Ricky Irvine, graphic designer
For several years I have invested myself personally, academically, and professionally in graphic design. In 2004, after completing formal studies, I designed for Louisville Metro Parks. In 2005 I got my hands dirty in the print shop at Warner’s Printing Service, and in 2006 I’d found work alongside Bowin Tichenor at his Blue Bus Cafe designing for all sorts of people in print and web media. In 2007 I attended An Event Apart, and also began freelancing full-time. Freelancing continued through early 2010, perched in a second-floor office along Frankfort Avenue, and concluded with a new full-time internet endeavor with the American Printing House for the Blind.
Q: What does ‘dressed in value’ mean?
A: Read this and maybe this.
Q: What’s with the lion?
A: Read this.
Q: What qualifications do you have?
A: See this.
Q: Do you have your portfolio online?
A: See this.
Q: Do you have a philosophy of design?
A: I try to focus on good typography and overall clarity, tending toward simplicity and avoiding what is unnecessary.
Q: What’s your email address?
A: ricky@dressedinvalue.com
Specials
On presenting work
“Interactive” design
The why of art making
Web professionalism and inspiration
Advertising, value, and meaning
The pace of life and work
A commentary on blogs
What art is
Love of work
Reverence
Thoughts on analytics & comments
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