Eric Courtney

About Eric:

Eric Courtney is a Visual Communication Design student at Kent State University.

Hailing from the blue collar town of Youngstown, Ohio, Eric understands the value of working hard, hustling, making friends, and making a difference.

When Eric isn't working, he can be found eating burritos, drinking coffee/beer, reading about technology, playing his G+L Classic Bluesboy Semi-Hollow Telecaster, or relaxing with his two dogs.

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Blog:“Why We Make” by Adam Savage

“Why We Make” by Adam Savage

I stumbled across this video of a speech Adam from “Mythbusters” gave a couple of days ago and found it really fun and exciting. The only way to learn, is to fuck up. The only way to fuck up, is to try. Enjoy!

Blog:Hipster Branding

Hipster Branding

This is what the world would look like if “hipsters” had their way. Definitely seems like an interesting and fun project. View the rest of the series here: Hipster Branding

Blog:Caine’s Arcade

Caine’s Arcade

If this video has taught me anything, it’s that hard work never goes unnoticed. Regardless of Caine’s age, his entrepreneurial spirit, unwavering determination, and most importantly, creativity, should serve as an inspiration to all. Also, as designers, we should remember not to take ourselves too seriously and, that if we want to do something, the…

Blog:The Most Astounding Fact

The Most Astounding Fact

We are part of this universe. We are in this universe. But, perhaps more important than both of those facts, is that the universe is in us. Astrophysicist Dr. Neil DeGrasse Tyson was asked in an interview with TIME magazine, “What is the most astounding fact you can share with us about the Universe?” This…

Blog:An Interview with Jonathan Ive

An Interview with Jonathan Ive

To be honest, the work of Jonathan Ive is the main reason I became a designer. A few weeks back, The London Evening Standard did a nice piece on the newly-knighted industrial designer. Here are some highlights from the article: What makes a great designer? It is so important to be light on your feet,…

Blog:Wilson Miner – When We Build

Wilson Miner – When We Build

About a month ago, I discovered this collection of videos from the 2011 Build Conference. Speakers include Jason Santa Maria, Jessica Hische and Josh Brewer. Needless to say, they’re all I’ve watched lately. Of all of the amazing presentations, Wilson Miner’s stood out the most. If you’re interested in emerging technology and it’s impact on…