Below are some frequently asked questions, along with some well-written answers and explanations by other designers (and some by Yours Truly). Read on.
Q. How much do you charge to design a logo, a website, a blog, etc.?
A. "Design in any instance doesn’t have a generalized price tag. It’s an investment of experience and time. While the experience factor is tough one to measure and quote, the amount of time, on the other hand, depends on the scale, complexity, features, elements, components, and so on."
-Brian Hoff: Designer, Writer and Speaker
thedesigncubicle.com
Q. Something's up with my computer. Can you take a look at it for me?
A. "Apparently because I work on a computer all day, I also know how to take one apart and build it from scratch. I know how to set up networks, load memory, rid computers of viruses, and use any and all programs — no matter if they are design-related or not. Graphic designers are DESIGNERS. We are not IT specialists. We are not members of the Geek Squad."
-Manda Szewczyk
creativeopera.com
Q. We don't have any money budgeted for [insert design project here], but if you do it and we like your work, it could turn out to be great exposure for you. Interested?
A. No.
Q. Are you interested in taking part in a logo design contest? Spec work?
A. No and no. Refer to www.no-spec.com.
Q. Mac or PC?
A. I'm supposed to answer "Mac." Truth be told, I work on a PC. I love my PC. But I'm familiar with a Mac's interface and I work equally as well on one. Would I trade in my PC for a Mac? No.
Probably not.
Q. Is any project too small for you to take on?
A. No. If it's important to you, it's important to me. (I reserve the right to change my mind on this one.)
Q. Dog or cat?
A. Both, but mostly this little guy:
