Random Response

I would just like to thank Patrick for posting 3 awesome paintings, they are my(jonathan's) favorite. Also Pswivel mentioned that the cover for the rapid memo was hard to read, and i would certainly agree, however i did realize that before, and i am unsure if i want to make it easier to read or just put supporting text that says"Rapid Memo Typing Service & The Imageographer" The cover was collaged by Debbie and I on 4 - 11x17 sheets using magazine cutouts and other goodies, they were then scanned and arranged in the computer. I like the painterly, artful collage effect of the cover, it reminds me of the evening the drawings were made. However readability is important in design, and that is something i have been thinking about a lot lately. Because of my art and painting background I am frequently interested in making my designs painterly or artful, which decrease some of the readability. This concept is probably contradictory to some design standards, however i guess i am interested in design as art and not just design as a communication tool. I realize the importance of both, and I'll have to navigate my way in the future to maintain the balance. Jonathan