Just Passing Along.....Processed Identity

Have you seen the website called Processed Identity yet?

I recently got a tweet about an article Laura Shore, of Mohawk Fine Papers, wrote for Processed Identity.  Having attended several spec seminars given by Laura over the years, I know that she always has something interesting to say. This article makes some good points about design, the future of print and of course, paper. See the full article http://bit.ly/i55zS2.

"While we may be moving toward a paper-less society—I don’t expect we will ever see a paper-free society. But where we do use paper these days, we need it to count." --Laura Shore

After working in print for many years, Laura Shore now oversees social media, branding and e-commerce at Mohawk Fine Papers. She recently developed the design blog and marketplace, Felt and Wire.  If you haven't already checked it out, please do. In my opinion, you can never have too many sources of inspiration.

And maybe I am the last to know about the Processed Identity website, but just in case you haven't seen it either I wanted to share. It was launched in 2010 by Steve Zelle, a visual brand identity designer with over twenty years of experience designing and developing his creative process with clients. He currently operates as idApostle, based in Ottawa, Canada. His personal interest in the creative process and the increase in both availability and popularity of stock logos and “brands” that can be downloaded instantly, inspired him to create Processed Identity.

Processed Identity's Goals:

• to highlight the benefits a customized and structured process can achieve
• to become a source of information for clients
• to provide a source of inspiration for identity designers
• to impart to young designers starting out, the value of the creative process

The spirit of the site is to share, encourage, and discuss in a thoughtful, mindful manner with respect for all contributors. Most of the content for the site is developed by designers willing to share their experiences and insights.

Got an idea or thought you want to share? If you would like to contribute to Processed Identity, there are a number of ways you can do that through the contribute tab on the website. West Michigan has great talent, and great ideas. I hope to be reading one of your articles on Processed Identity's website soon! 

In fact, send me a tweet @cmpaper when you do. I'll help spread the word.