Published by Leonardo Calcagno
Who are you :
My name is Patrycja Podkościelny. I’m an illustrator and graphic designer from Poland.
Your current job :
Together with Patryk Hardziej we cooperate in a graphic tandem and run the ¬ negation studio. Also I’m a typography lecturer.
In which city are you located?
Gdynia, Poland
A word to define what kind of worker you are :
Pedantic.
What tools are essential to your life (app, software, etc..)
I’m someone who glorify traditional way of illustrating and designing so I would say pencil. Of course I use computer with Adobe programs.
What does your office space look like?
It’s simple – white walls with wooden floor and furnitures. I like natural materials. Of course when I’m near some deadline it’s get messy, but usually I like to stay it clean.
What kind of music do you listen when you are working ?
It’s hard to answer, course it depends on what kind of work I’m doing at the moment. Lately I listen “Bookhouse” (album inspired with Twin Peaks) and “Frank” soundtrack.
Do you have a way to organize your day to maximize your work ?
Unfortunately I have problem with concentration, so it’s hard for me to organise my day. Also it’s complicated because I love to work at night. Of course I’ve got my calendar, where I note everything I need to remember, but it’s all.
What tips would you give to improve productivity ?
Concentrate on what you want to achieve and keep the work area clean.
You’re better than your colleagues to :
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What is the best advice anyone has given you ?
Work hard.
What is your best tip for saving time ?
Work at home!
What is your routine start and end of the day ?
I think I don’t have one.
Aside from your computer and your phone, what gadget can you not you go without?
Polaroid!
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