Welcome to In The Boat With Ben
“In the boat” is a phrase I use to describe the people in my life who are directly impacted by the choices I make for my freelance business (or any other choices for that matter). For you it may be your partner, children, parents or other live-in relatives, or even your pet turtle… For me those people are Rachel, my wife, and our five young boys. As someone who is balancing family life with a creative pursuit, I have come to realize the value of connecting with others and sharing the experiences of those who are walking a similar road, which is why I am here… to create a space where we can walk this road together, ask questions, challenge and encourage one another and share our stories.
The Fence of Progress
Increments Today my life happens in small segments. Though my wife and I have put a great deal of thought into how our schedule is structured to maximize our ability to work distraction free, there's only so much we can do without taking time away from our children...
Loaves & Fishes Logo Design – An In-Depth Case Study
I had been looking into getting a full-time job as a graphic designer at First Presbyterian Church in San Antonio, TX. The initial interview went well enough that they asked me back for a second interview. For the second interview they asked the remaining candidates to design a logo and showcase our skills for “Loaves […]
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