ration The Zone Data Platform powers back-office operations with seamless reporting and insights By www.kmworld.com Published On :: Thu, 31 Oct 2024 11:30:00 EST As a platform designed for back-office operations, the Zone Data Platform surfaces meaningful insights specific to the user's industry for better, more informed decision-making Full Article
ration TomTom utilizes Storyblok?s CMS to streamline content operations By www.kmworld.com Published On :: Fri, 26 Apr 2024 09:25:00 EST TomTom migrated to Storyblok within 3 months and decreased content development costs by 30%, according to the company Full Article
ration eGain AI Agent centers transparency, trust, and knowledge system integration By www.kmworld.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 10:30:00 EST eGain, the AI knowledge platform for service, is unveiling the eGain AI Agent, the latest product from eGain announced at its Solve 24 conference. Designed with engagement and clarity at its core, eGain AI Agent brings true knowledge system integration to the burgeoning world of agentic AI. Full Article
ration Exclaimer?s integration with HubSpot transforms email signatures into powerful marketing opportunities By www.kmworld.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 02:20:00 EST This integration centers on the strategic marketing opportunities associated with email signatures, enabling marketers to deliver personalized, data-driven communication that improves contact relationships and engagement Full Article
ration Calibration is sometimes sufficient for trusting predictions. What does this tell us when human experts use model predictions? By statmodeling.stat.columbia.edu Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 16:21:44 +0000 This is Jessica. I got through a long string of deadlines and invited talks and now I’m back to thinking about calibration and decision-making. In a previous post I was wondering about the relationship between calibration and Bayesian use of … Continue reading → Full Article Decision Analysis Miscellaneous Science Miscellaneous Statistics Statistical Computing
ration GAFAM Empire. An exploration of acquisitions by big tech companies By densitydesign.org Published On :: Thu, 30 Mar 2023 13:49:22 +0000 Since the mid-1970s, the world has witnessed the rise and... more Full Article
ration WCB Opens Registration for 2024 Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The New York State Workers’ Compensation Board opened registration for its 2024 conference, set for Oct. 18 in Albany. Clarissa Rodriguez The full-day program will feature a state-of-the-system report from WCB Chair… Full Article
ration WCS Opens Registration for Training Session By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 17 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Nevada Workers’ Compensation Section is holding a basic orientation training session online on Aug. 1. The free educational program covers the basic work comp regulatory processes and a review of… Full Article
ration Chamber, Self-Insurers' Association Open Registration for Work Comp Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 14 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Illinois Chamber of Commerce and Illinois Self Insurers’ Association opened registration for their Workers’ Compensation and Safety Conference scheduled for Oct. 9 in Lisle. The conference will feature a case law… Full Article
ration CCWC Opens Registration for 21st Annual Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The California Coalition on Workers’ Compensation opened registration for its 21st annual Conference, Legislative and Educational Forum. The three-day event will feature four general sessions and 15 breakout discussions about issues… Full Article
ration DWC Opens Registration for 32nd Annual Educational Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 24 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The California Division of Workers’ Compensation opened registration for its 32nd annual Educational Conference that will be held in March. The conference is the largest work comp training event in the… Full Article
ration CAAA Opens Registration for 2025 Winter Convention By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The California Applicants’ Attorneys Association opened registration for its annual winter convention, which will be held in Las Vegas Jan. 23-26. Panelists speaking during the conference will cover a variety of… Full Article
ration IAIABC Opens Registration for Work Comp Judicial Program By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The International Association of Industrial Accident Boards and Commissions opened registration for its 2024 Judicial Program being held Oct. 29-30. The program, presented by IAIABC with the National Association on Workers’… Full Article
ration WCRI Opens Registration for 2025 Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Workers Compensation Research Institute opened registration for its 2025 annual Issues and Research Conference being held March 6-7 in Phoenix. Ramona Tanabe WCRI said it will present findings from its… Full Article
ration WCC Opens Registration for 2024 Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 12 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission opened registration for its 2024 Education Conference and Exhibition in October. The conference provides instruction on rules, procedures, policies and forms used in the state’s comp system. Full Article
