Addison Duvall

Addison is the author of Food Identities, a blog that explores the crossroads of food, design, and culture. She's written some things, designed other things, and eaten a whole lot of food.

Latest posts

Why Proper Brand Design Is Important

Some people think that traditional branding design is becoming irrelevant in the age of social networking, new media, and the “personal brand.” I …

Design Vs Art – The Difference And Why It Matters

Design versus art. What’s the difference, and how does it affect your career as a designer? We all know there is a difference, and those outside our…

Deciding What Works Best in Web Design Trends

Designers often criticize “superficial” design trends, believing they lack staying power or meaningful contributions to the industry. But are they…

5 Things You Can Do When Someone Steals Your Idea

Theft of ideas happens all the time in the creative industry. When you come up with something fresh and exciting that attracts attention, it’s inevi…

Dynamic Design: Don’t Get Arrested By The Style Police

Designers, put your hands up! Today, we’re busting the widely held myth of the style, that elusive ‘je ne sais quois’ that creative professional…

5 Things Your Brand Must Have Besides A Logo

Lots of people, many designers included, think a “brand” is just a nice looking logo. Wrong. So, so wrong, designers. A brand is about a lot more …

How To Best Manage Your Direct Report

Today, we’re going to have a little crash course in creative direction. After you’ve been designing for a while, you may find yourself in charge o…

Top Cities for Designers: Discover Your Best Work Destination

The allure of famous cities is undeniable. Just hearing names like Paris, Milan, London, Rio de Janeiro, and New York evokes vivid images and feelings…

How to Develop a Good Taste in Design

The famous radio monologue by Ira Glass on the New York City public radio show, “This American Life”, encourages young creatives to push through t…

Top 10 Design Influencers You Should Know

Ever wondered who sets the trends in the design world? Meet the tastemakers—individuals who wield significant influence over the design industry. Th…

Discover the Truth About Minimalism in Design

We’ve been told time and time again that simple design is better than complex design. Everyone from Seth Godin to Steve Jobs has expressed their fee…

Balancing Self-Promotion with Productivity as a Freelancer

Marketing is crucial for any freelancer’s career. Freelancing is a business, and without actively growing your business, you risk falling behind. Ye…