaboration with Chopping Block to support Displaced Designer, extending the reach and effectiveness of this initiative so that no designer is left behind.
Get details at http://www.aiga.org/content.cfm?ContentAlias=reliefeffort
Portfolio Center launches new site
posted by
Ben
at 9/7/2005 3:10:20 PM
The Portfolio Center recently launched a new Web site. Old site was built by Sapient. New site built by Iconologic.
WebJam primer registration open
posted by
Douglas
at 8/30/2005 11:44:03 AM
Registration is now open for our Cre824 Web Primer next week. Click "You Have 24 Hours.." on the left Events bar.
Red Cross Disaster Relief
posted by
Ben
at 8/30/2005 9:14:12 AM
Please seriously consider donating to the Red Cross (or a similar aid organization).
Art School Uproar
posted by
Ben
at 8/24/2005 10:20:12 AM
Amid protests, Savannah college swallows Woodruff institution after board vote today
(huge article on front page of living section in Wednesday August 24, 2005 AJC)
WebJam Lowdown
posted by
Douglas
at 8/18/2005 4:42:20 PM
AIGA's Interactive Outreach group will soon be posting details on our upcoming Case Study / Web Jam Primer on Tubatomic Studios and the International Web Design Competition. Stay tuned for info on our local event and visit cre824.com for details on the festival to be held in Chattanooga.
Business Week - Innovation & Design
posted by
Ben
at 8/18/2005 2:20:04 PM
It's nice to see traditional biz pubs taking a substantial and ongoing interest in design and creative issues. Check out their micro-site that is dedicated to "Innovation & Design".
SEED Awards books
posted by
Elizabeth
at 8/16/2005 2:58:55 PM
SEED Awards books will be available for $5 at the Art of Rock event on August 19. Don't miss it!
We will also have them available at other future AIGA Atlanta events if you miss that opportunity.
SEED Awards books!
posted by
Elizabeth
at 8/16/2005 2:57:46 PM
SEED Awards books will be available for $5 at the Art of Rock event on August 19. Don't miss it!
We will also have them available at other future AIGA Atlanta events if you miss that opportunity.
iPod Flea (new from Apple)
posted by
Ben
at 8/4/2005 11:07:46 AM
Apple ad spoof for something called the iPod Flea which was introduced at a Mac Design conference.
TAKE A CLASS WITH "AMERICA'S #1 FILM INSTRUCTOR"
posted by
Sherra
at 7/28/2005 3:22:55 PM
Hollywood's greatest film instructor, Dov S-S Simens, brings his renowned 2-Day Film School to Atlanta?s Oglethorpe University August 20 & 21, 2005 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Registration prior to August 5 is $359 per person; after August 5 is $389; and $400 per person the day of
the class, if seats remain. For information and to register, visit www.filmuni.com.
Best Global Brands
posted by
Ben
at 7/25/2005 3:35:38 PM
The annual top 100 just released.
Local firms chosen for 365: AIGA annual design competion 26
posted by
Sherra
at 7/23/2005 12:32:55 PM
Two of Atlanta's own SEED winners are also among the recently announced winners of the 365 competition. Grant's Herman Miller Holiday Card and Iconologic's History of Work were among the 106 entries selected from more than 4,500 submissions. Congratulations to Grant Design Collaborative and Iconologic! (Congratulations also to our fellow-southerners from AIGA Chattanooga, Tricycle, on their winning entry for the Tricycle Tradeshow Booth!)
July 28: Opening Reception for Graphic Noise exhibition at MODA
posted by
Sherra
at 7/22/2005 6:27:04 PM
AIGA Atlanta has launched a new relationship with the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA)! Celebrate this exciting new partnership by attending the opening reception for Graphic Noise on July 28 from 6-9pm...
Experience the best in contemporary concert poster art with a live VJ playing the latest videos from all the bands you know and the ones you should. Meet the Atlanta Rollergirls up close and personal and bid on cool stuff?tickets for concerts, airlines, band memorabilia, hotels stays and more at a silent auction. There's an after-Party on the Museum Patio featuring Sam's Crossing and Tiger Tiger starting at 9pm. Great food from Cafe Tu Tu Tango and beer from Terrapin!
Sponsored by AIGA Atlanta, Cafe Tu Tu Tango, The Atlantis Music Conference, Brash Music, Terrapin Beer Co., Danger Press, Advanced Impressions, Crossover Entertainment
For directions, visit www.museumofdesign.org
July 28: Opening Reception for Graphic Noise exhibition at MODA
posted by
Sherra
at 7/22/2005 6:22:21 PM
Opening Reception for Graphic Noise exhibition at MODA on Thursday, July 28 from 6-9pm...
