tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2382072857716460452024-02-20T15:54:03.393-08:00JeremiahGoodDesignJeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-91693118348973866212014-12-03T09:33:00.000-08:002014-12-03T09:33:11.121-08:00It's Superman!Today I was going over my archived posts and drafts to see what I've posted and what didn't make the cut. These 3 sentences were held back for more content to add to them, but in contemplating what I was thinking at the time I composed this original post, I think the questions were just questions I had in relation to being a kid.<br />
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Many of us have had the experience of hearing "<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jowPKtQ24sk" target="_blank">kids say the darndest things</a>." I'm reminded of a recent situation. My wife and I traveled to Ohio (from Baltimore, MD) this past Thanksgiving and on the ride home I wore my Superman shirt. The weather was quite warm for late November, so I didn't have a jacket on. We stopped at a rest area on the PA Turnpike and went in to use the restrooms. As I was drying my hands and walking out, a man entered holding the hands of his 2 boys.<br />
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The boy closest to me looked up at me and saw my shirt. He loudly proclaimed, "It's Superman!"<br />
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I felt encouraged and appreciated the little boy's perspective. He didn't know me, but he knew the symbol on my shirt and that was enough for him to believe.<br />
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Sometimes I think what we know as an adult holds us back from genuine belief—belief in others, belief in ourselves, belief in God. We don't trust because we've been hurt. We don't express because we expect the worst. We don't like being vulnerable. We don't know how much we're missing out.<br />
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What if we found a way to be a kid again (I'm not suggesting immature behavior)? What if we believed on the merit of what is presented to us instead of what happened to our brother's-wife's-cousin's-sister? Where's the challenge—the invitation to grow and learn—if there isn't risk involved?<br />
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Do kids get everything right? No, but their perspective is valuable. So, what would you do:<br />
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<i><b>If there was something to say…would you say it?</b></i><br />
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<i><b>If there was a song to sing…would you sing it?</b></i><br />
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<i><b>If there was a book to be written…would you write it?</b></i>Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-46481458562121856542013-02-23T08:20:00.000-08:002013-02-23T08:20:01.975-08:002012 Was good...but 2013 is going to be better! My friend and co-worker, Genna, asked me the other day, "What's your favorite job?"<br />
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I pondered this for a while whilst I stretched the canvas photo around the wooden frame (that's my fulltime job, although I've always wanted to do graphic design fulltime...more about that later). I began to think about all those moments when I felt like a good human, a good man, a good person. Memories from years gone by flashed through my mind's eye and I saw many many great moments. They say hindsight is 20/20, and it's true! Every time I think about what I want to do or who I want to be, I think back to those moments when life was good. Yet I know that those moments weren't only good because of me—it's bigger than that. I give credit to God for those great moments. I'm not saying I'm a bad person without God, but I'm definitely worse off.<br />
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All those moments that I think about are good, because I see Him helping me to grow as a person, as a man, as a brother, a son, a friend, a husband. I'm not the same person I was 2 weeks or 2 years or even (especially) 20 years ago.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, "What's my favorite job?"</span> <br />
Genna had gone to do something else and when he returned about 30 minutes later, he asked me again.<br />
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My reply was simple, but complex. I told him that my favorite job was one where I help people. It's one where I feel better through the work I do. It could be designing a business card to help a business have better exposure. It could be helping the team setup the stage and sound equipment for Sunday morning worship. It's the job where I believe I'm helping to move God's Kingdom forward. What I mean by that is that I'm not just doing good to do good. There are a lot of good things out there in our world to do, and we can do them—but if I know my heart isn't in it, I'm really not giving it my best to help move anything forward. It would be like going through the motions.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A Better 2013</span><br />
I believe growth happens when we choose to let it happen. It happens naturally in our bodies everyday, but to really change in one's character, ideas and influences, one must choose to grow and to flow with the changes of that growth.<br />
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2013 is going to be better because it's building on my experiences from days, weeks, months and years ago. It's going to be better because I choose to let God have more influence in my decisions. If you're not a person who believes in God, then let me put it this way: I'm going to walk out my faith in a real, genuine way, trusting that the choices I make are going to be the best ones; that helping people make better decisions to improve their lives, businesses and families is my job; that sometimes it isn't about finding the perfect match, but making the best of what you have.<br />