ration DLI Opens Registration for Mandatory QRC, Vendor Update By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 02 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry opened registration for a mandatory rehabilitation provider update webinar being held Sept. 13. The webinar will cover topics including a department update, legislative and rule… Full Article
ration Registration for Work Comp Summit Opens Monday By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 05 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry announced that it will open registration Monday for its one-day Workers’ Compensation Summit set for Oct. 29. Session topics will include a legislative update… Full Article
ration Nonsignatory Can't Compel Arbitration of Wrongful Death Claim By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 21 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A Texas appellate court ruled that a nonsignatory to an agreement could not compel arbitration of a family’s wrongful death claims despite its purported adoption of an occupational injury benefit… Full Article
ration Registration Opens for Comp Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation opened registration for its Workers’ Compensation Conference being held virtually in October. The conference will feature sessions covering topics that include artificial intelligence, average weekly… Full Article
ration Worker Can't Get Writ to Avoid Arbitration of Claim Against Nonsubscribing Employer By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 23 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0700 A Texas appellate court denied an injured worker's petition for mandamus relief of a trial judge’s order compelling him to arbitrate a negligence claim against his nonsubscribing employer. Adrian Murillo worked… Full Article
ration Insurance Administration Announces Increase in Penalties By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 13 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Maryland Insurance Administration announced that penalties for certain statutory violations will increase on Oct. 1. The maximum penalty the administration can impose on an unauthorized insurer or person engaging in the… Full Article
ration Adjuster Claims Handling, Settlement, Arbitration and Mediation By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Mon, 01 Feb 2016 10:23:45 -0800 Presented in Partnership with Adelson, Testan, Brundo, Novell & Jimenez. Discussion will include: - Judicial Litigation Tips (Death Benefits, Penalties, Sanctions, Other Remedies) - Ethics - Claims Handling - Subrogation - Settlements - Arbitration -… Full Article
ration SB 1160 Preparation for 2017 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 08 Nov 2016 08:46:07 -0800 Join us in Glendale as Suzanne Honor-Vangerov and Steve Cattolica present this vital SB 1160 Update, including 2017 specifics for practice and procedure. Full Article
ration Work Comp Matters - Free Weekly Podcast - Episode 29: Immigration & SB 1160 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Jul 2017 16:03:46 -0700 "Work Comp Matters" - the central location for all your workers' compensation, employment and labor law matters. Steve Appell hosts this weekly podcast from sunny southern California - presenting some… Full Article
ration Hearing and Lien Representative Preparation for 2018 By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 09 May 2017 10:56:06 -0700 The California non-attorney Hearing Representative and Lien Representative is required to know how to prepare for and litigate a workers' compensation case or lien claim before a WCAB Judge. This… Full Article
ration WCS Opens Registration for Training Webinars By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Nevada Workers’ Compensation Section opened registration for free online training classes that will be held in January. The WCS is holding a basic orientation session Jan. 8 that will cover… Full Article
ration WCAB Panel Says Orders Taking Matters off Calendar Are Not Final, Ineligible for Reconsideration By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 07 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0800 Orders taking a matter off calendar are not final orders for the purposes of seeking reconsideration, the California Workers' Compensation Appeals Board said in a what it designated as a… Full Article
ration Industrial Commission Opens Registration for Annual Conference By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The North Carolina Industrial Commission opened registration for its annual conference being held Sept. 30-Oct. 2 at the Raleigh Convention Center. The 29th annual North Carolina Workers’ Compensation Educational Conference will… Full Article
ration BWC Opens Registration for Annual Medical and Health Symposium By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Thu, 18 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation opened registration for its 2024 Medical & Health Symposium being held in November. The free virtual event will focus on how technology in medicine is… Full Article
