Get ahead of the curve and find out what’s new in InDesign from the highly-anticipated Adobe Max 2023 event. Adobe has released its latest features for InDesign’s 2024 version, which I’m excited to incorporate into my workflow. Adobe Max 2023 was full of surprises from formatting text with ease using InDesign’s auto style feature or… Continue reading Adobe InDesign 2024 Updates | From Adobe MAX 2023
How to Quickly Fade To Black in DaVinci Resolve
What You’ll Be Creating In the realm of videography and film-making, there’s a simple elegance that is often associated with a ‘fade to black’. It’s much more than a mere ending or transition; it is a powerful tool that can evoke a myriad of emotions, making a lasting impression on the viewer. In essence, a… Continue reading How to Quickly Fade To Black in DaVinci Resolve
How to get better at all three types of design communication
Written, verbal, and visual communication are crucial to improve a designer’s process Continue reading on UX Collective »
How I learned to stop worrying and love Machine Learning
AI is actively changing the usual patterns of how users interact with digital products. For designers who want to stay ahead in this dynamic field, it’s important to understand the basics of AI. But don’t be afraid — it’s more accessible than it may seem at first glance. I will prove it in this article.… Continue reading How I learned to stop worrying and love Machine Learning
Adobe Illustrator 2024 Updates | From Adobe MAX 2023
Adobe Max 2023 has rolled out some exciting new features for Illustrator that you can try out in the new 2024 update. Illustrator continues to evolve, providing you with powerful tools and ground breaking new features such as how to convert text to vector in Illustrator and how to identify a font from an image.… Continue reading Adobe Illustrator 2024 Updates | From Adobe MAX 2023
Housing, It’s a Human Right (Part 1)
A 3-Part Series on the digital accessibility of the housing process experienced by people with disabilities. In this 3-part series, we will look at the challenges and rewards of the entire experience surrounding the process of acquiring housing for people who live with a disability. We will look at: Buying an existing home Leasing an… Continue reading Housing, It’s a Human Right (Part 1)
We’re turning designers into factory workers
Considering the availability of modern tools and recent advancements in governance (design systems), one might think designers could relax and enjoy some leisure time. Surprisingly, that’s not the case. In fact, it feels like designers have even less time than before. As we’re frantically pushing towards an auto-governed future, we ought to stop and think… Continue reading We’re turning designers into factory workers
How to define color usage through semantic sets for design systems
Specific color styles—Intent or useIf a style isn’t utilized across the entire system, the second level will define intent or use. This second level typically includes interactive, input controls, system, and accent. InteractiveMost commonly, these are your buttons. Why don’t we just say buttons? Because we may have other custom interactions down the road that… Continue reading How to define color usage through semantic sets for design systems
What is Video Marketing? Beginner QuickStart Guide for 2024
Video Marketing is a great way to reach and engage your audience, so don’t leave it out of your toolkit! In this article we’ll take a look at video marketing, explaining what it is and how you can get started with your own – plus some examples of people who are doing it really well.… Continue reading What is Video Marketing? Beginner QuickStart Guide for 2024
We need to have “The Talk”
Generative AI raises legal and ethical issues for all of us A couple of months ago I posted my concerns about the ethics of Generative Art and AI/ChatGPT. In that piece, I suggested that there need to be some Ethics and Standards guidelines in place to guide UX and Graphics professionals in the use of these… Continue reading We need to have “The Talk”
Uniqlo’s digital revolution
Uniqlo enhances its online shopping experience with innovative services like digital alteration and fit guides, which bolster consumer confidence in finding the right fit. These features are ingeniously designed to narrow the ‘experience gap’ that often distinguishes brick-and-mortar stores from their online counterparts. Online Alteration Service Designing an app presents a unique challenge: one must… Continue reading Uniqlo’s digital revolution
Where Does DaVinci Resolve Save Projects? (Location Quick-Find)
Pushing the envelope of creative innovation, DaVinci Resolve is rapidly carving a niche for itself as the preferred tool for filmmakers and video aficionados worldwide. Its exceptional capabilities in color grading, editing, and visual effects set it apart from the competition, making it a powerhouse in the realm of video editing software. However, the complexity… Continue reading Where Does DaVinci Resolve Save Projects? (Location Quick-Find)
How to navigate the insanity of behavioral science
