Dribbble rocks
About a month ago I was privileged enough to receive an invite from a brilliant and kind-hearted fellow designer. Not just any old invite, a Dribbble invite!
Imagine my excitement, I’d endlessly watched people post links to their work on Dribbble, and clicked every one in hope that it was finally public… and every time, it wasn’t. Finally, I had a key to the kingdom.
The bottom line – Dribbble is a whole load of awesome. I feel compelled to share my thoughts on what a fantastic resource it is, and why it will continue to be so, even when it is opened up to the public.
Dribble is a place to share what you are working on. Small crops of work, or ’shots’ are it’s core. It is a continuous stream of inspiration, critique and, most importantly, a little bit of light hearted fun thrown in for good measure. It’s a very welcoming community, where everyone is encouraged to give their thoughts on your posted ’shots’. I was pleasantly surprised by the genuinely friendly, and always helpful comments and critiques.
The only thing that doesn’t surprise me is how creative and talented the vast, vast majority of our industry really is. I am truly in awe of many shots on Dribbble, and feel compelled more than ever, to work longer and harder on improving every single day. Obviously, this is always my aim, but Dribbble has helped to fuel it further than anything before.
However, I still feel Dribbble has much, much more to offer. It will only ever be as good as it’s community. The more people who are a part of Dribbble, the more quality, inspiration and help we can all receive from such a fantastic service. Although some people have suggested not, I believe Dribbble will keep it’s charming character and quality of shots when it goes public. To suggest otherwise is an injustice to a fantastic industry.
For all who don’t yet have an invite… hang in there, I’m sure a new round will be going out sooner rather than later.