The blog of Ready State, a creative agency
Inclusive design is good for business
Diversity isn’t just about who is in the room, it’s about a design process.
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Steven Wong, Cofounder | Jun 24, 2021
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Behind Ryan Putnam’s branded illustrations (Q&A)
Thriving San Francisco-based designer-illustrator Ryan Putnam discusses how he balances analog—pens, pencils, brushes—with digital. He also explains why his favorite clients are in tech.
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Claire Hartinger | Jun 7, 2017
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Beyond the greeting card: A visual interview
Ready State Design Director Jodi Wing’s toolbox includes a CAT scanner and a 3D printer. We decided to go low-tech to showcase her most persistent tool: freehand drawing.
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Curt Hopkins, Managing Editor | Sep 1, 2016
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How to generate ideas like a creative team
You don’t have to be a creative genius to come up with good ideas. You can take these steps, one by one.
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Ian Clazie, Executive Creative Director | May 26, 2016
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The joys of designing for great content
When helping bring stories to life with editorial design and art direction, there’s a lot to get fired up about.
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Ian Clazie, Executive Creative Director | Dec 18, 2015
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