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Michael Aleo

Michael Aleo

Outer Banks Vacation 2017

Aug 21, 2017

Outer Banks Vacation 2017

Aug 21, 2017

Michael Aleo
in
Legend

Making Content Shine: Better Readability for Screens

Many of us who lived through the dark ages of the internet (aka the 90s) might remember strange experiences related to digital reading…

Mar 22, 2017

Making Content Shine: Better Readability for Screens

Mar 22, 2017

Michael Aleo

Oak Stone Farms Shoot Story

This is what shoot day on a beautiful farm looks like when you wake up to two surprise feet of snow

Feb 22, 2017

Oak Stone Farms Shoot Story

Feb 22, 2017

Michael Aleo

Fake It ‘Till You Make It

This is a hard one, and it took me years to figure out the nuances: find your design heroes and don’t be afraid to emulate them.

Feb 9, 2017

Fake It ‘Till You Make It

Feb 9, 2017

Michael Aleo
in
Legend

When Superbowl Ads Get Emotional

Storytelling can make a statement and sell beer at the same time.

Feb 6, 2017

When Superbowl Ads Get Emotional

Feb 6, 2017

Michael Aleo

The Freelance Designer Bible

Many designers freelance on nights or weekends for supplemental income or to pick up new skills. Freelancing is a good way to gain a…

Jan 31, 2017

The Freelance Designer Bible

Jan 31, 2017

Michael Aleo

The Secret Client Playbook

Working with Clients

Jan 26, 2017

The Secret Client Playbook

Jan 26, 2017

Michael Aleo

Designers Don’t Need Art School

A formal degree is not as important as your portfolio. While investing in design school may be a good choice for some, it isn’t necessary…

Jan 25, 2017

Designers Don’t Need Art School

Jan 25, 2017

Michael Aleo

Two Non-Negotiable Skills Every Designer Needs

One of the great things about this path is that it’s so much more than just being good at Photoshop. It’s people-oriented work that calls…

Jan 24, 2017

Two Non-Negotiable Skills Every Designer Needs

Jan 24, 2017

Michael Aleo
in
NAVstudio

Talk to Users Like People

The difference between a good vs. great product and service all rests upon your understanding of who your users are.

Jan 2, 2017

Talk to Users Like People

Jan 2, 2017

Michael Aleo

Michael Aleo

A founder and CTO of Legend (http://legend.us). Former Art Director at the White House. Dad, Marylander, outdoor lover & conservationist.

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