White Space: 🌎Bangkok’s Design Delights

The top 5 places to visit in Bangkok as a designer and art enthusiast.  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ [White Space from Mighty Deals]()​ Hey there, creators! 👋 I'm Alex, your guide from Mighty Deals, and I'm absolutely thrilled to have you here with us! Welcome to White Space, our design newsletter packed with the latest trends, handy tips, and fantastic resources to ignite your creative passion. Gear up for a journey filled with inspiration and artistic growth. If this email was forwarded to you, [click here to subscribe]() so you never miss another White Space newsletter (along with exclusive deals on [design bundles](), [fonts](, and [graphics]()! Happy designing! In today's issue: - 5 Designer-Approved Places You Must See in Bangkok - Avoid These Common Pricing Mistakes as a Freelance Designer Let's dive in, shall we? --------------------------------------------------------------- TRIVIA QUESTION Who is credited with inventing the modern pencil? Scroll down for the answer... --------------------------------------------------------------- DESIGN TRAVEL 5 Designer-Approved Places You Must See in Bangkok Bangkok is a city pulsating with stunning design and architecture at every turn. According to renowned designer Pum Lefebure, founder of Design Army, here are the top must-visit places for design lovers: 1) Wat Pho: Immerse yourself in Thai-Chinese architecture and graphic tilework at this temple housing the iconic Reclining Buddha. 2) Chatuchak Weekend Market: Navigate through 15,000 stalls brimming with eclectic finds, from vintage clothing to rare books. 3) Artist Nino Sarabutra’s Studio: Explore the fusion of Thai and international artistry in Sarabutra’s appointment-only studio. 4) The Jim Thompson House: Dive into the world of silk at this historic home-turned-museum, showcasing exquisite Thai silk at affordable prices. 5) Charm-Learn Studio: Learn new skills at this Old Town workshop offering classes in ceramics, photography, and more, housed with a charming bike and coffee shop. Go Deeper: - ​[The Wonders of Thai Graphic Design - Design Wanted](​ - ​[Super Talented Thai Illustrators You Should Know - Art Design Asia](​ - ​[9 Must-Have Typefaces for Thai Graphic Designers - You Work For Them]()​ - ​[10 Reasons Bangkok is a Design Lover’s Dream - Afar](​ --------------------------------------------------------------- “The artist’s world is limitless. It can be found anywhere, far from where he lives or a few feet away. It is always on his doorstep.” – Paul Strand --------------------------------------------------------------- --------------------------------------------------------------- WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU! Tell us What You Think Where do you find most of your design inspiration? Are you easily swayed by new trends or married to your style? Reply to this email and let us know! --------------------------------------------------------------- DESIGN FREELANCE Avoid These Common Pricing Mistakes as a Freelance Designer Navigating the world of pricing can be daunting for new freelancers. Should you charge hourly or by project? What's a fair starting rate? Here are some common mistakes to avoid: 💸No strategic pricing: Develop a clear pricing strategy based on project specifics like scope and timelines. 💸Neglecting your expenses: Factor in software, insurance, and other expenses to ensure your rates cover costs. 💸Not knowing industry rates: Talk to other freelancers to gauge market rates and position yourself competitively. 💸Charging all clients at the same rate: Tailor rates to fit each client's needs and project requirements. 💸Only relying on time-based rates: Consider the value your work brings and opt for project-based rates. 💸Not increasing rates: Regularly reassess and raise your rates to reflect growing skills and expertise. Go Deeper: - ​[How to Become a Graphic Design Freelancer - Shillington](=)​ - ​[10 Marketing Tips for Freelance Graphic Designers - Pepper Content]()​ - ​[Ten Tips to Get Started as a Freelance Graphic Designer - Her Waves](​ - ​[8 Mistakes Freelance Designers Make When Pricing Their Work - Wave](=)​ ​ MIGHTY DEALS Hottest Deals & Steals Mastering the Logo Grid Was $93 | Now $29 [Get the Deal]() Artistic Effects Pack Was $40 | Now $15 [Get the Deal](=) Designer’s Survival Guide Now $10 [Get the Deal]( Memories Calligraphy Font Was $15 | Now $10 [Get the Deal]() MEME OF THE WEEK ​ --------------------------------------------------------------- TRIVIA ANSWER The modern pencil was invented by Nicholas-Jacques Conte, a French scientist and inventor. In the late 18th century, Conte developed a method of mixing graphite powder with clay and then baking it in a kiln. This led to the production of a consistent and reliable lead core encased in wood – what we know as the modern pencil. 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