Image Techniques for Creating Depth in Web Design
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Creative manipulation of images, from layering to composition to special effects, can add depth to web projects.... read more
Creative Layouts and Interactions in Web Design
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Creative design that differ from the usual layouts can be quite difficult to imagine and execute but when done well, they can make some of the most interesting and e... read more
Techniques for Creating Motion in Web Design
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Create a livelier page by using images and objects that create a sense of motion. Get inspired by great web design examples and learn about some practical techniques... read more
Tips for a Clean and Minimal Online Store Design
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A couple of tips for a clean online store design with some inspirational examples of minimal e-commerce sites.... read more
Using Transparency in Web Design: Dos and Don’ts
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Experimenting with transparencies is a great way to expand your design repertoire. Like many other effects, use this technique sparingly and test the design in multi... read more
Mobile Design Typography is Vitally Important … and Challenging
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One of the emerging challenges for web designers is creating web typography that works in the mobile environment as well. But it can be difficult, and there are many... read more
Creating Off-Center Balance: Using Asymmetry in Web Design
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Asymmetrical design techniques can be visually intriguing and create distinct focal points. Here are a couple of inspirational examples and tips on how to employ asy... read more
Stop, Look, Click: Attention-Grabbing Elements in Web Design
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There have been many studies on attention with very significant results coming from the area of cognitive neuroscience and psychology. It is an interesting challenge... read more
Make a Statement with Type
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Font choices can have an impact on how your message is communicated and how people feel about the words on the page.... read more
Perfectly Paired: Using Symmetry in Web Design
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Create a sense of balance and harmony by using symmetry elements design scheme. ... read more
Creative Background Styles and Trends in Web Design
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The right background style can really set the tone for your website. We'll explore some great examples and current trends in website backgrounds that include large i... read more
I Love Script Fonts (Here’s Why)
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Script fonts, when used in moderation, can add extra flair and an unexpected twist to design projects.... read more
Tips & Tools for Grid-based Layouts
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Developing a vertical (and responsive) grid can help maintain consistency in website design and ease the creation of responsive layouts.... read more
Line That Up: Proper Alignment in Web Design
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Proper alignment techniques for text and other elements can add punch and readability to your website.... read more
How Web Design Has Changed Print
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Not only do web designers learn from their print peers, but print design has evolved a great deal thanks to web design.... read more
Book Review: “The Designer’s Web Handbook”
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“The Designer’s Web Handbook: What You Need to Know to Create for the Web” is a great guide for first-time and even more advanced web designers and developers.... read more
Understanding the Rule of Thirds in Web Design
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Intentional or not, the rule of thirds comes into play with most visuals, including images and in almost any web design.... read more
Making Room to Breathe: Wrapping Text Around Elements
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Text wrap can be a useful tool when embedding images into blocks of text and when used properly can add to your site’s readability.... read more