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I thought this article was pretty interesting about finding the designer who created the “Solo Jazz” famous design from the 90’s. The kicker is she worked at the Sweetheart Cup Company and submitted the design from a contest. This design has been seen on cups, paper plates, nail art, t-shirts and more. She never received any credit for her design nor any royalties. Maybe she can be famous now.
I went to a cookie exchange recently, and it was really fun. I can honestly say my molasses cookies tasted amazing. They’re my grandmother’s recipe, and I make them exactly how I like them. But I didn’t dress them up at all. No sugar dusting, no drizzle, no festive...
If you’re asking, “Who can I hire to design my small business branding?” — the answer is me! Lately, I’ve been getting the question, “Can you recommend a graphic designer?” Although I have focused on web design, I’m a professional graphic designer with a degree in...
In both web and graphic design, there’s a classic principle borrowed from architecture: “Form follows function.” It means that design should serve its purpose first—before it tries to impress visually. But is it really that simple? Function First—But Not AloneA...
What is Consistency in Graphic Design and Branding? Consistency in graphic design and branding is ensuring your visual elements—logos, colors, typography, and imagery—are consistent across the board wherever you are visible. If you like to do things yourself, it is...
BeforeAfterI take your current WordPress website and keep the layout and content but revamp the graphics, colors, and fonts. We can even revisit the on-page search engine optimization. Take a look at the website facelift for Spiritual Energy Dynamics.
Canva vs Photoshop I have been playing around with Canva over the past few months. I still love Photoshop and Illustrator as the graphic designer's choice, but I can see the benefits of Canva. Here are some key differences between Canva vs Photoshop. Complexity:...
I was just reading an article on Communication Arts on what inspires creativity. If you want to check it out, the article is called "Five Designers Share Their Treasured Finds". For me, I can find my creativity by doing research online, and looking at many different...
Did you know font choices are an important part of your branding, whether it be a new logo or website? Whenever I begin a new project, I send out a creative brief to be filled out and sent back, so I can get an idea of the look and feel. Guidelines for Font Usage -...
Check the print and e-book cover I designed for Steffany Barton of angelsinsight.com. This is a visual book giving hope in the midst of difficulties. Stephany wanted to convey darkness turning to hope as the cover design.
For the most part, I have been able to get many great quality images on the many free stock photo websites. Here are a few of the places I use as resources for great free and low-cost images for your marketing. Pixabay.com Stockvault.com Pexels.com www.vecteezy.com...
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