Hot Air And The Blowfish: a new addition to SHOP-SMC!

Posted by on Nov 1, 2019 in Design | No Comments
Hot Air And The Blowfish: a new addition to SHOP-SMC!

We can all be full of hot air or be on pins and needles sometimes but that does not mean we can’t find common ground with one another. In fact, we would all be surprised by how much we have in common, and that is worth celebrating big time with a simple high five or […]

Stumpy and Burney – Shop SMC Graphic Design

Posted by on Jul 1, 2019 in Design | No Comments
Stumpy and Burney – Shop SMC Graphic Design

Knock knock Stumpy! Your new pal Burney is here and ready to ignite this summer! Check out the merchandise at SHOP-SMC.com and enLIGHTEN your office, home, or mobile device. Stumpy and Burney will show you why opening your heart to unique friendships is a rip-roarin’ good time. Stump-Bump little buddy! You’ll find many different products […]

Show me the Munny

Posted by on Feb 1, 2019 in Creative Process, Design | No Comments
Show me the Munny

Now that is money baby. Well… Munny. A Munny is a customizable vinyl toy produced by Kidrobot, and it is not to be confused with a Dunny, which is the manufactured one. Breaking out the old school tools The beauty of a Munny is that you can customize it – you can scribble on it, […]

Oh, for Creative’s Sake

Posted by on May 3, 2018 in Design | No Comments
Oh, for Creative’s Sake

Creative Design Projects for Creative’s Sake I love my day gig, but sometimes I just need to indulge in creative design projects. I enjoy the craftsmanship of design. I also enjoy helping clients bring their ideas to life and there’s something special about creating something new everyday. However, there are times when I need to […]

Explore. Discover. Build. A glimpse into the creative process at SMC

Posted by on Mar 23, 2018 in Creative Process, Design | No Comments
Explore. Discover. Build. A glimpse into the creative process at SMC

Great design is no accident. You have to be intentional with your goals for the design you’re creating. Establishing a clear objective is key. What is your design’s purpose? Is it evoking certain feelings, building trust, sparking intrigue, communicating a brand’s message, or is it simply to drive sales? Graphic designers are strategic artists. They […]

Using Design to Build a Graphic Designer’s Desk

Posted by on Feb 8, 2018 in Design | No Comments
Using Design to Build a Graphic Designer’s Desk

No matter what industry you are in, like most people, I spend a lot of time behind the pixel box as a graphic designer. Actually, I enjoy designing on the computer, but it does take a toll on your body sitting in the chair behind a desk all day. I started to find having mild […]

Mini Badge of Honor

Posted by on Apr 13, 2017 in Design, News | No Comments
Mini Badge of Honor

…But big in achievement!  Recently, I had the honor of being selected and featured in the Graphic Design Gallery on Behance!

SMC Winner In PRINT Regional Design Awards Annual!

Posted by on Jan 11, 2017 in Design, News | No Comments
SMC Winner In PRINT Regional Design Awards Annual!

This just in:  SMC is featured in PRINT Magazine’s Regional Design Awards Issue!  Top creatives around the country vie for this recognition every year, and in 2016 SMC made the grade with a series of posters for the Water Authority in Albuquerque, NM.

Would you be proud of your logo on a T-Shirt?

Posted by on Oct 5, 2016 in Design, News | No Comments
Would you be proud of your logo on a T-Shirt?

It may sound obvious, but would you wear it…with pride?  Because that is what you need for your target audience to buy your product.  You want them to respond to your logo and embrace it as a brand they would want to be a part of.  A brand they would wear on a T-Shirt.  

Award: Published in Logolounge Vol. 09!

Posted by on Jan 18, 2016 in Design, News | No Comments
Award: Published in Logolounge Vol. 09!

Dallas Local designer Scott McFadden Creative to be recognized among top designers for contributions to the world of corporate identity with the release of LogoLounge 9, hitting shelves this December 2015.