ration Commission Sets Claims Administration Workshop By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Tue, 20 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0700 The South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Commission is holding a claims administration workshop on Oct. 4. The Claims Administration Made Easy workshop will examine third-party claims, the various filings that must be… Full Article
ration WCRI: TD Duration Remains Shorter Despite Recent Growth By ww3.workcompcentral.com Published On :: Wed, 29 May 2024 00:00:00 -0700 An increase in average temporary disability duration drove a nearly 10% increase in average indemnity benefits per claim in Wisconsin in 2022, according to a recent study from the Workers… Full Article
ration Former U.S. surgeons general urge Biden administration to act on menthol cigarettes By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Fri, 09 Feb 2024 16:42:52 GMT Full Article
ration Administration continues to delay ending sale of menthol cigarettes and all flavored cigars By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Mon, 01 Apr 2024 14:00:00 GMT WASHINGTON, D.C., April 1, 2024 — In December 2023, the White House announced a delay in the release of final rules to eliminate menthol as a characterizing flavor in cigarettes and all characterizing flavors (other than tobacco) in cigars. At the time,... Full Article
ration Collaboration between leading health organizations aims to improve health outcomes in communities of color By newsroom.heart.org Published On :: Wed, 27 Apr 2022 15:00:00 GMT DALLAS, April 27, 2022 – Bank of America, along with leading public health organizations – the American Heart Association, the American Diabetes Association, the American Cancer Society and the University of Michigan School of Public Health – have ... Full Article
ration Inspiration: Annual Report Designs By www.designworkplan.com Published On :: 2018-04-07T00:00:00Z An annual report is a document a company presents at Annual General Meeting for approval by its shareholders, or a charitable organization presents its trustees. 1. Featured showcase: IMC Annual Report For IMC, Fitzroy designed a unique annual report. IMC – a renowned derivative trading house with over 500 employees worldwide – is an active trader in almost every stock market in the world. They constantly have to deal with stock exhanges’ information and its ever changing highs and lows. In the annual report, this information is translated in a unique way by showing in 24 pages the 24 hours of a trading day. Which stock exhange opens and which one closes; what information is relevant. By using the green (increase) and red (decline) filters, the data of a hectic trading day are pushed to the background, so that only IMC’s active fields (the stock markets and the arrows) remain visible. A final detail: based on GMT the stock exchanges trading at night are displayed in blue, while the ones trading during the day are displayed in yellow. Visit Fitzroy popup: yes for more information. Out of the box designs The following design examples are great inspiration for out of the box thinking. 2. Agency: Kuhlmann Leavitt This impactful piece captures the reader with exquisite black and white photography and classic yet whimsical typography customized to each shot. - Visit the agency Kuhlmann Leavitt popup: yes for more information and photos3. Agency: Bruketa Zinic Well Done: a food company annual report that has to be cooked first. Croatian creative agency Bruketa & Zinić have designed an annual report for food company Podravka that has to be baked in an oven before it can be read. - Visit the design company Bruketa Zinic popup:yes - See this great full pictured article popup:yes about this exceptional annual report. 4. Agency: Migreyes Unique annual report that highlights Konami’s goal to target beyond Japan. - Visit the detailed information about Konami’s Annual Report at Migreyes popup:yes5. Feltron A unique layout and information presenting annual report from Feltron. - Take a look at the website for more photos and screenshots of Feltron’s Annual Report popup:yes Simply beautiful Annual Report Design Just beautiful annual report design with great color usage, typography and photo use. 6. British Council Annual Report Navig8 won in a bid against the British Council’s prestigious list of suppliers to design and print manage their annual report. - Visit the Navig8 popup:yes website for more information.7. Airtricity Annual Report Great design, creative view on getting numbers to look attractive. The photos and quotes included in this annual report are great designed. - Take a look at the agency website popup:yes for more information. 8. Catalyst Recruitment Our clients will no doubt have a clearer understanding of the diversity of our business and specialist areas and we would have no hesitation in recommending Lemonade to other customers due to their professional service, follow through and innovative creative design. - Visit the website Lemonade Agency popup:yes for more information about this fabulous annual report.9. Agency Methodologie Univar NV is one of the world’s leading independent distributors of industrial chemicals and providers of related specialty services, operating throughout North America and Europe. Designed by Methodologie, an award winning design agency with a creative view on annual reporting. - Visit the website Methodologie popup:yes for more information and their portfolio. 10. Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Annual Report This annual design is designed with many photos and good typography usage. This serious subject is presented in a great designed annual report. - Visit the website and download the completePDF annual report popup:yes.11. Stedelijk Museum Jaarverslag The design Agency Deel Drie designed the annual report for Het Stedelijk museum Amsterdam, with large black/white headlines combined with colorful photos this is great work. - Visit the website and download popup:yes the complete annual report for Het Stedelijk Musuem. 12. Geest Annual Report Designed by Navyblue, the Geest annual report has won the ProShare Award for Best Annual Report for Private Investors (FTSE 500) for an unprecedented five years in succession. - Visit the agency website popup:yes for more information13. Agency Hirshorn Zuckerman Design Group Legacy’s campaigns are designed to engage, and this report had to do the same. That strong cover statement—“The Story of the Year”—leads the reader into a variety of campaign voices and intimate portraits backed by strong colors. - Visit the website from Hirshorn Zuckerman Design Group popup:yes for more information. 14. Agency SamataMason For Strategic Hotels and Resorts SamataMason designed a wonderful paper sculptor and the typography. - Visit the website from SamataMason popup:yes for more information.15. Agency Sibley/Peteet Design Austin For Tropical Sportswear Sibley/Peteet Design Austin created a beautiful crafted annual report, titled “The Perfect Pair”, the front cover communicates the title on a hang tag on the back pocket of a pair of khakis. - See the website popup:yes for more information and examples. 16. BNP Paribas Annual Report BNP Paribas Assurance develops and markets savings, protection and property & casualty insurance products in 42 countries under two brands, those brand are financially reported in this nice designed annual report. - Visit the website BNP Paribas popup:yes for a full PDF version of the Annual Report 2006 and 2007.17. The Equality Authority An attractive and innovative document that reaches out and communicates very effectively with the very diverse audience we strive to serve. - Visit the website popup:yes for more information and a full PDF download. 18. Annual Report Transparency International 2006 Transparency International’s Annual Report 2006 showcases last year’s successes for the anti-corruption movement, as well as innovation in measurement tools, targeted advocacy work and sector-specific projects from TI chapters. - Visit the website Transparency popup:yes to download the full PDF version.19. Overall design tips for Annual Report Design A well-written and designed annual report is a must to reinforce a hard won reputation. Stakeholders need to be assured the organisation is not in the business of cutting corners or taking the easy way out - Visit the website popup:yes for more tips about annual reporting design. Worth mentioning _20. Delta Lloyd Jaarverslag, the complete annual report viewable as a website or to download from the website. _21. Unilever Jaarverslag, download the complete PDF version from the website. _22.Koninklijke Ahold Jaarverslag, download the complete PDF version from the Ahold website. _23.IBM Annual reporting, available from 1994 to 2007, download the complete PDF versions from the website. _24. IMF Annual report, available from 1996 to 2007, download the complete PDF versions from the website. _25. A complete huide for annual reports, visit the website AnnualReport.com for additional information. _26. StepInside, a design related website with top 100 company’s and annual reporting, see the website for additional information. Full Article
ration Creative Approaches to Technical Illustrations By webdesignernews.com Published On :: Mon, 11 Nov 2024 18:02:51 +0000 Thomas Bohm rethinks technical illustrations and data visualizations, sharing interesting and uncommon examples of how to present data and information. Bar graphs and pie charts are great, but there’s so much more to explore! Full Article Design Web Dev
ration 20+ Remarkable Dark Websites For Inspiration By sharebrain.info Published On :: Fri, 03 Aug 2012 03:17:00 +0000 Colors are always so fun and interesting. Present your website in a darker theme is not bad though. It could attract more traffics than what you thought. It could emphasize and focus readers on the right things.View and Vote Full Article Webdesign
ration 18 Beautiful and Creative Illustrations from Photograph By sharebrain.info Published On :: Fri, 03 Aug 2012 20:00:00 +0000 These days illustration from photograph is getting really popular which is mostly used in print media. Designer mix real life photography with illustration to show us combined reality and dream, drawing objects with effects over photograph.View and Vote Full Article Inspiration
