Instead of having a set post today I’m deciding to do a little rant. As many of you know, Dunlap Studios is not my full-time job. Though it sometimes seems like it is, I actually work an 8-5 away from it. My full-time is a large and small format printer with customers all over the nation, and at times all over the world. Sadly I’m not here to talk about my love for the job, or even the job itself for that matter. I want to talk about client/designer issues.

I want to focus on the “stupid” client. Don’t stop reading yet, this post is just as much for the customer as it is for the designer. This little rant is going to focus on the main issues that arise between the client and the designer, and most importantly how they can be avoided by using two key factors: communication and respect. (more…)

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As I stated in one of my past posts, it doesn’t look very good to be a logo designer without a logo. Finally after weeks of throwing around ideas I’ve finally came up with one that stuck. I’ve put a lot of time and effort into developing the Dunlap Studios brand, and I’ve tried to make sure that nothing is out of place. I needed a logo to represent me, my brand, my work and my style and I think that I succeeded.

First take a look at my new logo, and then I’ll explain the process. (more…)

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So, as most of you know, I’m in love with typography. It’s my single favorite aspect of design and even art in general. I’ve been playing around with hand written type a lot lately and decided to try and create my own. This is my first fonts, so be kind!

There are some issues with the tracking and kerning, but I don’t think it’s too bad for my first. I’ve got to start somewhere! Download it, try it out and tell me what you think. I’d really love some feedback! (more…)

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From time to time I get a client that wants awesome design, but doesn’t have the budget to pay for it. Dunlap Studios does a really great job of working around budget’s without dumbing down the quality of the design. I plan on doing a few posts on this subject, not only to show you how your money can stretch as a client but also to show designers a few tips on how to save time.

This specific project was a logo design for an indie start-up label, True Vision, in Washington. The funds were limited because the label was just getting started, but I was still able to create what True Vision was looking for.

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