In a world of infographics
Infographics is a relatively new word. It’s used to describe visuals that combine data and images to illustrate a complicated idea. The intent is to make complex data easy to understand by turning it into a visual presentation. You’ll have noticed them in use everywhere, but most prevalently in data-heavy news shows and articles, research documents, […]
Focus on focal point
After many years of working as a professional designer and illustrator, I tend to focus on design all around me. When I notice a great design it’s usually because it has a strong focal point, and you can tell right away this designer knows what they’re doing. Whether it’s a minimalistic layout or a busy […]
The casual typographer
The vernacular long ago dictated “email” over e-mail and “internet” over Internet, and today the rules have finally caught up. High time, y’all.
Your face is Irish
Ever wonder where the beautifully styled Irish type faces came from? You see these fonts often used on signage for Irish pubs and shops, on throw pillows embroidered with charming Irish sayings, and on pretty much anything marketed as Irish or to those who romanticize the Irish. Lyrical and calligraphic, and reads instantly as nothing but Irish. […]
Ode to the Ampersand
The ampersand. The central graphic in the Andiamo Creative logo, it is a favorite mark for a typography geek like me. Originally formed by a ligature of the latin word ‘et’ which means ‘and’, it is a combination of the letters E and T. This can still be seen in some versions of the mark, depending on the font you are using:
Cool signage in Lincoln Park
I just love when people get creative. Last year, we worked extensively with Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce to develop a new brand identity, including tons of print work, HTML emails, infographics and maps and an extensive custom-designed directory website in WordPress. This branding design project was one of my favorites in a long time. I was inspired […]
Poster Design for Urban Heroes, Urban Wood
An influential and inspiring new art show called “Urban Heroes, Urban Wood” is opening in Milwaukee in alignment with Black History Month – I designed the poster.
Does my logo need to include LLC?
Andiamo works with many small businesses, organizations and start-ups, and we typically start out developing their branding. The question inevitably comes up as we begin logo work – does my logo need to include LLC? does my logo need to include Inc? Ltd? The answer is a resounding “NO.” Nothing makes you look more rink-dink than making a mistake like that.
One stop branding shop
Branding – everyone is talking about branding these days. Do we really know what it means? Branding is finding the perfect way to say what your business does, that speaks perfectly to your target audience, to garner the best result for you as the business owner.
When is it time to update my print materials?
Print profile: Reasons to update your print collateral New logo or updated brand: The first reason to update your printed collateral is if you’ve updated your logo. All of your collateral needs to reflect a consistent message, so if you’re thinking of updating your logo or your color palette, then it’s also time to update […]