ration Simple Trick to Build Trust in Your Creative Collaborations By chasejarvis.com Published On :: Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:00:33 +0000 In this episode, Stanford behavioral scientist Dr. Jamil Zaki unpacks the power of trust and the dangers of cynicism. We dive into how our beliefs shape our reality, with trust leading to incredible social and economic gains, while mistrust spirals into cynicism. Dr. Zaki shares insights on empathy, the post-pandemic rise in disconnection, and practical ways to break free from negativity, emphasizing the importance of real-life connections over media-driven cynicism. This conversation is packed with actionable advice on how to foster trust and spread optimism in our daily lives. Some highlights we explore: The ripple effects of trust and mistrust. Practical strategies to challenge and overcome cynicism. The role of media in shaping our perceptions and how to stay grounded. And more! Enjoy! FOLLOW DR. JAMIL ZAKI: instagram | twitter | website Listen to the Podcast Subscribe The post Simple Trick to Build Trust in Your Creative Collaborations first appeared on Chase Jarvis. The post Simple Trick to Build Trust in Your Creative Collaborations appeared first on Chase Jarvis. Full Article chasejarvisLIVE Podcast
ration All new: Truth & Beauty Operations By well-formed-data.net Published On :: Wed, 17 Sep 2014 14:39:14 +0000 After many months — building your own sites is hard! — I am finally able to launch truth-and-beauty.net, my new portfolio site! It replaces the old moritz.stefaner.eu, which now lives at archive.stefaner.eu, as I was not able to (and probably won’t) migrate all old contents over. A few notes on technology – I knew I […] Full Article Personal
ration How to review a migration decision in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) By visaaustralia.com.au Published On :: Tue, 30 Apr 2024 01:50:31 +0000 One of the questions we are asked regularly when a client has a visa refused is – What are my chances of success if I appeal? Statistics would seem to indicate that the Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) often takes an unreasonable approach to their decision making. In the AAT Migration and Refugee Division caseload report […] The post How to review a migration decision in the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) appeared first on Australian Visa Experts. Full Article News AAT Administrative Appeals Tribunal 1975 appeal a decision appeal period australian refused visa australian visa refual bridging visa Commonwealth Parliament Department of home affairs DOHA DoHA decision family visa Federal Court independent tribunal lodge an appeal nominated visa partner visa permanent business visa refused visa remitted application review migration decision skilled visa sponsored visa student cancellation student visa temporary work visa visa application visa refusal visa refused visitor visa
ration Important Changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Effective from 1 July 2024 By visaaustralia.com.au Published On :: Fri, 31 May 2024 17:00:06 +0000 The Australian government is making a significant update to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT), reflecting its ongoing commitment to maintaining fair wages and conditions for skilled migrants. From 1 July 2024, the TSMIT will increase from $70,000 to $73,150. This change is part of the broader initiatives announced during the Jobs and Skills […] The post Important Changes to the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Effective from 1 July 2024 appeared first on Australian Visa Experts. Full Article News business sponsorship Direct entry stream employer nomination scheme employer sponsored regional ENS labour market skilled migrant skilled migrants sponsorship obligation subclass 186 subclass 482 subclass 494 temporary skilled migration income threshold temporary skilled visa temporary skilled visa holders teporary skill shortage TSMIT
ration Illustration: Japan Earthquake 11-03-2011 By ndesign-studio.com Published On :: Mon, 18 Apr 2011 06:35:06 +0000 I’ve recently created new illustration, Japan Earthquake 11-03-2011, that was inspired by the recent disaster in Japan. With this illustration I’ve joined force with To Japan with Love, a group of artists who are aiming at raising funds for Japan earthquake relief efforts. My illustration will be showcased at the art show (May 4th, 2011 […] Full Article Blog Updates
ration Get My Illustration Prints on Society6 By ndesign-studio.com Published On :: Wed, 06 Jul 2011 19:22:28 +0000 I just uploaded four of my illustrations (Koi, Peacock, Abstract Pheonix, and Japan 11-03-11) on Society6, a print shop that sell art prints on behalf of the artists around the world. You can get illustrations printed on various meterials: sketched canvases, posters, T-shirts, hoodies, laptop and iPhone cases. Full Article Blog Updates
ration Cake Based on Phoenix Illustration By ndesign-studio.com Published On :: Fri, 01 Jun 2012 20:34:29 +0000 Check out this awesome cake made by Elena based on my Phoenix illustration. According to Elena, it took her about a week, 5 hours each day, to finish it. I’m amazed with the details and colors she input on the work. It depicts the features of the Chinese phoenix. The cake was for a local cake […] Full Article Blog Photos
ration New Illustration: Redesign The Web By ndesign-studio.com Published On :: Thu, 12 Jul 2012 22:08:55 +0000 Below is the latest illustration, Redesign the Web Poster, that I did for Smashing Magazine’s poster design contest: Redesign the Web, Redesign the World. The work is done with Adobe Illustrator and then touched up with Photoshop. Full Article Blog Updates
