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Freelance

Freelancing as a Graphic Designer: The Struggles of Saying No

If you're a graphic designer, you've probably thought about freelancing at some point in your career.

By Gary Percival Mar 20, 2022

Why Being Imperfect Is Actually Good For Your Creativity

Hey, If you're creative, you're probably a perfectionist. You want your work to be perfect and can spend hours on minor details. Say I told you that being imperfect could help your creativity. True! Accepting your flaws can help you unwind and enjoy the creative process.

By Gary Percival Mar 20, 2022
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Freelance

The benefits of having an online portfolio

As a graphic designer, illustrator, or student, it's important to have an online portfolio to showcase your work.

By Gary Percival Mar 13, 2022
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Freelance

9 Ways Instagram Improved My Ability to Find Freelance Work

I've been a freelance graphic designer for over ten years and Instagram has had the single most positive impact on my ability to attract freelance work.

By Gary Percival Mar 6, 2022

Are you a graphic designer looking to make a career out of your passion?

Hey, If that's the case, you're in luck! There are numerous things you can do right now to assist in making that happen. Here are six pointers to help you get started. 1. Volunteering or working at a design firm can help you gain professional experience.

By Gary Percival Mar 6, 2022
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Freelance

The power of collaboration in freelancing

As a freelancer, you know the importance of networking and building relationships with other professionals.

By Gary Percival Feb 27, 2022
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Marketing

9 ways to grow your social media following as a freelance graphic designer

Building and maintaining a social media following as a freelance graphic designer is critical to getting your work seen by potential clients.

By Gary Percival Feb 20, 2022

5 things I wish someone told me before starting freelance

Hey, Congratulations if you have made the decision to pursue freelance graphic design. It’s a fantastic way to support yourself while doing something you enjoy. But before you go, there are five things I wish someone had told me before I took the plunge. They may be able to

By Gary Percival Feb 20, 2022
Why did I decide to start a blog devoted to graphic design?

Writing

Why did I decide to start a blog devoted to graphic design?

At first, I was afraid to establish a graphic design blog.

By Gary Percival Feb 13, 2022
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Freelance

Eight tips for working with a freelance graphic designer

If you're a business owner, small business or entrepreneur, there's a good chance you'll need to hire a freelance graphic designer at some point.

By Gary Percival Feb 6, 2022

6 pointers for creating a freelance graphic designer portfolio that will stand out

Hey, As a freelance graphic designer, you are well aware that one of the most critical tools at your disposal is your portfolio. It is what prospective clients will use to determine whether or not to work with you, so make it stand out. Here are six tips for building

By Gary Percival Feb 6, 2022
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Freelance

How Can Freelance Graphic Designers Improve Business Relationships?

It's critical as a freelance graphic designer to cultivate positive business relationships with your clients. 

By Gary Percival Jan 30, 2022
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Freelance

10 marketing ideas for freelancers and small graphic design businesses

The most critical aspect of owning a graphic design business is being able to provide high-quality graphic design work.

By Gary Percival Jan 23, 2022

How to get your creative juices flowing

Hey, This week marked the fifth anniversary of my Another Poster account on Instagram, where I've posted hundreds of posters, mostly daily. I put up 30 of some of the most popular posters from the past five years as a way to commemorate the occasion. I got a

By Gary Percival Jan 23, 2022
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Design

How do I get better at designing?

This is a frequent question I get from people asking me about how they can improve their graphic design skills.

By Gary Percival Jan 16, 2022
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Freelance

What it's like to be a freelance graphic designer these days?

Freelancing is becoming increasingly popular in graphic design.

By Gary Percival Jan 9, 2022

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Welcome to 'Another Blog'—every Sunday, explore posts on freelance life, productivity, and design inspiration from my journey as a designer.

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