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The Use Of Grids In Graphic Design

Introduction Grids are a fundamental tool in graphic design, used to create balanced and organized layouts. A grid is a series of intersecting lines that divide a layout into columns and rows, creating a framework for placing design elements. Grids help to establish a visual hierarchy, guide the viewer’s eye, and create a cohesive and…
The Role of Color Theory in Graphic Design

Introduction Color theory is a vital element of graphic design that helps designers create visually appealing and harmonious designs. It encompasses the principles and techniques used to choose and arrange colors in a way that is aesthetically pleasing and effective in conveying a desired mood or message. In this post, we will discuss the basics…
Will AI replace human workers?

NOTE: Much of this article is generated by ChatGPT Much hype has been generated recently over the latest iteration of ChatGPT and, while impressive, it still presents many limitations. Something that it does do well is to generate articles and reports, so I asked GPT-3 if AI would be able to replace a designer specifically…
The Power of Visual Hierarchy in Graphic Design

Introduction to visual hierarchy in graphic design NOTE: A portion of this article is generated by ChatGPT Visual hierarchy is a design principle that refers to the way that elements in a design are arranged and prioritized in order to guide the viewer’s eye and communicate the most important information. It is a key aspect…
Secure Connections

What is Secure Connections? Secure connections: a connection that is encrypted by one or more security protocols to ensure the security of data flowing between two or more nodes. This week’s buried & forgotten news is next week’s big news! Chrome browser will begin to mark certain types of HTTP pages as not secure in…
Why Content Is King

Content Is King: The story of why Hear ye! Hear ye! Content is King! Long live the King! It’s usually one of the first 3 questions I am asked when speaking with a potential client: Can you make my site appear on page 1 of the search engine? I’ll always give a realistic answer but…
What do I need to build a website?

Hi and welcome to step #1 of building a website: Learning about the most basic requirements of a website; it’s infrastructure and where its code lives. Just as a building has its foundation, a website too has its base of operations. In that base of operations sits a web server that busily serves your website…
Let’s Talk Graphics

This article is only about 14 years past due, but one that I’ve wanted to write since first forming Let’s Talk Graphics in 2008. Fortunately, generative AI is now at my disposal. Just as fortunate, the topic of graphics is timeless, so, let’s talk about it. The importance and effective use of graphics in daily…