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WMC Fest

WMC Fest

Design Gathering
At our annual Weapons of Mass Creation Fest, the creative community finds fresh perspectives and intriguing connections that unlock new ideas & opportunities. WMC Fest features art exhibits, live music, and talks from accomplished, exceptional and unique thought leaders.
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On the Map

On the Map

Local Innovators
There is a veritable renaissance happening in Cleveland. Go Media is documenting the transition from a storied manufacturing hub into its next chapter. We called ourselves Urban Pioneers at first, so now we're absolutely thrilled to have vibrant new neighbors!
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Tutorials

Tutorials

Step by Step
We've been staring at the glowing box for a very long time. In an effort to foster the next generation of designers (so we might rest our tired eyes), Go Media publishes free tutorials & insights to our Zine. Discover real-world techniques for Illustrator, Photoshop, Web Design & more.
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Publications

Publications

Thread's Not Dead
What if the most prolific & influential talent from the t-shirt design scene got together and discussed everything they wish they had known when they started? That's exactly the scenario Jeff Finley captured in these 10 chapters. Lessons from successes & failures of some of the best in the biz.
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Over the years, we’ve earned a solid online following of our Zine, but virtual influence can only go so far. That’s why we’ve invested hundreds of hours in developing experiential events that bring the creative community together in fun, meaningful ways.

WMC Fest

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Cleveland is Here
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Catch our next event to fuel your creative fire. You might just ignite something special.

Design Tutorials

Sakai Vector Portrait

Hey Go Media faithful! Man, it feels like it’s been years since I’ve posted anything in the Zine. These days all my writing has been focused on my upcoming book Drawn to Business, Designed for Success. I think everyone is going to love the content. It’s all the nitty-gritty details about how we run…

Tutorial: Creating an abstract vinyl sleeve with graphic textures

Maarten Kleyne, a freelance graphic designer from the Netherlands, feels music. Kleyne believes wholeheartedly that music is a key element in the creation of his final product. Inspired by the works of Steven Wilson and Lasse Hoile, his portfolio is filled with images including cd packaging, posters…

News & Articles

The Age of Instagram: An Interview with Dan Morgan

Filterstorm, PhotoGene, Camera+, iDarkroom, Instagram. With a flick of a finger, a simple effect, a toasty filter can bring your dull, camera photo to life. In the age of the iPhone, such easy access to the camera itself, combined with photo-editing software gives us power and confidence we&rs…

Dishing on Design with Valerie Mayen of Yellowcake

Skidding across fresh, bright black and white tile, a very exuberant 6 month husky jumped up excitedly to greet me at the door of Yellowcake, recently renovated and expanded Gordon Square boutique. Owner and Cleveland designer Valerie Mayen was quick to follow. “Mango! Get down!”…