Meet Your Match

Do you like games? Are you a designer or a fan of all things design? Here is an interesting way to test your ability to appreciate the subtle details of our field in a fun and engaging manner. This is a seemly simple color-matching game developed by Method of Action, a “peer to peer education for people who want to …

The UC Logo Public Backlash Killed

In early December 2012, the University of California system unveiled a new visual identity, complete with new logo. This has made a lot of people very angry and has been widely regarded as a bad move. The new logo, often depicted side by side with the older, more traditional seal, was soon erroneously thought to be its replacement. This notion …

Pantone’s 2013 Color of the Year: Emerald

Each year, I’m thrilled when Pantone announces their selection for Color of the Year. It’s fascinating to see how they project a color will permeate different industries and conventions to influence our lives throughout the coming year. Anyone recall Tangerine Tango from last year? For 2013, Pantone has chosen Emerald (Pantone 17-5641) as the tone of choice. While the color …