For any graphic designer aiming to stay at the forefront of their field and foster innovation, keeping up with evolving trends is crucial, especially in the fast-paced realm of design. As we move through 2024, a wide array of trends and elements are shaping the future of design across various mediums. The team at Piktochart have identified a collection of emerging trends … [Read more...]
10 Best And Worst Redesigns Of Famous Logos
In the dynamic world of branding, the decision to redesign a logo represents a pivotal moment in a company's journey, signaling evolution, reinvigoration, or sometimes, a return to its roots. The outcomes of such endeavors vary widely, offering a variety of lessons on what resonates with the target audience and what falls flat. As we go through different brands' attempts … [Read more...]
Pepsi Has Found A Hidden Design Flaw In Coke Cans And They’re Trolling Them
Pepsi Max's new "Tastes OK" campaign in Australia is a clever twist on their established "Tastes Better" messaging, this time putting a spotlight on a subtle detail in the competitor's name that many of us might have overlooked. By focusing on the word "OK" found in Coke's branding on Diet Coke cans, Pepsi Max is inviting consumers to think twice about their beverage choice … [Read more...]
“How Do I Center Texts Correctly Vertically?”
In a recent engaging post on Reddit, a user shared an intriguing image that presented three distinct methods for vertically centering text, using key typographical elements - capital letters, ascenders (the parts of letters that extend above the baseline, such as in "h" or "d"), and descenders (the portions that drop below the baseline, found in letters like "p" or "g"). The … [Read more...]
Design Roles: The 10 Types Of Designers And Their Super Powers
In the ever-evolving landscape of design, the roles and skills of designers have diversified, catering to every imaginable aspect of visual and experiential creation. From the meticulous crafting of brand identities to the intricate art of making data digestible through design, the spectrum of design roles speaks to a world where aesthetics meets functionality in profound … [Read more...]
Find Your ‘Typographic Soulmate’ With This Font-astic New Quiz
Monotype has rolled out a clever game right before Valentine's Day, serving as a matchmaker between you and your "typographic soulmate," and injecting a fresh vibe into the hunt for your ideal font. The quiz, titled Font Connection, begins with a collection of easy-going questions aimed at understanding your personality, from picking your ultimate holiday spot to how you … [Read more...]
6 Graphic Design Movies Every Designer Should Watch
When we're on the lookout for fresh ideas and inspiration, we usually stick to our favorite websites, blogs, and social media. But, did you know there's a whole world of inspiring movies and documentaries on the internet about all sorts of creative topics? The tricky part is to find them. Branding and design agency Web Whisperers have picked out some of the top short … [Read more...]
If Fonts Hung Out Together, What Would Their Conversations Be Like? Watch Here
LA-based singer, songwriter, and content-creator Elle Cordova has come up with a series of videos that imagine different types of typefaces hanging out together, and the funny conversations between them. It's a hilarious take on the characters behind our characters, making you think twice about who you're inviting to your next "document party". The videos have gone viral … [Read more...]
Are You A Font Expert Or A Rookie? Take This Tricky Quiz And Find Out
How well do you know the fonts you work with everyday? Bangalore-based UX designer Karan Sanas realised that he was unable to identify a font he uses daily, amongst a group of similar looking fonts. So he made a mini-game called Owen Sans that tests your knowledge of popular fonts (or typefaces, sorry purists). Why 'Owen Sans'? Because Karan works frequently with Open … [Read more...]
I Challenged Myself To Create Good Designs Using The Worst Fonts Of All Time
They say that there is no such thing as a bad font. There are only bad uses for fonts. Each font serves its intended purpose. Los Angeles-based freelance graphic designer and YouTuber Jesse Nyberg decided to challenge himself to see how good of a graphic designer he is. He asked his viewers to share their least favourite fonts, and then set out to create good, or at least … [Read more...]
8 Types Of Logos With Examples
The effectiveness of a logo depends on various factors, including the brand's goals, target audience, industry, and overall brand identity. However, there are a few key types of logos that are often considered effective in different contexts. Ireland-based design director Andrew Warner has come up with a handy visual guide that lists the different types of logo designs, with … [Read more...]
33 Memes That’ll Make Every Designer Laugh
Calling all graphic designers, pixel pushers, and Photoshop wizards! Are you tired of staring at your screen, battling uncooperative clients, and squinting at never-ending lines of code? Well, fear not, because we have the ultimate antidote to your creative woes: funny memes designed especially for you! Prepare to chuckle, snort, and maybe even snort-laugh as we dive into a … [Read more...]