ration The Lost Generation, by Kevin Gilbert By www.tzplanet.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Aug 2014 21:18:14 +0000 880 billion images will be made this year, in the USA alone. How important is it to makes sure image loss is minimised not to have a Lost Generation? Full Article Photography in General Backups Kevin Gilbert Memories video
ration Adobe Illustrator 2025 Splash Screen Illustration: TRÜF’s “Weird Fishes” By abduzeedo.com Published On :: Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:33:42 +0000 Adobe Illustrator 2025 Splash Screen Illustration: TRÜF’s “Weird Fishes” abduzeedo1104—24 Discover how TRÜF’s “Weird Fishes” splash screen for Adobe Illustrator 2025 celebrates creativity with vibrant, minimalist illustration. The Adobe Illustrator 2025 splash screen opens with a statement: creativity meets minimalism. Designed by TRÜF Studio, the “Weird Fishes” artwork that greets users embodies Adobe’s tools while making an instant visual impact. This splash screen not only excites users about the app but also showcases Illustrator’s dynamic possibilities, creating a memorable start to the creative process. Here’s a look at the creative vision, tools, and collaboration behind this unique splash screen update. “Weird Fishes”: A Showcase of Creative Tools TRÜF’s “Weird Fishes” centers on playfully stylized fish, created using Adobe Illustrator’s updated typography and 3D tools, which highlight the 2025 release’s expanded capabilities. This splash screen is a celebration of how Illustrator can bring out unique textures, gradients, and typographic designs, making it feel like a blend of traditional and digital artistry. The design follows Adam G’s distinctive style—minimal yet quirky, with each element purposefully crafted to show off Adobe’s creative potential. The splash screen, as Adobe intended, isn’t just a loading screen. It’s a reminder of what Illustrator users can “Dream Up.” As Alex Fernald and Gleren Meneghin, Adobe’s staff designers, emphasized, the splash screens are not only entry points into the app but connections to Adobe’s creative community. They bring in commissioned art, linking Illustrator users to other creators while inviting exploration of the software’s capabilities. Balancing Art and Function in the Design This splash screen’s journey began the old-fashioned way—on paper. This initial sketching phase gave TRÜF the freedom to experiment with the composition, exploring the balance of shapes and lines. Once refined, the concept moved into Illustrator, where TRÜF fully explored the software’s features to enhance the digital version. In a brief, 90-second process video, TRÜF showcased their workflow from sketch to the finished splash screen, a rare peek into how minimalist, impactful design comes together. A User-Centric Approach to Illustration Adobe’s splash screens, including “Weird Fishes,” are a result of ongoing feedback from users. Through surveys sent to product teams, Adobe designers Alex and Gleren learned the nuances that users valued in the loading screen—like minimal launch delays and artist recognition. This feedback shaped the design, ensuring the new splash screens would spotlight the artist while maintaining the program’s efficiency. To make the splash screen visually immersive, Adobe made adjustments based on past feedback. The artwork was enlarged, and the artist’s name appears in a larger, bold typeface, creating a clearer hierarchy that celebrates both the art and artist. As the Adobe Spectrum design system evolved, so did the splash screens, aligning with modern standards while preserving Adobe’s commitment to showcasing diverse creative voices. Reflecting Adobe’s Evolution with Modern Minimalism Historically, Illustrator splash screens have evolved alongside the Adobe brand. From early versions in the 1980s, featuring iconic art references, to today’s community-focused pieces, these screens highlight a shift from static visuals to dynamic creative introductions. Adobe’s recent redesign, led by Fernald and Meneghin, reimagined this format to center both the artist and the Adobe brand, using clean type and colors while expanding the visual space for the artwork. This shift reaffirms Adobe’s mission to foster connections within its creative ecosystem. The splash screens across Adobe products are meant to offer a consistent brand experience, but each one also tells a unique story, showcasing the latest in illustration and design through collaboration with Studio team artists. Adobe’s team expanded the artwork’s size, adjusting its specs back to 2019 dimensions to create a more immersive user experience. The Adobe wordmark in red stands beside the product name in black, emphasizing the connection between Adobe and its creative community. The Legacy and Future of Adobe Splash Screens “What’s next?” is a question Adobe’s designers are always answering. With the 2025 Illustrator splash screen’s debut at Adobe MAX 2024, Adobe introduced the latest evolution in Creative Cloud. These splash screens remain essential touchpoints, showcasing new work, enhancing user experience, and connecting each user to Adobe’s creative network. TRÜF’s “Weird Fishes” invites Illustrator users to think beyond the ordinary. It’s a nod to the creative possibilities the software enables, a tribute to digital and analog techniques, and a reminder that every creative journey begins with opening Adobe Illustrator. This splash screen illustration is a subtle invitation for creatives to make the most of Illustrator’s tools and capabilities, setting the stage for inspired design from the moment they open the app. Illustration artifacts Pillow manufactured by Adobe. Photo courtesy of Adobe Full Article
