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Look Ahead with a Major Design Firm
News: Written by Terri Stone on February 8, 2010
The design firm Method is turning 10, and it's celebrating by looking ahead with a thoughtful series.
PrintersLounge celebrates End of Beta
News: Written on February 1, 2010
The PrintersLounge is a new, independent network that hopes to become the world's most comprehensive professional platform for the printing industry.
Want $5K for a Documentary Photo Project?
News: Written on February 1, 2010
The 2010 Photocrati Fund competition is now open. Deadline for application submissions is March 15, 2010.
“Paper Basics” Workshops Start Next Month
News: Written on January 29, 2010
PaperSpecs will begin a workshop series covering the basics of paper on February 25. Although the workshops are held online, attendees do receive special a binder with paper samples, handouts and ample room for notes; access to the archived version of the workshop; and answers to any questions not covered during the live workshop.
Photographers, Reinvent Yourself
News: Written on January 28, 2010
ASPP's “Reinvention Weekend” will be April 15-18, 2010, in Boston.
Free Social Media Marketing Guide for Photographers
News: Written on January 26, 2010
PhotoShelter's downloadable guide is intended help photographers effectively use social media to promote their work, build a following, increase website traffic, and sell more images.
Workamajig Improves Global Search and More
News: Written on January 25, 2010
Workamajig is Web-based ad agency software and project management groupware for design and creative firms. It released improvements to its Global Search, which is now out of beta. Additional functionality has been moved to the new Workamajig interface based on Adobe's Flex. Also included are enhancements for Apple's Safari 4.0.4, all in the recently released version 10.5.1.6.
2010 Digital Marketing Outlook
News: Written on January 21, 2010
The Society of Digital Agencies (SoDA) has released a marketing survey based on questions asked in the final quarter of 2009. View the full report online for free.
Quark Offers Printers Free QuarkXPress 8 & Priority Technical Support
News: Written on January 20, 2010
Adobe Service Network Members are invited to join the QuarkAlliance and Quark Promote programs at no cost.
New Online Marketing Help
News: Written on January 20, 2010
Aquent has launched a free Web site called internetonlinewebsite.com that teaches marketers and designers what and who they need to create Web sites.
Free for All: Something for Everyone
Features: Written by Pariah Burke on January 20, 2010
This installment of the column ranges from extras you can use every day (Photoshop brushes and paper textures) to the more esoteric (build word clouds from InDesign files, or turn a Web site into a desktop app). But as usual, everything is free!
Potential Help for Copyright Confusion
News: Written by Terri Stone on January 19, 2010
The Copyright Zone is a new blog created by a photographer and lawyer.http://thecopyrightzone.com/
Stop-Motion Animation for Book Lovers
News: Written by Terri Stone on January 18, 2010
The New Zealand Book Council desecrates a book, but the results are so memorably beautiful that the end justifies the means.
New Photographer’s Workflow iPhone App
News: Written on January 18, 2010
This $4.99 application aims to help you stay focused on what needs to be done for every photography job.
Why Market to Current and Past Clients?
Features: Written by Jeanna Pool on January 13, 2010
Save yourself time, money, and stress with these marketing tips.
Business Advice for Freelance Creative Pros
News: Written by Terri Stone on January 12, 2010
Are you struggling with scheduling, accounting, correspondence, client relations, or backups and updates? Here's help.
Photographers, Build Better Portfolios Online
News: Written on January 12, 2010
Zenfolio's new features include stylish and professional portfolio sites, design-your-own themes, and enhanced search engine optimization.
Manage a Wedding Photography Business on the Go
News: Written on January 7, 2010
SmartStudio is $29.99 software for managing your wedding photography business from an iPhone or iPod Touch.
Adobe Will Discontinue Partner Connection Print Service Provider Program
News: Written by Terri Stone on January 6, 2010
The program offered product, promotional, and technical benefits to printers.
Enter HOW's Promotion Design Awards
News: Written on January 3, 2010
Your work could be on the pages of HOW magazine! Winners also get a free trip to the 2011 HOW Design Conference. Mail your entries by March 5, 2010, to avoid late fees.