Top 7 Graphic Design Trends Of 2023
In today’s visually driven world, graphic design holds the power to shape the way we communicate, interact, and engage with our surroundings. As the foundation for branding, advertising, and digital media, graphic design not only fuels creative innovation but also has the potential to influence consumer behavior and evoke emotional connections. Understanding and staying … [Read more...]
The 20 Best Logos Of All Time
A logo is a visual representation of a company or brand, and an essential part of any successful marketing strategy. A good logo conveys a brand's message, values, and identity in a simple yet memorable way, making it instantly recognizable and easy to remember. Over the years, we’ve seen some great examples of logo design, but only a select few have stood the test of time. … [Read more...]
Top 10 Ways To Use ChatGPT For UX Design
In the fast-paced and ever-changing world of technology, UX designers need all the help they can get to keep up with the latest trends and tools. ChatGPT, a state-of-the-art language model developed by OpenAI, offers a new and innovative way to assist UX designers in their work. Whether it's generating ideas, writing copy, or creating design guidelines, ChatGPT has the … [Read more...]
The Art Of Deck Making – How To Create Presentations That Win Clients
"The success of your presentation will be judged not by the knowledge you send, but by what the listener receives." - Lilly Walters. A good presentation deck will tell a story that will connect with the client on an emotional level. Before we ask our clients to make a financial investment, we must first ask them to make an emotional one. Just like any form of … [Read more...]
Top 8 Graphic Design Trends For 2023
The need for good design has never been more relevant than in today's challenging economic environment. Now more than ever, brands need effective visual communication that is eye-catching, contemporary, and helps them connect with their audiences across several platforms. Information design platform Venngage has come up with an insightful report on graphic design trends that … [Read more...]
Top 20 Free Games For Graphic Designers
Who says games can't be educational? In today's post, we've rounded up 20 of the coolest design-centric games that teach the basic concepts and fundamentals of design. These games help you learn about colors, fonts, typography, UI design, Photoshop and Illustrator tools, logos, and more. The best part is that all these games are free and browser-based. You don't have to … [Read more...]
Designer Creates Typographic Logos Of Superheroes Using Their Faces And Names
Logo designer Sergey Kyrmanov has come up with an interesting project that features typographic logos of superheroes that combine their names with their facial appearance. The logos have been designed in a way that the name of the superhero takes the shape of the character's face or mask. For example, the Batman logo features an illustrated face of the Caped Crusader with … [Read more...]
Designer Creates Typographic Logos Of Supervillains Using Their Faces And Names
Logo designer Sergey Kyrmanov has come up with an interesting project that features typographic logos of supervillains that combine their names with their facial appearance. The logos have been designed in a way that the name of the supervillain takes the shape of the character’s face or mask. For example, the Joker logo features an illustrated face of the antagonist with … [Read more...]
37 Epic Memes For Graphic Designers
Stuck in the middle of a tough project with a stiff deadline? Is your client giving you sleepless nights? Are you tired of your boss micromanaging everything? If your answer is yes, then you need a healthy dose of meme-therapy to brighten your day. Memes stimulate the release of endorphins that create a sense of well-being in the body. In a study of 472 graphic, web, and UI … [Read more...]
Designer Develops Revolutionary ‘Bionic Reading’ Method That Will Help You Read Faster
Swiss typographic designer Renato Casutt has come up with an ingenious new reading system called Bionic Reading that helps you read text faster by artificially emphasizing (bolding) the first few letters of a written word and letting your brain fill in the rest. How it works: Bionic Reading is based on the principle that our brain can identify whole words from just the … [Read more...]
Graphic Designer Creates Typographic City Logos Based On Their Famous Landmarks
Yemen-based graphic designer Mohamed Aljaadaby has come up with an interesting project that features typographic wordmark logos of cities in the shape of their famous monuments and landmarks. For example, the logo for Sydney is the word 'Sydney' warped in the shape of the Opera House. The logo for Athens is the Acropolis with the word 'Athens' in the negative space between … [Read more...]
6 Visual Hierarchy Tips That Will Make You A Better Designer
Visual hierarchy is the arrangement and presentation of design elements in order of their importance. It influences the order in which the human eye perceives the information that is being displayed. A simple example would be a business card – the name of the organisation is usually the most prominent element, followed by the name of the card holder, job title, and contact … [Read more...]
