Copenhagen design blog

Welcome to my Copenhagen Design Blog—where I share insights on graphic design, web development, branding, and life as a creative in Copenhagen. You’ll also find my thoughts and opinions on design practices, the challenges of working as a non-Dane in Copenhagen, my love for the city, and tributes to my design heroes who inspire my work.

Is it worth making your own website?



The three variables…
September 10, 2019/by Iain Cameron
A look at what I have learned as a freelance graphic designer the last eight years.
August 13, 2019/by Iain Cameron
How much does a website cost? A very important question for…
July 15, 2019/by Iain Cameron
Has Apple jumped the shark? The phrase jumping the shark…
June 9, 2019/by Iain Cameron
Bad logo designs
As a logo designer I look at and analyse logos…
June 2, 2019/by Iain Cameron
What are the components of a quality logo? What makes a logo work or not work? Why is it important?
May 21, 2019/by Iain Cameron
April 11, 2019/by Iain Cameron
The important marketing lesson from Fyre Festival (now on Netflix) the disastrous 'luxury' festival on a remote island in the Bahamas.
April 2, 2019/by Iain Cameron
A look at why graphic design is boring, and why it's okay to admit it.
February 25, 2019/by Iain Cameron
The genius of the artist Derek Riggs
September 5, 2018/by Iain Cameron
As a freelance designer in Copenhagen I love the cyclical…
August 27, 2018/by Iain Cameron
Book keeping for freelancers is the necessary pain that goes with the freedom and creativity of the freelance world. A look at dealing with my least favourite job.
June 26, 2018/by Iain Cameron
I have written previously as to why companies should not use stock photos to promote their business. In this very amusing video from the actress Emilia Clarke (Game of Thrones, Solo, Terminator etc.) she brilliantly destroys stock photos.
June 2, 2018/by Iain Cameron
An illustration featuring a cheeky dig at Noel Gallagher.
May 23, 2018/by Iain Cameron
Back in the Nineties I worked as a freelance blackboard artist in London. I came into contact with all sorts of people, and the occasional celeb. As no one cares about blackboards, I'll write about my celeb spotting.
May 6, 2018/by Iain Cameron
Content on a website is an integrated, and incredibly important element of a brand. The website is the shop window, it is here where first impressions are made. As we all know, we make our evaluation on a person or business very quickly. Messing up that initial impression, is really not worth it.
April 30, 2018/by Iain Cameron
Choosing a name for your business is an important, fun, and sometimes…
September 29, 2016/by Iain Cameron
Copenhagen's Design Museum offers a rich and varied guide around…
March 18, 2016/by Iain Cameron

In my Copenhagen Design Blog, I offer perspectives on web and graphic design, visual identity, and branding. My articles blend professional opinions on design practices with personal reflections on life and work in Copenhagen. You can expect to read about my design heroes and how they influence my approach. Whether you’re seeking advice on user experience or curious about the design landscape, the blog covers it all, including SEO, UX, and digital communication insights.

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Iain Cameron — Graphic and Web Designer
iain@copenhagenbydesign.dk
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