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.

By 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.

By 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.

By 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.

By 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.

By Ian Clazie, Executive Creative Director  |  Dec 18, 2015
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