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So, what's your 2013 going to look like?Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-66267631200210426272012-01-02T20:51:00.000-08:002012-01-02T20:54:49.963-08:00An Honest List<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i><b>2012 is here!</b></i> <br />
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We are super excited at the prospect of freshness that comes with change, particularly in this case, a new year! The past 4 years have been exciting as JGD gained new clients, tried new gigs, explored new designs, convinced potential customers (probably scared a few away too!) and managed to relocate from Cincinnati to Baltimore. We expanded our playing field in 2010 with our Business <a href="http://facebook.com/jeremiahgooddesign">Page</a> on <a href="http://facebook.com/jeremiahgooddesign">Facebook</a>. We transformed the logo of <a href="http://pepperamundoandson.com/">Peppe Ramundo & Son</a>. We turned over some business cards and designed some fun event posters, CDs and DVDs for <a href="http://centralparkwaycog.org/">Central Parkway Church of God</a>. We increased in experience and applied new consulting techniques.<br />
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2012 presents us with new opportunities to work with clients in both Cincinnati and in Baltimore! With the ease of transferring files online we'll stay connected to you for effective and efficient econonomical services.<br />
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So, you're probably asking, "Where's the honest list?" Here it is.<br />
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<li>If someone asked me what love was I'd quote John 3:16.</li>
<li>When you call me, I smile as I answer to phone.</li>
<li>Each day that passes isn't wasted, but it cannot be recreated.</li>
<li>When Adobe© Illustrator crashes I get vexed.</li>
<li>I love to design cards, logos, posters, ads, tshirts, fliers, brochures, maps, and books.</li>
<li>Sometimes I would rather read a book like "<a href="http://youarewhatyouread.scholastic.com/adults/books/show/how-to-win-friends-and-influence-people-dale-carnegie">How to Win Friends and Influence People</a>" by Dale Carnegie.</li>
<li>My wife is my biggest fan. </li>
<li>We have 2 cats that inspire us—they at least entertain us!</li>
<li> My ambitions have grown but sometimes I don't like what I have to do to get to those ambitions!</li>
<li>As a graphic designer I still don't know everything I want to know about the design world, how it works, who does the best work, and what it takes to get there, but I'm learning.</li>
<li>Life is boring without challenges.</li>
<li>You can live on a budget and still have fun!</li>
<li> God puts people in our lives to help us see more of Him.</li>
<li>There are good ways of saying bad things, but sometimes that doesn't prevent the pain. </li>
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15. Save and Control/Command + S often.<br />
16. If life had Control/Command + Z we wouldn't know how to use it without abusing it!<br />
17. Being a graphic designer doesn't mean anything until you help a client improve his/her life.<br />
18. A dose of humility is far easier to deal with than a dose of hostility.<br />
19. Admitting I'm wrong isn't as easy as <a href="http://www.staples.com/Staples-Easy-Button/product_606396?cm_mmc=GoogleBase-_-Shopping-_-Furniture%3EDecorative_Accessories-_-606396-12438-CC">Staples</a> says. I would rather not push any more buttons.<br />
20. This list isn't complete without you; JGD strives hard to meet the deadlines, create original artwork and dazzle your eyes.Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-77981178518994555692011-10-25T20:05:00.000-07:002011-10-25T20:05:10.579-07:00Explore Art<div style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace;">
<i><span style="font-size: large;">"The static routine of the workplace can narrow our minds. Enlarge your creative scope through regular explorations of the vast territory known as The World of Art (both past and present). </span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Exploring art is a lifetime journey.</span></i></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "Courier New",Courier,monospace; font-size: large;">When you explore art, travel lightly: leave preconceptions and opinions behind. Explore galleries, museums, bookstores (new and used), libraries, artist's studios. Meet other designers and find out what they are doing now and what has influenced them in the past. Many cities host a gallery walk at least once a month. How about an art history class?"</span></i><br />
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This is an excerpt from <i>Creative Sparks</i>, written by <a href="http://www.jimkrausedesign.com/">Jim Krause</a>, and it offers one a chance to both return to a former schooling and embrace new inspiration.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">THOUGHTS…</span><br />
If, as a designer/artist/professional you find yourself too busy to explore the ever-expanding World of Art, then here are some steps I've come up with to let loose of those tight guidelines that box you in. In this case, embrace <a href="http://www.tacobell.com/">Taco Bell</a>'s mantra: Think outside the box.<br />
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<li>Eat more <a href="http://www.tacobell.com/">Taco Bell</a>. It may not be a 5 star restaurant, but you can choose another fast food (could be a chain) to fill up on as you step outside your normal routine of trying to eat healthy. </li>
<li>Make a board of all the small notes you write on a given day and post it on the bathroom door to remind you that when you're in the commode, deadlines, phone calls, photo edits and dreaded emails are on hold for at least 3 more minutes. Enjoy your peace.</li>
