Posted · Category: Best Collections, Design, Inspiration, Tools <!– –> If you are building a website from scratch you have to rely heavily on your own creativity to achieve any measure of success. In truth, building a great website lies in the underpinning the tools you use are able to create. Drag and drop alone… Continue reading 10+ Great Tools & Resources you need to try in 2025
How to create a movie poster using AI with ImageGen and ImageEdit
With the implementation of AI in the creative world, Envato has introduced its own collection of AI features via Envato Labs. In this tutorial, we’ll be creating a movie poster using ImageGen and ImageEdit. With an Envato subscription, you can create eye-catching designs with simple or detailed prompts in just a few minutes. From here,… Continue reading How to create a movie poster using AI with ImageGen and ImageEdit
On-trend stretchy text with After Effects
Let’s begin by taking a look at what we’re working towards: At the core of this technique is the After Effects plugin CC Power Pin. The “CC” means this effect was developed by Cycore, and ships for free with After Effects. It’s an evolved version of the dated “Corner Pin” effect, and has some distortion… Continue reading On-trend stretchy text with After Effects
Everything you need to know about Lottie animations
2. Lottie vs GIF: Which one is better? You might still be wondering why you should switch to Lotties, especially since GIFs are already so easy to use (plus they’ve been around forever). So let’s look at Lottie vs. GIF and break it all down: Smaller file size: While GIFs can be huge and… Continue reading Everything you need to know about Lottie animations
How to draw gingham pattern in Photoshop
In this quick tutorial, you’ll learn what a gingham pattern is and how to create this pattern in Photoshop. Because it’s such a simple print, it will also be a useful lesson in how to make patterns in Photoshop in general! So, let’s get started! How to create a gingham pattern in Photoshop Step 1… Continue reading How to draw gingham pattern in Photoshop
Product Redesign Proposal: Structure & Tips
[unable to retrieve full-text content] Image by Tamanna Rumee Product redesign is an inevitable thing. No matter how good your original product is, you will likely decide to redesign it at some point in time. Maybe your audience’s preferences shift so you will need to adapt to the new market demand, or maybe you decide to… Continue reading Product Redesign Proposal: Structure & Tips
Amazing Lettering Illustration Work by Risa Rodil
Today, we are featuring the incredible work of Risa Rodil, a talented designer, letterer, and illustrator from Manila, Philippines. Known for her vibrant, energetic, and playful style, Risa’s creations bring typography to life with bold colors, dynamic compositions, and a touch of whimsy. Her lettering illustration work showcases a perfect blend of creativity and precision,… Continue reading Amazing Lettering Illustration Work by Risa Rodil
Top 20 Luxury Serif Fonts for High-End Branding
In the AI world, modern luxury fonts define the essence of premium branding, setting the tone for sophistication and exclusivity. Whether designing for upscale fashion labels, high-end hotels, or luxury product packaging, choosing the right typography is crucial. Luxury fonts elevate brand identity, making a lasting impression through elegant letterforms, refined details, and a timeless… Continue reading Top 20 Luxury Serif Fonts for High-End Branding
30 Best Startup WordPress Themes 2025
Startup WordPress themes are pre-designed templates tailored to meet the needs of new businesses. These themes are built with startups in mind, offering features like responsive design, easy customization, and integration with essential tools like email marketing services, analytics, and e-commerce platforms. Whether you’re launching a tech company, a creative agency, or an online store,… Continue reading 30 Best Startup WordPress Themes 2025
Deque Systems wins the Excellence in Digital Inclusion award at the 9th Middle East Banking AI & Analytics Summit 2025
We’re thrilled to announce that Deque Systems has been presented with the Excellence in Digital Inclusion award at the 9th Middle East Banking AI & Analytics Summit 2025. This prestigious award recognizes our dedication to creating digital experiences that are accessible and inclusive for everyone, including people with disabilities, and the impact of our work… Continue reading Deque Systems wins the Excellence in Digital Inclusion award at the 9th Middle East Banking AI & Analytics Summit 2025
Kate Moran about UX Leadership and AI in UX Research
“I think UX professionals are better qualified for leadership roles than they (often) realize. That empathy and passion we have for users is just as important when applied to the business and the people you’re responsible for.” – Kate Meet Kate Moran – a globally recognized UX expert, UX researcher, and a Vice President at… Continue reading Kate Moran about UX Leadership and AI in UX Research
Free Minimal A4 Letterhead Mockup with Business Card
Looking for a free stationery mockup to showcase your brand identity in a professional way? This minimal style free A4 letterhead mockup with business card mockup is the perfect solution! Whether you’re a designer, marketer, or business owner, this high-quality stationery mockup allows you to present your branding designs effortlessly. An A4 letterhead mockup is… Continue reading Free Minimal A4 Letterhead Mockup with Business Card
