Well, it is another week…How eventful it has been since I logged on last week. We’ve elected a new president, we ‘ve had some severe storms, and we are in our midterm period. How is it that time has passed so quickly? Did I blink? Did I miss something? Perhaps not, but it feels that way.
I needed to take the time to chime in and say just how incredible an experience it has been to be a part of this blog. Thanks to this blog and the topics we have discussed, I am now a part of the bigger picture. I’ve heard from several designers who have chimed in on their ideas, added me to their facebook and group sites, and here I am…truly part of the Web 2.0 concept, part of a bigger community…sharing ideas and experiences. Some of the sites I’ve listed have become part of other site’s listings. So, here’s to those who have come to make a difference in my life: Thank you, you are all amazing artists and worthy of awe. I appreciate being given the opportunity to be a part of your lives.
One of the things I have learned from these wonderful folks is that you never cease to seek out inspiration and ways to expand your horizons, you’ve never learned everything you need to know about programs, colors, theories, fonts, layouts, design, whatever….no matter how many times you do it, 20 years down the road, you still learn something new and find inspiration in something or someone else.
Another thing I have learned from these folks is that no matter where you are in the world, you often run across the same problems with clients, assignments, employers, fellow designers, etc. You will share a horror story someday and someone will say “been there, done that, didn’t get a t-shirt”. And you will share in the agony, or the joy, or at least a good laugh. No matter how different, or amazing, or how far away some of these people are, you have a common love…design…no matter what form it takes, this is what will bond you through the years. Never let go.
So, while I will still yet have to post in regards to our actual topic, I needed to take a minute to share in these discoveries. I have no doubts that each of you will have your own stories, your own lessons learned, feel free to share. I’d be interested in hearing. In the meantime, design well and never quit dreaming.
