I wanted to give @penpot a serious try today but it chugs a bit on my MacBook Pro that runs both Sketch and Figma as smooth as butter.
I did a quick search and according to Reddit it's due to using SVG rendering instead of a custom engine like Figma does.
Edit: Seems to run best in a Chromium based browser like Vivaldi. I might update with more impressions later.
Do I know any designers explicitly experienced in *brand* design who would be willing to help out an open source project? I’m working with a project that is interested in a new logo, and I’d love to connect you.
Unfortunately I don’t know that there’s a budget, so this would likely be a volunteer/pro bono effort unless we think we could crowdfund/find a sponsor to pay for the work. Still, if you’re interested, let me know in a reply, please!
Take a closer look at the new design changes in Nextcloud Hub 9 
We're excited to share the latest design changes with improved accessibility features and a more streamlined interface throughout Nextcloud Hub.
From improved navigation to enhanced collaboration features, see what's new in the look and feel of Nextcloud!
Using Hub 9 already? Let us know what you think!
The Cob Village Materials & Costs page provides open-source insights into building a sustainable Cob Village for up to 75 residents and hosting 100+ guests. It includes detailed material needs, cost analyses, and procurement guides aimed at affordability and eco-friendliness. Contributions and expert consultations shape its continuous updates.
https://www.onecommunityglobal.org/cob-village-materials-costs/
Documenting is crucial for so many reasons… Working on some #Knurl @rafaele.m.andrade graphics with good ol' #FreeCAD. The model is so complex that it takes a while to generate the axonometrics #3DModeling #OpenSourceDesign #DigitalFabrication #CADDesign #Engineering #MakerCommunity #ProductDesign #TechArt #3DPrinting #DesignProcess #vectorgraphics #documentation #vectorgraphics #ExperimentalMusic #ElectronicInstruments #floss #NewMusicTech #ElectroAcoustic #MusicInnovation #DigitalLutherie #InteractiveSound #ExperimentalSound #LiveElectronics #SonicExploration #SoundSynthesis #custominstruments #MusicTechnology #InstrumentDesign
Some CAD work from the Melodica I posted on Monday, created for Giacomo Lepri in #FreeCAD (I really miss the Star Wars-inspired 'clone' icon...) #FLOSS #CAD #Design #DigitalMusicalInstrument #Melodica #Music #UIDesign #3DModeling #OpenSourceDesign #MusicTech #InstrumentDesign #SoundDesign #Makers #DIYMusic #Engineering #MusicProduction #ProductDesign #CreativeCoding #TechArt #FreeSoftware #Innovation #DigitalFabrication #MusicalInstruments #MusicMakers #DesignInspiration #giacomolepri
The Open Design Guide
your guide on becoming an open source designer
(please don't miss the reading club, on thursdays)
「研究發現，無論透過哪種方式接觸 OSS，所有（對 OSS 有貢獻的）設計師在 OSS 設計旅程的早期階段都曾與經驗豐富的 OSS 貢獻者接觸。這些早期的接觸經歷大多是積極和支持性的，強調了正面的早期社群包容體驗的重要性。」
https://github.com/sprblm/Diary-Studies-Designers-in-OSS/
@sprblm #design #opensourcedesign #opensource #community #coscup
Woah, we've reached the 10K!
Thanks to Arcticons' many contributors, it is bigger than I ever imagined. 
It's out now on GitHub, and all other platforms soon too!
Allow us to introduce you to Mike, our potential mascot. He made his debut last year at #FOSDEM, but never made an appearance since. What do you think, should we embrace him into our family? Let us know in the poll!
We guess you've seen our calls for UX/UI pros. But why, you ask? Well, this is the challenge in front of us: fit all of the below into the player screen, while keeping it clean & usable!
Transcripts
Comments
Chapter titles
Bookmarks with notes
Sleep timer indication 
Donations to podcasters
We're soon meeting with the designers who'll hopefully make this happen!
Do you want to help make AntennaPod ready for the future? And do you have experience (or talent) in the domain of UX and/or UI design?
We're looking for folks to help us with embedding new innovative features on our player screen!
All details & contact options here
Why open source designers need tools beyond text and code
https://opensourcedesign.net/2015/05/23/text-based-tools-for-designers
"To enable designers to contribute to open projects it is not enough that they learn about code and technology: they need tools that match their workflow and enable them to collaborate with programmers. Just telling them to adapt is not a viable, design-thinking, solution." -- #opensourcedesign
(Please Boost!)
Calling all creatives! We are thrilled to announce the Open Source Design track at @COSCUP 2024, and we're looking for your contributions!
Whether you're a wizard with open-source design tools, a maestro of using free materials, or have insights into open file formats and licensing, we want to hear from you.
Submit your proposals before May 9th, let's make #COSCUP2024 a hub for creative collaboration! 
https://blog.coscup.org/2024/03/coscup-2024-coscup-2024-call-for.html?#anchor23
Thoughtful comment by @doctormo on Affinity, Inkscape, the problems of commercial software (without any snark nor ignoring the problems of FOSS) and asking what Inkscape could do to be more accomodating to Affinity users.
Get ready to showcase your creativity in the design contest, celebrating Mautic's 10-year anniversary.
The winning designs will be available in the Mautic Swag Shop for the next 12 months! 
Read more details at https://www.mautic.org/blog/community/announcing-10-years-mautic-design-contest
Linking #opensource to other subjects such as #circulareconomy and #sustainability in general, we need much more #women and #diversity - all creative minds, inspiration and colorful #contributions from all directions to join in. 
Co-op Cloud are looking for a design contribution to design stickers for their co-operative.
Interested in designing their stickers?
See the posting here:
https://discourse.opensourcedesign.net/t/jobs-design-some-stickers-for-co-op-cloud/3762
Discuss it here with them here:
https://opensourcedesign.net/jobs/jobs/2024-02-28-design-some-stickers-for-co-op-cloud
Mike Amundsen 
