Summary: Use methods like 5-second testing, first-click testing, and preference testing to gain insights into how users perceive your visual design. Visual design is the first thing users notice when they encounter a digital product like a website or app. It plays a large role in capturing users’ attention, defining brand identity, and creating an… Continue reading Testing Visual Design: A Comprehensive Guide
Top 22 Website Visitor Tracking Tools You Should Use in 2025
Wondering what visitor tracking is, how it can improve your website, and what tools to use? Well, you don’t have to wonder anymore. We prepared this article to help you decide if website visitor tracking tools are the right thing for you (spoiler: They most likely are). First, let’s take a look at the basics,… Continue reading Top 22 Website Visitor Tracking Tools You Should Use in 2025
How to create a Lisa Frank-inspired cheetah pattern
Lisa Frank is a celebrated artist known for her colorful, whimsical art style. In this tutorial, we’ll learn how to create a Lisa Frank-inspired pattern that beautifully blends a rainbow gradient with a cheetah print design. Today, we will use tools like the Blob Brush Tool, Pattern Options, and freeform gradients in Adobe Illustrator to… Continue reading How to create a Lisa Frank-inspired cheetah pattern
What is form in graphic design?
The concept of form is essential in design. It’s often confused with shape, but they’re actually two different things. We’ll explore what the form is and look at some real-life applications of this key design concept. What is form in design? Form as an element of design can be defined as the positive space in… Continue reading What is form in graphic design?
Taking Control of Your Design Leadership Role: A Comprehensive Guide
If you’re a design leader, I bet you’ve had moments where you’ve questioned your role and impact. You’re not alone. Many UX professionals, including myself, have found themselves in leadership positions with high expectations but little clarity on how to navigate their responsibilities. This disconnect can lead to frustration, ineffective design efforts, and missed opportunities… Continue reading Taking Control of Your Design Leadership Role: A Comprehensive Guide
UX Conference March Announced (Mar 2 – Mar 7)
How will the Live Online Event work? Meetings will take place using the video conferencing tool Zoom, collaboration tools (such as group document editing and whiteboarding tools), and the social discussion tool Slack. You’ll also be able to use Slack before, during, and after the event to participate in social events and network with… Continue reading UX Conference March Announced (Mar 2 – Mar 7)
Adapting Mario: The plumber’s journey to the big screen
When it comes to gaming legends, few characters are as universally recognized as Mario! With his red cap, blue overalls, and signature moustache, Mario has been leaping through our screens for decades, becoming a global icon in the process. But while he’s conquered the gaming world, his journey to the big screen hasn’t exactly been… Continue reading Adapting Mario: The plumber’s journey to the big screen
What is a shape in design?
Shapes in design help us understand and communicate visually. They are like the building blocks of graphic design. Shapes affect how we see things and how we understand visual messages. Different shapes help convey messages and create a visual experience. What is a shape? A shape is a flat area filled on a surface. It… Continue reading What is a shape in design?
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What is a line? Definition and types of lines in graphic design
A line is a fundamental concept in design. It represents a straight, one-dimensional figure extending infinitely in both directions. Lines are essential in art, design, architecture, and engineering. They have a major influence on composition, perspective, and structural integrity. Understanding lines in graphic design Lines in graphic design become strong visual tools. They help us… Continue reading What is a line? Definition and types of lines in graphic design
UX and CX Merge: The Shift from Products to Journeys
Summary: Organizations are starting to merge user experience and customer experience into a single function, setting the foundation for a journey-centric-experience practice. Organizational silos and product-centric design make it difficult to resolve friction for customers who use our products and services. User-centered design is applied to digital products, but many pain points in real customer… Continue reading UX and CX Merge: The Shift from Products to Journeys
3 Design Processes for High Usability: Iterative Design, Parallel Design, and Competitive Testing
Summary: 3 methods for increasing UX quality by exploring and testing diverse design ideas work even better when you use them together. This is an updated version of an article written by Jakob Nielsen in 2011. There’s no one perfect user-interface design, and you can’t get good usability by simply shipping your one best idea.… Continue reading 3 Design Processes for High Usability: Iterative Design, Parallel Design, and Competitive Testing
15 Best Creative WordPress Themes to Showcase Your Digital Agency Portfolio
