Because of AIGA » Nashville http://becauseofaiga.com Feedback from AIGA Members across the USA Fri, 20 Jan 2012 13:19:54 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 A Leg to Stand On http://becauseofaiga.com/a-leg-to-stand-on/ http://becauseofaiga.com/a-leg-to-stand-on/#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:04:50 +0000 mydarndest http://becauseofaiga.com/?p=773 Continue reading →]]> 1
Being a professional designer comes with many client misconceptions. Being a member of AIGA has provided me with the tools and resources to defend and document the various issues that frequently come up. (i.e. release of master files, copyright laws, third party materials, spec work, etc). I feel that my clients take my stance on these issues more seriously when I can back them up with literature and are less likely to think I’m just trying to be difficult.

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One of my favorite ways to pass time is to peruse the design archives on AIGA and read the various articles to stay current on the trends and ever-changing role we play as designers.

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When I found myself moving back home to Nashville after college, I was worried that I’d get stuck with lame design projects and lame clients. Afterall, Nashville doesn’t have the best design reputation. I immediately got involved with AIGA, where I met enthusiastic and creative people. This group transformed my negative stereotype towards my design community. I learned that design plays a crucial role in every city. Our nerdy conversations about typography, brainstorming sessions, love for creativity, and hunger for design culture made me more excited to be where I am. Because of AIGA, I am a better designer.

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