ration Illustration for Impact: HART Curatorship Incubation Programme Visuals By abduzeedo.com Published On :: Fri, 08 Nov 2024 16:21:13 +0000 Illustration for Impact: HART Curatorship Incubation Programme Visuals abduzeedo1108—24 Discover Anthony Lam’s captivating illustration work for the HART Curatorship Incubation Programme 2024, blending art with purpose. HART Collective Limited’s 2024 Curatorship Incubation Programme comes alive through a series of vibrant visuals and social media collaterals designed by Anthony Lam. This illustration project, aimed at amplifying the HART initiative’s reach, seamlessly combines creativity and purpose. Let’s dive into the thought process, design elements, and impact of these compelling illustrations. Bringing Artful Storytelling to HART The HART Curatorship Incubation Programme is more than just an event; it’s a platform that nurtures emerging curators and fosters artistic engagement in Hong Kong. For this initiative, HART Haus collaborated with Anthony Lam to create visuals that encapsulate the spirit of innovation and community central to the programme. With a focus on vibrant, eye-catching design, Lam’s illustrations breathe life into the promotional material, making the programme’s message resonate visually. One of the striking features of this project is the careful choice of typography. The primary typeface used is Degular Display by James Edmondson from OH no Type Co. This choice lends a contemporary and approachable vibe to the design, complementing the modern and energetic illustrations. The type’s bold and clean lines create a sense of structure amidst the dynamic visuals. Lam’s illustrations use a playful yet sophisticated color palette, striking a balance between the avant-garde and the accessible. The design approach draws heavily from art movements that emphasize form and rhythm, mirroring the essence of a programme that curates art as an experience. Each piece incorporates abstract shapes and flowing patterns that evoke a sense of motion, representing the evolving journey of curatorship and the fluid nature of artistic collaboration. Illustration isn’t just about static visuals; it’s about telling a story that connects with an audience. For this project, Lam crafted designs meant to adapt seamlessly across multiple platforms, from print to digital media. The social media assets, in particular, utilize animations and interactive elements to capture the attention of a fast-scrolling audience. These designs ensure that the HART Curatorship Incubation Programme stands out in the crowded digital space. The use of illustration as a core element of the visual identity allows for more flexibility and engagement. It provides a canvas where abstract concepts about art and curatorship can be expressed in a way that feels both authentic and exciting. Whether seen on a poster, a website, or a social post, each visual invites viewers to explore and learn more about the programme. Illustration plays a crucial role in making art initiatives accessible to a broader audience. By employing a visually striking yet relatable design language, Anthony Lam’s work for HART bridges the gap between curators and the community. The visuals don’t just inform; they inspire curiosity and engagement, which is essential for an incubation programme that seeks to elevate emerging curators. This collaboration also highlights the impact of thoughtful design in the arts sector. By leveraging illustration, HART Collective can convey complex ideas in a way that is immediately understandable and appealing. The choice of colors, the movement within the compositions, and the bold typography all work together to create a cohesive narrative that draws people in. The HART Curatorship Incubation Programme’s visual identity showcases how illustration can elevate an arts initiative, making it more engaging and impactful. Anthony Lam’s designs prove that illustration, when done thoughtfully, can serve as a bridge between art and the public, turning viewers into participants and supporters. This project is a reminder that effective visual identity goes beyond aesthetics; it tells a story that connects and captivates. As HART continues to grow its curatorship programme, the illustrations created for this year’s campaign will undoubtedly leave a lasting impression, drawing more people into the world of art and collaboration. Graphic design and illustration artifacts Credits Client: HART Haus, HART Collective Limited Typeface in use: Degular Display designed by James Edmondson. From OH no Type Co. Author: Anthony Lam Full Article
ration For Generations Meiji Jingu Forest By www.ecology.com Published On :: Thu, 25 Feb 2016 12:17:54 +0000 In the heart of Tokyo nearly 100 years ago – in 1920 to be exact – more than 100,000 young volunteers planted 100,000 trees donated from all parts of Japan, to create a sacred forest for the new Meiji Shrine – a … Continue reading → Full Article Urban Environs & Landscapes Japan shrine Tokyo urban forest urban forests
