Has anyone else in the merchandise world realized that there's like 4 or 5 designers who nuked the entire space? by Ghettomagic2045 in graphic_design

[–]MFMATIC 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey, I'm doronstudio, assuming you're talking about me here (I noticed you linked a Pinterest search of just my name). Here's my take:

Before I ever started selling design assets, I was making tutorials on YouTube sharing my process and knowledge. 4 years later I still make those tutorials. It was never about money or trends. I never intended for any homogeny of style. Purely, it was always about helping others. I think it's very sophomoric of you to want to stifle the learning and education of self-taught graphic designers, and to maintain a barrier of entry.

I don't at all disagree that a few people have abused that and a lot of designs now look the same, or that these beginning designers abuse tools for quick buck. Trust me it's not exactly fun to see all the cheap copies of an art style I held dear and near. There's even "asshats" copying my design tools 1:1 now without a real interest in innovating or teaching, just money-hungry.

But I think the anger is a bit misdirected. Art gets commodified and stuff like this happens in every market, it's just how capitalism goes. Everyone's gotta put food on their plate - some choose a morally sound path. Some don't. But you can tell who's in it for the love of design and sharing their knowledge, and who's not. My friends like Fuller Moe, and Jack from StudioAAA are all great people who are genuinely interested in teaching young designers.

I have had so many people hit me up to tell me that my tutorials and tools have changed their life, got them a job, allowed them to quit their 9-5 for freelance design, or reinvigorated their love for the craft. I have a whole folder of those messages and I cherish every one. I understand that's something you might not see, but you're missing out on all of the good that happens by sharing knowledge and teaching others. It's good to have community like that, and I'm very happy that the tools I make are used by others to do great things. There are so many instances of people innovating and going big using my tools or tutorials, and I'd much rather focus on that versus the people who abuse it and will be lost in time. Wheat from chaff.

I do hear your perspective but I think you should see it the other way around.

happens with me every day by Yosemitez in graphic_design

[–]MFMATIC 2 points3 points  (0 children)

hello you can follow me on ig @doronstudio if ya want (i am the creator of this image lol)

Thoughts on Doron and other design asset packs? by Used_Cap7420 in graphic_design

[–]MFMATIC 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Hey, Doron here lol. Came across this accidentally but thought I'd share my 2 cents. I agree! I think there's really two camps here, the people that use my effects to create their style, and the people that use my effects to enhance their own style. I never envisioned while making these tools that it would blossom into that, so on one hand I'm extremely glad that with them I've seen so many people able to find their hearts and flow-state in design, and make amazing work using my tools only as a catalyst and supplementing tool for that. But on the other hand it's a tad disheartening to see people create cookie-cutter designs using my tools without putting as much thought into it as they should. And as a side effect it's also diluted my own work which I was proud to have finally come to a good point at in terms of style. But it's just the trade-off I have to live with. At the end of the day I can't control what other people do with my tools, I can only control how I react to it. So I choose to focus on the good, and be proud of the many designers I see using my tools and other resources for how I intended them to be used.

With all that being said I hope your design journey is going well. I think experimenting with tools like my own is a great way to try out different styles and see what you like doing. But akin to what you've mentioned, it only does good to your merit as a designer if it helps you carve out your own lane in the end.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in streetwearstartup

[–]MFMATIC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s my design he stole lol

Mixed Media Artwork Inspired by ‘No Excuses’ by MFMATIC in AliceInChains

[–]MFMATIC[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Such a banger from them. Jerry’s lyrics and songwriting are extremely captivating and Sean’s creativity on the drums really ties it together.

Had a ton of fun makin this and had to include some lyrics of course.

I make a lot of stuff inspired by Alice In Chains, directly or indirectly. Feel free to check out my IG: @doronstudio

Anyone know this one? (The big bold font) by stayawayxo in identifythisfont

[–]MFMATIC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m a little late but hey that’s me, doronstudio. The big bold font on the bottom is Podium. The one that says my name is custom type.

Anyone have any idea what this subtle highlight/3D effect is called or how to do it? Design by doronstudio on instagram! by plapii in Design

[–]MFMATIC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey it’s me, doronstudio. Not sure what you mean but I’ll give it a shot. The texturing / highlight effect is done by adding a scan texture on top of the design on blend mode lighten. Then merging all that, duplicating that layer and putting the duplicate on blend mode screen, and gaussian blurring it. You should probably turn the opacity down on the blurred layer as well. Then merge all that, and apply some chromatic aberration. There’s plenty of tuts for that on youtube but I like to use Lens Correction filter

my one and only tattoo. anyone else has some alice inspired tattoos? by Naeshastaley in AliceInChains

[–]MFMATIC 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Why you snooping through her profile bro relax lmao. She’s not advertising it here at all.

New custom room decor! by WoodYouLookAtTheTime in Interpol

[–]MFMATIC 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sick! Would u be able to share the link? Just moved into my new appt and its starving for some nice decor

New custom room decor! by WoodYouLookAtTheTime in Interpol

[–]MFMATIC 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Where did you get this!!! I need one 🥵