<li>Visit a 1950s-meets-2020s diner in the middle of Baltimore, MD. The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Lost-City-Diner/108012309240495">Lost City Diner</a> thrives on the futuristic space living as the servers parade around in WWII-inspired fashion. You'll love Saturn.</li>
<li>Sit down to a game of <a href="http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/1943/this-game-is-bonkers"><i>Bonkers</i></a> and let the board change with every roll of the dice!</li>
<li>Call someone you haven't talked to in 3 months and let them tell you what they've been doing! Listen intently and ask questions to let them know you're following along. And smile—they can hear it in your voice.</li>
<li>Turn off all electronic devices, take out a book and read through to the end. You'll increase your knowledge on the subject matter and invest in becoming a better person—and a better reader! 150 pages later you'll be a new person.</li>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">If you have more ideas, leave them in the comments below. Thanks!</span>Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-27465620013895597362011-09-29T20:21:00.000-07:002011-09-29T20:21:01.933-07:00The Early Bird Gets The Chicken<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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People were lined up out the door, the drive-thru line extended into the intersection, and the phone would not stop ringing—or so people thought. Today, September 29, 2011 was the final Thursday in September for Marylanders to get a free breakfast entree from Chick-fil-a by simply saying: "The early bird gets the chicken", before 10:30am. It was a 1 month promotion (Thursday mornings only) by the chicken restaurant chain who has come to be known by the cows holding signs with this phrase "<a href="http://www.google.com/imgres?q=chick-fil-a&hl=en&client=firefox-a&hs=t08&sa=X&rls=org.mozilla:en-US:official&biw=1173&bih=611&tbm=isch&prmd=imvns&tbnid=NeWyaf9VvmrHsM:&imgrefurl=http://parkerk393.hubpages.com/hub/The-Chick-Fil-A-Story&docid=RYweDiLzw4S79M&w=520&h=425&ei=8iaFTvDIHcT00gG-2q3sDw&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=500&vpy=171&dur=22484&hovh=203&hovw=248&tx=73&ty=226&page=1&tbnh=114&tbnw=139&start=0&ndsp=20&ved=1t:429,r:3,s:0">Eat Mor Chikin</a>." Other phrases associated with them are "I can take the heat" and "We didn't invent the chicken, just the chicken sandwich."<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>What I learned from this experience:</b></span><br />
When a restaurant decides to put a free entree on the table, asks the public to say a simple phrase which is usually advertised over the radio, and greets every customer with a smile, who wouldn't go for it? Who wouldn't get up a few minutes earlier to get a free breakfast? Who wouldn't stop at the Chick-fil-a they pass every day on their way to work? Who wouldn't try to be sneaky and go to multiple locations to get a couple entrees? To answer bluntly: everyone who was too lazy and scared to say that simple phrase. Chick-fil-a put out a promotion that only cost 2 minutes of your time (yes, they're usually that fast!). You walk in, you say to the cashier, "The early bird gets the chicken." As they smile, they say, "Ok. Will that be all?" You say, "I'd like a large peach milkshake and a large sweet tea." No, actually, you don't have to get anything else. I didn't even get my wallet out! When the woman who greeted me asked, "Will that be all?" I said, "Yes." She said, "Alright," turned and requested an "early bird" from the kitchen. I had my bag in 30 seconds. It was simple, efficient, and very fun—tasty too!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>How does this effect graphic design, marketing, and/or branding?</b></span><br />
Each day we're overloaded with over <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2007/01/15/business/media/15everywhere.html?pagewanted=all">5K images</a> asking for our attention, time and money. Each day we choose from these 5K where to spend our lives, our conquests, our resources. Whoever screams the loudest and clearest consistently usually attracts our ambitions, but whoever can do that and give away free stuff will always only get about 35%<span style="font-size: x-small;">*</span> of the intended audience to react. The other 65%<span style="font-size: x-small;">*</span> are too busy, too distracted, and too lazy to make it happen.<br />
When I first heard the announcement on the radio I was excited, since I missed out on the previous promotion for their spicy chicken sandwich (it was the same idea, only you had to say the phrase, "I can take the heat,"and you got a free spicy chicken sandwich). I totally forgot on September 15, but I was determined not to miss it on the 22nd. I got there on my way in to work, parked the car, went in, and said the phrase. I had also planned on getting a peach milkshake (so I did spend money), but I quickly recognized by the cordial service that I didn't have to buy anything if I didn't want to. So, I took it back to the office and gave it to my boss (he had been out for his brother's funeral and I wanted to cheer him up). When my other co-workers heard about the free entree, they were sad they missed it, but I told them there was 1 more day.<br />
Tuesday (27th), I made little signs and posted them up as reminders for everyone to get their free chicken today. Well, as I rolled in and began talking with everyone, they all missed it again! I had even texted several of them at 7am to remind them, and they still said they didn't have enough time, or forgot, or didn't like chicken!<br />
As a designer/advertiser, I sunk the ship because I'm the only one who benefited from my campaign to help them out! I was 1/12 of the crew and no one else saw this as enough of an opportunity to make something happen to "spice" up their day!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Was it worth it?</b></span><br />
