Courtside:The Dribbble Blog
Jun 20, 2019
Balancing work, travel, and life with freelance illustrator Cami Dobrin
After eleven years of freelancing, Cami Dobrin is still working towards striking the perfect balance between work and personal life—especially as someone who travels often. Get a glimpse into her typical workday as an illustrator!
Jun 19, 2019
How to hire for creative leadership
An impressive resume and nice portfolio are only a few of the many factors one should consider when hiring creative leadership. Use these three strategies to ensure your new hire demonstrates the critical traits for taking your business to the next level.
Jun 18, 2019
Dribbble Interview: Paul Antonson on the value of designers and creative community
In a special video interview, we chat with Sacramento-based designer and illustrator Paul Antonson. Listen in as he shares his Dribbble story and explains how designers have such a huge impact in visually supporting other’s visions and stories.
Jun 18, 2019
How to build a great design team: Insights from Evernote
In a new series, we chat with design leaders in the industry as they share insights on managing designers, tips for getting hired, implementing new design processes, and more. Today, Evernote’s Senior Design Manager Aiden Bordner gives us a glimpse of what design looks like at Evernote.
Jun 17, 2019
5 tips to unlock higher freelance design rates
Learn how to set your freelance design rates and how to increase them without scaring clients away. Take control of your design pricing list, so you get paid what you deserve.
Jun 14, 2019
Good vibes and high fives at Dribbble’s Hang Time NYC
Dribbble’s design conference was a jam-packed day of inspiration, good vibes, and bonding with the creative community. Get a full recap of the event from the talks, workshops, activities, and more!
Jun 14, 2019
27 stamp designs to inspire your travels
Check out a curated collection of stamp designs to inspire ideas for your next trip or at the very least, your next design project!
Jun 13, 2019
Designer Mick Champayne's recipe for creative success
Get to know lead experience designer, illustrator, and meme enthusiast Mick Champayne. Mick takes us through her routine and design process while sharing the little things in her day that help get her creative juices flowing.
Jun 12, 2019
Building creative connections IRL: Dribbble's May Meetups
What did your global design community get up to last month? From designing beer labels, partaking in lettering workshops, or hearing talks from world-class designers, May proved to be a great month for Dribbble Meetups around the world.
Jun 11, 2019
When science meets design: Data visualization for outer space
As a science designer and biology PhD student, Eleanor Lutz is a pro when it comes to infographics, maps, and data visualization design projects. Learn more about how Eleanor fuses two very different passions as she shares insights on her latest data-heavy design project—An Atlas of Space.
Jun 10, 2019
Behind the Design with Kendrick Kidd
Kendrick Kidd tells us about his journey on Dribbble and shares the inspiration behind his awesome Making Time t-shirt design, now available in the Dribbble Shop.
Jun 7, 2019
7 design professionals share nuggets of advice for recent grads
It can be scary entering the workforce as a new designer—which is why we asked a handful of experienced designers coming from various backgrounds to share their words of wisdom just for you. Cover Shot by Johanna Springer.
Jun 6, 2019
Adjusting to full-time freelance with Seattle designer Marisol Ortega
Seattle-based designer and illustrator Marisol Ortega just transitioned out of her full-time job into full-time freelance. With this major transition comes major changes to her lifestyle and routine. Read on to learn how Marisol is adjusting and making it work.
Jun 5, 2019
An introduction to Paper Illustration with Alicja Colon
How does paper illustration work and how can it be implemented into digital design projects? Hear it straight from an expert paper illustrator and photographer, Alicja Colon, as she shares a basic overview of her favorite craft.
Jun 4, 2019
Behind the Design with Alana Louise
Read about Alana’s journey on Dribbble, how she found her way into design, and the inspiration behind the sweet All Rivers pennant design, now available in the Dribbble Shop.
May 31, 2019
10 ways to develop your illustration style
Illustrator and teacher Tom Froese has thought a lot about style—from what it means to how to develop it. Today he shares his actionable steps to help creatives draw with more personality and define their own illustration style.
May 30, 2019
The nomadic work life of illustrator and lettering artist Monique Aimee
Meet Monique Aimee, an illustrator and lettering artist living the nomadic dream. Check out where Monique is currently based in the world and hear how she makes the nomadic lifestyle work with her career.
May 29, 2019
Building your audience as a motion designer with Jonas Mosesson
In a new series, we’re shedding light on how designers are making waves on Dribbble and beyond. Today, read about how Jonas Mosesson has built and maintained an authentic audience as a motion designer.
May 28, 2019
Fresh from Dribbble
Hi Dribbblers! We’ve been hard at work and are thrilled to share a few very exciting updates. Read on and explore a few fresh features in the Dribbbleverse!
May 27, 2019
Behind the Design with Ryan Putnam
The one-and-only Ryan Putnam designed a sweet and stylish canvas tote bag inspired by the often chaotic design process. Learn more about Ryan and get the inside scoop on the idea behind his design!