Responsive and creative WordPress themes for digital agencies that wow your clients are essential for leaving a lasting impression. A well-designed website not only highlights your agency’s expertise but also reflects your creative flair. To make a remarkable online presence, you need the perfect theme tailored to showcase your portfolio and captivate potential clients. A… Continue reading 15 Best Creative WordPress Themes to Showcase Your Digital Agency Portfolio
Treat Yourself to an Early Gift With The Winter Wonderbox
Unwrap a hamper full of fresh art and design tools with this festive-themed bundle! The Winter Wonderbox has everything you need—from frosty watercolor cliparts and shimmering textures to heartfelt greeting cards and fun ugly sweater effects. This collection is perfect for the holidays and will keep you inspired for Christmases yet to come. Don’t miss… Continue reading Treat Yourself to an Early Gift With The Winter Wonderbox
30+ Must-Have Premium Product Mockups
Impress your clients with these 30+ Premium Product Mockups. When it comes to showcasing your designs, nothing beats the power of high-quality mockups. They not only help bring your ideas to life but also present them in a professional, polished way that impresses clients and customers alike. Whether you’re working on packaging mockups, branding, or… Continue reading 30+ Must-Have Premium Product Mockups
How to create a gradient blended text effect (Spotify Wrapped inspired)
What You’ll Be Creating In the following tutorial, you will learn how to create a gradient blended text effect inspired by the Spotify Wrapped 2024 design. If you don’t have the time to create this Spotify branding design from scratch, then Envato is the solution. This creative platform offers over 2,000 Illustrator add-ons you can… Continue reading How to create a gradient blended text effect (Spotify Wrapped inspired)
Eye Health Tips for Graphic Designers
Today, graphic design work continues to be a competitive career path, with over 21,000 job openings projected yearly, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. As digitization and online marketing continue to be essential elements for businesses and brands worldwide, graphic design talent is in demand. However, graphic designers must maintain their health and… Continue reading Eye Health Tips for Graphic Designers
New Year, New Fonts: Fresh Free Fonts for Graphic Designers
As we usher in the New Year, it’s the perfect opportunity to revamp your design toolkit with a fresh collection of fonts. Typography is a vital element in any creative project, setting the tone and conveying the message with style. This year’s collection offers a range of free fonts tailored for every designer’s needs—whether you’re… Continue reading New Year, New Fonts: Fresh Free Fonts for Graphic Designers
How to use Project Neo – using 3D in Illustrator
Does Adobe have a 3D modeling program? Well it does now, with the new Project Neo (beta)! Let’s use it to create an adorable 3D illustration for Valentine’s Day. Whether you’re crafting this for a special someone or just flexing your design muscles, this step-by-step guide will make it easy and fun. We’ll cover the… Continue reading How to use Project Neo – using 3D in Illustrator
Adapting Sonic: The Blue Blur’s journey to the big screen
When you think of Sonic the Hedgehog, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s the iconic blue spikes, the red sneakers, or the way he zooms across the screen faster than you can say “chili dogs”! For over 30 years, Sonic has been one of gaming’s most recognizable characters, speeding his way into our hearts and… Continue reading Adapting Sonic: The Blue Blur’s journey to the big screen
The Biggest Challenges Practitioners Encounter Working in UX
Summary: We surveyed 126 practitioners, uncovering the biggest challenges in the UX field. Almost all responses originated from the same core problem: perception of UX. The Best — and Worst — Things About UX Earlier this year, we surveyed UX practitioners through our newsletter and LinkedIn channel. We asked respondents to reflect on their careers and answer… Continue reading The Biggest Challenges Practitioners Encounter Working in UX
Website Security Tips: Why It’s Important and How to Protect Your Site
In today’s increasingly digital world, websites have become the backbone of businesses, organizations, and personal brands alike. They serve as a point of contact, a source of information, and often, a means to conduct transactions. However, with the rise in website usage comes the rise in cyber threats. Whether it’s a personal blog, an e-commerce… Continue reading Website Security Tips: Why It’s Important and How to Protect Your Site
Creating Dynamic Terrain Deformation with React Three Fiber
In this tutorial, we will explore how to dynamically deform terrain, a feature widely used in modern games. Some time ago, we learned about how to create the PS1 jitter shader, taking a nostalgic journey into retro graphics. Transitioning from that retro vibe to cutting-edge techniques has been exciting to me, and I’m happy to… Continue reading Creating Dynamic Terrain Deformation with React Three Fiber
How to create an 80s cheesy photo portrait
If you’re into the 80s aesthetic, you surely remember the style of 80s graphics—the awkward photos with a family staring off into distance and giant heads floating behind them. These cringy photos used to be cool, then they became cheesy, and now our nostalgia has made them cool again. In this tutorial, I’ll show you… Continue reading How to create an 80s cheesy photo portrait