The Brisbane Web Design group formed in November 2006, set up by Ben Maden from Matter Solutions and I’m happy to say I’ve been involved since the first meeting. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed meeting and chatting with other creatives within Brisbane’s community, and what a creative community it is! In my view Brisbane is one of Australia’s most creative cities – There’s a great mix … Read more »
Archive for August, 2007
A New Community: Brisbane Web Design
By Leon Poole on Aug 24, 2007
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Staying Motivated
By Leon Poole on Aug 22, 2007
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I can honestly say I’ve had my fare share of creative mind blocks. Although I’ve also had just as many creative moments – when you’re in the zone and the idea’s and focus is 100%. I came across an interesting article based on staying motivated and thought I’d help spread the word.
Retreat, but don’t surrenderNever give up on projects or problems. Put them aside for … Read more »
Helvetica the Film & 26 Letters a Second: The Moving Image of Typography
By Leon Poole on Aug 01, 2007
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“You’re going to see a film about a font??!” This was the reaction I received from friends and colleagues when I told them I was going to be attending the Australian premier of Helvetica, the first feature length film on a typeface ever made.
However there was more then just a film to be viewed. Special keynote speakers Gary Hustwit (New York based director of … Read more »