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How to Get Past the Limitations of Your Design Skills

How to Get Past the Limitations of Your Design Skills

Have you ever looked through design books or online publications, keeping up to date on what’s happening in the industry, when you happen upon a bunch of work that’s leaps…

How to Handle Losing Your Motivation as a Designer

How to Handle Losing Your Motivation as a Designer

We share a technique you can use when you’re feeling burnt out and can’t bear to take one more step to complete that big creative project.

The Symbiotic Relationship Between Designers and Copywriters

The Symbiotic Relationship Between Designers and Copywriters

We explore some of the things designers can learn from copywriters to improve problem-solving strategies and communicate better.

Does A Designer’s Opinion Mean More Than The User’s?

Does A Designer’s Opinion Mean More Than The User’s?

Understanding the gap between designers’ opinions and user needs, and bridging it for better outcomes.

Leveraging the Power of Sushi to Improve Your Designs

Leveraging the Power of Sushi to Improve Your Designs

Sushi has been popular in the Western world since the 1970s, when it was introduced to diners in the U.S. You probably have a strong opinion about it – either…

20 Things You Didn’t Know About Pop Art

20 Things You Didn’t Know About Pop Art

Discover 20 fascinating facts about pop art that you probably didn’t know, enriching your art knowledge.

The Case for Slowing Down the Design Process

The Case for Slowing Down the Design Process

The benefits of slowing down the design process, leading to more thoughtful, creative, and satisfying work.

How Conquering Your Fears Can Make You a Better Designer

How Conquering Your Fears Can Make You a Better Designer

Web design requires us to constantly juggle multiple projects and responsibilities. That can lead to fear and second-guessing.

How to Navigate Design Politics

How to Navigate Design Politics

Design politics can seem insurmountable. But a savvy web designer may be able to save the day. We look at some ideas to help you get things back on track.

Sifting Through Design Information Overload

Sifting Through Design Information Overload

Tips for managing the overwhelming amount of design information available online, focusing on what’s most relevant and beneficial.

Performing a Yearly Analysis of Your Design Business

Performing a Yearly Analysis of Your Design Business

The importance of conducting a yearly analysis of your design business for growth, improvement, and strategic planning.

The Five Forgivable Sins of a Freelance Designer

The Five Forgivable Sins of a Freelance Designer