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When it comes to design, icons and illustrations are like the silent storytellers, conveying messages, emotions, and information through images. Icons and illustrations are indispensable elements in design, serving a wide range of purposes, from enhancing user interfaces to communicating complex ideas. They hold the power to simplify, engage, and connect with the audience in …
Choosing the Best Adobe Software for Your Design Needs The eternal debate among design enthusiasts often revolves around Adobe’s two powerhouse applications: Photoshop and Illustrator. As someone who has journeyed through the creative landscape for over a decade, I’ve had my fair share of experiences with both. Photoshop: The Ruler of Raster When to Choose …
Whether you’re a fresh face in the world of web design or someone looking to brush up on the fundamentals, this post is for you. I’m here to impart my knowledge on 10 essential graphic design principles (and when to break web design rules) that have guided me through my career and continue to inspire …
As a web designer with a couple decades of experience, I’ve witnessed the transformative journey of the internet. In the early days we were building static pages by nesting tables and laboriously adding font tags to every single line of text. We already had to check and double-check whether or not our websites were looking …
In the ever-evolving worlds of web design and graphic design, staying relevant and informed about the latest trends is essential. Design trends not only keep your work fresh but also ensure that your creations resonate with contemporary audiences. I’ve been at this game a long time, so how do I stay on the cutting edge …
Explaining the differences between visual identity and brand identity can be tough, especially when the terms are often used interchangeably. But it’s simple, really. Visual identity is simply a key part of brand identity. A while back, I created a graphic for this blog post to show how both brand strategy and visual identity work …
Note! I am not currently an affiliate; I just really like this tool! I’m excited to share my personal journey with Notion and how this versatile tool has revolutionized my approach to client onboarding and project management. Sneak a peek at a project dashboard and one of the internal, collaborative pages: 1. Centralized Information Hub …
I’ve worked with many different CMS (content management systems) over the years, but two continue to be the most requested by clients: Squarespace and WordPress. Whether you’re a business owner, a blogger, an artist, or anyone looking to establish an online presence, choosing the right platform is important, though probably not as life-or-death-important as it …
Designing for Business-to-Business (B2B) clients is a unique and rewarding endeavor. However, it comes with its own set of challenges that designers need to overcome. Unlike Business-to-Consumer (B2C) design, B2B design focuses on creating solutions that address the specific needs and goals of businesses. 1. Understanding Complex Products and Services B2B products and services are …
Life has a way of throwing unexpected curveballs at us when we least expect it. The sudden and unexpected death of my husband was one of those moments that turned my world upside down (understatement of the year). Not only did it have a profound emotional impact, but it also presented unique challenges when it …