Aaron James Draplin: Things That Don't Have a Thing to Do with Graphic Design| Awwwards SF

[@FuturesPlaybook]

This guy has so much substance and personality.

[@mynameisawakhe4310]

Most graphic designers do lol

[@lurelurche]

and seems like a really good person, it pumps me up

[@Junkmailcrusades]

swearing doesn't mean he has personality. He's unorganized and unprofessional, and politics during a live broadcast? I don't give a shit about Trump, but he's insulting half his countrymen, half his clients. He seems a little slow to me, either slow or he's in a massive bubble out there in Portland and Seattle.

[@ricardonucci3537]

this is true graphic design

[@isukwithnames1811]

Draplin is so pure! He's a true graphic designer

[@albertocabrera6614]

This has been the best thing I ever seen about design. My goodness we need more of him.

[@upnext996]

he's got a pure soul. he spoke his heart out. this world will be a better place if we all spoke our heart out.

[@kanon1118]

as a passionate Designer myself this guy makes me so motivated it makes me cry.

[@ThisDesignLife]

Met him, hugged him, learned from him

[@512banana1]

way to go~!

[@twesterman]

The way he goes to junk sales and finds old things and brings them alive again is incredible! I remember watching videos about him a few years back, a true design legend!

[@Drakonseth]

It's always nice to listen to Draplin when I'm feeling stuck in my career. It helps me remember why I started.

[@prashkd7684]

Artists have a special kind of charisma

[@monikakalaitzidi9009]

I am easily distracted, definitely not goot at paying attention whatsoever. But he got my attention 100% for whole 29:37 minutes

[@stevenhirons5356]

not true because you didnt put seconds at the end :P

[@crystallizationofthesoul7095]

I'm guilty to of that!

[@martijnkeesmaat1251]

That was 30 minutes??

[@rootsofmoney7830]

That's the end

[@kafeela_ade]

same here!

[@ZEUSFPV]

This speech is a diamond in the rough. Definitely needed to hear this ❤️

[@ajdimarucot23]

So happy to have met and hugged this man! He is so genuine.

[@noahwilliamson]

Came in thinking I’d be bored after a minute or so, ended up staying for the full 29:37 of it. Shared it with the boys and took it to heart. This is a true designer and I am forever inspired. This man showed me what I already knew deep down about design, I had my doubts but I’m gonna keep pushing through. Design isn’t a career it’s a lifestyle.

[@chakigun]

Wahhh I got emotional washing dishes while hearing about his dad story. Thank you for this gift Aaron!

[@tobigbemisola]

This is just about the best presentation I've ever watched.

[@alex0589]

Always fascinating to see his talks, his cadence, his passion, the sensitivity. You can just tell how great his father was, even if he didnt talk about him. Aaron is an artist who deserves every bit of praise he gets, not just for his work but for lighting a fire under everyone's ass everytime he shows up.

[@akshaydalal3176]

25:35 "The universe is expanding in every direction right now, so I made a frisbee." hilarious line

[@timspare80]

I love this man. Heart of gold ❤💜

[@MissChloe2011]

And On this day I became a fan of you! I am not a graphic designer or anything I just clicked play and became in Awe of you! Thank you for your story keep shining your light!

[@thwaitey]

Wow, what a speech. I think I'm going to have to watch it again. What a great guy and a great talent. Feeling inspired now!

[@WayneDavisDA_ILLESTalive14]

"among other sketchy things" love this guy already

[@thearthematix]

Thank you Aaron! Few years ago you've teach and inspire me how to do my logos work the right way. Great speech!

[@saasuniversity]

This guy was amazing to listen to! I expected technical details but he inspired me with his life.

[@carlosf3421]

100% badass lovely person. True talent and gifted speaker.

[@suchdevelopments]

From Lismore NSW Australia, your great, fantastic and great graphic designer. Fantastic story, great storytelling. Your dad went to the party in sky the same as my birthday.

[@RedFox-st1yw]

Wow, Aaron susrprised me with his infectious personality.

[@craigthomas4565]

WOW Aaron you are an amazing man. Passionate about what you do and looks like so much love. Made me cry about your dad. Lots or respect for you.