Yes. It was worth the sandwich, the campaigning, the smile from the cashiers, the smile from my boss, and the fun of experimenting with the kindness of the chicken giant. I've always been a Chick-fil-a fan and will continue to help them promote good food and good advertising, down to the last waffle fry. <br />
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<span style="font-size: xx-small;">*percentages based solely on personal experience.</span>Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-26571924259860533172011-09-20T19:12:00.000-07:002011-09-20T19:12:43.952-07:00Baltimore Business<div class="mbl notesBlogText clearfix">
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JGD has moved to Baltimore! We still have connections in Cincinnati and would love to continue working with current and new clients in both Baltimore and Cincinnati <span style="font-size: x-small;">(and anywhere else!)</span><br />
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Each step to move JGD forward has been met with challenges: of finance, of transitions, of new ways of communication, of new technology, of new ideas, of new jobs, of new clients, of new regulations (we could keep going and list everything but why waste the time and blogspace!). But I assure you we are persevering and working to make it an exciting design agency where creativity thrives and brims over into our clients' ads, brochures, websites, graphics, social networks, etc....<br />
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To sum it up nicely, Jeremiah Good, our creative director says this:<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><span style="font-size: x-large;">"</span>Creativity wells up
within me. Creating exciting compositions and thinking outside the box
keep me inspired: to focus on the task at hand, to be ready to take on
the next challenge. As a freelance graphic designer I jump at the
opportunities to explore new concepts and projects that help people live
more adequately. I believe that making something exciting to look at is
just as important for the shirt in the store as it is for the canvas on
the wall or the photo in the album. Each detail is important, each
color chosen specifically, and each character kerned and tracked to
communicate that specific message.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>That's what I do.<span style="font-size: x-large;">"</span></i></span></div>
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And that's the way it's going to continue to be. If you have ideas, comments or questions, we're always open to them.<br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><i>Note: We're working on our website (see pic below) which will go live in the coming months. Stay connected on here and <a href="http://www.facebook.com/jeremiahgooddesign">Facebook</a></i></span><i><span style="font-size: small;"> for updates on what we're doing.</span></i><br />
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Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-53006094515343879602011-03-09T09:41:00.000-08:002011-03-09T09:48:16.079-08:00There's Evidence…For many years I've considered what it means to manage my own company, how to be an excellent familyman, and how to juggle all my other activities. But it just isn't as easy as I thought. There are many good things competing for my time! I love what I do, but there comes a time when I have to accept the challenge of balancing it out! The focus isn't changing on the creative side—that's my strong suit. The focus is going to change in my methods and time that I agree to dedicate to specific people, events and ideas along the way. But it's not my words that will display evidence…it's my actions.Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-8918291199768294222010-07-05T21:08:00.000-07:002010-07-05T21:31:34.076-07:00Update—It's been a while!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgOZYfVwPbBStLq1FtefUafIUsKti6XGtTtoze6UUjpo-WSXTvhqaIb9CFaYy3C5gYlNZWTkIW0J6sOeaixzEElOFzR0mchl4sz2yucb2YkfXKhQbWG1udkmy6Dc0sLIhHn99DozUGo9w/s1600/Picture+10.png"><img style="float: right; margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 186px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgOZYfVwPbBStLq1FtefUafIUsKti6XGtTtoze6UUjpo-WSXTvhqaIb9CFaYy3C5gYlNZWTkIW0J6sOeaixzEElOFzR0mchl4sz2yucb2YkfXKhQbWG1udkmy6Dc0sLIhHn99DozUGo9w/s200/Picture+10.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5490645192235875842" border="0" /></a><br /><span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">In the past several months since my last post (which was in January and so much has happened since then!!), I've been trying some new ideas, looking for exciting opportunities, and enjoying the path God is leading me on as a husband, brother, son, teacher, employee, and freelance designer. I also want to brag on my wife, who, in June, graduated from The University of Cincinnati DAAP's Masters of Architecture program!<br /><br /></span></span>Below is one of those opportunities. I applied for a job in northern Virginia as a visual information specialist, and it challenged me with some interesting questions. The 1st statement/question is below in<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> BOLD</span></span>, and my reply is below in<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"> <span style="font-style: italic;">ITALICS</span></span></span>. I'll be posting the other 4 statement/questions in the coming days. I don't claim to be an excellent writer, but saw this as an opportunity to explore a creative essay. Please read the statement/question and let me know if you think I answered it adequately or if I failed to entice you with a proper message.