Moving from Graphic Design to User Experience (UX) DesignWhat is User Experience Design (UX Design) ?How does it differ from traditional graphic design?Why does it matter?How is it done?Find out this month as David Kelley takes us on an exploration of UX Design approaches. When:Wednesday, June 22, from 12-2 p.m. (Doors open at 11:30 a.m.)Where:EAFA... Continue Reading →
Graphic Artists Guild May 18 Workshop
The User in Google Analytics LandGeorgia BallWeb analytics are a window into the private world of website user behavior. At first glance it looks like a tangled wilderness. What do those numbers and percentages mean? Learn to read the language of web analytics and track users as they navigate your website.We'll cover:Basic termsHow information is... Continue Reading →
Highlights Whole Novel Workshop
You’ve written a novel, something that everyone seems to talk about doing but almost no one manages. But you . . . you have done it. What an accomplishment!Now what? Once your book lands on an editor’s desk, it has about three seconds to grab the editor and hold his or her attention. Three seconds.... Continue Reading →
Graphic Artists Guild March Workshop
Graphic Artists Guild March Workshop presents Thomas James of Escape from Illustration Island: Future Strategies for Creative Professionals As the world continues to change, illustrators, graphic designers, photographers and other artists are struggling to figure out how to survive as a creative professional. Join illustrator, author and creative consultant Thomas James for a discussion about... Continue Reading →
Ignite Kids’ Love of Science and Nature
Science and nature books and articles can have a profound influence on young minds. They can stimulate kids to make discoveries, to solve problems, and to become caring stewards of the planet. But before that can happen, kids need to make a deep connection with nature, and they need to understand that science is an... Continue Reading →
Highlights Foundation Whole Novel Workshop
If you’re a fan of children’s fantasy, then it’s likely that you’ve read and loved the work of two of fantasy’s best: Laura Ruby and Anne Ursu. Laura authored the standout books THE WALL AND THE WING and its sequel THE CHAOS KING. Anne penned the amazing middle grade novel, THE SHADOW THIEVES. Most of... Continue Reading →
Graphic Artists Guild Workshop
The Graphic Artists Guild Presents:How to Find Out Who You Are and How to Sell ItPresented by Ted LeonhardtBusiness Consultant and renowned Founder of The Leonhardt GroupTed Leonhardt will show you how to position your business to fit changing times and talents. Ted's specialty is helping creative people develop products and services that both fit... Continue Reading →
How to Write Like I Do
How to Write Like I DoNot like I do. Like they do.826 Seattle presents their 2011 Series of Adult Writing Workshops, starting in March with Keef Knight's "How to be a Working Cartoonist- or just look like one!" Guest speakers offer monthly workshops on all aspects of the writing craft, and the proceeds go to... Continue Reading →
Venue Correction for WLA Workshop on Copyright Lawsuits
If you're planning on attending the WLA Workshop on Copyright Laws (see the post here), there is a venue change. The workshop is tomorrow, Thursday January 13, from 12-1:30 p.m. at the Photographic Center NW (900 12th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122).
Sunday Morning Cartooning Class
Interested in working on a comic, manga or graphic novel, and not sure where to go to take your skills to the next level? Artist and Craftsman Supply is now offering a five-week ten hour Sunday morning course in all things ink.You'll take a short story through every stage of the process of creation- from... Continue Reading →