First Encounters With Art

First Encounters With Art

As a columnist with The Rickie Report, an online news source for artists in Palm Beach County and beyond, I respond to questions that pertain to visual communication, extending some of the basic information covered in my book, Graphic Design Exposed. This article is a...

Vector vs Raster

In order to have the best possible out come for their web and print communications it is helpful for my clients to understand the differences between vector and raster art. This understanding permits us to work together closely so that all of the images we use are...
Using the octothorpe in a logo design

Using the octothorpe in a logo design

When I began working with the octothorpe as a “finalist” for the Barthle Tax and Accounting logo design, my daughter suggested that I look into the fascinating history of the symbol. I “wiki’ed” it but she went one step further and sent...
Barthle Tax and Accounting new branding design

Barthle Tax and Accounting new branding design

I recently completed an interesting logo design and rebranding project for a client with whom I have been working since 2005. Over those 20 years, I had considered asking about making some improvements to the branding, because the logo had been difficult to work with...
All Stars on the Fringe

All Stars on the Fringe

I’ll be participating in Continuum West Palm Beach this week. The evening of January 21, a pair of Converse All Star high top sneakers that I “styled” with fringe will be auctioned off  to benefit Faith’s Place after school program. The...
Anatomy of a watercolor painting

Anatomy of a watercolor painting

As a regular columnist with The Rickie Report, an online news source for artists in Palm Beach County and beyond, I was asked me to share a behind-the-scenes look and step-by-step process that I use to create a watercolor painting. On a recent trip to the Finger Lakes...