Goodbye Calibri: New default font for Microsoft Office
It’s the first change to the Office default font in more than 15 years.
This is probably only exciting for type nerds, but I'm sort of excited. I'm not a fan of Calibri, but it was at least better than Arial. Aptos actually looks great, more refined like helvetica.
I agree, but I try to be pragmatic. Everyone is looking for the twitter killer that will destroy it in a blaze of glory, but I am fine with it slowly bleeding users and value as Threads and Mastodon (and Bluesky?) get better and gains more users.
Margot Elise Robbie, your posts of tech commentary and promotion of "Barbie" on in theaters July 21st is AMAZING!!!!!!
Yeah, the original logo works pretty well, it's the letter I, it's a road to infinity, easy peezy. In the new mark, the road just looks arbitrarily cut off. Kids these days with their cut off roads grrr, get off my lawn!
Even the brand's dealers are bewildered.
I try to be pretty open-minded about rebrands, because I don't know what the brief was, but this one did make me chuckle. It seems like a massive undertaking for some very subtle changes. The reasons they give are pretty funny, and they even have a brand sound and a BRAND SCENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
gestalt theory basics
The Gestalt Principles of Design are a set of concepts and guidelines drawn from gestalt psychology, which theorizes that the mind tends to process
For all my younger design homies, a nice refresher/introduction to gestalt theory. I will probably use some of this in my classes.
Great brand work for a pizza joint
<>Blake Scott is a talented graphic designer and illustrator and he was commissioned to work on the branding and packaging design for Slims Pizza, a local restaurant that prides itself on using only the freshest ingredients and making everything from scratch. The project was a perfect fit for Scott,...
Interesting article about being introverted in design
We chat to a psychologist and three creatives about the pros and cons of being introverted, how they balance it with work, and the advice they can give for those looking to network and build their careers.
I think that it's great that they talk to real creatives and get their perspectives. I'm very introverted but I have also learned to be very good in social situations.
I thought the same thing; my impression is there is a ton or work still to be done and they are announcing it so devs can get ready. Hmmm maybe that's why they announced it at WWDC?
Bold & Bright Typography Inspiration
Toby Triumph is an artist from England who spends his time between New York and London creating bold tongue-in-cheek artworks that incorporate characters, typography and playful phrases.
Such a simple style, but the cohesive vision and execution makes it work so well.
Succession themed tarot cards
Depicting the flawed, complex characters of the hit show, the Barcelona-based illustrator’s inspired project is quite brilliant. WARNING: Series four spoilers below!
The idea is great, and the illustration style is wonderful. I love it when people use their design and passion to create unique ideas like this.
Great example of modern simple branding/illustration
The renewed brand identity and editorial serves as a visual manifestation of Grenier's continued dedication to the industry
So many people try to tackle this style and get it very wrong. It feels like it aims for a "young" aesthetic, but it still is sophisticated in execution.