I’ve been meaning to start a blog for the longest time and just now decided to write my very first post. I thought it was because I didn’t knowhow to start, but the reality is that I was just too afraid to. What do I blog about? Would people care what I have to say? If they do care, how would they respond? So many questions, and not a single answer to any of them. I’m trying to get over that fear and start something new. I guess I’ll start with telling you a little bit about myself.

My name is Tirso and I work as a graphic designer in New York City. I’ve spent most of my career working in magazine publishing, but in the past 2 years, I’ve taken a strong interest in designing websites and mobile apps. I’m hoping I haven’t pidgeonholed myself into publishing. I feel like I have so much more to offer. With that said, I have a fear of making the transition from magazine publishing to the world of tech and startups, and that’s what’s holding me back.

I want to be taken seriously in this industry and blogging is a way I can create a presence. There’s some people say that it’s easier than I think to get a job as a UX designer. This is probably true, but it doesn’t make the leap any less daunting.

In the coming months, I’ll post regularly about the things I’m doing, design challenges, app or website design reviews, interesting article or resources that I find, etc. I imagine I’m not the only one that’s in this position and hoping some of you will go on the journey with me.