User-Interface Elements: Glossary
Summary: Use this glossary to quickly clarify definitions for key graphical user-interface elements and controls. UX research and design require knowledge and understanding of many jargon terms denoting various UI components and controls. Jump to a definition in the table or review the complete glossary. 2D-Matrix Input Control A specialized input control used primarily in… Continue reading User-Interface Elements: Glossary
How to create a gold 3D text effect in Spline
A glowing gold text effect is a perfect way to add a touch of elegance and luxury to your designs. In this tutorial, we’ll use Spline, a 3D design tool, to create a 3D text effect and bring it to life with animation, making it look dynamic and polished. Whether you’re working on branding, social… Continue reading How to create a gold 3D text effect in Spline
The BEST Spoon Graphics Tutorials from 2024
2024 is coming to an end, so let’s take a look back at my tutorial videos from the past year and see which topics proved to be the most popular. Once again my Neon Light Effect Photoshop Tutorial from back in 2021 continues to dominate my YouTube Analytics as my best performing video, now with… Continue reading The BEST Spoon Graphics Tutorials from 2024
30 FREE Flag Banner Mockups For Promoting Brands
In today’s fast-moving digital world, grabbing your audience’s attention is tougher than ever. With so many brands competing for visibility, businesses need fresh and visually engaging ways to stand out. One highly effective approach is using flag banner advertisements—a dynamic tool for promoting brands, products, and events. When combined with flag banner mockup PSDs, these… Continue reading 30 FREE Flag Banner Mockups For Promoting Brands
How to create a polka dot pattern in Adobe Illustrator
What You’ll Be Creating In the following tutorial, you will learn how to make a polka dot pattern in Adobe Illustrator from scratch and how to use it. What you’ll learn in this tutorial How to make a pattern in Illustrator How to make a red polka dot pattern How to make… Continue reading How to create a polka dot pattern in Adobe Illustrator
How to draw gingham pattern in Adobe Illustrator
What You’ll Be Creating In the following tutorial, you will learn how to make several variations of a gingham pattern in Adobe Illustrator from scratch. What you’ll learn in this tutorial How to make a pattern in Illustrator What is a gingham pattern? How to make a gingham pattern 1. How… Continue reading How to draw gingham pattern in Adobe Illustrator
UserTesting Pricing in 2025: How Much Does UserTesting Cost?
❕ Important note: This review site presents information relevant for researchers, not for participants in the user panel. Key Takeaways 💸 UserTesting delivers real-time user insights, but its high costs, unclear pricing, and seat limitations make it an expensive choice. 📉 UserTesting’s pricing is not publicly listed, forcing potential buyers into sales calls with unclear cost… Continue reading UserTesting Pricing in 2025: How Much Does UserTesting Cost?
21 Best Luxury Serif Fonts
Luxury fonts have long been synonymous with sophistication and timeless appeal, making them a cornerstone of high-end design. When it comes to creating a sense of elegance and exclusivity, serif fonts stand out as a top choice for designers. Their refined strokes and classic structure exude a sense of tradition while seamlessly adapting to modern… Continue reading 21 Best Luxury Serif Fonts
Post-Launch Optimization: 5 Steps to Long-Term Website Success
Discover why your post-launch optimization strategy might be failing and learn how to implement a data-driven approach for continuous improvement. I’ve witnessed this scenario countless times: organizations invest substantial resources into launching a new website, only to neglect post-launch optimization once it goes live. This oversight is a critical mistake that can significantly undermine the… Continue reading Post-Launch Optimization: 5 Steps to Long-Term Website Success
Digital accessibility and the cost of exclusion
In my previous Proactive Perspectives article, I explored lessons from the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), discussed what to do when digital accessibility goals remain elusive, and shared strategies for managing disruption and keeping your program on track. Today, I want to build on those strategies by looking more closely at opportunities and… Continue reading Digital accessibility and the cost of exclusion
How to create a broken glass effect in Photoshop
In today’s tutorial, we will be covering how to create a broken glass effect in Adobe Photoshop. We’ll be recreating an effect that was used on the Black Mirror logo for a promo poster, but using our own shapes and design. The best part about this effect is that it’s so simple and versatile! You… Continue reading How to create a broken glass effect in Photoshop
How to Include AI in Your Graphic Design Workflow
The popularity of AI design (and other search-related terms) is at an all-time high now. For the past two years, search interest for this keyword has skyrocketed, with a growth rate of 488% from Jan 2023 to Feb 2025. This means that more and more professionals are leveraging AI design tools for their graphic design… Continue reading How to Include AI in Your Graphic Design Workflow