Allovus has a reputation for its high quality, experienced icon designers. And Mike LaJoie embodies both of those adjectives. He is the ultimate professional when it comes to icon design, managing icon teams and systems, and keeping his eye on the entire icon creation process. We sat down with Mike to learn more about his …
Since there won’t likely be Halloween parties or trick-or-treating this year, Halloween doesn’t seem like it’ll be much fun. But if you’re feeling the need for some creepy creative work, why not try some of these spooky Photoshop tutorials? Now you have the opportunity to make 2020 even scarier than it already is! Tentacle Queen …
When Allovus started 12 years ago, we were a tiny company of about 6 individuals. Our focus back then was icons. Even though we focus heavily on UX careers today, we are still a force to be reckoned with when it comes to icon design! The Allovus Studios team takes on projects big and small, …
Icons have been around a long, long time. From ancient petroglyphs and hieroglyphs to the modern tech world, icons have always held a place of importance in our lives. Why is that? Because symbols can break through language barriers and can convey information immediately without using up so much visual real estate. Allovus Studios Director … Continue reading
If there’s anyone who knows icons like the back of their hand, it’s David Hose. David has been designing and producing icons since 1997. His first job out of college was designing icons for Microsoft BackOffice. Since then, he’s been deeply immersed in all things icon and has played many different roles in their creation. … Continue reading
As much as we want to hold onto summer, autumn is fast approaching. Using trend-worthy colors in your designs can keep your clients’ products and apps looking fresh and current. Colors for websites, print, and UI design often follow the fashion industry, and what better organization to look to for ideas than Pantone? For this … Continue reading
The effects of racial injustice are ongoing in our society. It’s important for us to reflect on what each of us can do to help make things right. How can we be a good ally and actively fight racism? Listed below are some courses of action you can take to help. Places to Donate: Seattle … Continue reading
Need inspiration before you start a new UX project? It’s always a good idea to take a look at what other companies are doing and to keep up with current trends. In this video, CEO and Product Strategist Jonathan Courtney from AJ & Smart shares his 3 favorite free resources for UX inspiration. “These UX … Continue reading
Today is June 19th, 2020. It is a day of deep reflection on our nation’s history and a dark past shadowed in the oppression of black people. Juneteenth is also a day of celebration–a day to recognize the emancipation of slaves and honor those who built America. Allovus encourages you to take part in the … Continue reading
We’re still evolving. The next wave of the civil rights movement is now upon us. Though we’ve made progress, it is clear our nation has room for improvement and growth. Out of the ashes of the uprising, change must come. And to that end, here are some good things that have happened since the horrific … Continue reading
Have your summer vacation plans been dashed due to the global pandemic? Perhaps there is a way you can still take your paid time off (PTO) and enjoy a “staycation”! Here are some ideas that Allovus Principal + Founder Hayley Nichols came up with. Enjoy! Local hiking marathon Once parks and trails are open to … Continue reading
If you’re working or not, we’re all looking for something new to distract us from all the bad news floating around. Here are some fun tutorials to keep you busy! How To Play Ukulele – Beginner Lesson 1 – Easy Chords, Strumming And Songs Perfect Fade in 4 Minutes | How to Cut Men’s Hair … Continue reading
We are all living in an unknown world—working remotely or maybe not working at all. It’s a tough time for designers. It’s a tough time for everyone. That’s why we were pleased to see the revamped AIGA site offering resources to the design community. There’s so much information there—it’s too difficult to summarize the offerings. … Continue reading
Most of us are stuck at home, doing our part to keep down the spread of COVID-19. Now that we have a little more time on our hands, some of us have been working on artwork or home improvement projects we’ve been putting off. We asked our talented community to share what they’ve been up … Continue reading
There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes before a talented person is placed in a great job opportunity. Of course, everyone knows what fantastic advocates our recruiters are for our talent. And they are also trusted resources for our clients. But did you know that before our recruiters set up interviews with prospective … Continue reading
During this time of quarantine and social distancing, you’re likely working from home alongside your partner and your kids. Saying “It’s challenging” might be an understatement. The kids are going stir crazy, the dog is barking, and you just ran out of toilet paper. Take a deep breath. We can’t help you with the toilet … Continue reading
There’s a new guy at Allovus Studios, and we are thrilled he has joined us! If you’ve ever met Courtney Comfort, you know he’s always got a warm smile to share and an incredible arsenal of design skills to employ. Get to know him by reading our interview! Tell us about yourself! I’m a Seattle … Continue reading
With the recent outbreak of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the Seattle area, many large and small tech companies have asked employees to work from home. If that includes you, but you’re not accustomed to working from home, it can be a real challenge. Here are a few tips for a successful work-at-home day: Maintain regular hours … Continue reading