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Design Process

Taking Trips Outside of Your Design Comfort Zone

Taking Trips Outside of Your Design Comfort Zone

We explore why projects outside of our sweet spot can cause such discomfort and discuss those things we can do to meet these challenges with enthusiasm.

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?

Okay. I’m going to come out and say it. Designers are often way too territorial about their designs. It’s only natural, of course. You spend years and years developing your…

A Quick Guide to Great Website Photography

A Quick Guide to Great Website Photography

A great photo can transform a webpage. But not just any old photo will do. Finding the right image requires careful consideration. Designers don’t always get to make that decision,…

How to Handle Indescribable Uniqueness in Design

How to Handle Indescribable Uniqueness in Design

We discuss weird and indescribable uniqueness in design, share how you can handle it, and whether or not it’s necessarily a good thing.

Developing a Sense of Mythology Around Your Designs

Developing a Sense of Mythology Around Your Designs

Using personal stories and experiences, designers should master the skill of developing mythology by crafting a narrative that captivates followers.

The Case for Slowing Down the Design Process

The Case for Slowing Down the Design Process

It seems like rushing around in an effort to finish off projects is part of being a freelance designer. Clients have demands and it’s our job to meet them. And,…

How to Find Flow in Your Creative Process

How to Find Flow in Your Creative Process

As there are no sure-fire ways to make your brain productive or creative, we share tips for encouraging your mind to enter a state of flow.

Staying in Touch with What Users Want

Staying in Touch with What Users Want

As web designers, we build sites for our clients based on our own expertise. And while there are tried-and-true techniques for placing items such as navigation and calls to action,…

Finding & Using Your Own Design Voice

Finding & Using Your Own Design Voice

Your design voice – or design style, if you will – is how you choose to relay information to your audience. That sounds simple, but for the uninitiated, it can…

Taking Inspiration from the Humble Shopping Cart

Taking Inspiration from the Humble Shopping Cart