My friend Jim sent me a link to an article about this designer that I thought was worth sharing:

https://creativecloud.adobe.com/cc/en/discover/article/jared-tuttle-s-tattoo-inspired-art-with-a-darker-side?trackingid=KCJMVLKV&mv=email

In the article the artist listed tips for design that I thought was especially noteworthy:

1. Instead of just producing work as quickly and efficiently as possible, strive for excellence in every opportunity. 

2. Put the hard work in and actually give a shit. That goes a long way. 

3. Start simple and work toward adding complexity and details. 

4. Value negative space just as you do positive space. 

5. Refine, refine, refine. 

6. Take a break, then come back to the work and critique it. Often, you’ll see things to improve that were right there in front of you.

Thoughts?