Favorite Places to Learn
My approach to education is 3-pronged:
Learning specific skills (e.g. “How to get better at script lettering”)
Absorbing a designer’s philosophy/approach (e.g. “I want to learn to think about projects/career/industry like Paul Rand”)
Learning general principles/concepts (e.g. “I want to understand color theory better”)
The list below is a mix of these.
I didn’t include much from #1, since it’s so specific, and usually starts with a Youtube search. For #2, you’ll need to discover your own “Creative Parents” that chart your course.
This is by no means an exhaustive list, but more of a jumping off point for you. Hope this helps you on your journey!
Podcasts
Brand New by Under Consideration (paid)
Video
The Chop Up with Lincoln Design Co.
Abstract (all seasons) on Netflix
Skillshare (inexpensive “premium” classes)
Complete Guide to Custom Lettering by Jon Contino (paid)
Books (audio or physical)
Positioning for Professionals by Tim Williams << absolute GAME changer if you’re trying to figure out your niche
The Creative Act: A Way of Being by Rick Rubin
Books (visual)
Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon
Pretty Much Everything by Aaron Draplin
