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Graphic Design Trends for Long-Form Content

28 May 2020

From full-screen photography to typography, we share the ways to elevate your long-form content with good design.

typeface and other design predictions for 2020

2020 Vision: Five Graphic Design Predictions for the New Year, And an Update on Last Year’s Five Predictions

18 December 2019

Has it really been a year? 2019 has been an interesting year in the world of graphic design, and 2020 should prove to be a compelling one as well. There are five graphic design predictions that I’m quite confident about for the coming year. But first, let’s see how last year’s forecast played out. I…

Picture Perfect: Using Visual Images to Boost Your Copy

01 December 2019

As the old saying goes, a picture is worth a thousand words. Good quality pictures evoke emotion, and emotions often lead to action. And, most importantly, action means success for your campaign. Once you see how visual support can enhance your written copy, you may never go without it again. The right visual components, combined…

5 of the Best Websites for Graphic Design Inspiration

16 September 2019

Hitting a creative block? From vintage movie posters to contemporary works, check out our favorite websites for graphic design inspiration.

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Graphic Design Clickbait | “New” Helvetica Typeface Refresh

23 May 2019

There is a “new” Helvetica, but Helvetica as we know it certainly didn’t become obsolete. Here’s what we think of the new version.

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5 Graphic Design Predictions for 2019, and an Update on Last Year’s Prognostications

23 February 2019

2019 arrives with two overreaching design trends on the horizon, bold experimentation historic design elements on the other.

the power of logos

Formula 1, Airbnb and the Power of Logos

21 November 2018

It’s not every day that graphic design makes the front page, at least at least not as the topic for discussion. Uber’s made the news again recently, with yet another new logo—their fourth in recent years. Dunkin’ Donuts just announced that they are dropping “Donuts” from their well-known logo. Even the Ad Council replaced its…

brand strategy

Do All Designers Create Logos? How Much Should a Logo Cost?

29 May 2018

The myth of the Five Dollar Logo, and why it matters for your brand strategy. The conversation always goes something like this: “So, I’m starting a new business and well…I need a logo. Interested?” If we’re on the phone, what usually follows is a pause. If we’re communicating by email, there’s usually a suspiciously long…

graphic design trends 2018

Where We Went: Were the Five Graphic Design Predictions We Made for 2017 Accurate? And What’s Next?

14 February 2018

A little over a year ago, we gave our predictions for the graphic design trends we thought would go big in 2017. So, just how accurate was our crystal ball? Illustration would return in a big way: true Our designer Ryan (who wrote this piece!) works with at least two large firms who’ve hired illustrators for…

Where We Are Headed: Five Graphic Design Trends for 2017

01 December 2016

2016 has been a year of ups and downs. As always, the events of the world have influenced the world of design. With that in mind, here are five design trends we predict will make an impact in 2017. The return of illustration After being pushed to the side for many years, what with computers taking over…

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