<span style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></span><br />Seeks out opportunities to increase knowledge sharing with others within the team or unit</span><br /><span style="font-style: italic;"><br />Each person is equipped with the tools of verbal and gestured communication. It is by these that we have the capacity to share the knowledge of and foster an environment in which these ideas and information can be shared openly. It has been my experience in both isolated and open conversations that an innate factor of humanity is to share something enlightening and loving.</span><span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br />Many times I find myself intrigued by the new idea that crosses my path or I hear about from others, hoping that this will be the next thing to push me into a better position in life. I cannot be satisfied with where I am and continue to learn, seeking out fresh content with relevant consequences, that I may grow from the experience and help guide others through similar circumstances. I have heard it put many ways, but the basic idea, that “when one stops learning, he stops living too,” sets a solid principle—one that should be followed with adamant focus. I also recognize that without the help of family and friends, and other external sources, I would not be who I am today. I value friendship and the company of another person, who I can share my experiences with, as well as listen and actively participate in their life experiences. I believe we are more vulnerable when we isolate ourselves, and our knowledge, setting up barriers to expression and freedom for the company we work for and ourselves. However, I believe there is an appropriate way of communication that must be addressed in the workplace, especially if it is classified and/or confidential information. Therefore, when working with a team or unit, I try my best to communicate effectively, efficiently and truthfully. I strive to make it enjoyable and exciting for those around me. This does not mean I just fool around, but it means that I take pride in being an encourager to my coworkers and peers. I recognize what can and cannot be said around certain people, and I also recognize the power of words. What we say and how we say it can have an immense impact on the receiver—whether it’s sharing knowledge about a new gadget or gossiping about a coworker. </span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br />As a freelance designer and art director, I have the privilege of communicating new insights that help develop others in their professional lives. Over the past year and a half I have successfully initiated the importance of using updated equipment for the purposes of ministry within the church. Prior to my coming on staff, each staff member had only basic equipment and software on their outdated PCs. I brought in my MacBook and iMac and showed them how to do some amazing things, like the ease of iMovie and GarageBand, along with the simplified navigation and convenient, user-friendly tech support. I worked on Macintosh computers all through elementary and high school, and college, so I had a wealth of knowledge from the IT side. A keen understanding of the keyboard shortcuts, coupled with the education I received in college in Visual Communication Design, and suddenly Adobe didn’t seem so hard to work with either. Thus began the transition over to Apple products, simply by demonstration that they had the better tools to work with. I’m not anti PC, but for the projects and ideas that needed addressed in the creative environment, the outdated PCs were too far behind and logically Apple made sense.</span> <span style="font-style: italic;"><br /><br />Another part of sharing the knowledge is capturing the moments of bliss for someone to look back on over the years. I’ve had the privilege many times to both photograph and film an event in a way that, once edited to perfection, will instill appreciation and honor for the persons involved for years to come. Sharing knowledge is vital in most forms, and to that end I do my best to preserve those special moments, so that they can inspire new waves of sharing in the future.</span>Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-91925998431662431002010-01-05T10:29:00.000-08:002010-01-05T11:06:11.136-08:00On The Way OutCDs and DVDs have been something of extraordinary significance <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG9KuTn6vjo8yjzZ92re8PK1nFyWRWH2Tu2mS-agL80PLzIBmKkht_y0H30bp7JXR7KAZUwim59FU9YTVWEXlo_EfOe-RiXryMPNwwV2j7IGc3vd4z5Jzjr1lJ5fCI0Neeka4VKZbo-IQ/s1600-h/67417-label-cd.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 148px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgG9KuTn6vjo8yjzZ92re8PK1nFyWRWH2Tu2mS-agL80PLzIBmKkht_y0H30bp7JXR7KAZUwim59FU9YTVWEXlo_EfOe-RiXryMPNwwV2j7IGc3vd4z5Jzjr1lJ5fCI0Neeka4VKZbo-IQ/s200/67417-label-cd.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423330075796060002" border="0" /></a>in the past decade. Cassette tapes and VHS tapes became almost totally obsolete. In fact, I read somewhere that, even if our parents and grandparents would hope, the latter two types of media really only have about 5-7 years of life to them before they start decaying. Maybe that's why when you tried to watch the video from your childhood you found that the tracking was bad and then, to your dismay, the VCR ate your tape. Or when listening to some oldies (but goodies) in your tape deck, all of a sudden it began making weird noises, like it was digesting your tape instead of reading it back to you.<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDmR_qObT5nHTJ0rKVilI0k2JOtM8LjSBySOIXqjP327wQsoFsCxDQMEA1A_ldvj7vl2mXbvSD-2a8r7H1PMaNYYiyK0KnMOt3rfvUR3rqXIrYzPEOvboJ10ZAfpnZAZ2PGl9gRxxtA2g/s1600-h/dvd_discs.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 181px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDmR_qObT5nHTJ0rKVilI0k2JOtM8LjSBySOIXqjP327wQsoFsCxDQMEA1A_ldvj7vl2mXbvSD-2a8r7H1PMaNYYiyK0KnMOt3rfvUR3rqXIrYzPEOvboJ10ZAfpnZAZ2PGl9gRxxtA2g/s200/dvd_discs.