A little bit about Meg Lewis
I use my skills as a designer and my love for comedy to make the world a happier place through design, books, talks, writing, spaces, podcasts, workshops, and videos!
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Episode 109
It’s our very last episode for this season of Overtime! Before riding off into 2021, let’s take a look at some of the predicted design trends for next year. Then, Meg talks about the pros and cons of being a niche vs. generalist designer, to help you figure out which is right for you. Plus, get inspired to make time to create just for the simple joy of it. We’re talking about how creative play can unearth some of your most meaningful work yet. Let’s go!
Read more & listenEpisode 78
Side-Benefits of Side-Projects
Meg shares a handful of virtual museum tours worth checking out right now, and gives us a rundown of how unemployment and PPP loans work as a self-employed creative right now. Plus, Charli Prangley and Femke van Schoonhoven stop by to talk about making time for side projects while balancing a full-time job. Thanks to .ME for sponsoring this episode!
Episode 77
Shut Up And Zoom
This week on Overtime, we learn that popping into a Zoom room full of silent people is a thing that actually isn’t awkward, artists get creative with toilet paper to raise money for COVID-19 relief, and Eric Friedensohn joins Meg to talk about making murals and building community. Thanks to .ME for sponsoring this episode!
Episode 76
Make Friends With Strangers
This week on Overtime, Meg and The Futur’s Matthew Encina discuss a new, self-destructing website, how to uncover the unique POV you have to offer the world, and tips for building more meaningful connections with people, both on and offline. Thanks to Patreon for sponsoring this episode!
Episode 75
Is Lo-Fi The New Hi-Fi?
This week on Overtime, we explore what design trends might look like once the pandemic is over, a DIY approach to producing quality video content on your own, and why paying attention & documenting your feelings during this time in history may just pay off in the future. Thanks to Patreon for sponsoring this episode!
Episode 74
Making Lemonade Out Of Grapefruits
This week on Overtime, a new contest has designers creating the ugliest logos you can imagine, and designers grab their pitchforks over a renowned publication’s controversial Tweet. Plus, Meg chats with lettering artist and illustrator Mary Kate McDevitt about being productive (or not) during self-isolation. Thanks to Patreon for sponsoring this episode!
Episode 73
Make What Ya Wanna Make
This week on Overtime, designers use their skills to help those affected by COVID-19, while some corporations attempt to promote social distancing through new branding efforts. Plus, tactile illustrator Alicja Colon joins Meg to talk about owning your creative destiny and making the dang thing already! Thanks to Patreon for sponsoring this episode!