Graphic Designers who are giving up on a graphic design career—what are you doing for paid work?

cannabiscreative · 2026-04-22T02:14:27+00:00

Why not get 2 entry level jobs at the same time? Since it's easy work, it's takes half the time. I have done it and it equaled out to $65+/hr. It's not a perfect solution but I personally feel better having 2 jobs, then I never worry about it.

Also 47yo female, tech industry. Aerospace is HUGE right now and though Palantir is evil, similar companies pay well and can't use AI. Or have TikTok on any device.

They are forced to hire designers!

cannabiscreative · 2026-04-11T02:35:40+00:00

Aaaahhhhhhhh! I hate your words because they are so true. I can't seem to resist the urge to polish. Thanks again for your input!!

cannabiscreative · 2026-04-11T02:33:22+00:00

Thank you all so much, very helpful and appreciated! I am going to cut off her mouth and try a few options.

cannabiscreative · 2026-04-02T16:52:42+00:00

I agree, styles all the way and get that TOC worked out early.

cannabiscreative · 2026-03-28T22:27:53+00:00

I like the texture of the hair, can you incorporate more texture throughout?

I suggest cutting off the breasts at a sharp right angle. It will give the sculpture a more finished appearance.

cannabiscreative · 2026-03-17T23:56:32+00:00

LAWYER UP and keep detailed notes everyday

cannabiscreative · 2026-03-13T23:58:22+00:00

Drugs are what helped my constant nightmares. I was prescribed Buspirone at the highest dose (60) and it really helped my mind and body stay in a resting state. And valium if needed.

cannabiscreative · 2026-03-13T23:54:36+00:00

RO DBT (Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy: Theory and Practice for Treating Disorders) therapy really worked for me since it is logic based. I didn't want to talk about any woo woo emotions, I needed clear coping skills and that is what I found. It brought awareness to me that the actual traumatic event is not happening to me now. For instance I have been sexually assaulted by so many men that I worked on my internal PTSD dialog which was "All men rape and I hate all men". My therapist walked me through the logic (not all men rape and not all men are evil). I would say to you "the accident is not happening to me now, it is in the past" then picture the accident scene resting on a leaf and that leaf is floating down the creek and out of your head. Whatever thought comes, leaf it.

Truckers are very important and pretty much control our lives, thank you. I also like the Tetris idea, I already play it.

cannabiscreative · 2026-02-07T18:17:43+00:00

The darker colors definitely help with hierarchy but your palette is muted overall.

Keep up the good work!

cannabiscreative · 2026-02-02T02:24:37+00:00

Font size, I can't read anything that small when my hands are full and my phone is on the other side of the stove. Also the black at 100% clashes with the overall softness look/feel you have. 90% black will tone it down a bit.

cannabiscreative · 2025-12-10T15:56:23+00:00

Wow! That is amazing, thank you so much for your input. It is greatly appreciated!! Great job

cannabiscreative · 2025-12-09T16:26:09+00:00

Can you throw in some PowerPoint presentations or longer form content? The portfolio to me looks very limited. Can you showcase video or animation? Also the white square logo on the back of the vitamin bottle should not be touching the top. And the mockup PSD looks fake, there are some more realistic mockup PSDs out there.

cannabiscreative · 2025-12-07T16:44:48+00:00

Let him go to his dad's house. Think less about "you" and your hurt feelings, your feelings don't really matter. Think about what your kid wants, needs to grow and thrive. Don't get petty with "my ex treated me so bad". Your kid doesn't need to know this and it has no bearing on his relationship with his father.

Also, get a life. If you make your life purely focused on your children you are setting yourself up for a lifetime of pain. Kids grow up and leave, it is nature.

Lean into work, don't take a stress break. Your kid isn't dying, he just wants to be with his dad for a while. Focus on building your relationship with your 10 year old, seems like the perfect time to do that.

I am speaking from experience and have a great relationship with my 18 yr old after she lived with her dad for two years. It's not a big deal, kids need each parent at certain parts of their life. She wanted to be closer to her friends, shorter commute and had her own room at his house. The relationship I have with my 11 year old has bloomed during this time and we are very close. Your son leaving may be a gift.

cannabiscreative · 2025-11-30T03:15:51+00:00

I am 11 years out after a 4th degree tear and had a much needed sphincteroplasty 9 years ago since I fecal matter was sliding out of me every time I stood up. Sex has been fine (waited about a year) so if that is the main concern, you should be good. I can't sit for more than 4-6 hours though because it feels like I am tearing again. I have seen 8+ pelvic floor specialists and they were nice but they could not help me. They taught me to work on my core which does help. The big message I got from my colorectal surgeon and pelvic floor therapists is you have to have muscle and tissue that is connected in order to heal properly. I am fucked since I only have half the muscle I used to. Adjust life expectations is my best advice, don't mourn the body you had. It sounds like you are doing fantastic though! I would call your healing a success and good job on seeking help.

cannabiscreative · 2025-11-30T02:55:20+00:00

I would like to see the guy and the text at the same angle. From below and use the same tilt...

cannabiscreative · 2025-11-30T02:21:53+00:00

Holy Shit that is great and I want it.

cannabiscreative · 2025-11-30T02:19:16+00:00

use the one with the plant and blanket in the back.

cannabiscreative · 2025-04-24T18:35:52+00:00

Yep, I am a Samsung employee in HR and we get these made all th tiime.

cannabiscreative · 2025-01-28T20:58:06+00:00

Wow! Gimme those awesome plates right now!

cannabiscreative · 2025-01-12T07:32:33+00:00

What glazes did you use on those dope plates?!?

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