Graphic design resources: where to find cats and fonts on the internet
When you’re staring at a blank screen or piece of paper (like I am right now, yikes!) it can be hard to come up with something brilliant. This is where resources come in! In this post I’ll cover my favorite resources for finding typefaces, photos, colors, logos,...
Everything I know about graphic design I learned at the liquor store
For better or worse package design affects the perceived value of a product. Seeing the price tag also affects the perceived value, and it's comforting to a consumer when a low price and inexpensive packaging match up; likewise, an expensive product should match up to...
Anatomy of Type
When discussing the various attributes of different typefaces, it's handy to know some type terms and anatomy. This list is not exhaustive, but it's a solid intro. There are some some really obscure type terms out there, like too trivial for Trivial Pursuit. I left...
What font should I use? Sans serif edition
A look at the 4 subcategories of sans serif fonts and some basic advice on choosing a sans serif typeface for your graphic design project Note: The following advice on sans serif fonts is mainly relevant to “print” design including actual printed-on-paper pieces, PDFs...