Experience the best in contemporary concert poster art with a live VJ playing the latest videos from all the bands you know and the ones you should. Meet the Atlanta Rollergirls up close and personal and bid on cool stuff?tickets for concerts, airlines, band memorabilia, hotels stays and more at a silent auction. There's an after-Party on the Museum Patio featuring Sam's Crossing and Tiger Tiger starting at 9pm. Great food from Cafe Tu Tu Tango and beer from Terrapin!
Sponsored by AIGA Atlanta, Cafe Tu Tu Tango, The Atlantis Music Conference, Brash Music, Terrapin Beer Co., Danger Press, Advanced Impressions, Crossover Entertainment
For directions, visit www.museumofdesign.org
Business Week - Get Creative!
posted by
Ben
at 7/22/2005 2:07:20 PM
The August 1st issue of Business Week Magazine has a cover story entitled, "Get Creative!". Various and sundry topics include a listing of the world's most valuable brands, looks at product design and a mention of how design is integrating itself into business schools.
Summer Speakers at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire
at 7/1/2005 10:43:42 AM
SUMMER SPEAKERS at PORTFOLIO CENTER
7.14 MICHAEL HODGSON
PhD, Los Angeles
7.21 DAN MONROE
Cayenne Creative, Birmingham
7.28 GAIL ANDERSON
Spot Co., New York
8.11 SEAN ADAMS
Adams Morioka, Beverly Hills
8.18 ALLY GERSON & PAMELA ZUCCKER
Principle, Quebec City/Baltimore
8.25 DAN ROLLMAN & MERV REY
Goodby Silverstein, San Francisco
All subject to change. Call to reconfirm. 404.351.5055 x14
Webdesign international festival & 24 hour competition
posted by
Michael
at 6/29/2005 1:26:46 PM
Build a website in 24 hours. Participate in a workshop presented by today?s leaders in interactive technology.
Hosted in the U.S. in association with our neighbor to the north, AIGA Chattanooga.
November 17th - 20th, 2005
The Chattanooga Convention Center
Chattanooga, Tennessee
EAI becomes unboundary
posted by
Ben
at 6/24/2005 11:21:33 AM
They've been around for 17 years and done some killer work. Expect more of the same.
Fitzgerald+CO Merges with Austin Kelley
posted by
Ben
at 6/17/2005 9:24:11 AM
Fitzgerald+CO and Austin Kelley Advertising announced today that they will merge, creating a 165-person office. Dave Fitzgerald, CEO of Fitzgerald+CO, will remain CEO of the combined agency. Jay Shields, currently president of Austin Kelley will serve as chief marketing officer for the agency. Fitzgerald+CO and Austin Kelley are both owned by The Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE: IPG).
SEED Award Winners List
posted by
Ben
at 5/26/2005 10:40:44 AM
The list of winners from the 2005 AIGA Atlanta SEED Awards has just been produced. Grab it here.
Also, a cool (but affordable) winners book has been produced and will be available for purchase from this site. Stay tuned for details.
2005 SEED Awards winners
posted by
Elizabeth
at 5/26/2005 10:31:26 AM
We are pleased to announce the 2005 SEED Awards winners. Please click to download a 55k pdf to view the list.
Congratulations to everyone, and bravo!
Stay tuned for details regarding the winners' book, as well as photos from the gala at Puritan Mill on May 20.
SMART Papers + AIGA National Design Conference contest
posted by
Sherra
at 5/24/2005 5:01:49 PM
SMART Papers announces a chance for designers to win an all-expense paid trip to the 2005 AIGA National Design Conference in Boston.
The contest looks at the most imaginative work printed after September 2004 on any SMART Papers brand. Designers can enter as many times as they wish if postmarked by August 12, 2005.
For more information regarding contest details visit www.smartpapers.com/aiga.
7 new jobs posted recently.
posted by
Ben
at 5/19/2005 4:34:30 PM
Check 'em out here.
AIGA SEED Awards Deadline
posted by
Ben
at 5/11/2005 10:03:46 AM
Registration Deadline is fast approaching. Be sure to register early to beat the rush and avoid the dreaded pay-at-door pricing!
Bring a companion (client, spouse, parent, etc.) for only $25!
Group Pricing is available as well.
Details can be found here.
Ad Guy Starter Kit
posted by
Ben
at 5/3/2005 9:35:20 AM
Crafted from the finest materials on Earth, The Ad Guy Starter Kit will turn you into a creative genius in no time flat!
UGA Book Project
posted by
Sarah
at 4/28/2005 4:30:13 PM
Ken Williams is retiring after this semester from UGA Graphics and to honor his service and dedication as an educator in the graphic design department a book project is being developed as a unique gift. It will be a collection of student work from his classes (Design in Society and Portfolio if he was your advisor) plus one piece you've done as a professional. For more details and information on being involved in this project please contact Travis Tom/UGA Spring 1992--eMail:UgaLogoBook@aol.com before June 15, 2005.
