Jennifer Blanco's Self-Published Guide to Graphic Design Studio Pitfalls

Jennifer Blanco, a creative director from Houston and co-founder of Field of Study alongside John Earles, has released her self-published book titled 'How Not To Run a Graphic Design Studio & Other Hard Lessons'. This work, motivated by reflections during the pandemic on sustainability and balancing work and life, critiques the scarcity of practical resources for creative enterprises, noting Unit Edition's 'Studio Culture' as a notable exception. The book showcases a compact design featuring Franklin Gothic and Blanco's own handwriting font, with Iggy Pop adorning the cover. In the first chapter, she distinguishes between errors and misfortune, highlighting the importance of experience, self-awareness, and kindness, while advising against 'faking it' in client interactions, drawing from her 15+ years in the field.