How the music industry has changed over the years
When new music was released people used to line up outside stores so they could buy a CD or record and finally listen to new music from their favorite artist. Or if they wanted to listen to a song, they had to have that record or CD and play it in full. Now, music is at our fingertips.
Preparing for the “real” world
As I write this blog post, I am nearing the end of my college career. I am going to be putting on my cap and gown, walking across the stage, and getting my diploma. I still can’t wrap my head around that soon I will be leaving the place I have called home for the past four years.
The Ultimate Guide to Branding a Musician
Branding is, “what you use to promote yourself as a musician by means of distinctive design. It is a way of visually expressing your creativity instead of sonically,” says John Dobie in his article Music Branding Strategies for the Modern Artist & Musician.
How Graphic Design Plays a Role in the Music Industry
When thinking about the music industry, I bet you don’t always think about graphic designers. You think of the singer, band, producer, manager, songwriter, etc. However, graphic designers play a larger role in the music industry than you may realize.
How music inspires me to create
As I write this blog post, I am listening to music. I have been listening to music since I got on my computer and began to work on this post. In fact, I listen to music whenever I am doing any work or assignment. Turning on Spotify is always my first step to get focused on the task at hand. In this blog post, I will be examining how music is a helpful asset in the creative process and allows the designer to focus.
How I (try to) balance school and life
As I enter my last semester as a college student, it’s time to look back at the past four years and what I have accomplished. When I reflect, I wonder… how did I have time to get it all done?