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On the other hand, if you came across Glaser's work and it inspired you to cre-
ate a totally new graphic combining a solid color form and strips of curved, stylized
lines, a savvy viewer will recognize that you are working in Glaser's style, but you are
legally clear.
Creative influences
Unlike derivation or collage, there are no negative ramifications if you have
been influenced by the ideas and work of another. Even Einstein gave homage to
those who came before him by saying that he “stood on the shoulders of giants.” In
fact, acknowledging your influences in your portfolio, although still rare, is becoming
a way to show your awareness of your creative domain's history and heroes. A shout-
out or short mention of an influential teacher or mentor can even be a way to start a
dialogue with potential collaborators or employers.
www.triborodesign.com
Triboro's partners feel they owe designer Alexander Gelman a particularly important
acknowledgment for being their mentor. They show examples of his work and link
to his site. In their About section, they also acknowledge their collaborators. As
David Heasty says, “I think these full disclosures of influences are very interesting
to people. I would love to see more designers embracing this transparency.”
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