Resources

Being a graphic designer isn’t all about paper and ink, there’s so much more! I’ve collected some awesome resources for beginning and advanced designers. If you know a resource that is not listed, please comment so I can check it out!

Type/Typography
https://www.fontexplorerx.com
This is the type management software I use and I love it.

http://www.identifont.com
Font identification website that is #awesome, I have no idea what I would do without it

https://type-ed.com
Fun type education that will make you a better designer. Seriously.

Business
https://www.thefutur.com/blog/
Chris Do is a legend. Legendary. Epic.

https://www.thefutur.com/category/podcasts/
Content covers motivation, doing business, interviews, you name it.

http://robertoblake.com
Roberto Blake has a youtube channel with tons of helpful personal branding advice.

Design in General
http://designobserver.com
Writing on design + visual culture.

http://www.creativehoney.org
Podcast with thoughtful interviews of creatives in varied design disciplines.

https://www.davidairey.com/advice-for-design-students/
David’s blog is thoughtful, informative and beautiful.

Printing
www.printaccess.com
This website has a search tool that helps you find the right printer near you.

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