Amusing stories & views by us
To blog, or not to blog, that is the question. Through these musings, we hope to give you a better sense of who we are, what we believe in, and share our (design) perspective. Below, explore our creative opinion pieces and discover design tips and tricks to use in your daily life.
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Christi
Captions aren’t enough: Rethinking accessibility
As a designer with close family experiences of hearing loss, I have seen how assistive tech can help but often falls short, reminding me that true accessibility means treating inclusion and dignity as basic rights, not extras.
2025-08-14
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Ali
How Graphic Design Made Me a Better Artist
I used to think being an artist meant filling the page, but graphic design taught me the power of restraint, purpose, and letting space speak.
2025-06-25
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Francesca
The hands-on secret to my creative flow as a UX designer
As a UX/UI designer, I solve problems and enhance digital experiences, but when I need to recharge or find inspiration, I step away from screens and turn to my hands.
2025-02-25
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Kevin
The genetics of creativity: a personal exploration by our Digital Art Director
Creativity has shaped my life, career, and family, from early dreams of animation to a profession in motion design.
2024-12-20
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Bree
To degree, or not to degree, that is the question
My unique journey through university and college combined academic discipline with creative passion, equipping me with the skills and mindset to thrive in the design industry and at Initiate.
2024-09-27
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Geneviève
The winning formula: what do design and Formula One have in common?
At first glance, the world of Formula One racing and the creative hustle of a design studio might not appear to have much in common. However, both realms share a surprising number of similarities in their pursuit of performance, innovation, and excellence.
2024-09-13
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Owen
Becoming a graphic designer
Becoming a graphic designer felt as impossible as time travel—until I realized the only thing standing in my way was believing it was out of reach.
2024-09-06
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Owen
Overcoming the blank page
Five strategies I use to overcome my creative block, no matter how daunting that white page can seem.
2024-08-16
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Jamie
Designer spotlight: Jamie’s creative process
From toy cars and comic books to trusted brand design work, Jamie’s process blends curiosity, research, and intuition—grounded in a passion that started young and still fuels every project today.
2024-07-04
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Geneviève
A Day in the Life of a Graphic Designer
As a remote graphic designer at Initiate, I thrive on a structured routine that balances focused creativity, collaboration with my team, and clear boundaries between work and home life.
2024-06-17
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Owen
Design software tips: work smarter, not harder
Staying creative while managing multiple high-priority tasks is a daily reality at Initiate—and the key lies in workflow hacks that save time without sacrificing quality.
2024-06-03
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Francesca
Designer Spotlight: Fran’s Creative Process
This month, we sat down with Fran, Initiate’s User Experience Designer, to chat about her creative design process.