Designers from every industry have been anxiously awaiting the announcement of the 2020 Pantone color of the year. The chosen color sets the tone for fashion, furniture, paint colors, and so much more. The 2020 Pantone color of the year is…. Classic Blue 19-4052! Pantone stated, “A timeless and enduring blue hue, PANTONE 19-4052 Classic … Continue reading
Reach into the design grab bag to discover a few helpful tips! Design better forms UX Collective In this article by UX Collective, you’ll learn common mistakes designers make when creating forms and how to fix them. Learn the dos and don’ts for designing columns, label placement, check boxes, and more. Click here to read … Continue reading
Even though it’s summer, there are still events and opportunities for designers to learn more about their craft and to engage and network with other people in their field. Take advantage of this time to make new connections and learn new things for your next placement or project! AIGA Seattle Schmooze: July 2019 Thursday, July … Continue reading
With days getting longer and temperatures getting warmer, now is the perfect time for designers to switch their color palettes in preparation for the upcoming season. Spring is in full swing and summer is just around the corner. Twice-yearly, Pantone sets the tone for style with a brand new color scheme. According to Pantone, “The … Continue reading
You know that old saying, “It’s not what you know, but who you know”? Well, in the design world, it’s about both what you know AND who you know. Companies are hiring top-notch designers for their skills and expertise. But having professional contacts in the industry is just as important and can make all the … Continue reading
The days of employees staying with the same company from the beginning of their career through their retirement are over. At Allovus, we cannot stress enough the importance of being ready to jump into the next contract, full-time position or project. It is so unfortunate to watch a talented creative go into full-on panic mode … Continue reading
Want to learn a new design skill or brush up on the skills you have? There are so many places online to find classes and coursework to enhance your creative abilities. One such site is CreativeLive. They have a wide range of design classes ranging from photography to design to managing time and workflow. Here … Continue reading
You’ve just been summoned for an interview. Fantastic! But how do you differentiate yourself from the other candidates? What will make you shine over all the rest? According to Allovus recruiters Brian Jensen and Miranda Wilimczyk, there are ways to stand out from the crowd and make yourself a “gold-star” candidate. What makes a gold-star candidate? … Continue reading
Do you ever get into a creative rut? When that happens to a normally inventive person, it can feel like your feet are stuck in quick sand. Time slows down, and not even that looming deadline can get you unstuck. It happens to all of us. Here’s some expert advice on how to get back … Continue reading
The school year has ended, and design graduates are pouring out of colleges and universities everywhere, ready to compete for a coveted design job. What does it take to make yourself an outstanding candidate for a career in design? Allovus Creative Recruiter Miranda Wilimczyk was recently asked by Karen Gutowsky-Zimmerman, professor of the Visual Communications … Continue reading
Images by Karen Chappell Allovus offers many different types of creative roles for designers. One such role is visual design, which comprises roughly half of the design force working for our company. (Including UI and icon design.) Have you ever wondered what it’s like being a visual designer? We talked with Allovus Visual Designer Karen … Continue reading
When you’re first assigned a project–maybe it’s to create new branding, a website, or a suite of packaging–you need to establish a direction or a “mood” that guides you in developing a look. Mood boards are a great tool to help you set the tone of your project. Every time you design for that particular … Continue reading
Designers love to gain inspiration by viewing others’ work. We’re lucky to live in the Pacific Northwest, where there are lots of engaging arts events going on throughout the region. Take a look at this great list of events we found in both The Seattle Times and Events12. Akio Takamori: Portraits and Sleepers Earlier this … Continue reading
Daffodils are pushing through the warmth of the earth, stretching their sunny heads toward that yellow orb in the sky. Pacific Northwesterners are shedding their layers of fleece and heading out into the great outdoors. Spring has sprung–and so has the 2018 Pantone Spring color palette. The design world takes its cue from the current … Continue reading
Designers are producing some amazingly polished work—images that showcase the final result of a well-executed design. But what steps needed to happen before arriving to that beautiful finished product? Allovus Senior UX Designer and guest blogger Steve Godfrey talks about the importance of showcasing not just your final design, but also the design thinking that … Continue reading