Why did you get into this business anyway?
posted by
Ben
at 4/20/2005 3:41:50 PM
Los Angeles based photographer/director Louis Lesko takes you on a journey from idealized idiocy to practical reality of the ?business? of photography.
7pm, Wednesday, April 27th, 2005
Portfolio Center
Adobe purchases Macromedia
posted by
Daniel
at 4/18/2005 11:04:13 AM
In a move that will have profound effects for the entire design and interactive industry Adobe this morning announced that they are acquiring Macromedia for $3.4 billion dollars.
Grant + Richardson Nominated to Join AIGA National Board
posted by
Ben
at 4/4/2005 3:45:41 PM
Bill Grant (Grant Design Collaborative) and Hank Richardson (Portfolio Center) have been nominated to join the AIGA National Board effective July 1.
Grant has been nominated as incoming president of the board. Having an Atlantan as president of the National board and having two concurrent board members are both firsts for AIGA Atlanta.
Please be sure to login and cast your official ballot.
Michael Braley @ Creative Circus
posted by
Chris
at 3/31/2005 11:30:44 AM
Michael Braley, is an Art Director and Senior Designer at Cahan & Associates, a San Francisco-based design firm known for creating smart, compelling and memorable work for their clients.
His work has appeared in numerous publications, museums and exhibitions. He has also lectured at several universities around the nation.
Friday, April 29th at 1:30 PM
The Creative Circus
812 Lambert Drive
Atlanta, GA 30324
404-607-8880
Photojournalism and the Presidency
posted by
Ben
at 3/30/2005 2:21:05 PM
Pictures connect us to the people making decisions on behalf of the nation.
Interactive Best Practices Event Registration Open
posted by
Daniel
at 3/24/2005 12:10:15 PM
Design, Technology, Usability & Content are the pillars of effective interactive media. Increase your interactive IQ and learn what the future has in store for our industry by spending the morning with some of the brightest minds in each of these discplines.
Spring Roundtable Registration is Now Open!
posted by
Elizabeth
at 3/15/2005 3:40:35 PM
Now is your chance to participate in the AIGA Atlanta Spring Roundtable and have your voice heard.
Spring Roundtable Registration is Open!
posted by
Elizabeth
at 3/15/2005 3:38:04 PM
You can now sign up for the AIGA Spring Roundtable and have your voice heard!
Re-branding America
posted by
Ben
at 3/14/2005 1:57:46 AM
Marketing gurus think they can help 'reposition' the United States - and save American foreign policy.
Re-branding America
posted by
Ben
at 3/14/2005 1:56:32 AM
Marketing gurus think they can help 'reposition' the United States - and save American foreign policy.
Pimp My (designer) Ride
posted by
Ben
at 3/13/2005 4:56:51 PM
For those of you that can't stand to be too far from your Mac. Check this out.
AIGA Memberships Rock
posted by
Ben
at 3/10/2005 2:50:14 AM
Friendly reminder to make sure you keep your membership status current. If you aren't currently a member, you can learn more here and here.
Flash Forward Film Festival Finalists
posted by
Ben
at 3/8/2005 4:57:50 PM
Flashforward2005 is proud to announce the 60 Flash(r) Film Festival finalists, chosen from more than 1300 nominees.
Joshua Chen at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire
at 3/8/2005 9:14:32 AM
Joshua Chen, principal and creative director of Chen Design Associates in San Francisco, will lecture and have a book signing at Portfolio Center on Friday, April 8th starting at 6:30pm. His book, Peace: 100 Ideas, will be on sale at the event. See www.chendesign.com for more information on Joshua.
8 new jobs added to site
posted by
Ben
at 2/24/2005 10:53:05 AM
Including:
U1 Design
WebMD
Ambrosi Atlanta
LIFT Creative
Leader Enterprises
Check 'em out here.
Raleigh Pinsky Event March 9th
posted by
Chris
at 2/21/2005 10:02:45 PM
Getty Curator Event Feb. 19th
posted by
Ben Dr. Thom Kren is a senior curator at the J. Paul Getty museum in LA. He curates a collection of ancient manuscripts and hand painted books. Essentially, very old graphic design! They are exquisite. 7pm Saturday, February 19, 2005 in the Exhibit Hall of the Atlanta Botanical Gardens. The event is free and parking is too. Additional info, David Laufer 770.642.0330.
at 2/17/2005 12:55:35 PM
New jobs posted in past week
posted by
Ben
at 2/3/2005 1:16:08 PM
Including CheckFree, Lenz Design, DNA Studio and the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association.
