Jayce Bennett Designs

Not Every Week Is a Creative Breakthrough For the last while, I've found myself living in week-long segments, and unfortunately, some weeks don't go to plan. I always have goals I set for myself as a creative, but I'm learning to accept that those goals cannot  always  be met. Otherwise, I end up cementing myself in guilt over not being as productive or creative as I'd hoped to be. Last week, I didn't upload a blog, let alone open any creative programs. Life got in the way. Five job interviews in one week, countless appointments, a back injury, and being struck with illness (again). I truly wanted to write a killer article last week, but sometimes life takes more out of you than you have left to give. When you're physically and mentally exhausted, creativity can feel like just another thing you're struggling to keep up with. I sat down a few times to brainstorm article topics and draft outlines, but what I desperately needed was rest.  I feel this pressure t...

I've been noticing what feels like an infinite loophole with businesses using AI: a business cannot afford a designer, so they use AI for their marketing and design materials, but then potentially lose business because of their use of and stance regarding AI.  Generative media is quickly taking over everything from flyers and advertisements to Facebook posts, product photography, social media graphics, and even entire brand identities. It is genuinely scary how quickly businesses can lose their credibility and individuality due to poor time delegation, a lack of effort, and the assumption that AI is the next best solution. A lot of business owners have understandable reasons for turning to it: “We can't afford to pay a professional.” “I wouldn't know how to do these things myself.” “AI is faster and saves time. Running a business is already time-consuming.” And while I can understand where all three of these arguments come from, I don't think they justify relying on AI ...