Graphic Design Posts

2013 Color Trends for the Web

The web has fads that come and go, and color is one of these trends to keep in mind. The use of color on a website sets the mood and visually communicates the brand personality of a website. For 2013, we are seeing both the use of calmer, more subdued color palettes as well as […]

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Technology Trend: Adobe Creative Cloud

For web designers and developers, using cloud-based software has become the norm. Our days are spent creating Google Docs, sifting through DropBox, screen-sharing for collaboration and Skyping on client calls. One of the design community’s longtime tools, Adobe Creative Suite, has ascended into the cloud with their new software, Adobe Creative Cloud. This is a […]

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When is a one-page website a good option for a website?

When is a one-page website a good option for a website?

Single-page websites can be a great solution for small businesses and clients with modest budgets. These types of websites display content on a single page, giving users a unique experience by encouraging vertical scrolling rather than clicking through to interior pages. Today, we’ll explore the benefits and risks associated with developing a single-page website, as […]

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Sketch your way to user experience success

The well-known adage “a picture is worth a thousand words” means a lot when it comes to planning a website. In his book Sketching User Experience, UX guru Bill Buxton wrote that sketching “does not represent a refined proposal, but rather simply suggests a tentative concept.” It’s the freedom, energy, and minimal detail of simple […]

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Web design: How do you decide on a typeface?

Bold typeface

There are a variety of font options available these days, but how do you choose the right one? When making type decisions for your website, it’s important to consider readability, pairing, kerning, and more. Readability Avoid using a small font size for the main sections of website copy. Aim to keep your text between 12 […]

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