Check 'em out here.
Speaker at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire
at 1/31/2005 12:15:05 PM
Ian Brooks-Thursday morning,
Feb 10, 10a.m.
www.ianbrooksphotography.com
Speaker at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire
at 1/31/2005 12:12:24 PM
John Paul Caponigro-Monday evening Feb 7, 7p.m.
www.johnpaulcaponigro.com
The SEED Awards
posted by
Elizabeth
at 1/18/2005 1:19:25 PM
The Southeast is home to some of the nation’s most talented designers…and it’s time for them to show off. AIGA Atlanta is accepting entries soon for the first annual SEED Awards—a design competition that will celebrate the best and brightest design in Atlanta and beyond.
A nationally renowned panel will judge entries spanning a range of media, from print to web to environmental graphics and more. The competition will culminate in a formal celebration and awards ceremony on May 20 at Puritan Mill, located in the historic King Plow district of Atlanta. Think prom without the pimples.
Look for more information soon!
ONE Show in Atlanta
posted by
Claire
at 1/11/2005 2:46:04 PM
One Show in Atlanta
A Selection 2004 One Show Winners/Professional & Student
Opening and Reception
6:30-9:30pm Wednesday, January 26th at Portfolio Center
125 Bennett St.
Atlanta, GA 30309
Please RSVP to claire@portfoliocenter.net or call 404-351-5055 x19
One Show Speaker Series at Clark Atlanta University
Perry Fair, Associate Creative Director, TRUE, Los Angeles
Adrian Hilton, Art Director, Wieden & Kennedy, New York
9:30am-11:00amam at Clark Atlanta University
Part St. Art & Music Complex
793 Park St., SW
Atlanta, GA 30310
For Info and Map call 404-880-8122
Tons-o-jobs posted recently
posted by
Ben
at 12/8/2004 2:24:23 PM
16 new jobs have been added to the classifieds section in the past month.
Billy Harvey Music
posted by
Ben
at 12/7/2004 8:38:28 AM
Outstanding creativity. Enjoy.
Georgia State Univ AIGA Student Group work exhibit
posted by
Alicja
at 11/16/2004 5:51:31 AM
"Uncurated: Student Works in Progress." Come see GSU's graphic design students's work. Graduate students to sophomores will be presenting.
opening recp: Thursday, Nov 18th 6:30 to 8:30. Student Center Gallery Lounge, rm 346. Student Center is located in the heart of downtown, on the coner of Gilmer Street and Courtland.
show runs from nov 18th - dec 8th
contact: alixja@gmail.com
Bingo Night - November 17th
posted by
Ben
at 11/10/2004 7:11:19 AM
This event is not only free but there will be TONS of donated prizes that will be raffled off as well. (good stuff, not crap)
Even though it is free, you gotta sign up online!
Neil Powell at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire
at 11/9/2004 11:23:24 AM
Neil Powell lecture 11/18 at Portfolio Center postponed.
Un-Curated Student Works In Progress
posted by
Alicja
at 11/8/2004 7:20:09 AM
Un-Curated Student Works In Progress
posted by
Alicja
at 11/8/2004 7:19:34 AM
Marc English Event Tonight
posted by
Elizabeth
at 11/4/2004 5:25:10 AM
On-line registration is closed, but there is still room for pay-at-the-door attendees. Hope to see you there!
Get out the vote Poster Gallery
posted by
Ben
at 11/2/2004 8:54:52 AM
The purpose of this campaign is to encourage voter turnout. There is no single message, although the intent is a call to action, motivating people to register and to turn out to vote. The visuals and the text of the message must be nonpartisan—AIGA is supporting the basic democratic premise of citizen participation, not a partisan position on candidates or issues.
Each poster in the gallery is available as an 11x17" PDF.
Chapter Financial Report
posted by
Ben
at 11/1/2004 2:24:32 PM
The AIGA Atlanta chapter has recently posted a copy of its financial report for calendar year 2003.
While we are finding a more permanent “home” for this on the site, you may access it here.
Reluct - Design + Architecture News
posted by
Ben
at 10/19/2004 7:08:50 PM
For a European perspective, don't miss Reluct, a product design and architecture web magazine based in The Netherlands.
Creative Office Space Available
posted by
Ben
at 10/19/2004 8:01:53 AM
Located in the heart of Decatur, EM2design has two fantastic office spaces for lease.
Learn more in the classifieds section.
AIGA Power Of Search
posted by
Douglas
at 10/17/2004 9:21:20 AM
A very limited number of spots are still available for this session. PLEASE register online by 9 AM Tuesday Oct 19th if you plan on going. Also, please note Casey Jenson will be our new speaker from Google.
