WHAT'S IN YOUR PORTFOLIO? The Gallery at the Design & Publishing Center displays outstanding visual works of the Design Center readership. Please enjoy the exhibits, and if you discover some outstanding creative talent, let use know. How about what's in your portfolio? RSS

Logos: of Negative Space

Designing a logo is a process that combines a thorough understanding of the essence of the client's message. When a designer sends the message utilizing multiple images within a unique single image -- we call that a "world class logo" October 29, 2009

Parkol: graphic design & negative space

Further explorations into the design of negative space takes us to the design studios of Nick Senin Parkol from Saint-Petersburg, Russia. Nick demonstrates how negative space affects the content and message of graphic design October 29, 2009

Drew Struzan: legend in movie posters

You may not know who Drew Struzan is, but you know his work. He's the genius behind popular movie posters and a true master of this generation's painter / illustrators September 26, 2009

William Morris: Art Nouveau Style

William Morris is probably the most recognized individual in the entire Art Nouveau movement -- but what most people don't know is that he also contributed his style and art vision to type and typography as well. September 21, 2009

Practical Typography with Dasha

The magic of experimenting in graphic design! Freelance designer Dasha Wagner presents her innovative ideas and interesting solutions. Elegant style and color harmony along with some totally practical typography makes her projects unique. August 24, 2009

Letterforms that shaped a generation

If you ever rocked out at a concert by the Doors, New Riders or Commander Cody in the San Fran bay area back in the day, then you already know Thomas Morris -- he created the concert posters! Today, he's still producing breath-taking graphics and superb typographic creations and we're going to take a little field trip to his studio ... Thomas Morris Design August 14, 2009

Visions echo from Tehran

Sareh Khajehnouri is an artist currently based in Washington DC. Her extraordinary visions echo her native background in Tehran, Iran. Her advertising design sparkles, but her photo-illustration reveals a subtle yet striking depth in visual exploration. Don't miss the works of Sareh Khajehnouri August 7, 2009

Luba Lukova: Social Justice 2008

Somewhere between Picasso's wood-cut years and German Expressionism, Luba Lukova has carved a deep niche in social graphic design -- one that will not be erased for decades and generations to come. The messages are stark, undeniable, and slam you right between the eyes. If you cannot own it, at least see Social Justice 2008 Luba Lukova August 7, 2009

The Semiartist

You read Melissa Mason's article "Designless In Seattle" some time ago -- now let's take look at some of her outstanding design work with a little visit to her studio Semiartist portfolio August 7, 2009

If you can dream it ...

Michael Campbell is the skill and vision behind our "Photo to Painting" tutorial, and once you see this, you'll be convinced that magic exists and dreams do come true. Visit the studio of photographer and digital artist Michael Campbell August 7, 2009