by Graphic Designers Nick Longo and Mikelle Morrison
The Deeply Graphic Designcast: Where Creatives Level Up! Hosted by Nick Longo and Mikelle Morrison, this dynamic duo dives into bold ideas, behind-the-scenes insights, and real-world advice to inspire designers, artists, and makers. Don't miss our first series, The Next Level with Tom Lauro. Tune in for the stories, tips, and fresh perspectives that’ll spark your next big creative move!
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April 28, 2025
<p>🔥 Designers, listen up—this one’s for YOU.</p><p>If you’re creating brand or packaging design for CPG, food & bev, or wellness products, this is the inside scoop you can’t afford to miss. We sat down with real retail buyers and asked them what actually gets a product noticed—and what gets it passed over. Spoiler alert: good design isn’t enough.</p><p>🧠 In this fast-paced breakdown, you’ll learn:<br />• What makes packaging instantly eye-catching (or invisible)<br />• How color, typography, and structure drive that first impression<br />• The trends buyers love right now—and the ones they’re sick of<br />• Why storytelling is your secret weapon (but not in the way you think)<br />• The #1 design mistake that kills a brand before it even launches<br />• How to balance sustainability, clarity, and visual punch</p><p>Whether you're designing for a client or your own brand, these buyer insights will sharpen your strategy, elevate your work, and help you design packaging that actually sells.</p><p>🎯 Want to create packaging that flies off shelves?<br />Start by thinking like a buyer.</p>
April 14, 2025
<p>In this episode of The Drop, we’re back with another hot roundup of design news you actually want to know. From bold rebrands to tech shake-ups, industry scandals to the next big thing in type and tech—we’re breaking it all down so you stay in the loop and ahead of the curve.</p><p>We’ve handpicked the stories making waves in April 2025—no fluff, no filler. Just the news, trends, and creative shifts that matter to working designers and creatives like you.</p><p>🧠 Insightful. 🎯 Actionable. 😏 Occasionally spicy.</p><p><strong>Links to everything we mention are below. Let’s get into it.</strong></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.designweek.co.uk/nine-creatives-reimagine-wiedenkennedy-londons-logo/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.designweek.co.uk/nine-creatives-reimagine-wiedenkennedy-londons-logo/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/theme-parks/epic-universe" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/theme-parks/epic-universe</a></p><p><a href="https://gdusa.com/the-design-skills-employers-need-right-now/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://gdusa.com/the-design-skills-employers-need-right-now/</a></p><p><a href="https://looka.com/blog/graphic-design-trends/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://looka.com/blog/graphic-design-trends/?utm_source=chatgpt.com</a></p><p><a href="https://www.designweek.co.uk/major-charities-creating-bold-new-brands-as-donor-numbers-fall/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.designweek.co.uk/major-charities-creating-bold-new-brands-as-donor-numbers-fall/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.creativeboom.com/news/earthling-studio-infuses-nostalgic-fun-into-iced-tea-brand-halfday/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.creativeboom.com/news/earthling-studio-infuses-nostalgic-fun-into-iced-tea-brand-halfday/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.creativeboom.com/inspiration/harvesting-heritage-bna-reimagines-polish-food-brand-dawtona-as-a-slavic-goddess/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.creativeboom.com/inspiration/harvesting-heritage-bna-reimagines-polish-food-brand-dawtona-as-a-slavic-goddess/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.creativeboom.com/news/hip-pop/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.creativeboom.com/news/hip-pop/</a></p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2uwy4MDZ_M&t=3s" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-2uwy4MDZ_M&t=3s</a></p><p><br /></p><p>THE SHOP: <a href="http://deeplygraphicgoods.printful.me" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">deeplygraphicgoods.printful.me</a> </p>
April 7, 2025
<p>What happens when two legendary type lovers turn their year into one big creative experiment? You get insight, income—and maybe even $100K.</p><p>In this episode, we sit down with the powerhouse duo behind <strong>Goodtype</strong> to talk about their bold new mission: using experiments to explore what brings them joy and financial success as artists. From their $100K art challenge to unconventional income streams, they're documenting it all—wins, failures, and everything in between.</p><p>We talk about:</p><ul><li>Why 2024 is the “Year of the Experiment”</li><li>How artists can use small tests to unlock big growth</li><li>Lessons from launching the $100K challenge</li><li>Creative blocks, money mindset, and building happiness into your business</li><li>Practical ideas you can steal to start experimenting today</li></ul><p>Oh—and a spicy lightning round. Fonts were harmed.</p><p>If you’ve ever wondered how to make a living from your art without selling your soul, this one’s for you.</p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://www.instagram.com/goodtype/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></p><p><a href="https://goodtype.us/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Website</a></p><p><a href="https://www.thekernference.com/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Kernference</a> (we have student pricing!) </p><p><a href="https://goodtype.us/the-typecast" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Podcast</a> (this has both apple and spotify)</p><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/goodtype" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Youtube</a> </p>
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