Most of the readers on DesignFestival probably already know which colors to avoid in advertising, so for those of you who fall into this category, this article is simply to give you a bit of humor to brighten your day. However, if…
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Color is extremely important in the design world. Savvy designers with a background in color theory choose colors deliberately for connotations that strengthen their design. Well-chosen colors can transform good work into spectacular work, and poorly-chosen colors can spell disaster for any…
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Some say that a picture is worth a thousand words. And, the more impact that picture has, the more it has to say. The right image can be used to garner attention and tell a deliberate story with careful alterations. That’s why…
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I love color! In fact, one of the ways that a website entices me to hang around awhile is with a creatively colorful design. Some websites are brimming full of various contrasting colors, others have stunning photos full of vivid colors, and…
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With the new year shortly upon us, many like to take the opportunity to declare some new year’s resolutions. Perhaps you’re not a person who worries about new year’s resolutions (I, for one, am not), but it doesn’t mean that you can’t…
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Festivity is in the air these days; every place is being decorated with Christmas trees, ornaments and colorful lights. In the meantime, web designers are also focusing on creating their own festive artworks, whether it’s a greeting card, a holiday advertisement, or…
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Never judge a book by its cover, or so the old adage goes, but let’s be honest with ourselves — we evaluate all sorts of things based on their appearance. It’s no different when it comes to design, especially when it comes to…
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Ah, food. Societies across the world use food to draw people together, to make a living, and even as a part of spiritual practices. Food has a primal, visceral way of making our mouths salivate, even if we only see it in…
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Landscape photography is a common element found in layouts, landing pages, and a variety of other marketing materials. If your landscape photos are only destined for your personal photo album, it may be best to leave them in their authentic state. But,…
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First impressions are everything. How you look and how you present yourself can determine how you are perceived. The same goes for our design work. The impression that our work gives depends on a myriad of different factors. One of the most…
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