Humans have an innate tendency to organize images and design elements into logical groups. The design principle of proximity formalizes this natural inclination and is a valuable tool for helping graphic designers arrange information in a way that can be easily communicated to readers. What is the Principle of Proximity?
The fourth of July is only a few short weeks away! How will you be celebrating? If you’re hosting a party or throwing a backyard bash, it’s never too early to start thinking about your party decorations and activities. To help you get ready to celebrate, we’ve compiled a list
Kraft paper is a long-time favorite for those planning rustic, casual, or whimsical weddings. There’s a misconception that Kraft paper isn’t an appropriate paper choice for more elegant affairs, but if you pair it well with your other décor elements, Kraft paper can be used for just about any theme,
Wedding season fast approaching! Whether you’re just starting to plan or if your special day is just around the corner, it’s never too early or too late to add a touch of DIY charm to your event – especially if the projects are as easy and economical as these DIY
If you feel like the ombré trend exploded overnight, you’re not alone. Ombré effects have been used in select fields for centuries, but nowadays, ombré is used in a variety of creative pursuits, from fashion design and hairstyling to graphic design, the culinary arts, and paper crafting. Ombré is more
In Part 1 of our Color Theory blog series, we learned that color theory is a logical system for organizing color and took a closer look at the basic building block of color theory – the color wheel. Seems pretty simple, right? Today, we’re going to dig a little deeper
Established scrapbookers know that there’s no better way to chronicle your family’s favorite memories than by immortalizing them as a totally unique, personalized work of scrapbooking art. But for those who are new to the art, creating attractive, artistic scrapbook layouts can seem impossibly difficult. Scrapbooking may look complicated, but
Sometimes, you need your paper projects to pack a little extra punch. Paper texture and print finish are great ways to subtly notch up your printed project’s oomph, but when you need crisp, bright print quality, glossy paper is the way to go. What is Glossy Paper? Glossy paper is
There are many ways to dress up your type design, such as combining typefaces or adjusting styles and sizes, but one of the simplest ways to add some extra oomph to your type is to reverse it. “Reversed type” is simply a light colored typeface printed or otherwise set against
We are all familiar with texture, even if we’re not always conscious of it. Everything has a texture, from smooth glass to the craggiest rock, and graphic design is no exception. Adding texture to your designs is simple. Here are some easy ways to include texture in your projects: Add
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