Adaptive Design Versus Responsive Design At this time, Google has begun a crackdown on sites that don’t utilize some form of method in making a mobile experience for users. Site ranking is taking into factor the ‘use of mobile-friendliness’ – in 2015 alone, 80% of internet users utilized smartphones. Your web site needs to utilize some way of accommodating the new generation of devices, which we can explore in the… Read More
8 Reasons You Should Learn 3D Animation
There are so many reasons why you should learn 3D animation. Here are some of the most important reasons to get up to speed in 3D, and a great way to get started. You want to do illustration work Back in the day conventional illustration techniques and drawn art were all we knew. But today 3D tools have changed most of the illustration work market. This kind of… Read More
An Oscars Performance To Remember By Lady Gaga
Written by Nicole Lewis Every year the Oscars are filled with emotion, dramatic flair, fashion, cinematography, comedy, and powerful performances. People all around the country gather for themed parties and make whole evenings out of watching the Oscars! This year, Lady Gaga delivered a momentous performance when she sang her song, “Til It Happens To You” a song co-written by Gaga and Diane Warren that addresses the issue of sexual… Read More
A Visual Story: How To Tell A Story With Digital Video
Why will you be telling a story with digital video? Your reasons may be more traditional, having to do with the story itself, or they may be more modern, a result of the benefits of the digital format. In order to tell a story with digital video you must blend digital images, sound, and a compelling narrative in a harmonious way. Whether the story is historical, instructional, reflective or persuasive,… Read More
Halloween Design Resources
Get Creative With Halloween Design Resources! Halloween is on Saturday! Get #HalloweenReady with these Halloween design resources to make your Halloween invites and events. Spooky Fonts Be prepared for your party with these classy Halloween fonts, free for download. Halloween Vectors Make things a little spooky with these sweet Halloween silhouette vectors! Halloween Vector Pattern Tutorial It’s always the most enjoyable to use your own work – this Halloween… Read More
How To Make A Custom GUI Control Generator in Autodesk Maya
Periscope Replay With 3D Animation Teacher Dave Bittorf In this short tutorial, 3D Animation Teacher Dave Bittorf, shows how to make a custom GUI Control Generator in Autodesk Maya. Dave has been teaching 3D Animation at Platt college since 2006 and has worked as a character modeler, texture artist, motion capture artist and much more for companies like Playstation 4 and the Baltimore Orioles Bio-mechanics Department. Be sure to subscribe… Read More
How To Design A Logo In Illustrator or Photoshop – 5 Helpful Tutorials
5 Illustrator & Photoshop Tutorials To Help You Practice Your Logo Design Skills Logo design is something that changes depending on the client or company you are creating it for. One way you can prepare yourself for the different challenges and requests you might encounter on such a project is by practicing! We’ve scoured the internet for 5 helpful tutorials on how to design a logo in Illustrator or Photoshop… Read More
Freebie Friday – Delectable Foodie Mockups
Present your next restaurant/brewery project in style with these easy to use photoshop mockups! Versatile Bottle Mockup by Graphic Burger This versatile bottle could be used for any numerous liquid libations showing off your newest logo concept. Notebook/iPad Mockup by Deal Jumbo A double combo – this mockup can not only show off any sketches or logo concept work and a site mockup for the iPad. Hanging Wall Sign by Graphic… Read More
Freebie Friday – Free Handwritten Fonts
Kick off your summer with some free handwritten fonts, inspirational and just waiting to be used in your next project! 1. Leathery by Ramandhani Nugraha This moto-inspired handwritten font also comes with a sweet pack of vectors, bonus! 2. Yarin by Mario Pan Deliver Yarin is tall as the days are long, and free for personal and commercial use. 3. Endless Bummer by Aaron May The name alone should get you in the mood of… Read More
Free 4th of July Design Resources
Independence Day is right around the corner, and we’ve got you covered on patriotic design supplies for flyers, posters, and other holiday projects. Enjoy these 4th of July Design Resources. Patriotic Fonts Design in American style with these patriotic fonts. Add it to your BBQ poster or send your greetings to family and friends in style. 4th of July Vectors Add some patriotic flair to your next design project with… Read More