I recently published a scientific paper on the Interactive Behavior Change Model (IBCM). The IBCM is a behavioral science system I developed during my doctorate studies. It is comprehensive, with an intuitive, theory-based structure that is easy to learn and grounded in the science of building digital products. But best of all, it’s an excellent choice… Continue reading How to navigate the insanity of behavioral science
On re-branding: EA Sports FC, Bharat and “Xwitter”
“What’s in a name?” Juliet asks in Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet. “That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Tell that to the artist who was formerly known as Prince. I do not refer to the monarch of the United Kingdom, King Charles III. Instead, I speak of when… Continue reading On re-branding: EA Sports FC, Bharat and “Xwitter”
Deque Systems Welcomes and Announces Support for WCAG 2.2
Deque Systems congratulates the W3C Accessibility Guidelines Working Group (AGWG) members on the official release of the new Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) version 2.2, which were released October 5 at 8:39 am EST. With more employees actively working to develop WCAG 2.2 within the W3C than any other business, we’re thrilled to see the… Continue reading Deque Systems Welcomes and Announces Support for WCAG 2.2
Exciting New Tools for Designers, October 2023
Compilations By Paddi MacDonnell 2 days ago Welcome to our all treats-no tricks, October tools collection. This month, we have a whole bag of goodies for designers, developers, and designevelopers alike. (Yes, we did just make up a new word.) There are some great new assets, apps, and resources for boosting your creativity and speeding… Continue reading Exciting New Tools for Designers, October 2023
InDesign Layout Mastery: Transforming Ordinary Designs into Extraordinary
What You’ll Need We’ll be using simple built-in InDesign templates for this tutorial. These are the other assets I used to customize them, so download them if you want to follow along: How to Elevate Print Design Templates Print design templates are a great way to save time; they’re cost-effective and most of the time… Continue reading InDesign Layout Mastery: Transforming Ordinary Designs into Extraordinary
How to Edit Audio & Sound in Audacity Software (Complete Guide)
Welcome to our guide on Audacity editing! This is your one-stop resource, whether you’re a novice or an intermediate user in audio editing. Audacity is a free, open-source software loved by podcasters, musicians, and video editors. It’s packed with features for all from sound manipulation to video audio enhancement. Audacity Application Screenshot for Audacity editing… Continue reading How to Edit Audio & Sound in Audacity Software (Complete Guide)
12 Best Home Security HTML Website Templates for 2023
* { box-sizing: border-box; } body {margin: 0;}*{box-sizing:border-box;}body{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;} Staff Pick HomeAlarms HomeAlarms offers a comprehensive solution for security companies, featuring smart home solutions, security services, and home alarm systems, all wrapped up in a template that includes 2 powerful contact forms and special forms for those seeking price quotes. Staff Pick Teknik Teknik is a… Continue reading 12 Best Home Security HTML Website Templates for 2023
12 Best Home Security HTML Website Templates for 2023
* { box-sizing: border-box; } body {margin: 0;}*{box-sizing:border-box;}body{margin-top:0px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;} Staff Pick HomeAlarms HomeAlarms offers a comprehensive solution for security companies, featuring smart home solutions, security services, and home alarm systems, all wrapped up in a template that includes 2 powerful contact forms and special forms for those seeking price quotes. Staff Pick Teknik Teknik is a… Continue reading 12 Best Home Security HTML Website Templates for 2023
Building a Stronger Accessibility Community in Europe (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK)
The best way to help someone in need is to extend a hand. You don’t get into the ditch with them. Sometimes, as an accessibility practitioner, the best way to help your organization is to brainstorm with other practitioners to strengthen the entire community. Learn from their mistakes. Capitalize on their successes. AbilityNet and Deque… Continue reading Building a Stronger Accessibility Community in Europe (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK)
Using Adobe Firefly for diverging color scheme suggestions
Creating color divergence with generative AI. Continue reading on UX Collective »
The constant tension between design tools and soft skills
It all started a couple of weeks ago when I was going through my feed on X. It feels weird to call “Twitter” by a different name now. It’s like that kid in high school whom you’ve known by one name for a long time suddenly changes their name, just feels odd. Anyway, I discovered… Continue reading The constant tension between design tools and soft skills
AI Prompts for a Modern Web Design Workflow
This article is meant to be dynamic. It’s designed to adapt and expand with the ongoing introduction of new web design tools and prompts. Phase 1: Research & Discover The journey of web design begins with a robust phase of research and discovery. This stage is meant to lay the groundwork for the entire project. … Continue reading AI Prompts for a Modern Web Design Workflow