Tucked away in a storefront on Roosevelt Road in Berwyn, Illinois, you will find everything you could ever want or need if you're trying to develop a horror or science fiction-style theme for a Website. As a matter of fact, "Horrorbles" is worth a stop even if you're just into the look of old-time movies and want to brush up on ideas for a "poster look" for a particular Web design. The owner can find you almost anything you need, and there is an enormous collection of merchandise that ranges from life-sized statues and costumes to masks, magazines, and collectible figurines.

I invite you to please join us on Wednesday, June 3rd and come find out why Out of Work Chicago is the fastest-growing, most talked about new networking group in the city. Networking is the most important aspect to a successful job search. It's not enough to apply for jobs online, you have to get out there and press the flesh.

Please join us at the Out of Work Chicago (OWC) Career Networking Event!

When: Wednesday, June 3rd | 5-9pm
Where: Midtown Kitchen | 203 N LaSalle St. Chicago, IL 60601
Cost: $15 for registered guests / $25 for unregistered

Click here to register. Since their first event in February, over 800 job-seekers, hiring managers and career experts have come together at OWC events to have a great time and make meaningful connections. Described as a cocktail party with employers, guest speakers and career experts on hand, job seekers can expect to meet with hiring managers and recruiters and leave with knowledge to get an edge in today's competitive job market. Come see why OWC's events are the biggest networking events in Chicago and widely considered the most worthwhile.

Event Highlights include:

Free gourmet appetizers
Resume appraisals
Mock interview exercises
Free raffle ticket with chance at great career related prizes
Discounted drink specials

Please join us! You never know what connections you can make. We hope to see you there!

If you're looking for inspiration, give St. Patrick's Cathedral in New York City a try. This stunning landmark has giant, sweeping arches and ornate decorations everywhere. The building is over 150 years old and is still an imposing figure, even with all of the skyscrapers and other landmarks that compete for attention in the city. The stained glass, impressive construction, and reverent atmosphere are all sure to impress. Many elements of this building contain seeds that will germinate into ideas of your own.

Cincinnati, Ohio is where you will find the American Sign Museum, a truly unique place that can offer quite a bit of inspiration for Web designers, writers, and others in the creative field. The signs here represent over 100 years of American history and range from glorious neon creations to simple, hand-lettered show cards. The themes and designs here don't fit neatly into one or two categories, and that's part of the charm. It's also exactly what will help give you a bunch of ideas to play around with.

The New Museum is located on Bowery Street in New York and the building is an impressive sight in and of itself. A contemporary art museum, this seven-story structure is known for housing work that makes a statement. If you are looking for ideas that are more modern than traditional, start here and get your mind in the mood for thinking sideways, backward--and maybe even upside down. You won't be able to decide if you should look to the building or the artwork for inspiration. Luckily, you can do both.

Throughout my 20 years of leading Artisan, graphic designers, web designers, and marketing talent have continuously asked me what the “secret” is to landing a job or propelling an existing career further. While this is never a short answer there has never been a more appropriate time to focus on this exact topic: how to land a job. Talent registered with Artisan will soon be sent an email inviting them to receive weekly emails that cover insider tips and advice. These career advancement and job search tips extend beyond the creative industry and will provide insight into how professionals from other fields move up the ladder or land jobs in today's volatile market.

Most people think of American history when they think of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but that's only a part of what this great city has to offer. If you're trying to get inside the mind of the younger generation, check out South Street. There is a palpable vibe here and, when the weather is nice, the street is almost always crowded and lively. This is the perfect place to people-watch and get a feel for what captures the attention of teens and young adults. Many of the stores here are geared just for them. There are plenty of places to sit with a cup of coffee and take notes on everything from the latest "in" t-shirt designs to the hottest colors.

Skokie, Illinois is located approximately forty minutes from downtown Chicago and has a special area dedicated to various kinds of sculpture. The Skokie Northshore Sculpture Park is home to over sixty interesting pieces, and if your client is looking for something out of the ordinary, the designs here can really help get you thinking outside the box. The subject matter of these statues is quite varied, but there are many abstract designs that can work well as a seed for ideas of your own. Bring a sketch pad or camera to capture the ones that you like so you can reflect on them later as well.