Want to add a few new skills to your graphic design offerings in 2018? You need to focus on new ways you can meet your clients’ design needs. By spending an hour or two learning new text effects, picture editing skills, or how to create a pattern, you make yourself that more attractive to prospective […]
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Logos have been around for at least as long as written language. When the ancient Greeks used specific marks on pottery to designate the person who made it, they basically invented the concept of branding. Starbucks as a brand was invented by Howard Schultz, but the original store was started by someone else in 1971. […]
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For freelance creatives, finding free resources can be the difference that makes it possible to pay the bills and keep the lights on. Whether you are a graphic designer, letterer, artist, writer, or other creative, finding places to get things for free saves you both time and money. It’s also a great way to give […]
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Being a graphic or web designer means having a bit of a whimsical side because sometimes you need to step outside the grid or box. Paper toys let a creative person share their work with flair. Whether you want to design a paper toy or just print out someone else’s for a bit of fun, […]
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Design continues to get more sophisticated, but as 2017 showed, three is too much as a good thing. Facebook’s algorithms, for example, wound up serving up fake news to the masses. On the pure design front, digital advertising went totally over the top last year, with dozens of new ways to get you to view […]
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Risa Rodil is a designer, illustrator, and letterer who works for publishers (Harper Collins, Penguin Random House, Hachette), toy companies (Hasbro) and publishing groups (Fullscreen, Hallmark). Rodill uses striking color palettes to create a striking visual style that make stories come alive. Rodill describes her unusual journey into professional letterer on her website: Upon discovering […]
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A new year often means it’s time to refresh your work environment. We reviewed six new chairs that are good for design pros. Read on to find out which one is the best investment for you. The Pacific Chair Apple has often led the way in design trends, and furniture designers Barber & Osgerby […]
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Netflix remains the most popular and successful streaming platform, outpacing its rivals like Amazon and Hulu. In 2018, the streaming pioneer will spend over $7 billion on content, including a generous helping of its own originals, which have become both critical and commercial successes. If you’re a subscriber, you know that Netflix tailors its offerings […]
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Everything 1990’s is in again: a new generation has discovered Friends now that it is streaming; Fuller House has people feeling nostalgic; and even design show Trading Spaces is making a big comeback. Now design experts are predicting that 2018 will be a big year for 1990’s influenced design. How do you incorporate the best […]
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Craft beer has exploded in popularity all over the world over the last decade. Along with hundreds of new and exciting small-batch brews have come a veritable revolution in designing beer labels. This article examines the best labels and logos from the burgeoning field of craft breweries. While label design is often the main focus […]
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Scandinavian design is all the rage right now, due to its minimalism and coziness. The style is rooted in the lifestyle of the Nordic countries, with their long winters and constant presence of the natural world. Scandinavian designers have articulated a look that eschews complex, ornate styling in favor of simple and modern vibes. The […]
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The Museum of Ice Cream became an Instagram hit in 2017, and for good reason: it was intended to be a backdrop for the selfie, rather than an exploration of what makes ice cream great. The Museum of Ice Cream is a kind of art installation which debuted in New York City before moving on […]
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Believe it or not, 2018 is upon us. If you’re planning on a last-minute New Year’s Eve Party, it is too late to get the invites in the mail. Why not use Evite to add some sparkle to your electronic invites, perhaps featuring a venetian mask theme? This elegant touch will surely captivate your guests […]
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Packaging design has long ago established itself as a separate field of graphic and industrial design, and with good reason: the average consumer has more choices than ever, and he or she makes a choice in a matter of seconds. This makes it crucial for products to stand out, whether consumers encounter them online or […]
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Now that a new year is upon us, it’s time to look forward to 2018 design trends. For graphic designers, it’s time to update some of the old favorites that have hung on over the past decades. Although designers won’t be breaking from minimalism anytime soon, the look is about to get refreshed with some […]
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Ever notice that you can name the TV show just by looking at a font? Can you close your eyes and see the name and logo for The X Files? The Friends font is so ubiquitous in its credits that if you’ve watched a lot of episodes, you can totally picture the popular NBC show’s […]
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Infographics are a popular way to convey a lot of information in easily digestible segments and make it engaging with colorful graphics. Businesses opt for infographics because they present information quickly and effectively without extraneous clutter or data. Making an infographic from “scratch” can be time consuming, and if you need to turn out an […]
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Marcus Cicero once said “A room without book is like a body without a soul,” and we would certainly agree; rooms without books just feel empty and bare. One’s collection of books not only shows what they’ve read, it can also reveal their personality as well. As an artist, you may not be content with […]
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Graphic design is a great skill to have, but if you want to add digital painting t your skill list for the new year, then don’t overlook all of the free digital painting resources online. There are plenty of websites and video sessions that will help you learn nearly everything you need to know for […]
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If you have clients who ask you for recommendation on WordPress plugins, we’ve got you covered. Here we share the best new WordPress plugins that are essential for businesses. Yoast SEO WordPress’ SEO app is now called Yoast. It remains one of the most popular plugins WordPress offers. This plugin can help businesses optimize their […]
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