I have always been one to self-direct myself toward my goals. Granted, I am not as organized as I would like to be, but who is? Since I was younger I have always created. I loved designing books, newspapers, and literary magazines. The further I got involved in creation I realized there was much more...
Download as a desktop wallpaper here. About a month ago I was wondering around the Mall of America in Minneapolis, Minnesota browsing for Christmas gift ideas and eagerly wanting to spend my paycheck. Barnes & Noble has become my default location to pleasurably kill a few hours, but rarely do I ever make a purchase....
I’ve been working on designing every day. Today I’ve worked on a desktop wallpaper which I am offering for free at my personal blog, TheAesthetic.Me. Stop by to download it for your desktop today. Happy New Year!
Recently I have been studying up on the paths graphic designers take to success. Although each one has different motives, focuses, and beliefs. Some have a clean style while others thrive in complexity. Some are web-based, some print. Either way I have learned that the path I must take is mine alone, although I am...
Lately I have become very interested in self-portraits. Not because I am self-involved at all (even if we are a bit sometimes), but because it is a fascinating experience to see a photographer make themselves a subject. And a lot of the time you wouldn’t even notice the image had been framed by the subject itself. I’m...
Take This Lollipop is an interactive short film that will play on your greatest fears. I suggest you go to the page yourself before you read any further. The impact is greatest without warning. Clicking on the razor blade lollipop will ask for Facebook permissions. Allow it and enjoy! Note: Your profile and information will...
It can be argued that with the invention of iPods and other various sources on the internet such as Pandora and more recently Spotify – the original invention of the radio is now being neglected by our generation. Granted, while someone is driving on the road who really wants to listen to advertisements and another’s music choice when you can...
Lucy Knisley, an artist from Chicago, made some magnificent works: the entire Harry Potter series in comic form. They are quick, snappy, and filled with jokes that any Potter fanatic will love in a sort of “Where’s Waldo?” style. She also has a blog with her roommate, Nora Renick-Rinehart, titled The Burrow’s Studio Blog. All...
Update: More artists added at the end of post. Five months ago I wrote two articles about Cinemagraphs (The Cinemagraph and How I Made a Cinemagraph). Since, the cinemagraph has grown immensely and several artists have come on the scene with their own work. For those of you who do not know what a cinemagraph...
So Richard (our newest addition to AAD), Brandi (who is having an excellent time in New Zealand), and I have been a little MIA recently. With school about to start back up, we have had a bit of a trouble finding the time to post. Once routine begins to set in we will post more...
At the beginning of summer Chris mentioned that he would start creating a weekly playlist for the site, but since his last post its become more of a monthly playlist instead. Chris invited me to change all that. As a friend and an avid follower of An Aesthetic Discourse I agreed to jump on board....
Spotify is the newest music listening medium to jump on the scene in the United States. It’s been out in Europe for quite a while, but we are finally getting a taste of free music, whenever, wherever. Their slogan: “All the music, all the time.” You can add your own music, play (nearly) anything, and...
Required Reading: Freelance Graphic/Web Designers
Jan 9, 2012
10 Graphic Design Resume and Branding Samples
Jan 8, 2012
My Four Philosophies Inspired by Tuesdays With Morrie
Jan 2, 2012
Free Wallpaper at The Aesthetic Me
Dec 28, 2011
Impressive Poster Design by DKNG
Dec 28, 2011
A Design Student’s New Years Resolutions
Dec 27, 2011