Six Leaf Design

AUGUST 14, 2019

Designing a logo is more than just creating a pretty looking icon or choosing fonts and colors. A lot of time and consideration should be put into how you want your logo to look and {more importantly} WHY you want it to look a certain way. Before you even get started on the design, you should take some time to decide on the design direction of your new logo to make sure that you are properly representing your business and starting your brand off on the right foot.

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Canny

AUGUST 13, 2019

In part two of our “how to write a brief” series, we’re looking at how to write a branding brief. In part one we talked about writing a design brief, no matter the service. And in part three, we’ll be talking about writing a web design brief. But today, we’re talking about branding projects, and the design brief you need to write for that. Again, we’ve included a free branding brief template.

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Spine Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

Photograph by Marc Yankus © 2019. In this interview Holly Dunn speaks with Designer and former Creative Director at Picador, Henry Sene Yee. This discussion includes changes in the industry over the years, as well as design, illustration, photography and more. You can find Henry Sene Yee on Twitter and Instagram at @hsyee. Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes , or Stitcher.

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Marloes De Vries

AUGUST 10, 2019

In January I moved into my new home. It’s hard to believe that already six months have passed. We had to do a small renovation from top to bottom, but still… It’s not finished yet. But it’s getting there! Hopefully in six months I can say it’s completely finished. Here’s where we’re at right now! Moving from the city to the outskirts.

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Speaker: Amber Asay, Creative Director and Founder of award-winning design studio Nice People

Understanding what trends are happening and how they’re impacting the competitive landscape is crucial to providing top dollar design strategy to your clients. With so many trends coming and going, it can be overwhelming to determine which ones you should capitalize on and which ones might not be worth the trouble. In this exclusive webinar with Amber Asay, we’ll explore graphic design trends that need to die, trends that are starting to pick up and why, trends that have come and gone, and how t

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MyInkBlog

AUGUST 15, 2019

I’m thrilled to announce this is my second tutorial that is a direct result of someone using the Community Suggestion Box. Here’s what tripdragon suggested…. I did some research on the awesome posters he linked to and found some more inspiration at sites like vi.sualize.us and flickr. Another cool reference that I found was Typography is Sexy Part I, II and III over at Fuel your Creativity.

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Graphic Mama

AUGUST 14, 2019

Photoshop brushes and textures offer infinite opportunities for users, as they allow even not very experienced artists to create stunning digital artwork. In this collection, we’ve gathered the best free Photoshop brushes, textures and patterns on the web right now. Some of them recreate techniques from realistic drawing – imitating natural real-life drawing with different tools on different surfaces while others will help you recreate retro effects or futuristic compositions.

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Computer Zoom Design

AUGUST 15, 2019

THE VALUE OF A LOGO How much should a logo cost? Well, isn’t that another $64,000 question – what is a logo worth? Is it worth hundreds, or thousands of dollars? Can we even put a dollar value on something that will represent your company for (hopefully) its lifetime? That all depends on whether you approach the branding of your company as an expense, or an investment in the future of your company.

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MyInkBlog

AUGUST 15, 2019

Myinkblog – This is the fourth and final installment of my series on creating textures in Photoshop. If you missed the first three, they were creating: Water Texture, Wood Texture and Stone Texture. This tutorial will combine much of what we learned about in the first three installments, we will also go over some new techniques, and add some finishing touches that pull the whole look together.

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Creative Overflow

AUGUST 16, 2019

A lot of people out there tend to think that virtual reality is only for video games, films, and casino online America games. However, this is not true as recent developments show an increase in VR apps. In this article, we focus on a few of the best virtual reality apps for 2019. Allumette This stop-motion VR film is truly breath-taking, telling the story of a young girl living in a cloud-borne village.

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Joe McNally

AUGUST 12, 2019

When it comes to splash, color and the unabashed exuberance of the stage, it’s hard to beat Vegas, and its coterie of wildly diverse, talented, athletic, sensual, magnetic performers. Luckily for me, I know a few, none more vibrant than Joli Irvine , who has dazzled many a Vegas goer from numerous stages on the legendary strip. We have happily been involved here at our studio in a two month, all-consuming series of shoots which occurred in January and February of this year to use the Nikon

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Illustration Art

AUGUST 16, 2019

The great illustrator Mark English, who played a dominant role in American illustration for decades, passed away on August 8. Through a rare combination of moxie and creative talent, English worked his way from picking cotton in the fields near Hubbard Texas for $1.50 per day to becoming a nationally renowned illustrator who received more awards from the Society of Illustrators than any other artist.

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MyInkBlog

AUGUST 15, 2019

Two Schools of Thought. Psychologists argue that most people are either right or left-brained. That is to say, they are either analytical or creative thinkers. Given that the brain is evenly divided into two distinctly different hemispheres it is reasonable to think that the different sides control the different thinking modes. Although many researchers scoff at the idea of the brain functioning 100% in that manner, it does make for a dynamic topic when you contemplate the inherent differences b

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Graphic Design USA

AUGUST 12, 2019

Thoughts on building a brand, making your value proposition clear, spreading your brand through the proper channels and supports, and ultimately delivering.

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Paul Jarvis

AUGUST 14, 2019

Whenever I write about privacy I tend to get a whack of replies (and unsubscribes) calling me a tinfoil hat nutter and explaining that normal, law-abiding citizens shouldn’t care about privacy because.

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Richard Bernabe

AUGUST 12, 2019

Behind The Lens in Glacier National Park, Montana at Wild Goose Island and Saint Mary Lake with some wild and crazy sunset light! The post Behind The Lens: Wild Goose Island appeared first on Richard Bernabe.

