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17+ Inspirational Links to Create the Perfect Logo
A few of you viewed my banner tutorial and asked me a question: how do I create a logo!? While there is probably not a sufficient tutorial in existence to show you how to make a logo (although this one is great), there are plenty of resources. Here I’ve compiled a good approach to getting [...]
Free Web 2.0 Logos from Logo Instant
If you’re looking for a great place to get a great web 2.0 looking logo, then check out Logo Instant. With some interesting brand ideas, Logo Instant provides you with a .ai and a .psd file (just .psd for some older ones!) to get you started on customizing and utilizing your logo to the fullest.
All [...]
Color Theory 101: Color Functions
Colors can serve various functions in graphic and web design. For this reason, color is always an important part of graphically oriented designs, and in some cases, of minimal designs. The various functions that colors can serve in your design include:
background
interactive elements
emphasized elements
de-emphasized elements
Background Colors
The most basic function of color in a design is to [...]
3 Essential Elements That Every Good Header Should Have
Whenever I begin designing a website, I start with the header. The header is the first thing your visitor will see when they come to your website. For this reason, headers are extremely important. Here are some things every good header should include in their design:
A Memorable Logo
All (Most) of the Website’s Color Scheme
A [...]
