Part II of shotlist vs final photos. A lot of work and research goes into all of these shotlist and it's so fun to see the inspiration vs the result! I also love that I get to work with some of the best photographers in the Cincy area!
#artdirection #design
You can now use Photoshop directly inside ChatGPT! And the best part, it's completely FREE!
Remove distractions, replace backgrounds, and add new elements with simple prompts, all without leaving the chat.
Try it yourself by going to Apps in ChatGPT and connecting Photoshop.
#AdobeAmbassadors #Ad #AdobeForChatGPT
I use Illustrator for everything! I genuinely love it. But for the longest time, all my illustrations felt way too flat.
Then I realized you can actually add really fun texture to your vector work without ever leaving Illustrator. ✨
Here’s a quick how-to for adding more depth, grit, and personality to your illustration.
And yes, if you still want a little extra oomph at the end, you can always save your file as a PSD and bring it into Photoshop to layer on even more texture.
#illustration #design @adobe
When Stef Creative goes to the gala… this is what she wears!
In honor of the first Monday in May, I wanted to push “art as fashion” and turn my own branding into a full red-carpet look. Bold, playful, and a little unexpected. Statement details, elevated drama, and something that feels completely me.
Created using @adobefirefly and honestly… I might not go back to normal outfits after this lol
Now it’s your turn. Create your own red-carpet look.
Comment “Firefly” or “Fashion” and I’ll DM you the prompt so you can customize it your way.
Let’s see your version 👀
#AdobeFireflyAmbassadors #Ad
Our May issue is here! This issue has been a labor of love for the past 2 months, and it feels really good to finally show this cover package to the world.
📸 Thank you @jonmedinaphoto and @marlenerounds for making this cover package a reality! You both are so talented!
🎨 @astridpr thank you for the beautiful illustration of the food trucks map
🌮 @that513gal thank you for assembling and making all the food almost too beautiful to eat!
And thank you to all the participating restaurants @micozumel@olla_cov@tortilleriagarcia@cantinacincy@elbarril_mt.adams@azulcincinnati
If you'd like to read a digital version of our May issue, head to CincinnatiMagazine.com. And if you are in the Cincinnati area, it will mean a lot for me if you pick up a copy at your local bookstore or Kroger!
Ok wait this might be my favorite feature I’ve found recently… you can upload your logo to Kittl and animate it 🤯
And not just basic animations either! You can literally write prompts to animate your illustration and get super specific with it!! (Take a look at the bouncy hair)
I tested it on a simple logo first, then immediately tried a more detailed one, and both turned out sooo good. everything feels really clean and polished
Safe to say i’m animating everything now 😭
If you’ve been sitting on static logos… this is your sign
Comment “KITTL” and i’ll send you the link to try it out!
You can also use my code “STEFIG” for 25% off your first month or year (new users only)
#animation #graphicdesign
Back with another AD 101 post. This time I’m sharing a little BTS look at how I assign illustrations to artists through creative briefs.
I usually start by sending a general concept to guide the direction, but I also really value the illustrator’s perspective and ideas, so I’m always open to their creative input. I’ll often include references from their past work as well, so they have a clear sense of the visual style and direction I’m looking for.
I feel really lucky to work with artists I genuinely admire, and I’m always so happy with how the final artwork turns out.
If you like to see more BTS about being an art director, lmk! I learned a lot the past 2 years and I'm excited to share more!
#artdirection #design #illustration
Here’s a little glimpse into my 9–5 as an art director for a magazine. Honestly, about 50% of my job is making shot lists and creative briefs.
The first thing to consider when planning on a photoshoot is to find a really good photographer. I am so lucky I've worked with some of the best photographers in the Cincinnati area.
Once that’s set, I move on to the shotlist. I try to be super descriptive, but also I have to be flexible because not everything always goes to plan. Sometimes a restaurant doesn’t even have the dish you planned for anymore, and you just have to pivot on the spot and make it work.
If you like to see more BTS about being an art director, lmk! I learned a lot the past 2 years and I'm excited to share more!
#artdirection #design
Do you know you can print really cool stuff directly in @adobeexpress ?!
I wanted to create fun merch I could send to my clients and ended up discovering this super seamless Print & Deliver feature inside Adobe Express.
I start by making my illustrations in Adobe Illustrator, then I drag them into Creative Cloud Libraries, where all my assets automatically show up in Adobe Express. From there, I pick the product I want to print, drop in my design, and check out right inside Express! No switching apps.
Give this workflow a try with Adobe Express and share what you printed!
Use code # ADOBEAPRIL26 for 40% off your orders.
#AdobeExpressAmbassadors #Ad #CreativeCloudWorkflows #ProToPrint
One of the design trend predictions for 2026 is Connectioneering.
Connectioneering is all about creating posts that feel human, not just polished, think hand-drawn details, playful imperfections, and layouts that invite people in.
There are so many amazing Connectioneering templates in @adobeexpress you can use to add more meaning to your content and make it more memorable.
Try out Adobe Express at adobe.com/express and share how you create connections through design!
Click the link in my bio to explore the collection!
#adobeexpressambassadors #ad #connectioneering
Have you tried the Turntable feature in Illustrator yet? It’s so much fun! I got to play around with it back when it was in beta, and I seriously can’t wait to start Turntabling all my illustrations! #illustrator #turntable #design
This year marks my 4th year as an Adobe Express Ambassador, and I’m so grateful to be part of this program. It’s truly been life-changing, giving me the opportunity to get paid to create content with Adobe products while also connecting me to incredible experiences like attending Adobe MAX and other amazing events.
If you’re interested in becoming an ambassador too, comment “express” and I’ll send you the link to apply!
#ad #adobeambassadors #myadobeambassadorstory
