The Unwritten Rules of a Great Design Critique
By Patrick Cox on
Design critiques are not only the way to an improved design, they are also a great educational opportunity for all parties involved. If held properly by following so
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Busting that Creative Slump You’re In
By Patrick Cox on
Being creative is a state of mind and finding that creative state of mind can be difficult. Here are some ideas and tips on how to get out of a creative slump and wh
Make a Statement with Type
By Carrie Cousins on
Font choices can have an impact on how your message is communicated and how people feel about the words on the page.
Do I Really Need A Style Guide?
By Patrick Cox on
What is a style guide and when should you use one? We'll summarize the main properties of a style guide, what it should contain and how you can determine if you shou
Perfectly Paired: Using Symmetry in Web Design
By Carrie Cousins on
Create a sense of balance and harmony by using symmetry elements design scheme.
Creative Background Styles and Trends in Web Design
By Carrie Cousins on
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
Inject Energy Into Your Mobile Design with Light Effects
By Patrick Cox on
Light effects have been spicing up graphic designs for years. It's a great way to add interest, realism, abstractionism, or even energy to a bland experience. Used p
Examples of Creative and Modern Effects in Web Design
By Mary Lou on
From hover to scroll, there are many ways to surprise and engage website visitors. The possibilities are endless. Get inspired with these examples of creative and mo
I Love Script Fonts (Here’s Why)
By Carrie Cousins on
Script fonts, when used in moderation, can add extra flair and an unexpected twist to design projects.
Tips & Tools for Grid-based Layouts
By Carrie Cousins on
Developing a vertical (and responsive) grid can help maintain consistency in website design and ease the creation of responsive layouts.
How Web Design Has Changed Print
By Carrie Cousins on
Not only do web designers learn from their print peers, but print design has evolved a great deal thanks to web design.
Understanding the Rule of Thirds in Web Design
By Carrie Cousins on
Intentional or not, the rule of thirds comes into play with most visuals, including images and in almost any web design.
Effective Typography-Driven Web Design
By Carrie Cousins on
Using type as a primary design element comes with a set of characteristics that are often found in clean and easy-to-read websites.
The Divine Proportion and Web Design
By Carrie Cousins on
Learn to identify and use the golden rectangle to create harmony in web design projects.
Color and Emotion: What Does Each Hue Mean?
By Carrie Cousins on
Color can evoke a wide-range of responses and it is important to understand the effect a hue can have on your message when planning a design project.
More Examples of Fresh Effects in Web Design
By Mary Lou on
Another set of websites that use some unconventional and fresh effects.
Principles of Color and the Color Wheel
By Carrie Cousins on
Add the right feeling and mood to your site using the color wheel, mix and match hues and create effective color schemes.
Type Effects and Modification
By Carrie Cousins on
Understanding type modifications can help designers focus on readability for chunks of type or a hint of flair for a more artistic approach.