In this tutorial, we’ll construct a card UI design and discuss different CSS ways for smoothly revealing the content of each card on hover. To see all the effects, be sure to hover over the cards of the upcoming demos! Card Component Card components are a common UI pattern often used for representing blog posts,… Continue reading Create a Sliding Cards UI With HTML & CSS
Menu-Design Checklist: 17 UX Guidelines
Summary: People rely on menus to find content and use features. Use this checklist to make sure your menus do their job. Too often, we observe users struggling with menus that are confusing, difficult to manipulate, or hard to find. Avoid common mistakes by following these guidelines for usable navigation menus. Make Navigation Visible 1.… Continue reading Menu-Design Checklist: 17 UX Guidelines
10 Font Styles Every Graphic Designer Should Know
Typography is a core component of Graphic Design so it’s an important subject for every designer to learn. Typefaces are divided into classifications based on the era or characteristics of their design. Being able to identify a typeface style can help you make educated design decisions and choose the best font for your work depending… Continue reading 10 Font Styles Every Graphic Designer Should Know
How Digital Design Agencies Craft Iconic Logos Graphic Design Junction
In the world of branding, the logo is more than just a visual mark; it serves as the cornerstone of a company’s identity. A well-crafted logo can communicate the essence of a business, attract new customers, and differentiate it from competitors. This is where the expertise of a digital design agency comes into play, integrating… Continue reading How Digital Design Agencies Craft Iconic Logos Graphic Design Junction
The Power of Checkout Campaign Management
[unable to retrieve full-text content] When it comes to checkout pages, the most frequently cited word is conversion. After all, the main criteria for a successful checkout is its efficiency in terms of successful payments. Conversion can be viewed from many angles, including technical performance and client experience. Still, there are other less obvious components… Continue reading The Power of Checkout Campaign Management
15 Best Free Rounded Corner Business Card Mockups
For graphic designers, corporate branding is a delicate dance. It’s about capturing the essence of a company, translating it into a visual language, and ensuring that message resonates with the target audience. Business cards, those pocket-sized ambassadors, play a crucial role in this symphony. But before sending the final design off to print, there’s a… Continue reading 15 Best Free Rounded Corner Business Card Mockups
The rise of AI in the film industry: How AI is revolutionizing movies
Over the years, the film industry has seen some incredible transformations, but nothing quite as ground-breaking as the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI in movies is revolutionizing the way they are made, from the initial brainstorming of ideas to the final touches before hitting the big screen. But what exactly is AI, and how… Continue reading The rise of AI in the film industry: How AI is revolutionizing movies
Designer engagement report
[unable to retrieve full-text content] Top 3 problems for designers: no research, no design strategy, and no career progression Image by Matej Latin (Author) It’s been a horrible year for design. Mass layoffs from 2023 continued and got even worse. AI is threatening to take creatives’ jobs, designers need to go through up to 11 rounds… Continue reading Designer engagement report
Graphic Design Brilliance at Taiwan Exhibition
Delve into Taiwan’s Graphic Design Exhibition’s 30th anniversary, celebrating ‘love’ and commitment through thought-provoking poster design. When graphic design transcends visual aesthetics to become a medium of communication, exhibitions such as Taiwan’s become milestones. This year, K9 Design narrates a visual tale to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Kaohsiung Creative Advertising Association, blending the… Continue reading Graphic Design Brilliance at Taiwan Exhibition
Push Animation on Grid Items
Already a while back, I saw this really nice grid animation by Rémi Clauss: I was particularly interested in the grid part where the smaller items fly away while the clicked one animates to fullscreen. So I was wondering if this could be something I could easily do with the help of CSS Grid and… Continue reading Push Animation on Grid Items
32 Creative Stationery Mockups That Will Make Your Brand Stand Out
The Power of Presentation: How creative stationery mockups elevate your corporate branding! For graphic designers working on corporate branding, a logo and color palette are just the beginning. A truly cohesive brand identity extends to all touchpoints, including the seemingly small detail of business stationery. But how do you effectively showcase your vision for letterheads,… Continue reading 32 Creative Stationery Mockups That Will Make Your Brand Stand Out
All You Need to Know About Frames in Figma
Figma frames are one of the main assets for design. They serve as containers for all your design elements. Make the best of them with this 7-point checklist for frames in Figma! What is a Frame in Figma? Figma frames are essentially the containers for your design. In Photoshop, we know them as Artboards. This… Continue reading All You Need to Know About Frames in Figma
