Have you ever heard the term “gestalt” and thought “what the heck does that mean?!”? You’re not alone. The term “gestalt” is thrown around in a lot of different contexts, but its meaning is particularly relevant to graphic designers. Don’t be thrown off by its name – gestalt principles are
The process of turning a blank sheet of paper into a fabulous paper craft or eye-catching design project can feel like a marathon. In addition to the intricacies of the design and crafting process, there are a number of other ways you may have to finish or process your paper
We’ve covered stamping, embossing, and layering – now it’s time to turn our attention to one more easy but versatile crafting technique: stenciling! When you think about “stenciling”, do you think of those punchy designs people used to paint around their walls just below the ceiling? Well, you can wave
Typography has its own unique lexicon filled with strange-sounding terms and confusing distinctions. While you may be familiar with basics like “baseline” and “x-height”, terms like “gadzook”, “quaint”, and “tittle” may be new to your vocabulary. So without further ado, here are 13 typography terms you probably don’t know (but
Stamping and embossing are two great options for adding texture and dimension to your paper crafts, but if you don’t have the time or the tools for either technique (or if you just want to try something a little different!) paper layering is a simple but equally striking alternative. What
Consistency is the uniform use of an element or style, and repetition involves (surprise!) repeating the same elements or styles within a single composition or across multiple pages. They may not seem sexy or exciting, but they’re important aspects of effective graphic design. Consistency and repetition aid readability and comprehension,
The 4th of July is almost here, and with it comes an annual profusion of red, white, and blue. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, catching a fireworks show, or just spending the day at home with your family, there are tons of quick and easy decorations you and your kids
Have you ever noticed how a piece of scrapbook paper feels different than a piece of photo paper? That’s because photo paper is coated, and scrapbook paper generally isn’t. What’s the difference? Let’s find out. Coated Paper Coated paper is – you guessed it – coated with another agent. This
Dad can be a difficult person to buy a gift for. Every year, I struggle with what to get my Dad to show him how much I love him, and I always end up giving him the same thing: a case of beer and his favorite dessert. Perhaps I should
Graphic design is about more than just placing text and elements and choosing typefaces and color palettes. Like any field, there are best practices and principles you can (and should!) follow to make sure you put forth your best work every time. There are eight graphic design principles that can
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