Graphic Designer Improves Adidas Ads By Simply Changing The Typography
Tom Cargill from Satori Graphics has come up with an interesting before-and-after tutorial in which he improves professional ads by Adidas by making minor changes to their typography and layout. Tom uses different design techniques and principles to improve the hierarchy, contrast, and composition of four ads from different campaigns of the German sportswear brand. Are the … [Read more...]
I’ve Been Designing Logos With Hidden Meanings Every Day For 5 Years, How Do You Like My Work?
Indian graphic designer Gary Dimi Pohty has undertaken a design challenge titled "One logo a day" in which he creates logos with hidden meanings on an almost daily basis. At the moment, he is on day 2012, which is roughly 5 years and 5 months! Gary's logos are based on common, everyday words and fictitious brands or films. He uses symbolism, negative space, and geometric … [Read more...]
7 Design Terms You Will Never Get Wrong Again
When starting out, most designers don’t know the difference between a font and a typeface. They use the two terms interchangeably. A font is the variation of weights (regular, bold, italic) of a typeface. A typeface is a family of fonts, such as Helvetica, Futura, Bebas, Gotham, etc. Another example is the use of the terms hue and color. Hue is any of the primary colors - … [Read more...]
30 Dual-Meaning Logos And The Ideas Behind Them
Indonesia-based Grafast Design Studio has come up with a series of interesting logos that combine different shapes and letters into unique symbols that visually represent the brand name. In each logo, the letters used are the initials of the brand name and the shapes represent the product or service offered by the company. For example, the logo for Victory Coffee combines … [Read more...]
Graphic Designer Improves Professional Ads By Simply Changing The Typography
Tom Cargill from Satori Graphics has come up with an interesting before-and-after tutorial that shows you how a design or a layout can be improved considerably by making minor changes to its typography. He uses different techniques to improve the hierarchy, contrast, and legibility of text in professional ads by Gucci, Heineken, Marmite, and more. Are the redesigns better … [Read more...]
Designers Are Sharing Their Redesigns Of Famous Logos And Some Of Them Are Better Than The Original
Have you ever looked at a famous logo and thought that you could have done a better job? Of course you have! With so many brands opting for redesigning their logos nowadays, designers from all over the world are sharing their rebranding concepts and reimagined versions of iconic brand logos. We've shortlisted some of the best redesigns on Dribbble and Behance, and a few of … [Read more...]
22 Images That Show Why Letter-Spacing Is Important
Ever wondered why professional designers focus so much on kerning, i.e., adjusting the spacing between letters or characters in a piece of text? Improper kerning (or keming as it is humorously known) can change the meaning of a sentence to a great extent. And sometimes, the results can be hilarious. These 22 epic images show you why letter-spacing is important not just in … [Read more...]
25 Clever Logos With Hidden Meanings
Russian graphic designer Vlad Smolkin has shared an interesting collection of hidden-meaning logos that he has created for different clients over the years. The designs use clever typography and symbols hidden in negative spaces to visually represent the brand name or explain the nature of the business. For example, the logo for Infinity Cat Cafe is an abstract infinity … [Read more...]
32 Brilliant Logos With Hidden Meanings
Looking for some logo design inspiration? Here are 32 brilliant examples with dual and hidden meanings, also known as visual double-entendres. In most cases, the hidden symbols are a visual representation of the brand name, and in others, they explain the nature of the business. Clever typography, negative space, and visual symbolism are some of the design techniques used to … [Read more...]
8 Useful AI Tools For Designers For 2023
Artificial Intelligence can help designers boost their creativity by providing them with resources and inspiration. AI design tools can also speed up workflow by taking care of tedious tasks that require a lot of time and effort. Wolvus Technology has come up with a handy list of AI tools that can generate color combinations, remove backgrounds from images, suggest font … [Read more...]
36 Clever Typographic Icons Of Countries, How Many Can You Guess Correctly?
Bahrain-based art director Faraz Manzoor has come up with an interesting project that features names of countries visualized as icons + letters. The phonetic pronunciation of the icons combined with a few letters of the country name completes the riddle. For example, the letters TUR + a key icon = TURKEY. The fin of a shark + LAND = Finland. A bell icon + GIUM = Belgium. … [Read more...]
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