Reading Michael Bierut’s 79 short essays was an easy read. The essay that I enjoyed the most was the essay titled, ‘How To Become Famous’. Just from reading the title, I thought I would be reading about being ‘famous’ like a popstar or actor, but on the other hand he discusses “famous” in the world of graphic design. The advice that he offers seem common sense but offers great points a good designer should FOCUS on.
When someone enjoys what they do it, it never feels like work. Bierut states that in order to a great designer they ALWAYS WORKING and PRODUCING. Even when you are not getting paid you must always find ways to inspire your creative side. You should always strive to sharpen your saw and the only way to do that is doing work! In the mist of doing all this work, you should enter your BEST work into design competitions. How else will you get noticed if you do not put work out there? Bierut provides great advice on what works and how you should enter it. In particular, I never really thought about entering my projects on a ‘bigger’ scale. When laid out properly it will get the most and lasting impression from judges. Great advice for the aspiring rich and/or famous designer.