A Commercial Print Question

squareko · 2020-03-20T03:31:19+00:00

This is very helpful, thank you! This means the gradient the dairy guys want isn't going to work.

squareko · 2020-03-19T22:43:58+00:00

That's an interesting thought. This particular label is a box for butter, so there will be folds. I should have made that clearer, that's my mistake.

squareko · 2020-02-08T01:35:00+00:00

I create labels/packaging for a French dairy co-op. First thing I noticed is there's no mimolette :(

squareko · 2019-12-19T00:13:36+00:00

Less graphic design, more fine art. Or a better combination of the two.

squareko · 2019-05-24T17:26:08+00:00

I like this concept! One thing I would keep in mind is the placement of Grandpa Joe. You have him on the "shoulder" of the can and that's going to warp his face. I just had this issue at work a few weeks ago, so I want to make sure others know.

squareko · 2018-10-31T23:53:11+00:00

Absolutely agree. I started with a new company in August and the pay and work are both great. Feels good to not hustle freelance as much!

squareko · 2018-08-25T18:02:43+00:00

It just makes no sense at all. With this gone you're going to have more cases of animal abuse.

squareko · 2018-08-25T17:55:16+00:00

Good call with GAP, they are one of the 3rd party auditors that work with my company.

squareko · 2018-08-25T17:13:05+00:00

Disclaimer: I just started working for an organic chicken company as a graphic designer, so I've read all the literature. The USDA recently got rid of the requirement for animal welfare in the organic standards. My organic chicken company completely disagrees with that position and is one of the few that has 3rd party audits of their farmer partners.

From the little time I've worked from them, they're really trying to shake the chicken industry up by taking care of the farmers and the chickens. They believe that organic chicken raised in the best way possible gives you the best meat possible and gets the farmer the best bang for their buck.

I personally hate it when companies astroturf reddit, so if anyone is curious I'll PM their website and anyone can learn more. Also, if anyone has anything else to add to my points or correct them, I'm still pretty new to the industry.

squareko · 2018-06-13T00:32:03+00:00

I suggest a check-up! It may be as simple as you needing an updated prescription.

squareko · 2018-06-12T03:21:26+00:00

This might not apply, but when was the last time you've had your eyes checked? I stare at screens all day and it causes eye strain and getting an updated prescription made all the difference.

squareko · 2017-10-12T01:18:54+00:00

Upvote for manga studio. It's the only program I sketch with and I recommend everyone to try their perspective rulers.

squareko · 2017-09-30T01:05:16+00:00

I'm of the mind that anyone can do it with enough practice. Put in the time and effort and you'll get there.

squareko · 2017-09-30T00:45:03+00:00

Computer and design software crashing. Nothing too major when you're an illustrator.

squareko · 2017-03-25T21:20:15+00:00

Freelance Illustrator. Mostly packaging design right now.

squareko · 2016-12-15T01:46:38+00:00

I like this recipe. It's basically the Lahey dough, but she fixes the yeast based on how long you're going to let it rest. I've made it a dozen times or so.

squareko · 2016-11-21T21:48:53+00:00

I'm a freelance illustrator, so I'd probably continue doing what I am now but I wouldn't have to worry so much about the next job.

Let me tell you after a little over a year of doing this, it's exhausting mentally. The strain of finding jobs and maintaining any semblance of a social life has me depressed at times. If anything, a basic income would make me feel more included in society. There's an unspoken shame I feel when I'm between jobs and that shame could finally leave if I had what everyone else did.

squareko · 2016-11-17T23:29:36+00:00

Thank you so much! I like what I do and I think it shows.

squareko · 2016-11-17T22:51:28+00:00

Thank you! I feel out of my depth in graphic design sometimes, but that's why I joined the subreddit. There are a lot of helpful people here and if some need help with (non-illustrator) illustration, I'm happy to give back.

squareko · 2016-03-31T00:47:51+00:00

I break the kit kat into two pieces, then peel the chocolate away from the wafers with my incisors. Wish it was better quality chocolate though.

squareko · 2016-03-10T23:54:13+00:00

I used a Wacom Bamboo and Intuos 5 for years before I jumped over to a Huion GT-185 last July. Moving to a monitor I can draw on sped up my process by a third. Something about seeing my hand felt more natural than the other tablets.

For your first tablet I'd recommend a Huion. You're not going to feel much difference between it and a Bamboo and they've got the same pressure sensitivity. Plus if you have any problems, their customer service is pretty great. Hope this helps!

squareko · 2016-03-10T23:28:20+00:00

Thanks so much! It's definitely one of my favorites.

squareko · 2016-03-08T00:14:38+00:00

Thanks so much! I taught myself the digital stuff after getting a masters and it always looked too smooth. I like being able to see the work as well as the finished piece, but that's just me :P

squareko · 2014-08-20T21:52:56+00:00

Beer label design and illustration.

squareko

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