Athens Paper Show "A Night at the Movies"
posted by
Ben
at 10/15/2004 7:52:39 AM
Please join Athens Paper on Oct. 20th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Galleria at the Woodruff Arts Center for a Night at the Movies.
We will have free food, drinks, live music, giveaways and 18 mills present with the latest paper samples and promotions.
Please RSVP to Linda@athenspaper.com
Look forward to seeing you at Atlanta's only paper show this season!
New jobs posted recently
posted by
Ben
at 10/11/2004 8:48:06 AM
A bunch of new jobs posted in the last couple weeks. Check 'em out.
All Hail the Macintosh
posted by
Ben
at 10/7/2004 12:19:41 PM
Fourteen posters created to commemorate 20th anniversary of Apple Macintosh, each describing a different aspect of it, and looking back at the previous two decades.
Athens Paper Show "A Night at the Movies"
posted by
Linda
at 10/6/2004 9:12:25 AM
Please join Athens Paper on Oct. 20th from 5:30pm to 8:30pm at the Galleria at the Woodruff Arts Center for a Night at the Movies.
We will have free food, drinks, live music, giveaways and 18 mills present with the latest paper samples and promotions.
Please RSVP to Linda@athenspaper.com
Look forward to seeing you at Atlanta's only paper show this season!
CartoonNet.com Event: More Seats Added
posted by
Douglas
at 10/3/2004 11:46:50 AM
We have been able to add a few more seats to the Re-design of CartoonNetwork.com event coming this Thursday Oct. 7th. Register now to get the last few spaces.
Portfolio Center Fall Quarter Seminar Schedule
posted by
Claire
at 9/17/2004 3:39:20 PM
Thursday, October 7th 10:00am Michael Carabetta, Creative Director & Sara Schneider, Design Director/Adult, Chronicle Books, San Francisco (www.chroniclebooks.com) with Susie Cushner, Photographer (www.susiecushner.com)
Thursday, October 14th 10:00am Marc Mathieu, Corporate VP Marketing, Coca-Cola Franchise, The Coca-Cola Company, Atlanta
Thursday, October 28th 7:00pm In conjunction with Atlanta Celebrates Photography, Rodney Smith, Photographer, New York (www.rodneysmith.com)
Thursday, November 18th 10:00am Neil Powell, Powell NY, New York (www.powellny.com)
All schedules are subject to change! Please contact Claire Kerby at 404-351-5055 prior to event to verify.
Neenah Paper Best Chili Recipe Contest
posted by
Ben
at 9/15/2004 6:26:19 AM
CartoonNetwork.com Event Registration Open
posted by
Douglas
at 9/9/2004 10:17:15 AM
AIGA Interactive Outreach is pleased to announce that registraion for this event is now open. Register now and reserve your space for an inside look at why and how CartoonNetwork.com was redesigned.
Look at Athens - HowDesign.com
posted by
Ben
at 9/2/2004 12:45:03 PM
Iconologic, in concert with How Design, recently produced a multi-part “inside look” at the Olympics from a creative standpoint.
P22 Type Foundry - The Terminal
posted by
Ben
at 9/1/2004 8:23:05 AM
The Terminal is a Journal of Typography & Lettering Arts.
Speak Up (August Edition)
posted by
Ben
at 9/1/2004 6:57:06 AM
UnderConsideration’s (in)famous online forum that has challenged the design profession with honest, daring and passionate dialogue has just posted it's August recap online.
AIGA Gallery Page Updated
posted by
Ben
at 8/13/2004 12:26:09 PM
Three recent events have been added to the gallery. Check 'em out if you are bored.
Event Sold Out!
posted by
Ben
at 8/13/2004 12:06:15 PM
The Self Promotion & PR business workshop event with John Sayles and Sheree Clark is sold out.
Event Sold Out!
posted by
Ben
at 8/12/2004 2:14:30 PM
Writing for Designers, a summer workshop by Juliet D'Ambrosio, is sold out.
Upcoming PC Speakers
posted by
Ben
at 8/5/2004 7:09:36 AM
Wednesday, August 11th 4pm-6pm Joe Duffy, Duffy & Partners, Minneapolis www.duffy.com
Thursday, August 19th 10am-12pm Wayne Hunt, Hunt Design, Pasadena www.huntdesign.com
No RSVP required. Just show up at the Portfolio Center at 125 Bennett Street. Questions? Call Claire Kerby at 404.351.5055 x 19.
P22 Pangram Contest Results
posted by
Ben
at 8/4/2004 7:29:55 AM
Tired of the traditional "A quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog"? Check out these new pangrams, courtesy of a recent contest sponsored by P22.
Two New Jobs
posted by
Ben
at 8/2/2004 7:12:25 AM
United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta and The Weather Channel have added new jobs to the classifieds section recently.
