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Editor's Corner: Time to Unplug
Last week, I took a vacation. Not that unusual; I do it twice a year. Here's the crazy part: I had NO INTERNET ACCESS. That meant I couldn't enter content on CreativePro, couldn't instant message with authors, couldn't even read or send email. It was the first holiday for more than three years during which I didn't work, and it rocked. I couldn't believe the difference!
If you're taking time off this summer, give yourself the gift of really taking the time off. Yes, you may have to work harder before you leave and when you return, but it really is worth it to experience true relaxation.
QuarkXPress Tips: Graphically Speaking
Good design does not live by text alone. To master QuarkXPress, add Jay J. Nelson's image-oriented tricks to your workflow.
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Related Reading: CreativePro has a wealth of XPress info.
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Scanning Around With Gene: Les Merveilles Du Monde
For several decades, when European kids bought Nestle chocolate bars, they got an education along with the sugar fix. Nestle's "Wonders of the World" series featured some very unusual art and text.
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Related Reading: Browse our library of Gene's past articles.
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Why You Need a Different Kind of Scanner
No, not another scanner for artwork. David Blatner believes that an automatic document feeder can clean up your life -- or at least your office.
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Related Reading: But speaking of scanning artwork, check out these tips for getting the best results.
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Not Your Ordinary Design Competition
This entry in the 2008 Olympics symbol contest speaks in a language understood around the world. At the same time simple and complex, it's a prime example of good design.
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Related Reading: This article is an excerpt from the book Designing Design.
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Control and Creativity: A Match Made in Heaven
In Time Management for Creative People, Mark McGuinness explains how to maintain your creative focus under pressure and manage the information flooding in on us all. Download the entire 32-page book at the link below!
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Related Reading: Managing your own time is good. You may also need to manage other people's time.
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CreativePro Creative Diversion
No vacation in sight? Then bring this programmable, remote-controlled Wall-E robot to the office. Instant fun!
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Wacky Web Site of the Week
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