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1.17.2025
There’s a lot of noise online about designers bashing Canva—dismissing it on social media, refusing to touch it, or even scoffing at the thought of learning how to use it. This sentiment seems especially common among formally trained designers, while self-taught designers often defend Canva as a practical, accessible tool. As someone with a traditional creative undergrad degree, here’s my stance: Canva isn’t the problem. It’s how it’s being used.
12.30.2024
Whether you’ve been in business for years or months, there’s immense value in taking a fresh look at your branding. Strong branding goes beyond just visuals; it’s a powerful driver of your business's success. An effective brand — or a well-timed rebrand—can create a domino effect, leading to greater brand recognition, customer trust, loyalty, and ultimately, increased sales. But how do you know if it's time for a rebrand, or if other parts of your business need attention first? Here are some key indicators to help you decide your next move.
9.24.2024
When it comes to design services, the options can seem endless. The choices can be overwhelming, from agencies to online platforms to your brother’s-friend’s-uncle’s-kid that just started at design school. However, there's a unique advantage to working with a professional freelance designer: personalized attention, specialized expertise, and cost-effectiveness. Let's dive into these benefits and what to consider when selecting a freelance designer to elevate your business's design.
9.8.2024
Why are all designers so obsessed with mugs? Is it to take cute aesthetic shots of our office setup while working? To offset the growing pile of mugs on the desk? To weirdly justify our mass amounts of caffeine intake?
7.17.2024
Generic stock photos can cheapen your brand's image. Especially when you're using pre-made templates with stock images already in them. Sure, those photos might fit the template, but do they truly reflect your brand and resonate with your audience? In this post, we'll explore how to ditch the stock photo cliché and find captivating visuals that connect with your customers.
7.16.2024
Look no further if you’re a designer or small business owner struggling to find quality resources that fit your budget. I'm sharing my master list of resources I've used and love, packed with fantastic (and mostly free) tools to help you take your creativity and business to the next level. This article includes resources for fonts, color palettes, mood boards and other inspiration, mockups, images, photo and video editors, and business management.
7.15.2024
Juggling a business is a whirlwind, right? Between marketing, legal stuff (yawn), and finding customers, design probably isn't the first thing on your mind. This guide is here to be your design wingman, helping you steer clear of those DIY disasters that scream "amateur hour" to your customers. Let's focus on keeping your brand looking sharp, all while you focus on what you do best – running your business!
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