We’ve already highlighted some ways that designers can learn from the movies they watch, but what about photographers? “Motion pictures” have obvious parallels to photography, and image professionals could learn a thing or two from what appears on the big screen. Careful…
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In a previous article, I gave some tips for designers on how to make their clients happier. I want to continue along this line of thinking, but I want to focus on the reverse — how clients can make their designers happier. As they…
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Design trends come and go, but the basics of visual design haven’t changed a bit in the past 50 years. Technology has improved exponentially, but the old principles remain in place, unaffected by decades of fleeting fads.
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The old adage is true: time is money. Using inefficient design techniques makes for slow work, which in turn results in fewer clients, a lower hourly rate, and a portfolio with fewer impressive projects. Knowing time-saving tricks can have a subtle but…
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Graphic designers have all types of skills and styles, and where their approaches may differ, so might their equipment. The iPhone isn’t the only smartphone out there with dozens of useful design apps being produced for their platform, the Android platform has plenty of its…
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Part of the movie-going experience is the previews, and for designers, we extend that aspect to the movie posters that litter the walls of the theater. I’ll be the first to admit that I pre-judge a movie based almost entirely by its movie…
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Photoshop may have started as a Photographer’s tool, but it’s evolved into a versatile creativity catalyst. You can build fantastic images from scratch, blend images together, correct colors, and achieve just about anything else imaginable. Blending images and textures together isn’t always…
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Whether you’re an up-and-comer or a seasoned vet, graphic design requires a lot of work that can leave you feeling overwhelmed, overworked, or stressed. Truth be told, sitting in front of your computer doesn’t always help you rid yourself of fatigue or…
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WordPress is used by millions as an open-source blogging platform. Many use it to share their thoughts and experiences online. However, WordPress offers a lot more than just blogging tools; it’s actually a robust, customizable content management system, and a lot of…
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Just because you are working from behind a screen doesn’t mean you can’t be personable. You may be offering extraordinary service to your customers online, which is admirable, but remember that most people don’t easily give their trust (along with their money)…
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