[@iangalli293]

This man's personal connection with politicians is all what's wrong with the world right now. But he seems adorable.

[@Junkmailcrusades]

he's like a retarded puppy dog. Lovable, but still retarded

[@digitale93]

Man, I love your speech. You are very down to earth, and very talented designer.

[@gurey571]

Thank God this guy exist !

[@Tech215Studios]

Never heard of you until I sat down and watched this video. I needed some inspirational for my channel. I've been feeling really unmotivated. This was what I needed. Thank you man! Love your energy! Love the dad stuff!

[@geekgirlamy9923]

So much animation and passion. Loved every minute. Thank you for your transparency and sharing your great personality.

[@Sandeep-cz7ls]

Man I love this guy. Loaded with inspiration and creativity. And skillshare courses too.

[@BenFrankarts]

When I tapped this thumbnail I was like I don’t got 30 minutes to watch no video. By the end I was like damn where’s he going? We not done yet!

[@kupferdeck9272]

recommendation: watch it twice. I've done it.

[@obscurecult]

SAME. incredible.

[@sunboii]

He is GOAT, wish I can apprentice under him.

[@lexsec]

I love his energy and how pure he is

[@craftycub]

I love Aaron Draplin! He is just totally himself! Love it! Got his book

[@MuhammadEdwinMasripan]

That was one hell of a weight off your chest Draplin. Looking forward to see more of your work.

[@DesignLead]

One of the best designers of this time

[@Michael-ig4li]

Wow wow wow. This guy just changed my entire life.

[@mothbythesea]

I'm crying, you are amazing sir. I miss your dad for you!!!

[@fatoomgierdien2181]

WOW! You are Great! I love Your REAL Reality! Thank YOU MUCH!!!

[@noradoyle9884]

Love this dude. Great designer, better human.

[@hugzn0tdrugz611]

2:29 I am so glad i am not the only one who works like this.

[@adamhayes1563]

Does anyone know what font family he is using to design his slides? For example 9:45. Thank you!

[@christianscazzieri]

What an outstanding human being Aaron is.

[@cn6519]

Inspirational.. especially when you sometimes feel down in the dumps, creatively.

[@olenapostoi8326]

This is one of the most inspiring speeches! ❤️

[@chaianddogs3509]

This is excellent !!! You are a story teller if there was one & I really enjoyed listening & watching this - I was intrigued the whole way through!!! Your dad looked like a rad man!!! x Loz (australia)

[@banters9333]

Loved this. Such a great guy

[@rommlll]

if i ever see this man in real life, i will cry

[@riseagainstfanatic88]

Really enjoy the book and his personality! Thank you for uploading this talk here @awwwards!

[@emmbeemeeapparel2046]

Dude.... was that Taylor, MI. Flea Market on Middlebelt??

[@kkm312]

Awesome talk. Too bad there's no graphic design profession for a lot of us anymore...

[@albastudios2942]

Thank you for the amazing vid. Was inspired by all u said, Aaron! Esp about your pops. I made a graphic of my bro (r.i.p.) riding his motorcycle into the sunset and it felt great to make. I will share it with you some day! Peace!

[@kevinmntambo3407]

Why is this so entertaining 😅

[@Light-Rock97]

There are few things in life that should make you teary eyed, and politicians most definitely aren't it.

[@09069lalo]

You are a beautiful person, thank you!!

[@ayoolajohn]

This guy is a Legend!

[@TheNinjai74]

My Favorite Graphic Designer.

[@fizzedupslade4082]

What a treat! Great talk. Many thanks.

[@leanna_perry]

i want to see more designers showing their swype and image collections, very cool

[@jospargo249]

So good - all the things - so good.

[@moochannel523]

Lost it at "we got it easy". Easy = more competition = more creativity you have to compete with. It all balances out.

[@lhawkins40]

This man is real, raw, and 💯 and got major skills 😊

[@peterbotond7759]

Loved every second of it :D Thank you Aaron!

[@TheOfficialReaven]

Jeez. Amazing. No words.

