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The Deeply Graphic Designcast

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The Deeply Graphic Designcast: Where Creatives Level Up! Hosted by Nick Longo and Mikelle Morrison, and Tom Lauro.
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In a world of polished perfection and endless AI-generated images, authenticity stands out louder than ever. 🦜 Hand-drawn illustration carries something technology can’t replicate — human decision making. Every color choice, imperfect line, texture, and composition comes from years of craftsmanship, observation, and creative instinct. Real illustration isn’t just about making an image look good. It’s about translating personality, emotion, and intention onto the page. My toucan illustration reminded me of that while I was working through the color palette and details. The piece wasn’t generated instantly … it was built layer by layer through experimentation, refinement, and skill. That process matters. People can feel the difference between something manufactured for speed and something thoughtfully created by hand. As AI becomes more common, I believe human-made artwork becomes even more valuable. Authenticity is the new luxury. Craftsmanship, color sense, and personal style are what make art memorable in a world flooded with polished sameness. The future of illustration isn’t choosing between technology and artists … it’s recognizing the irreplaceable value of human creativity. 🥳 Shout out to @longodesigns and the @dgdcpod for this recent episode about just this - how showing your process is becoming more important than ever! #Illustration #HandDrawn #HumanMade #AuthenticArt #IllustrationArtist
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@tlauro_design is back on The Next Level with half of @shearrevival - @problemsforfuturezach and designer - @nbdco_ to deep dive into the new brand identity design for Shear Revival. If you love seeing the behind the scenes of how brands are built and the creative process then this one is for you! Also shoutout to @jessmeetswest for all the love and hard work she’s put into building this company with Zach. #graphicdesign #brandingdesign #designpodcast #rebrand #shearrevival
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WEEKLY BOLT ⚡️🏹 Episode 109 || DGDC & Nick Longo || Pumping Up the Industry I really enjoyed this week’s @dgdcpod episode! A lot of great nuggets in there! And I gotta say…I have a lot of great podcasts I’m constantly working through, so the fact that I listened to this one a second time within a day’s time says a lot! That’s valuable time where I could have listened to something new, but I was just so encouraged listening, that I had to run it back! And I truly do appreciate what @longodesigns contributes to the creative community! He’s always cheering others on and trying to pump the community up! Thanks Nick! #lightningandarrows #weeklybolt #DGDCPod #LongoDesigns #positivity
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Soundtrack to the journey 🎧 Podcasts have been my go to on long drives, dog walks, and those studio days when motivation dips. Voices that know how to hold the room, open a door, and nudge you to keep going. They keep ideas close, and optimism alive. My recent repeats are in the loop above. Got one I should add next? I’m all ears #branddesign #graphicdesign #brandstrategy #creativepodcast #designstudio
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Listened to our latest episode yet? We discuss some iconic magazine covers that include John Lennon, Demi Moore, Richard Nixon, New York City, Apple and Batman. Yes, Batman. Here’s a quick taste. Visit our full episode page for show notes, the visual examples we discuss, additional links and more. Link in the bio. #design #popculture #podcast #magazines #CoverDesign #Celebrities
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a new selection of podcasts that you might enjoy. inspiring stories, creative minds, and great conversations ahead! 🎙️❤️ — @dgdcpod @beingfreelance @debbiemillman @the_green_nib @achangeofbrand @logogeek — #graphicdesignpodcast #designtalks #designcommunity #designinspiration #creativepodcast #creativeminds #graphicdesign #graphicdesigners #branddesign #thinkcreative
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Road to Max - Episode 3. So much good stuff happening! Be sure to check out @dgdcpod for this week’s episode with @linusekenstam dropping Sunday night.
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Kicked off my volunteer role as President of @adctulsa last night! This is a nonprofit that’s been running since ‘68 and purely volunteer-based outside our 8–5s, with a mission to bring together creatives and students to celebrate and share the power of design. Big thanks to brand builder, instructor, and podcaster @longodesigns for the killer keynote and our board for creating a strong season theme that ties with this year’s Rt. 66 Centennial! (And yes my clicker quit on slide 1 ☠️. Nothing like live improv to really break in a new presidency.) #adctulsa #graphicdesign #tulsa #nonprofit #heirloom
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🔥 BITTERNESS FUELS ME 🔥 Rob had a good old chinwag with Nick Longo on his Podcast 'The Deeply Graphic Designcast' which is available to listen to NOW 🎙️😍 In the episode, Nick and Rob sit down to unpack what it really means to be an underdog and how that label can become your ultimate advantage 💪 Links available in our bio 🧃
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Swipe ➡️ for our fav marketing podcasts out right now. Learn the latest insights, regularly updated. Visit miu.sg for more industry gems. 💎 #marketingtips #digitalmarketing #podcastrecommendations #digitalcreators #growthmindset #podcast #ExpresswithMIU #ExpressPurpose
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Being clear up front is one of the BEST choices you can make as a designer 👏 featuring @dgdcpod #fordesigners #designpodcast #designertips
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S/o to @dgdcpod for having us on their podcast to discuss all things pricing, high ticket clients, and putting an end to the starving artist mentality ✨ #graphicdesignpodcast #designpodcast #designerpod #forfreelancers #freelancingpodcast #freelancedesign
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