Make Your Designs Shine With This New Summer Themed Bundle
Prepare for any design project that you might face this summer with a huge upgrade to your resources library. This new Creative’s Shining Summery Collection contains a variety of tools that help you create cheeful styles and effects. Improve your illustrations with detailed brushes; add stunning text to your designs with expertly crafted fonts; and… Continue reading Make Your Designs Shine With This New Summer Themed Bundle
User Research Is Storytelling
Ever since I was a boy, I’ve been fascinated with movies. I loved the characters and the excitement—but most of all the stories. I wanted to be an actor. And I believed that I’d get to do the things that Indiana Jones did and go on exciting adventures. I even dreamed up ideas for movies… Continue reading User Research Is Storytelling
Visual Storytelling: Mastering Social Media Branding Design
In the age of information overload, social media has become a battlefield for brands vying for attention. Text alone struggles to compete in this fast-paced, visually driven landscape. Mastering social media branding design through visual storytelling can transform a brand’s online presence, driving engagement, loyalty, and ultimately, sales. This article delves into the principles, techniques,… Continue reading Visual Storytelling: Mastering Social Media Branding Design
The Ultimate Collection of Best Logo Mockups
Imagine your company’s logo is like a handshake. It’s one of the first things people see, so you want it to look good! A logo mockup is like a photo booth for your logo. It shows what your logo would look like on things in the real world, like business cards, t-shirts, or websites. Your… Continue reading The Ultimate Collection of Best Logo Mockups
Hover Motion Intro Animation | Codrops
A little hover motion effect on a grid and an intro animation. I have a real appreciation for websites that incorporate playful interactive visuals; they add a distinctive character to a brand and create an engaging experience for visitors. Recently, I came across sink.design, where they aptly refer to these visuals as “Play.” Just click… Continue reading Hover Motion Intro Animation | Codrops
Branding and Visual Identity of Woohoop by Marco Oggian
Explore the vibrant branding and visual identity of Woohoop, designed by Marco Oggian, highlighting innovative patterns and colors. Marco Oggian’s latest rebranding project for Woohoop showcases a dynamic approach to branding and visual identity. Woohoop, a leader in the customized packaging sector, sought a fresh identity that would resonate with their diverse, global clientele, which… Continue reading Branding and Visual Identity of Woohoop by Marco Oggian
Why You Should Consider Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT)
With a combination of alluring luxury, practicality and functionality, luxury vinyl tiles (LVT) stand as a testament to innovation in flooring technology. It’s quickly emerged as a popular choice for homeowners and designers due to its affordability, durability and aesthetic appeal. Unparalleled Aesthetic Appeal One of the most compelling reasons you should consider luxury vinyl… Continue reading Why You Should Consider Luxury Vinyl Tiles (LVT)
What Is Matte Painting in Photoshop?
What You’ll Need What Is Matte Painting in Photoshop? Let’s go back to the days before Photoshop because matte painting has been around for over 100 years. Originally, matte painting was a hyper-realistic backdrop used in photography and film. This technique allowed filmmakers to create detailed environments of cityscapes and landscapes using various methods. Sometimes, the… Continue reading What Is Matte Painting in Photoshop?
Trend Watch: Neo Brutalism Typography
In this article, we’ll take a brief look at neo-brutalist graphic design, its origin, its use in web design, and some awesome neo-brutalist fonts for your designs. After the great Y2K experimental revival of the early 2020s, designers were craving less and more. Neo-brutalist graphic design entered the chat, first appearing in website design and… Continue reading Trend Watch: Neo Brutalism Typography
I am a creative.
I am a creative. What I do is alchemy. It is a mystery. I do not so much do it, as let it be done through me. Article Continues Below Article Continues Below 23 Comments Share this:#section1 Become a patron Northwestern Online MS in Information Design & Strategy. Choose from tracks in content strategy, UX/UI,… Continue reading I am a creative.
What is User-Centered Design (UCD)? w/Process
With users becoming more and more educated, user-centered design is the secret sauce to the success of your digital product or service. If you are looking to learn how to unlock your product’s potential by adopting a user-centered design approach look no further. In this article, we have collated everything you need to… Continue reading What is User-Centered Design (UCD)? w/Process
Affinity Designer vs. Illustrator: Which is Better?
Affinity Designer vs. Illustrator: Features Affinity Designer Affinity Designer boasts a powerful and unique feature set. While it has sought to incorporate many of the most popular features from Illustrator, it has also differentiated itself by taking a fundamentally different approach to the workflow. Crucially, it supports both raster and vector workflows natively. Some of… Continue reading Affinity Designer vs. Illustrator: Which is Better?