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MyInkBlog

AUGUST 15, 2019

I’ve been working with CSS for quite a while now, and even though it’s relatively easy to learn, there are always new tips and tricks to be found. I’m learning new stuff all the time. I wanted to take a moment to put together this helpful list of CSS tips I wish I knew when I first started. Although many of these tips are common knowledge, I think you’ll find them helpful.

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Graphic Design USA

AUGUST 10, 2019

Ten years after moving to New York City from San Francisco (and a decade after being a GDUSA Person To Watch), Anthem Senior Creative Director Jason Rosenberg catches us up on what he's been doing and has some thoughts on what has changed.

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Design Roast

AUGUST 15, 2019

Running a restaurant is an exciting and rewarding career. But when it comes to your customers, it’s all about the food they eat and how much they enjoy it. If you want your customers satisfied with what they order, your menu is a vital part of the process. They need interesting names, detailed descriptions, and [.]. The post 14 Menu Designs Your Restaurant Wish It Had appeared first on Design Roast.

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Richard Bernabe

AUGUST 14, 2019

Behind The Lens with the famous Angel Oak, an ancient and giant Southern live oak in coastal South Carolina near the town of Charleston. The post Behind The Lens: The Angel Oak appeared first on Richard Bernabe.

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Spine Magazine

AUGUST 15, 2019

Courtesy Photo. Released in April, Meg Elison's The Book of Flora (47North) wraps up her The Road to Nowhere trilogy. The post-plague society depicted in the book disrupts stereotypes of gender and sexual intimacy, and introduces new concepts of "normal" and hope for the future. Rife with gender fluidity, queer acknowledgement, and political undertones, The Book of Flora is, as Elison told Spine , “a call to action.

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Graphic Design USA

AUGUST 12, 2019

It's summertime and Jim Misener suggests that swimming’s essentials — relax, breathe, avoid unnecessary resistance — provide an answer to how, when and where we can do our best work.

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Brand Struck

AUGUST 14, 2019

Category: FMCG Alcoholic beverages – vodka, gin and other spirits Owner of the brand: William Grant & Sons Key competitors: Gordon’s, Tanqueray, Bombay Sapphire, Beefeater, Seagram’s Artyku? Hendrick’s Gin pochodzi z serwisu BrandStruck.

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Speaker: Sean Adams, ArtCenter College of Design

Thomas Edison once said “Vision without execution is hallucination.” This statement applies not just to invention, but to graphic design. One of the greatest strengths of graphic designers is the ability to first develop a concept and then execute it to make it real. From visualization and ideation all the way through to actuation and execution, each step of this process takes skill and expertise.

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Richard Bernabe

AUGUST 16, 2019

The new Irix 150mm f/2.8 Macro 1:1 Dragonfly Lens from Irix USA. I reviewed this manual focus telephoto macro lens which is perfect for nature macro photos. The post Irix 150mm f/2.8 Macro 1:1 Dragonfly Lens Review appeared first on Richard Bernabe.

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One Extra Pixel

AUGUST 13, 2019

Etsy has been the go-to marketplace of people wanting to sell or buy handmade products and craft supplies for many years. It provides you with features specifically created for. The post 5 Best Etsy Alternatives (with Market Overview) appeared first on Onextrapixel.

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Under Consideration / Menu

AUGUST 14, 2019

Cafe in Lublin, Poland. Designed by Motyw Studio. A lovely wordmark accents this menu with a staggered approach that splits one part of the menu into a set of shorter blue sheets and the dinner menu that displays each dish with photos, ingredient shots, descriptions, and wine pairings. Visit Okopova.

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Creative Overflow

AUGUST 15, 2019

Virtual Reality has slowly stepped into the scenes. Such that everything that we do is now slowly evolving around virtual reality. Be it the games we play or the exercises that we do, we are slowly but surely stepping into a whole new world. However, despite this fact, there’s also still the aspect of augmented reality. Such people tend to confuse the two terms.

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Speaker: Eden Spivak, Design Expert and Editor at Wix & Nir Horesh, Accessibility Lead and Senior Product Manager at Wix

When we design products or websites for people like ourselves, there are many others who are, as a result, left out. From visually impaired users who rely on assistive technology, to people with a temporary injury such as a broken arm, tech users are forever diverse and beautifully unique. The products we design can, and should, reflect the extremely wide range of human experiences and needs.

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SEGD Blog

AUGUST 12, 2019

Read Time: 2 minutes. When we have an encounter with someone who can give us the money, we need we’re naturally nervous.

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Richard Bernabe

AUGUST 13, 2019

Think Tank Photo releases the new Urban Acess Backpack which is easy to pack and even easier to access your photo gear when on the run or in the studio. The post Think Tank Photo Releases Urban Access Backpack appeared first on Richard Bernabe.

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MyInkBlog

AUGUST 15, 2019

myinkblog – I know from personal experience that when I begin a web project it’s so easy to choose a Content Management System (CMS) that I’m already familiar with. Even more so, it’s easy for me to reach for the popular choice that’s already well established. Many times this reasoning works the best. In the past, I’ve tinkered around with Drupal, Joomla and WordPress, amongst a few others.

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Illustration Age

AUGUST 14, 2019

So far in my career, knock on wood, I have enjoyed reasonable commercial success as an illustrator. No, I am not a millionaire. But I do make a decent, comfortable, middle-class income year-to-year. While this may sound like bragging, my point is that illustrators don’t have to be poor, starving artists. We can do well as both freelancers and artists for a living.

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