Web Design Tips: What All New Designers Need To Know

Andy Pratt and Jesse Arnold are leaders in the new frontier of web design. Andy has worked with organizations including the Smithsonian Institution, Samsung, Cartoon Network, Nickelodeon, Wenner Media, Lego…

What Makes a Great Book Cover? 5 Designers Weigh In

Michael Bierut and Jessica Helfand are well versed in the art of the book cover. They’ve designed books, they’ve authored books (see covers, below), and as the founders and editors…

Lettering and Calligraphy: How to Tell the Difference

In recent years, lettering and calligraphy have experienced a resurgence in popularity. These two art forms have a strong kinship and are well worth exploring. By adding these skills to your toolkit you can bring an…

Confidence is Overrated: Debbie Millman’s Road to Success

As the voice and founder of the Design Matters podcast, Debbie Millman has interviewed designers, authors, musicians, photographers and entrepreneurs learning not only the secrets of their successful journeys, but…

No Ghosts: Logo Design Lessons from 5 Summer Blockbusters

It’s that time of year, when the summer blockbusters are released to much fanfare with overblown, Hollywood budgets. But with so many movies hitting the theaters at once, it’s sometimes…

How to Rebrand a Household Name

Stanley Hainsworth, Chief Creative Officer at Tether and Creative Director, Kari Strand, give us a behind-the-scenes take on the rebranding process for a well-known product.  Celestial Seasonings has led the…

Tips on Teaching a Craft Class That Sells Out

Windy Chien has made an indelible mark in the craft market, primarily with her line of Fat Bottomed Girls spoons. These hand-carved, wooden beauties are created using special hand tools…

You Can Be a Designer: Start With These Fundamentals

Become the designer you know you can be – learn the Fundamentals of Graphic Design from an industry-leading expert. Timothy Samara is a New York-based graphic designer and educator. He…