After sleeping on it, I still had no concepts for a design. Then an idea came to me — let’s make the conceptual process a collaborative effort. How much better could the idea be if I tapped into the creative collective around me? I know a bunch of really rad people that have great ideas all the time.

So, here’s the plan:
1. I’m soliciting you — my collective friends and colleagues – for ideas, concepts, themes, etc for a shirt to enter into the Design By Humans 10k Contest. Post your ideas below. Read what others are suggesting. And together we’ll pick the best option.

2. From there I’ll jump into design — I’ll chronicle the process with pics (and maybe video) of my sketches, screenshots (on my blog and dribbble) and get your feedback every step of the way.

3. Let the Voting begin — once it’s ready, I’ll submit it to DBH and call again on the community to logon, vote, comment, and spread the word. Can we do this?

What’s in it for you? Other than teaming up and giving your best ideas away? A look into the apparel design process with a collaborative twist. In the (slim) chance we win, we’ll come up with some prizes (shirts, cash, etc) to raffle off to those who participated.

The deadline for submissions is August 22nd — so it’ll be a quick process. In the immortal words of my favorite May client — “Time is of the essence!”

Should be fun! You in?

I wanted to take a brief moment to introduce May. Those of you stopping by may not realize that I (Garth Humbert / IamGarth) have morphed my freelance life into a full-fledged gig. I’ve officially launched May (hellomay.com) and will be directing the majority of my resources and attention over there. IamGarth.com will remain up and active with the occasional blog post gracing it’s pages.

So, feel free to poke around here, but definitely don’t leave without heading over and checking out May. Peace.

Well, fortunately for me, I’ve been super busy over here. The result of that is that my site gets neglected :( So, thought I make a quick post and let you in on what’s been going on.

Here’s the short list of stuff I’m currently working on:

• WorldBlu Site Redesign. Good buddy Tim is handling the code.
• RightSignature UI Action. Cool and practical site (I use it for my contracts).
• Public Site and Online App for Non-Profit (still a secret).
• New website for TypeMatrix. AaronI partnering with me on this one.
• other stuff as well …

I’ll keep you posted as junk develops and post design samples on my portfolio at Krop. You might also be wondering what the heck the above photo has to do with anything—it doesn’t. Just a cool pic by a good friend of mine: Dave Studarus. Check out his work at David Studarus Photo.

Cheers!

A few three word samples – Less is more…Make it different…Use a concept.

And the random generated winner is…Chris Schroeder! I’ll be in touch Chris with details.

Thanks again to SplatPrint and to all who participated!

All you gotta do is leave your best design tip in the comments below. On March 16, I’ll pick a  random winner, they’ll get 1000 4/4 cards for FREE, and we’ll all celebrate the momentous occasion with a collective—WooHoo!

So, share your design tips, check out SplatPrint.com, and tell your friends/tweeps—wouldn’t want ‘em to miss out!

Note: The cards got picked up over on Card Observer. Cool new biz card gallery site—check it out!

Head on over and check it out—and make sure you post some comments on TIAL, show aaroni some love!

If you’re a designer/illustrator/photographer/etc and are wondering how you get your own space at Krop, hit me up…it’s invite only ;)

I’ve already got a list of enhancements in place for the near future to jazz it up and provide more info. In the meantime, leave me a message and/or join me on Twitter. Peace.

Merry Christmas and we’ll see ya next year!