Tag: Culture


George Lois Is Still A Legend

The original madman opines on everything from Google’s redesigned logo (“ridiculous”) to John Galliano (“I want to just punch his face”).

Source: Legendary Ad Man George Lois Is Still At It | Co.Design

The Importance of Humility

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Irene Hixon Whitney Bridge, Minneapolis, Minnesota. June 3, 2015. Photo: Christopher Pollard

As design advances and evolves, it is critical for us to acknowledge the central role that humility plays, or risk letting our egos die in tandem with our careers.

Source: Good Design is Humble | Austin Knight

Montmartre’s Cat

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Montmartre’s Cat, Montmartre Cemetery. Paris, France. June 19, 2009. Photo: Christopher Pollard

“There are two means of refuge from the misery of life — music and cats.” ― Albert Schweitzer

 

Minnesota Keeps Moving When It Snows

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Snowy Lake Calhoun, Minneapolis, Minnesota. December 2, 2012. Photo: Christopher Pollard

“There is a feeling of solidarity that swirls in the blowing snow. When I shoveled the walk this morning, I noticed my neighbor had already done part of it. I looked down the street and saw other people shoveling. As they looked up from their work, we smiled and nodded at each other. It felt like we were engaged in common work.”
— Vikki Reich

Source: I Love Who Minnesotans Become When it Snows | StarTribune.com

Minnesotan Snow Shoveler’s Creed

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My Snow Shovel and 12″ of Snow. Uptown, Minneapolis, Minnesota. February 3, 2015. Photo: Christopher Pollard

Minnesotan Snow Shoveler’s Creed

“This is my snow shovel.
There are many like it, but this one is mine.
My snow shovel is my best friend.
It is my life. I must master it as I must master my life.
My snow shovel, without me, is useless.
Without my snow shovel, I am useless.
I must use my snow shovel true.”