Web Design Ledger
JANUARY 26, 2023
Web design tools and resources, both free and premium, are designed to help you take full advantage of your creativity. Thereby enhance your ability to create stunning websites. There is a huge variety of products and services to choose from. They are ranging from complete platforms to specialized software applications. Just like design frameworks, wireframing tools, and UI enhancements.
Creative Review
JANUARY 23, 2023
Artists are furious that their work has been used as fodder for AI tools, and copyright lawsuits are mounting as a result.
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Inkbot Design
JANUARY 24, 2023
12 Steps to Finding the Perfect Logo Design Whether creating a logo for your business or starting your journey towards becoming a graphic designer, you'll likely feel the urge to achieve perfection. And if you think about logo design's tremendous impact on branding, marketing, and overall business success, that urge is justified. After all, the best way to position an organisation in a positive light is to create a visually stunning logo its target audience will associate with trustworthiness, c
Inkbot Design
JANUARY 23, 2023
UX vs UI Design: A Comprehensive Guide For Beginners You have likely heard the terms UX and UI being tossed around the design world, but they are often misused interchangeably or out of context. The reality is that UX and UI are two distinct design disciplines that work together but have different roles. Whether you are an entrepreneur looking to create a new SaaS business or an aspiring designer looking to crack into the world of technology, UX and UI design are essential tools you must underst
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
The Design Blog
JANUARY 25, 2023
How Interesting Custom Illustrations Strengthen Your Brand If you’ve looked deeply at any of the top brands, their images and designs, you’ve likely noticed that they’re customized to exemplify who they are as a company, and custom illustrations are probably a big part of that. In this blog, we’ll explain: Why stock imagery isn’t the standard anymore What custom brand illustrations are Why illustrations are important How it can benefit your organization And where you can go for high-quality ill
Spoon Graphics
JANUARY 23, 2023
Detailed vintage lettering is one of the coolest text effects you can make! Originally these kinds of embellished titles were drawn by hand as the cover art for old insurance maps from the likes of the Sanborn map company. Painstakingly illustrating artwork like this by hand is a dying art form that would have taken years of training to become a master of penmanship, but we can easily make similar text styles with digital tools.
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Design Beep
JANUARY 25, 2023
Investing in a professional website is one of the most important decisions you can make for your business. The US business landscaping is continuously expanding and evolving. More and more entrepreneurs are trying their hand at managing a business. Last 2022, 33.2 million enterprises in the US are small businesses. Sadly, not all of these businesses survive their first year.
UX Collective
JANUARY 24, 2023
How UX was proclaimed dead (again), what do AI and Elon Musk have to do with it, and what poses a real treat to the discipline of design. The desolation of UX. Photo by Julia Volk from Pexels. tl;dr: UX is a young discipline in flux, which many have pronounced dead, thanks to incompetent leadership diminishing its importance, common misconceptions about its role, and the ever–changing scope of responsibilities.
Graphic Design Junction
JANUARY 21, 2023
Modern creative Brand guidelines templates and Brand identity design for those who need a branding guide for a startup, business or rebranding company profile. Guideline presentation templates are amazing to show off your talents, skills, services, and products to your clients in a professional and beautiful way with this Services & Pricing Guide template.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 25, 2023
Mucho 's latest annual report for the University of California uses kinetic typography and eye-popping animations to reflect the financial chaos of the last twelve months. Since 2014, design studio Mucho has created the Annual Report for the University of California Investments office. But for its latest edition, it has shaken things up by chucking augmented reality into the mix to bring the contents and data to life on the page.
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Brands must create and share impactful content to thrive, but they have less people, tighter budgets, and fewer resources to do so. Learn how to publish and market digital content with the same professionalism as organizations with million-dollar budgets.
Design Milk
JANUARY 25, 2023
If you’re a fan of Design Milk, you likely love the Eameses as much as we do or you’ve at the least heard of their brand. It’s nearly impossible to be part of the world of modern design and not know of the prolific husband and wife team – Charles and Ray – responsible for co-founding the Eames Office. As creators of so many iconic designs, they and their influence have been celebrated for decades.
Creative Bloq
JANUARY 27, 2023
Award-winning Between Lines is an emotional watch.
Graphic Design Junction
JANUARY 22, 2023
?Fonts, fonts and typefaces, everyone is looking for the highest quality typography fonts for their graphic design projects. Here is a list of new free fonts, download 100% free for commercial use. All fonts are really great and professional to use in web and graphics. There are twenty seven new free fonts , perfectly fit for Logo, Branding, Packaging, T-shirt, or any design with a stand out or big typography.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 26, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock Freaked out by the idea of returning to the workplace? But can't stand another second, trapped at home, never seeing anyone in real life? Follow this helpful advice from creatives who've taken the leap and found a desk or some office space this year. Their tips will see you right. It's coming up to three long years since Covid hit.
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As the design industry evolves, teams are facing new challenges and a need to produce more outstanding creative work than ever. Leaders must learn how to adapt their processes to solve today’s—and tomorrow’s—unique design challenges. In this e-book, you’ll learn how to establish your creative workflow and leverage the power of CorelDRAW® Graphics Suite to streamline the entire design process, from start to finish.