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423330196613825490" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Yes, Cassettes and VHS tapes are almost gone now and soon CDs and DVDs will join them. This, according to <a href="http://finance.yahoo.com/family-home/article/108504/10-things-not-to-buy-in-2010">Yahoo! Personal Finance.</a> The article is about what not to buy in 2010. I really think it's okay to buy most of these items, and they'll probably be available for another 5 years, but with software like <a href="http://www.apple.com/itunes/overview/">iTunes</a>, <a href="http://www.youtube.com/">YouTube</a>, and DVRs in your cable package, it just seems more efficient and economical to get something via the web.<br /><br />"The days of going to a video shop to rent a movie are at an end. In September, Blockbuster (<a href="http://finance.yahoo.com/q?s=BBI">BBI</a>) said it plans to close roughly 22% of its stores by the end of 2010; meanwhile, third-quarter revenue was down 21% from the year-ago period." And, "when was the last time you bought a CD or even walked into a record store? The past decade was one of the worst for the industry. In the beginning, there was Napster. Then came iTunes, which was introduced in 2001 and offered affordable pricing and easy accessibility. Face it, CDs aren't coming back.Record stores are feeling the pinch. Most Virgin Megastores in the U.S. have shut down following declines in sales and revenues. In 2004, Tower Records entered bankruptcy and by 2006 most locations had closed."<br /><br />There are many options for saving/exporting files. "External hard drives are one option, but an up-and-coming alternative might be simpler and save you another transition down the road. Online backup services, like <a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw4SbAxn8KwBUzDiRG9NF4RurEPbD0OSx3vU9he3ZGyTP878vUgxkdjf2aPgjfbNMgQo6hCZZdbAi4Sf5nFctumjEpj26zsGfaSbxhTLb-ZCmUd9wA7U7ARGslz-aUHaIOpM-6p5UjZ4M/s1600-h/external-hard-drive.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 0pt 10px 10px; float: right; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 183px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw4SbAxn8KwBUzDiRG9NF4RurEPbD0OSx3vU9he3ZGyTP878vUgxkdjf2aPgjfbNMgQo6hCZZdbAi4Sf5nFctumjEpj26zsGfaSbxhTLb-ZCmUd9wA7U7ARGslz-aUHaIOpM-6p5UjZ4M/s200/external-hard-drive.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5423330544200711394" border="0" /></a><a href="http://www.carbonite.com/">Carbonite.com</a> or <a href="http://mozy.com/">Mozy.com</a>, allow users to back up data over the Internet."<br /><br />As a designer, we must create a lot of files, and be able to store those files. My personal favorite is the external hard drive because it lets you open files and resave them with little to no effort or time. DVDs are a great backup to your ExHDs. But, you can only put 4GB on them and in this age, 4GB isn't much. However, in the event that something happens to your computer or ExHD, having DVD backup is a plus.<br /><br />Go ahead and read the article and keep in mind who it effects most (it won't be your grandparents). Technology is ever-changing and to keep up is trifling. Innovation is a must as we uncover new ideas and knowledge. Yet, we must persist and perform in order to sustain and live.Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-50491058448469679912009-12-31T05:20:00.000-08:002009-12-31T05:42:25.627-08:00Year's End: Now What?<span style="font-weight: bold;">I'd like to formally say that 2009 has been an exciting and blessed year for me. It had many highs:</span> Engagement to my wife on a mountain in Phoenix, AZ; Co-directed an new Easter production; Another nephew joined the family; Spent an unbelievable amount of time with my family; helped my church get through a variety of changes brought on with renovations of the Nexus Pavilion, Impact Center, and the main Sanctuary; Married Katherine Search on August 15th and honeymooned in Seiverville/Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg—which is also where I discovered that Longhorn Steakhouse is my favorite restaurant of all time; Filmed 10 weeks worth of announcements; Spent an even-more-unbelievable amount of time with my in-laws because they're awesome; Joined with UC Collegiate Ministry on their Greatest Ever Winter Retreat at a lodge in Gatlinburg; co-directed another Christmas contada. Yep. It's been a joy to do so much and to work with everyone on these endeavors. I'm proud to say that 2009 was a great, fulfilling year.<br /><br />Yesterday my wife and I celebrated our official 2 years of being together (I asked her out Dec 30th, 2007 @ 11p). She planned the evening: we went to see Sherlock Holmes (loved it!) and then went to Longhorn for a delicious dinner. As we were driving home, it occurred to me that I've spent a quarter of my life in Cincinnati. I was 18 when I came down here for college, and now I'm 24. 2010 will be the year I turn a quarter century old. Wow.<br /><br />Well, here's to 2009 and the great decade it came with. I heard a friend say that "Dubya ruled politics" for the 2000s, and I'm satisfied with that. It's been a good decade for me.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight: bold; font-style: italic;">So to you and yours, HAPPY NEW YEAR!</span>Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-54336934947017209252009-12-29T08:11:00.000-08:002009-12-29T08:38:36.857-08:00The Eerie Truth, But Good Wisdom<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBxRlsUUdxGADfdvrFAxzpJmG63zi7XhNj2fEj1hPwjwz3qylFYnSbQE0RRog2yhwtGltgft6rUqk-JDdnvDegtDeQloYe5rDJGmHhEarCf0cfXVlrBifD_HDfaZ34gce23rg0g865xTM/s1600-h/Picture+18.png"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 237px; height: 400px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBxRlsUUdxGADfdvrFAxzpJmG63zi7XhNj2fEj1hPwjwz3qylFYnSbQE0RRog2yhwtGltgft6rUqk-JDdnvDegtDeQloYe5rDJGmHhEarCf0cfXVlrBifD_HDfaZ34gce23rg0g865xTM/s400/Picture+18.png" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5420692978799863074" border="0" /></a><br />I ran across a posting from a designer friend on Facebook, that I quickly found funny and true in the same moment. This particular post was from another website, and it commented on how horribly difficult it is to get friends and family—the ones generally asking for favors, all the time—to cough up some change to pay you for your services. But, as the posting also illustrates, it's a reality that Graphic Designers must endure, until we hit the big time. This <a href="http://www.core77.com/blog/cartoons/core-toon_graphic_design_favors_15532.asp">website</a> actually has a variety of humorous satirical work, along with some exciting resources for design gurus and geeks.