Yes I'm a Designer Podcast
We are teaching creative tools and techniques and provide inspiration to anyone interested in graphic design and illustration!
- Update frequency
- every 31 days
- Average duration
- 22 minutes
- Episodes
- 13
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2021
#13 Design Theory - How to Use Contrast in Your Designs
Do you know what makes the story of King Kong so effective and popular? Yes, it is the giant, raging ape, but actually, what really makes it captivating is the contrast between the monstrous gorilla …
#12 Design Theory - Choosing the Right Colors for Your Work
What is your favorite color? Being a designer or illustrator, is that something you find difficult to answer? Choosing colors for your artwork has to rely on much more than just personal preferences.
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#11 Logo Design Process
Designing a Logo can be great fun, especially when you have an effective workflow for turning your sketches and ideas into polished vector designs. In this episode I will walk you through all the imp…
#10 How to Become an Editorial Designer?
Do you love reading magazines? Do you have a keen eye for details? If you would answer yes to both of these questions, you might want to consider becoming an editorial designer.
In this episode, we wi…
#09 Finding Your Illustration Style
In this episode I will talk about George Tonks, a young and talented illustrator and how he found his unique illustration style.
Most established artists have a unique style that fans admire and can b…
#08 Composition and Typography (Skills for Designers E04)
Having an eye for design is a phrase often used to differentiate people who are creative. But is that a talent or a skill that anyone can improve and learn to use?
In this episode we talk about compos…
#07 Drawing and Colour (Skills for Designers E03)
Do you have to be good at drawing to be a graphic designer? Is it a crucial skill or can someone who is only capable of drawing stick figures become a successful designer?
In this episode we discuss w…
#06 Communication (Skills for Designers E02)
Communication skills are crucial for most professions including graphic design. Just think about how much effort and time you can save if you understand what your client needs and clarify what you ca…
#05 Organisation (Skills for Designers E01)
What makes someone a creative professional? It’s the set of skills and experience needed to do exceptional creative work. But what are the actual skills you need to have as a graphic designer or as a…
#04 Working remotely - is it a blessing or a curse?
Working remotely sounds like a dream. No time and money wasted on commuting and the luxury of working from the comfort of your home. Is it really that great and would it work for everyone?
In this epi…
#03 Crowdsourcing Design Contests
Are crowdsourcing design contests good or bad for the creative industry and are they recommended for designers to earn money and improve their skills?
In this episode Martin and Shumi Perhiniak will b…
#02 What makes you talented?
What makes someone talented? Is talent a privilege by birth or a skill achieved by working and studying extremely hard?
In this episode you will why we think teaching is the best way of learning, wha…
#01 University vs Online Learning
In this episode we will be discussing what it’s like to be a student at university and how it could compare to a self paced online learning experience.
Martin Perhiniak, graphic designer and instructo…