Design Milk
JANUARY 26, 2023
At the end of a long day, a bathtub is an especially welcomed sight because the promise of rest and rejuvenation awaits, which is what the Beam alludes to even before you run the water. Designed by Sans Nom Studio and Salaris Studio for Ex.t , an Italian brand specializing in products for unconventional bathrooms, the Beam bathtub is elevated to perfection, thanks to its unique hardwood base inspired by metal architectural profiles.
Creative Bloq
JANUARY 26, 2023
Discover the future of typography.
Graphic Design Junction
JANUARY 23, 2023
Download hoodie mockups in PSD format to present your apparel designs and artwork that will look printed ona hoodie. The photo-realistic hoodie mockup templates are customize fully via smart objects. Easy to use just insert designs on the hoodie, change the colors of metal rings and string, also separately adjust the light and dark areas. Best hoodie mockup templates with detailed fabric and correct texture unwrap for a 3D object, allowing you to reproduce any design idea on your hoodies.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 26, 2023
Credit: &Walsh / Lex &Walsh has rebranded Lex , an app designed to help LGBTQ+ people find new friends & local community through conversation and expression. The brand direction is centred on the idea that Lex is a queer playground with a raw edge: a dynamic, ever-growing space that encourages users to explore authentic relationships with themselves, their city, and their community.
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In today’s competitive markets, how do you make sure that your content not only stands out but performs well? How can you predict whether certain design choices will result in clicks, engagement, downloads, and other drivers of ROI? Shutterstock’s Creative Insights Report (Q3) is your window into the hottest trends that are transforming the creative world.
Design Milk
JANUARY 26, 2023
Inspiration can strike anywhere, any time. Take for example designer Adam Miklosi , who observed how his phone charger cable had wound and wrapped around a blister pack of sore throat lozenges while in his backpack in a manner that almost seemed as if they were intentionally designed for the function. Thus was born the co. cable organizer. Inspired by the extruded cylindrical grid of his lozenge blister pack, the freelance Budapest-based industrial designer immediately turned to Shapr3D and Vray
BP&O
JANUARY 26, 2023
2022 was, let’s say, an interesting year for Forskningsrådet (The Norwegian Research Council). The public institution, which provides public funding for research and innovation across a wide range of fields, usually operates without controversy or intense public scrutiny. This changed in September 2021 when Norway held its national elections and got itself a change of government.
Creative Bloq
JANUARY 23, 2023
Colour me impressed.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 26, 2023
Comic strip artist Steve Nelson, better known as Snelse , has brought delight to millions with his wonderfully witty Confused.com cartoons. Here he reveals how his background in comedy kick-started his career as an illustrator. If you read The Evening Standard or spend your free time scrolling through Instagram (who doesn't?), you've probably stumbled across the hilarious work of Brighton-based illustrator Steve Nelson.
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.
Design Milk
JANUARY 26, 2023
When creating the concept behind the Ripple Apartment in Singapore, Right Angle Studio sought to evoke the tranquility of water. The original layout has been replaced with a modern, light-filled setup, while the overall design feels calm and serene. Natural materials and neutral shades create a cohesive look throughout without being drab. A custom marble dining table is paired with four beige-colored Drop chairs with black legs from Fritz Hansen.
Booooooom
JANUARY 26, 2023
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SpeckyBoy
JANUARY 22, 2023
CSS has become an all-powerful language. What started as a means to add basic styling to text and other design elements is now capable of much more. We can use it to craft virtually any layout imaginable. Special effects and interactivity that used to require JavaScript or browser plugins are now supported natively. The language has gone from a basic tool to one of the foundational technologies behind every website.
UX Collective
JANUARY 27, 2023
Seeing creativity as a system simplifies the creative process & allows for better management of creative energy over time. As a creative, I’ve devoted the past seven years to mastering my craft, which I find endlessly rewarding. However, maintaining a steady flow of inspiration and output can be a challenge. This has been especially true during the last couple of years with all the turbulence and chaos in the world.
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.
Design Milk
JANUARY 27, 2023
Self-taught multidisciplinary contemporary artist b. Robert Moore thinks of art as more than a career – he thanks it for saving his life. He began painting as a mental and emotion outlet to counter drug addiction and alcoholism. He shared, “As a recovering alcoholic and addict, art is my therapy and I find fulfillment in producing the work as a healthy alternative to addiction and mental health disorders (aka super powers).
We And The Color
JANUARY 23, 2023
Check out this handpicked selection of colorful magazine covers created by Made Up Studio, a creative studio run by designer and illustrator Charles Williams. What stands out most is the intense use of colors and the flowing shapes. They make bold statements that speak to the reader at the first glance. Definitely a great inspiration for graphic designers looking to create eye-catching magazine cover designs!
SpeckyBoy
JANUARY 27, 2023
On-Scroll Typography Animations – Effects that add an extra layer of creativity to a website. GSAP CodePens 2022 – Explore this collection of code snippets featuring the popular animation library. 8 CSS & JavaScript Snippets That Celebrate Books – Check out examples that recreate the look and experience of books. Complete Guide To Make You a Regex Guru – This handy resource will help you tame a complicated subject.
UX Collective
JANUARY 24, 2023
A casual analysis of our current design industry compared to the old days and principles, and why it's important to step back and re-think our path. A brave new world There was a time when we had artists carefully crafting their deep, emotional and ground-braking music, with end-to-end concept and amazing poetic lyrics, further compiling the carefully recorded masterpiece into an album and shipping physical copies for the world to admire — and still being financially successful at it — or wh
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