Wikipedia:Articles for deletion/Mark Busse


 * The following discussion is an archived debate of the proposed deletion of the article below. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page (such as the article's talk page or in a deletion review).  No further edits should be made to this page.  

The result of the debate was delete. W.marsh 04:30, 13 February 2006 (UTC)

Mark Busse
Non-notable blogger. Vanity. So called publications are actually blog entries. Ezeu 16:49, 1 February 2006 (UTC)


 * I have known Mark and the crew at IBC for many years...they are truly some of the best designers in Canada and well deserving of a listing here. Leonard Brody — Preceding unsigned comment added by 24.82.95.89 (talk • contribs)
 * Delete for the moment per WP:BLP. I can be persuaded otherwise. Stifle 12:45, 3 February 2006 (UTC)

'This AfD is being relisted to generate a clearer consensus. Please add new discussion below this notice. Thanks!' Johnleemk | Talk 15:02, 7 February 2006 (UTC) Mark Busse’s qualifications have been questioned by means of the authenticity of his “Publications,” he is in fact in accordance with three of the stated criterion:
 * Delete per nom. Disguising blog entries under the heading "Publications" is pretty sneaky. Andrew Lenahan -  St ar bli nd  16:42, 7 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Delete per nom. Seems like a decent fellow, but I don't see this meeting WP:BIO.--Isotope23 17:30, 7 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Delete per nom. Avi 19:45, 7 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Delete per nom.--Adam [[Image:Flag of the United States.svg|25px| ]](talk) 20:12, 7 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Delete per nom. Ardenn 21:26, 7 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Don't Delete Busse was a professor of mine last year. His "publications" seem to have been updated to "articles" on the entry, though that issues really depends on your definition of "published" as his writings have been featured on ihaveanidea.org, tompeters.com, if.psfk.com, coudal.com and his blog site is considered a significant voice in the design field, named best in category by Applied Arts Magazine. That's uh, notable I'd say. And he's currently the VP of the GDC and nominamted to succeed Yves Rouselle as President of the GDC/BC this spring.Charlie111 23:16, 7 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Delete as non-notable blogger.  OhNo itsJamie Talk 08:05, 8 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Delete per nom. --Dogbreathcanada 02:21, 9 February 2006 (UTC)
 * Don't Delete

1. "Painters, sculptors, architects, engineers, and other professionals whose work is recognized as exceptional and likely to become a part of the enduring historical record of that field." Mark’s design firm is top notch on a worldwide scale, his clients blanket the globe and stand by his product. Not only is he an internationally known Communication Designer (with awards to back him in print, interface design, and the current highly acclaimed blog.industrialbrand.com), he is also a valued member of the Vancouver art scene, having sold paintings locally and been recognized as a legitimate critic in regards to his degree in Fine Art.

2. "Persons achieving renown or notoriety for their involvement in newsworthy events." Mark has been actively involved in Canstruction Vancouver in support of the Food Bank since its inaugural year, he is a credited script editor on at least three indie/student films (A Beginning, Eating Crow, and Mega-force), and devotes innumerable amounts of time to the success of the non-profit Canadian Society of Graphic Designers.

3. "Published authors, editors, and photographers who have written books with an audience of 5,000 or more or in periodicals with a circulation of 5,000 or more." A collaborative effort from Mark and Ben from IBC Published Fall 2005 in Graphic Exchange “Why should you have a blog?” in circulation throughout Canada to a lot more than 5 000 individuals. Mark’s interviews of Santa Monica’s Mike Goedecke of “Belief” and Toronto’s “Ze Frank” appear as padding on the IBC blog, but are anything but blog entries. These articles are for the betterment of the creative mind; they dive deeply into strategy, philosophy, and process, where these individuals’ mantras are made accessible to the general public. It is true that some of his articles appear on sites such as if.pfsk and blog.industrialbrand.com, but the fact that they may fall into the category of blog entry is only remotely valid, since the traffic and dedicated readers of these sites far surpass that of most published writers, as does the quality and content of the articles Mark writes.

In accompaniment to the above stated, Mark is on the forefront of Canadian Communication Design; he is a mentor to up and coming designers, he is an instructor at Vancouver Film School, and he is a keystone in the city of Vancouver though charitable contributions and the network of greatness he represents. I can see how some find it reasonable to consider Mark for deletion; however, he represents a new breed of writer/artist. His contributions may seem miniscule to those who are not active enthusiasts of digital culture, branding, design; this is his legacy and an understanding how influential he is may not surface until more people gain insight into his life.

Mark Busse’s Wikipedia page sits in a very infantile stage, it only shows crumbs of his story and appears quite vain. Revisions are needed, but it should definitely not be discarded.

toddsmithdesign 13:20, 9 February 2006


 * Comment. Good on you mate, but I personally fulfill half of that stuff, and my non-notable teacher fulfills the other half.--Ezeu 21:42, 9 February 2006 (UTC)


 * The above discussion is preserved as an archive of the debate. Please do not modify it. Subsequent comments should be made on the appropriate discussion page (such as the article's talk page or in a deletion review). No further edits should be made to this page.