<br /><br />So aside from being enthralled with the reality that "fully 92% of your time will be spent on unpaid favors", what happens when you actually get paid for some of those favors? Well, I guess you're now above average, as long as you can keep it up. Yet as we all know, Freelancing is a roller coaster. A big client here, small client there, no client for a month, then they all come running to you for 2 weeks.<br /><br />I wonder: in the hours we spend educating ourselves, but then the client pushes us to learn more, to fulfill their ideas: Is this ever a bad thing?<br /><br />No. It's actually a good thing. I believe that the client isn't always right, but also that the demands of the client should be heard and addressed when designing. They are important (for more than just the pay) and you as the designer need to always respect them. Part of that respect is also knowing when to speak up, and add in your sentiments (from past experience), and it's also a good idea to make sure you understand their objective, so ask them to clarify. The best way that a client can be sure you're clear about what they want is when you repeat it back to them after you've written it in your notes, and then you also send it in an email after the meeting, so that everyone is "in the same boat" (on the same level). Only then can you assure them and be sure of yourself that you know what needs to be done before the next meeting, and what the end may look like.<br /><br />Knowing that most of your work will be unpaid may seem hard to take in, but if you love what you do, and you can convince your clients that you are better than average, act on it, do the work, and know that you've done a good thing. You'll always have someone who can't afford to pay you your proper fee, but sometimes, doing the pro-bono stuff is more satisfying.Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-22318809477878898892009-12-07T13:28:00.000-08:002009-12-11T13:19:35.102-08:00Hmmm. Let's think.Innovation. What's in it for Print/Graphic Designers today? What's in it for Consumers? It's a new way of experiencing a culture coming out of recession, into better financial positions. Entrepreneurs, artists, and designers are all working creatively to meet the increasing demands of a young, cyber-conscious, media-conscious society.<br /><br />In a society where young & hip is where the money jingles, is it also any wonder that the design profession is quickly advancing and finding itself in the midst of so many toys to solve so many different problems? Adobe has posted a really cool link to show just what design professionals can offer in this eclectic society: http://studenteditions.adobe.com/?sdid=EVRQN#<br />Once you're there, it'll take a little bit of time to load, but move around in the virtual environment and find the JOB FEED and take a look. As of this posting, there are currently 30,198 jobs available that require some form of Adobe software knowledge. What's more is that Adobe is one of those "toys" I mentioned earlier. You can't really be an effective designer in this society and not have any knowledge of the main 3 programs Adobe has created: Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign. We have the unlimited ability to work creatively and efficiently with the world of computer technology.Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-59392149769123824862009-11-26T09:42:00.000-08:002009-11-26T09:59:04.445-08:00ThankfulThankful hearts are cheerful hearts.<br /><br />On this Thanksgiving Day, 2009, I want to share my list of 10 things I'm thankful for:<br />1) to God for another day of life and celebration<br />2) for my beautiful wife and being able to spend our first Thanksgiving together<br />3) for my close-knit family and parents that have endured through time (and 6 kids), and whose marriage is inspiration to many<br />4) for my in-laws who put up with my silliness<br />5-6) for an exciting job, designing for my clients<br />7) for a home to live in<br />8) for all my friends in Cincinnati, Continental, and all over the world<br />9) for our freedom to worship freely in this great country<br />10) for my education from Continental schools and the Art Academy of Cincinnati<br /><br />I could keep listing, but I'm getting a strong wift of the stuffing and turkey.<br /><br />Be thankful for what you have and you'll be able to enjoy life better. A thankful heart IS a cheerful heart.Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-20810516078241904502009-11-16T18:35:00.000-08:002009-11-16T19:06:27.200-08:00Going RevolutionaryAs a designer, we typically think of ways to promote, rebrand, enhance, or engineer an image, person, company, or event, so that the perceived audience can have a better understanding of what it is, and/or how to use it (get involved in it). Many times it presents puzzling circumstances, coupled with risky situations. Yet, our creativity isn't silenced, and our ability to think outside of the box, triumph once again.<br /><br />So, why, as seems to be the case quite often, is it such a hard thing to get someone to notice that we can help them out? As a Visual Communication Design graduate of the Art Academy of Cincinnati, one might think that offers would be knocking on the door. One could imagine the possibilities are greater with a bachelor's degree, attached the the prestigious Academy. But, then again, it's not the only school with a great design program.