David Tann

Steven Noble collaborated with Dot Matrix Design Group to create a customized logo mark for “The Black Horse Pub.” The pub is a historical landmark established back in 1742 that includes a black horse in the center flanked by the pub building in the background. The artwork perfectly fits the style, look and feel needed to match the heritage and legacy of this historical site rendered in a hand-crafted woodcut style.  *All illustrations are hand-sketched and conceived using human talent and imagination without the use of AI generated images. AI generated images cannot be copyrighted nor exclusively owned. The U.S. Copyright Office (2025) recently released a report that clarified that copyright protection applies only to work with significant human creativity. What does this mean exactly? It means that only using AI-generated content cannot be copyrighted. It needs to have a human element added to it, and only the human element can be copyrighted. This is a BIG win for artists, meaning clients can't use AI content and hold exclusive ownership of that work. This makes your role as an artist even more valuable and necessary for clients. Furthermore, a recent lawsuit win with Thomas Reuters reinforces this idea. This court stated that AI-generated content cannot copy existing copyrighted work and share it as their own for business purposes. #artwork #illustration #illustrations #penandink #drawing #illustrator #lineart #graphicart #ink #art #woodcut #logos #visualidentity #scratchboard #branding

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This is why typography matters For anyone who thinks typography and kerning (letter spacing) isn’t important … Here’s the difference between going to a reputable business or… this guy. Hire a designer. Not AI. Your brand (and reputation) depend on it. #DesignFails #TypographyMatters #GraphicDesign #animateEverything

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This week, my inbox provided two really great perspectives on the same service. I was reminded that some people see price: “Your prices are triple what we’ve received from other designers.” And others see value: “Just a couple clarifying questions, then we’re ready to move forward.” I enjoy working with businesses who care about alignment, clarity, and results. If you’re looking for a designer, don't just look at price. Look for someone who gets your vision—and can make it happen. ☀️

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Case Study: Scaled Website Development Built on the foundation needed to achieve a strong online presence, the website development included establishing the visual brand, the design, writing, imagery, and the architecture of the site. As well as the long-term strategy to consistently increase online visibility and presence. The website was launched with seven main pages, with new pages added over the next fifteen months to best ensure search engines would see the site as active and as having value for the audience., thus continually increasing the online visibility of the business. ---/-- A comprehensive website development should include the design, writing, architecture, a strategy to achieve online visibility and search engine positioning. As well as a short-term and long-term website strategy that enables the site to  achieve business goals. Read Complete Case Study: https://lnkd.in/ezvBc-6P

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Real brand-building happens at the intersection of creativity and strategy. Jessica K., Senior Brand Designer, knows how to find that balance. She shares: "At BrandDog, we have the freedom to be creative and strategic at the same time. Every project is collaborative, thoughtful, and rooted in real brand building, not just making things look good." Creativity combined with purpose is what truly makes a brand stand out.

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