Today starts my experiment of converting to a left-handed designer. Why? To outsmart Carpal Tunnel Syndrome. Sooner or later we're all going to suffer from some aspect of muscle fatigue due to long days in front of a computer. Wrist, back and eye problems being the most common. Designers are at high risk of CTS due to repetitive hand movements.
In the spirit of proactively addressing this, I've been doing the obvious readjusting of chairs, desks and monitors. All of this has helped, but I still feel twinges that have me worried. So, now I'm going to try something drastic. Switching mouse hands or in the case of my desktop, switching Trackpad hands. I fully expect today to include: low production, frustration and some pretty clumsy PS work. But the end goal could be worth it. 

Working on brand development for UK Hip Hop artist Harry James, I developed this wordmark and animation ... with the music it makes more sense ;-)  But those wonderful notes are not to be released just yet! 

The illustrative work of David Crighton knows no bounds. Lately it's been finding a home on cushions. I've been working with a Toronto sublimation printer to create these lovely little additions to the product family. 

Harry James of Survivor Music, is a young singer songwriter who's making noise in the UK. Beautiful noise. His unique blend of Hip Hop mixed with a retro R&B vibe creates a smooth sexy sound that's very today, but for a minute you'll swear it's a beloved sixties hit ...the sound is fly!
I created his new brand guideline package that includes logos, PR Kit and style assets. The NA market is in for a nice surprise this fall. xoxo