Visual Culture

Archinect has published this interesting and comprehensive round up of recent architecture lecture posters from Fall 2008.

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Signs indicate that over the next two years, times will get pretty tough for designers. Richard Grefé has written this informative article that outlines valuable suggestions as to what designers can do during difficult times.

Some of us at Visual Culture come from a Swiss-inspired background, so when we saw this on Swissmiss we had to post it. The Grid System is a valuable resource for anyone interested in applying the grid to their work.

We stumbled upon this a couple of days ago and felt it was an appropriate site to pass along for anyone looking for design books new and old. We’ve included a book from the Editor’s Picks section, a visually stunning book by artist/illustrator Jon Burgerman.

Ridiculous Design Rules is a new blog that pokes fun at those stuffy and pretentious qualities that seem to characterize so many designers these days.

Yes…It’s a fact. We are big fans of Karim Rashid’s work. So naturally, we felt compelled to post this interview where he shares his thoughts on design, its accessability, and its future.

This insightful and well written blog, fully equipped with a “font acumen” game, is an ideal resource for the typography enthusiast.

Design Can Change is a resource, information and community site. The effort is headed up by smashLAB located in Vancouver.

Aquent is a leading talent agency for creative professionals. They have offices internationally and offer competitive salaries and benefits for the freelance lifestyle. Find an office near you.

Lynda.com is in their 18th year and counting. Lynda.com is a great educational resource for students, professionals, and educators. The format is virtual, via on-line or CD-ROM. The educational programs consist of a myriad of software programs graphic designers use for print and web applications.

The beauty of Lynda.com’s educational programs is that it is one on one (Lynda takes you through each lesson) and you can go at your own pace.