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Keeping your design simple and straight to the point is most effective. The more you add to it, the less it’s legible and appealing to the eye. When there’s too much texture, copy, and color, there is no “take-away” from it. When designing, there should always be a specific element that stands out. Keeping it […]

During an interview, I was asked why I decided to become a graphic designer. I told them my honest answer, “The movie 13 Going on 30”. I explained that her creative process of collecting things to establish the vision of her magazine spread made me want to do the same. I’ve always liked to collect […]

More often than not, white space makes more of a statement than clutter. Do not be afraid to leave empty spaces on your canvas. Clutter screams amateur. White space brings balance to the artwork and allows for the focal point to take center stage. Also, white space adds emphasis to the important parts of the […]

More often than not, white space makes more of a statement than clutter. Do not be afraid to leave empty spaces on your canvas. Clutter screams amateur. White space brings balance to the artwork and allows for the focal point to take center stage. Also, white space adds emphasis to the important parts of the […]

Design is such a vital part of any brand, company and organization. But sometimes hiring a designer is not part of the equation (unfortunately). Because of that, I’ve decided to share some helpful tips for all you start-ups, non-profits, and aspiring designers. #TipTuesday AVOID CLICHES Think outside the box! Don’t use cliches, typical icons, or […]