[@ROJTHEGOAT]

25:15 this killed me 😂😂😂😂

[@marcelobaus]

Holy shit! I saw myself on this intro, 90% of free logos indeed 🤣

[@mLnski]

4:23 - black pine logo on green is by Stefan Kanchev - a world-renowned logo artist from Bulgaria, and he does have a couple of books written about him :)

[@stripypaint]

Love Draplin - what a guy! ✌️

[@repiano]

Perfect talk!

[@flamencopeko]

There's something very awesome about your stuff.

[@ximonwhhatt3796]

Sometimes you give up because you're not making any money with graphic design. It's so freaking hard.

[@mattheuws]

What a legend!

[@cairobohol8239]

im not a graphic designer but i love how other people think. cool video.

[@nealpeterson]

good stuff, draplin

[@thesabysingh]

This inspired me so much! Such a gem!

[@guitarboy2828]

This was truly inspirational! Thank you for sharing it online!!

[@Gypsea8]

This is one of my favorite talks ever....thank you

[@StudioMontaneZone]

You're my hero Draplin. Fucking awesome. Miss you buddy.

[@edlo8548]

How do you get to where you are now? I need to know! I’m a highly-creative person with interests and experiences all across the board and influences stemming from both old and new designs in lots of different areas. Cars, characters, power combat, fashion, gadgets, food, you name it. I have been stuck in entry level jobs all my life and I’ve never had a real opportunity to do what makes me feel like a breathing human being. I just want to design everything, for the benefit of the planet and the organisms living here, real simple. Fortunately, such a vague motivation is able to dramatically expand your possible applications, which I think is good for running a business, right? Do you have any advice?

[@akhilraj4701]

what i ve learned from this is ...he is not just a graphic designer... HE IS A DESIGNER

[@miemiestudio]

Love you!

[@eltonjobchau4099]

2:22 That looks organized to me😂

[@tutkoto]

I like this guy... Go ahead and inspire more and more people

[@Tubingonline1]

This shit was awesome.! Loved every fucking minute of his talk.

[@markb.8460]

if people were half as real as Draplin, the world would be a much better place

[@mirang2803]

I love this guy

[@renelle6733]

Thank you for sharing one of the realest video that"s full of transparency and raw talent. What advice do you have for an up coming graphic artist ? I mostly do graphics for my partner or family but my work has made it, to some prominent people page on Facebook so far? I haven't charged anyone as yet for my work because i am still learning at the trial an error stage. I am self taught via videos, notes an online courses i work with different apps to create ads, banners, videos, logos, call cards, flyers, watermark images and web designs. I really want to become one of the best within my country so i challenge myself most days, at times i very get despondent and start again. My goal is to become a web designer mainly adding other forms of graphics to my business.

[@mrrmpr]

Renelle Ashby you got the heart. You already have the answer. Not giving up and continuing your passion even thru the worst days. I’m in the same boat as you but I want to lean more towards my own art. Hope to see your name out there some day again

[@JakePomperDesign]

Wow, what a beautiful person!

[@ccliahh]

So inspiring😍

[@iwan3981]

Really loved this!! And I think this guy is great! I just wish Americans can stop involving their politics in non-political stuff.

[@CesarA365]

👏

[@stannone7272]

Watch him at 1.5X speed. Even more hilarious.

[@twesterman]

haha!

[@evm6177]

Ma bro from another mother.. ; LiVE LOnG & ProSPER! Serious respect..

[@alekosimba]

He doesn't even know you exist..reality check

[@evm6177]

@@alekosimba For what weirdo who knows u? OH i get it, getting chummy acting all cute r we here? well listen kiddo thats ok. The man will know if he has to now. don't u worry about that sort of stuff.. better keep ur nose in its place or it's not gonna be a great smelling 2020 now for ya ain't it!

[@alekosimba]

@@evm6177 ok,boomer

[@jenninexus]

22:00 I can't believe the Honey Bucket story!

[@madness5693]

Draplin is a legend

[@shootncut67]

My new hero.

[@ImprovingAbility]

I don't really get how Aaron packs in the work of 100 lifetimes and still has capacity to do more