<br /><br />What I've come to realize is that there are many like me who offer their services as a freelance designer to companies, shops, and agencies, trying to do what they know best. And in this economy, who can blame them? People are getting creative—they have to in order to survive.<br /><br />I have always been a follower of Christ. Raised in the church, sang in the church, performed in the church, and worked in the church. What I've realized is that through volunteering and now working on staff at my church, there are just as many avenues inside the "church" to use my VCD knowledge to help others, as there is outside the church. Yeah, the competition may have some better benefits outside the church, but inside, you're working with family.<br /><br />The difference between designing for a church and designing within a church is simply this: you must go beyond trying to be relevant to 21st century America. <span style="font-weight: bold;">You have to be revolutionary</span>—to think beyond the four walls of a building, to see the masses of hurting people and help them find peace, hope, joy and love again. I posted this today on my Facebook status: <span style="font-style: italic;">We walk different roads, but they all lead to the same place: the feet of Christ. From there, it's judgement and eternity. </span><br /><br />Designing something just to make money is worthless if that's all life is about. It just get's thrown in the trash and left in a landfill for hundreds of years. Designing for Christ—that's where it is for me. Don't just be a revolutionary. Be revolutionary.<br />Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-238207285771646045.post-31413380731459725662009-11-13T19:51:00.000-08:002009-11-16T19:05:51.362-08:00Stepping Out and Going BigDesign is an ambiguous term that refers to the creation, development, and/or establishment of something, whether through print, web, environment, interactive, written, or thought. This is my working definition, compared with that of Dictionary.com:<br /><div> <div class="sep_top shd_hdr pb7"> <div class="KonaBody"> <div class="lunatext results_content"> <div class="luna-Ent"> <h2 class="me">de⋅sign</h2><div class="body"><div class="pbk"><span class="pg">–verb (used with object) </span><table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">1.</td> <td>to prepare the preliminary sketch or the plans for (a work to be executed), esp. to plan the form and structure of: <span class="ital-inline">to design a new bridge. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">2.</td> <td>to plan and fashion artistically or skillfully.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">3.</td> <td>to intend for a definite purpose: <span class="ital-inline">a scholarship designed for foreign students. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">4.</td> <td>to form or conceive in the mind; contrive; plan: <span class="ital-inline">The prisoner designed an intricate escape. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">5.</td> <td>to assign in thought or intention; purpose: <span class="ital-inline">He designed to be a doctor. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">6.</td> <td><span class="labset"><span class="ital-inline">Obsolete</span>. </span>to mark out, as by a sign; indicate.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <div class="pbk"><span class="pg">–verb (used without object) </span><table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">7.</td> <td>to make drawings, preliminary sketches, or plans.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">8.</td> <td>to plan and fashion the form and structure of an object, work of art, decorative scheme, etc.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> <div class="pbk"><span class="pg">–noun </span><table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">9.</td> <td>an outline, sketch, or plan, as of the form and structure of a work of art, an edifice, or a machine to be executed or constructed.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">10.</td> <td>organization or structure of formal elements in a work of art; composition.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">11.</td> <td>the combination of details or features of a picture, building, etc.; the pattern or motif of artistic work: <span class="ital-inline">the design on a bracelet. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">12.</td> <td>the art of designing: <span class="ital-inline">a school of design. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">13.</td> <td>a plan or project: <span class="ital-inline">a design for a new process. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">14.</td> <td>a plot or intrigue, esp. an underhand, deceitful, or treacherous one: <span class="ital-inline">His political rivals formulated a design to unseat him. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">15.</td> <td><span class="indefinitionword">designs, </span>a hostile or aggressive project or scheme having evil or selfish motives: <span class="ital-inline">He had designs on his partner's stock. </span></td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">16.</td> <td>intention; purpose; end.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> <table class="luna-Ent"> <tbody><tr> <td class="dnindex" width="35">17.</td> <td>adaptation of means to a preconceived end.</td> </tr> </tbody></table> </div> </div> <div class="tail"> <hr class="ety"> <div class="ety"> <b>Origin: </b><br /><span class="rom-inline">1350–1400; </span>ME <span class="ital-inline">designen</span> < class="ital-inline">dēsignāre to mark out.</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>Jeremiah Good Designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02026031810783755273noreply@blogger.com0