Check them out.
How To Be Creative
posted by
Ben
at 8/2/2004 7:09:42 AM
Hugh "cartoons drawn on the back of business cards" Macleod is a creative director who writes about the grim new realities of the advertising business.
James Victore at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire
at 7/27/2004 3:06:03 PM
James Victore will be speaking at Portfolio Center on Thursday, August 5th at 10am. Everyone welcome.
Experiments aimed at drawing out the beauty and mystery of images that are anything but typical. That is the essence of a James Victore design: strong graphic concepts, visual wit, and bold, often aggressive imagery.
Hatch Show Print at PC
posted by
Ben
at 7/22/2004 11:00:31 AM
Jim Sherraden of Hatch Show Print will be at Portfolio Center July 29th 7:00pm.
For more than a century, Nashville's Hatch Show Print has produced show-posters for entertainers of all stripes, from country musicians to magicians, professional wrestlers to rock stars.
For more info, call 404-351-5055.
classified updates
posted by
Ben
at 7/22/2004 7:45:48 AM
6 new jobs, resumes and some computer hardware have been added to the classifieds section recently.
Bright Impact launches new Web site
posted by
Cristina
at 7/20/2004 8:35:15 AM
Event Sold Out!
posted by
Ben
at 7/19/2004 7:10:11 AM
The July 23 Summer Workshop event, “Selling Your Ideas to the Slashers and Slayers” is now sold out.
Online registration is closed and no one will be allowed to pay at the door.
AIGA IO National Conference
posted by
Ben
at 7/14/2004 12:32:25 PM
The Interaction Only (I|O) Conference offers a range of experiences for professionals looking to expand their skills into new areas, be inspired by some of the possibilities opening up to designers today and meet fellow designers interested in shaping the future of design. While the conference is informed by Internet and new media design, it also offers perspectives from a variety of established disciplines that apply to all designers practicing today.
Jay Maisel, Photographer at Portfolio Center July 15th 730pm
posted by
Claire
at 7/13/2004 12:43:56 PM
Jay Maisel, Photographer
Thursday, July 15th at 7:30pm
Portfolio Center
125 Bennett St. Atlanta GA 30309
404-351-5055
Photographer Jay Maisel's career spans 40 years. His name has become synonymous with vibrant color photography that uses light and gesture to create countless unforgettable images for advertising, editorial and corporate communications. In addition, his pictures appear in books and art collections. Included among his many awards for excellence are the Art Directors Club Hall of Fame, American Society of Media Photographers' Photographer of the Year Award and the International Center of Photography's Infinity Award. A graduate of Cooper Union and Yale University, Jay continues his education by teaching younger photographers at workshops, seminars and lectures around the world.
Jim Sherraden of Hatch Show Print at Portfolio Center July 29th 7:00pm
posted by
Claire Thursday, July 29th at 7:00pm Portfolio Center 125 Bennett St. Atlanta GA 30309 404-351-5055 Hatch Show Print is an iconic institution and offers a glimpse into the history of American entertainment through dynamic and distinctive posters from the 1800’s to today.
at 7/13/2004 12:05:22 PM
Hatch Show Print at Portfolio Center July 29th 7:00pm
posted by
Claire
at 7/13/2004 11:47:27 AM
Kit Hinrichs at Portfolio Center July 8th
posted by
Ben Kit Hinrichs, partner of Pentagram San Francisco will be speaking at the portfolio center on July 8th at 10am. No need to RSVP. Portfolio Center
at 7/7/2004 12:56:10 PM
125 Bennett Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30309
404.351.5055
Iconologic Site Recognized by IMA
posted by
Ben
at 6/29/2004 2:21:54 AM
Law firm Kilpatrick Stockton's Web site was recently recognized as one of the nation's top 3 legal Web sites by Internet Marketing Attorney. The site—designed, written and programmed by Iconologic—garnered top honors in the IMA's Third Annual Review of the 250 largest law firms, which rates excellence across 5 criteria: design, content, usability, interactivity and intangibles.
Grant Design Honored by IIDA
posted by
Ben
at 6/29/2004 2:17:19 AM
Grant Design Collaborative, a strategic communication and brand design firm, has been honored with its fifth IIDA Creative Excellence Award in seven years for showroom and exhibit design at NeoCon 2004. Grant's Geiger Boutique was selected for design excellence and superior presentation of product in the large exhibit category.
