Hello!
Welcome to the first proper issue of the newsletter with a brand new episode. This week is a dive into design process and some bigger picture thinking about Dundee as a city and creative community.
After 13 years building a design career in Manchester, Alastair Walker took a pause. A few months in Vienna gave him space to rethink things, before making a move north to Dundee.
In this episode of the podcast, we explore that journey. From early days in graphic design to Creative Director, from freelancing to working with Urban Foresight, Alastair shares some insight on his design process and wider views on the city.
We dive into:
The tension between mastering tools and nurturing creativity
Why strong relationships with clients can’t be rushed
The pros and cons of designers acting as project managers
The potential Dundee has to champion its creative talent — especially at a small scale
It’s a thoughtful episode that opens up some bigger questions about how we work, where we choose to live and what we really value.
https://www.alastairwalker.me/