Staying detached from your client work is a key part of being a graphic designer. That may sound really strange off the bat, but let me explain. The creation of a project for any artist has a personal connection to that individual in some way. Personal work especially speaks to who you are as a […]
It is no secret that 834 Design & Marketing resides on the west side of Grand Rapids and that we think it is the cat’s meow. This June’s #YourBizYourTown is dedicated to the west side of GR (with some Holland representation), which we think is the best side. Our guests today came representing hair, clothing […]
We love sharing our knowledge and love of social media, blogging and all things digital…especially with associations eager to learn how they can engage with their publics. Thanks to the Legal Marketing Association for asking us to speak today on building a presence and following on social media. A special thanks to Kate Harms from […]
Just because it is summer does not mean networking stops. Trust us…there is WAY too much great stuff happening to be ignored; May’s edition of #YourBizYourTown is proof of this. Dr. Seuss is in the house. SLD Read, a West Michigan literacy organization celebrating 40 years is holding a special event on Wednesday, June 18th. […]
Why dedicate just one day a year to the planet? We say, every day is Earth day. That’s why we dedicated April’s #YourBizYourTown to sustainability with special guests: Greener Grads, Goodwill Industries of Greater Grand Rapids, Kendall College of Art and Design at Ferris State University (KCAD) and the West Michigan Environmental Action Council (WMEAC). […]
Better late than never, right? I know you were waiting in anticipation for the #YourBizYourTown March recap to drop. You can listen to the segment here. Without further ado, here was our stellar line up on The WGVU Morning Show with Shelley Irwin, 88.5 FM. Rock Kauffman Design: Rock Kauffman has made a name for […]
It’s a packed house! Your Biz Your Town – February 2014 Every month when we host Your Biz Your Town (#YourBizYourTown) it makes us happy to live and work in Grand Rapids. There is so much good going on in our community from great events, wonderful nonprofits to professionals supporting other professionals – we are […]
Believe it or not, the new website has been in the works for over a year…that isn’t to say we have been working on it for a year…cause we haven’t…just that it has been in process. Our tagline is “It’s All About You” – and that couldn’t be more true. We have been pretty busy […]
Last week you learned about how to create a great intern experience for your fledgling associate who sought out your guidance-what an honor! This week, hear from one of our own, Kristen Bova, an associate from last semester whose no-nonsense demeanor and awesome copyrighting skills caught the attention of 834. Even though she didn’t attend […]