Poll Results - ?How do you feel the economic climate is for the design community today??
posted by
Ben
at 6/10/2004 8:35:51 AM
Excellent - 3.1%
Getting Better - 41.4%
The Same - 29.6%
Getting Worse - 17.6%
Call 911! - 8.3%
(324 responses)
Merge - Agency of Record for After Six
posted by
Ben
at 6/10/2004 6:59:40 AM
Athens, GA based After Six, America’s top men’s formal clothing and accessory manufacturer, has named the Merge Agency as its agency of record. Merge, a strategic creative communications firm, will be helping the company some of its significant marketing challenges through services such as research, branding, photography and other creative executions, both off- and online.
5 new jobs posted
posted by
Ben Check 'em out in the AIGA jobs section.
at 5/24/2004 8:49:23 AM
New jobs posted from the following companies:
** SPECIAL EVENT ** The Brand Gap
posted by
Lisa How to Bridge the Distance Between Business Strategy and Design “The Brand Gap is an original. It describes the full range of creative interdependencies that need to be managed in concert, but in a language so plain, crisp, and simple that you suddenly ‘see’ the concept of brand—and can act boldly on it.”—Peter Van Naarden, Director of Global Brand, Hewlett-Packard
at 5/18/2004 2:20:07 PM
A One-Day Collaborative Workshop - 2 Sessions June 22nd & 24th 2004.
New Jobs Posted!
posted by
Jay
at 5/10/2004 10:53:39 AM
The Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta is looking for a full time graphic designer and a part time production coordinator. Click on the link for details.
Alexander Gelman event CANCELLED
posted by
Elizabeth
at 5/6/2004 5:44:44 AM
The Alexander Gelman event at Portfolio Center has been cancelled. We are sorry for the inconvenience!
Mac: Crash Different
posted by
Ben
at 5/5/2004 11:00:26 AM
Don't watch if you don't have a sense of humor about the whole “Mac” culture
Alexander Gelman at Portfolio Center
posted by
Claire Free Admission
at 5/4/2004 2:03:18 PM
Alexander Gelman is a founding partner and president of Design Machine, a cross-disciplinary design consultancy based in New York City. Utilizing traditional graphic design, fine arts, and interactive media, his work is housed in the permanent collections of MoMA and the Cooper-Hewitt Museum in New York.
Portfolio Center (125 Bennett St.)
Thursday, May 6th at 10am
For more information call Claire at 404.351.5055 x19
Check out our classifieds!
posted by
Jay
at 4/30/2004 7:56:16 AM
Someone is unloading a lot of nice computer hardware. Get it while it's still there. Also, don't forget that all AIGA members are entitled to post classifieds for free!!!
Is this in your Design Portfolio?
posted by
Ben Mike was one of only two chosen from the Southeast out of more than 18,000 being considered. Mike will be working on designs for the new nickels, and possibly designs for the state quarters as well.
at 4/23/2004 6:46:07 AM
Mike Leidel, was selected to be one of 18 U.S. Mint Master Designers who will design the next generation of coins we use.
Lights! Talent! Guest list!
posted by
Ben
at 4/20/2004 11:15:12 AM
A new top secret committee is forming, and we want YOU to be a part of it. Just e-mail designshow@aiga-atl.org and say “Sign me up! I want to promote design leadership, and I’m willing to commit through December!”
Newsmap of Google News
posted by
Ben
at 4/13/2004 12:32:28 PM
Newsmap is an application that visually reflects the constantly changing landscape of the Google News news aggregator.
It's objective is to simply demonstrate visually the relationships between data and the unseen patterns in news media. It is not thought to display an unbiased view of the news, on the contrary it is thought to ironically accentuate the bias of it.
SUPER COOL...check it out.
Two new jobs posted
posted by
Jay
at 4/7/2004 2:09:34 PM
Check em out!
Allied Design Council Roundtable
posted by
Albert
at 4/7/2004 1:48:29 PM
The Allied Design Council is sponsoring a Roundtable for design professionals from diverse disciplines to discuss a variety of topics related to our creative professions. Lively dialogue will center around this year's theme, Giving Back - Question or Answer? If you have not attended, you will come away with fresh insights and renewed enthusiasm that you can use to approach your work. Pre-registration closes Wednesday, April 21st. To Register, email your name, telephone and email address to: albert@grantcollaborative.com. Space limited to 16 members and 2 students.
New Job Posting
posted by
Jay
at 4/1/2004 11:47:01 AM
Yellowbee Studio is looking for an Interactive designer with 4+ years of experience.
Two Spots Left for Open House
posted by
Ben
at 4/1/2004 6:58:49 AM
There are two spots left for the Open House at Primal Screen next week.
If you happen to miss out on registration, visit their Web site and check out their "studio", it rocks.
Michael McDonough?s Top Ten Things They Never Taught Me in Design School
posted by
Cathi
at 3/28/2004 6:57:13 PM
Contribute to this Blog
posted by
Ben
at 3/26/2004 2:03:08 PM
Members can now post to this blog by clicking the “post” button below.
New Job Posting
posted by
Ben
at 3/26/2004 11:35:33 AM
Sater Creative is seeking Freelance Production Artists.
Why Consumer Products Have Inferior User Experience
posted by
betsy
at 3/24/2004 7:39:44 PM
Jakob Nielsen's March 15, 2004 "Alertbox" article about the inferior user experiences of consumer products has stirred the hornets nest among the design community with a few broad generalizations and other sweepingly negative statements. Read Jakob's article and then the response by Andrei Herasimchuk of DesignByFire.com.
AIGA Cincinnati Shaker Village
posted by
sherra
at 3/23/2004 12:00:00 AM
Relax, recharge and rejuvenate your creative spirit while being inspired by the country's top creative speakers. Enjoy home cookin', sipin' cocktails and riding on the great paddle boat the Dixie Belle. Stretch your body as well as your mind at the yoga/relaxation workshops, kick up your heals to one of the region's best bluegrass bands, and explore the beautifully restored Shaker Village. This year's speakers include: J.Todd Anderson, Bill Fredrick, Haley Johnson, Don Marsh, José Said Osio, Neil Powell and Thomas Scott.
AIGA National President Coming Soon
posted by
elizabeth
at 3/11/2004 11:45:24 AM
Design icon, Michael Vanderbyl, recognized for his work by more organizations and publications than we have room to list in this space and current President of AIGA National, will be here to enlighten us and share some of his experiences.
Event Details & Signup
New York 2012 Design
posted by
juliet
at 3/11/2004 7:47:18 AM
Yesterday, five architecture teams revelealed their prepared designs for an Olympic Village, to be in Long Island City, Queens, to help New York win its bid to be host to the summer games in 2012.
Primal Screen Open House
posted by
ben
at 3/10/2004 3:48:20 PM
Registration is currently open for the Primal Screen Open House. Visit their Web site and check out their "studio", it rocks. Space is limited to 30 people, first come first serve.
Yahoo vs. Google
posted by
nate
at 3/8/2004 1:49:15 PM
Interesting to see how search results vary from the two main engines. Threw in a search for "AIGA Atlanta" for example.
Merge Announces New Investor/Partner
posted by
ben
at 3/4/2004 1:45:55 PM
North Highland Company is proud to announce that it has become a minority investor and a strategic partner in Atlanta based communications and interactive agency, Merge.
MergeAgency.com NorthHighland.com
AIGA 365:25 Call for Entries
posted by
ben
at 3/2/2004 8:06:34 AM
Deadline is March 5th!
AIGA competitions celebrate excellence in contemporary North American design and seek to promote the value of design to a broader public. These are the most prestigious design competitions in the United States, extending a legacy that began almost 90 years ago.
5 extra spots added for Open House
posted by
ben
at 3/1/2004 1:39:11 PM
We have added five more slots for the AIGA Open House Series at Iconologic this Thursday. First come, first serve.
re:charge SAFARI '04
posted by
chris m.
at 2/26/2004 10:08:57 AM
A day and a half of creative exploration and discovery on the campus of the University of North Florida.
New AIGA National Site
posted by
beverley
at 2/25/2004 8:09:46 AM
AIGA National recently launched a new Web site. Check it out...
New
Job Posting
posted by
jay
at 2/23/2004 1:11:17 PM
LIFT is seeking a Production Manager.
The "no www" movement.
posted by
ben
at 2/20/2004 10:16:47 AM
The use of the www subdomain is redundant and time consuming to communicate. Make your site "Class B" which means that all of the traffic to http://www.url.com is politely and silently redirected to http://url.com. (glad to know I wasn't the only person this bothered...)
CommArts Call for Entries
posted by
ben
at 2/19/2004 9:47:44 AM
Communication Arts invites you to enter your work in the 45th Annual Photography and Illustration competitions.
Selected, award-winning pieces will appear in Communication Arts magazine, in either the July Illustration Annual or August Photography Annual.
Allied Design Council
posted by
albert
at 2/19/2004 9:46:05 AM
The Allied Design Council is sponsoring a Roundtable for design professionals from diverse disciplines to discuss a variety of topics related to our creative professions. Lively dialogue will center around this year's theme, Giving Back - Question or Answer?
If you have not attended, you will come away with fresh insights and renewed enthusiasm that you can use to approach your work.
Pre-registration closes Tuesday, February 24th. To Register, email your name, telephone and email address to: albert@grantcollaborative.com. Space limited to 16 members and 2 students.
AIGA Photo Gallery
posted by
ben
at 2/13/2004 8:15:38 AM
Hey, we put some pics in the gallery of past events...will try to add more and improve things further. Enjoy.