Articles Tagged 'Inspiration'
Document Your 2012 With Style Using an Advent Calendar
Salman SiddiquiAdvent calendars aren't yet the trend in the blogging industry but there have been really good bloggers that have found a great use for them. One of the well-known advent calendar is 24 Ways. They have done a good job with their advent calendar which has created a new meaning for it. I am not sure if 24 ways was the pioneer in the wave behind advent calendars for blogs but they surely have been the driving force. Today, we will try to show you some of the best advent calendars. We will discuss what makes these advent calendars stand out and how they can catch the attention of your website's visitors.
How to Stop Yourself from Stealing from Your Design Gurus
JamalThey say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but what about when that flattery is taken too far? Take a look at any blog in our industry, there is a 100% chance that there is at least a few posts with nothing but different pieces readers can gain inspiration from. There is nothing wrong with this of course; inspiration posts do a great job of showcasing a designer’s hard work and giving someone some cool ideas from looking at them. However, too often this inspiration found from viewing can lead to something entirely different.
How to Beat Designer’s Block Like a Kung Fu Master
Christian VasileIf you have ever written articles for a blog or publication, you’ve definitely experienced what we call a writer’s block. By definition, this is an undetermined period during which a writer feels there is no inspiration for him anymore. Writer’s block can easily be a designer’s block and all of us can encounter a block at some point in time – if you done this for a long time, you have most probably already encountered it. This block is not something easy to get past and it can come around exactly when you need inspiration the most. It might be right before a deadline or just after you landed a huge project, most importantly is that if (more like when) it happens to you, you need to make an effort to get past it.
Illustrated History of Web Forms
Laura MoiseiHow many forms are filled out each day across the web? Billions of them, for sure. From small household blogs to government portals, it's hard to imagine a website not having at least one form. And this comes naturally, since forms are the quickest way of having users: • subscribe for a newsletter • add comments to an article, pose questions or ask for support • fill out applications (e.g. job applications) • answer surveys • perform purchases • join clubs and forums
38 Remarkably Designed Donation Pages Which Will Soften Your Heart
Jameel KhanFor the majority of non-profit organizations, online fund-raising has become one of the most important sources of income, especially the last 10 years. Designing an inspiring and appealing donation page can certainly make a big difference in converting large numbers of visitors into donors. But, unfortunately many non-profit organizations simply overlook this much more mundane aspect of online appeal while paying loads of attention and time in developing innovative and inspirational online content. In this round-up, we are showcasing some exceptionally designed donation pages for your inspiration.
Contests Can Create Real Engagement – A Personal Story
Ryan TaftAre you looking to get more people engaged and excited about your brand? Aren't we all... Over the past 6 months I've been running an online contest for one of my clients. My client's goal was to generate more activity from their Facebook community. They know that if they can get their Facebook community more engaged in their brand they can generate more sales for their products and services. Over the past 6 months we have blown away all expectations for the amount of Facebook activity the client was hoping for. Knowing that many of our readers have the same goal as my client, I wanted to share this personal story with you. In this article we will review our marketing strategy, discuss the day-to-day tasks required, and finally share the results. By the end of this case study you should have everything you need to do this too!
Colour Chronicles: Brilliant Blue
Costin GămanWelcome back to another colourful article, this time dealing with last month's favourite, chosen by you! Just as last time, it includes a showcase of websites, artwork and palettes, so there is a little something for everybody.
Google Doodle History and a Nostalgic Showcase
Rachel ArandillaThe concept of Google has changed little since its inception. Google is a user-friendly and very useful tool for online searches. We know what to expect of Google already: a search bar to enter the necessary keywords and then in a single click, relevant results are returned. The site is simple and minimal, so it can get ho-hum every once in a while, until Google doodles are born. Google doodles, in a few words, are modified versions of the classic Google logo. They are often seen on special holidays and or for memorable events. Google doodles are a fun and pleasant surprise, because you never know what you're gonna get. But do you know the story behind Google doodles? Let's explore them together, and look at the most memorable examples of all time.
From Concept to Completion: 50 Examples of the Logo Design Process
In this post, we have composed a list of some businesses whose logos are very famous and popular. These businesses have allowed us to have a peek inside their fascinating logo design process. We hope that this compilation will get you started on your own logo designing process. Creating an effective and successful logo design is both an art and a science. The process of logo design is a coming together of the innovative as well as the technical. Let us take a close look at these logo design processes and gain some valuable ideas and insight from them. Enjoy!
10 Amazing DOS Games to Rid Yourself of Boredom
Remember the days when a computer would require a floppy to boot? There was hardly any on-board storage in computers in those days. You wanted to save anything then you had to save it on your floppy drive or else forget it. Those were the days when DOS based games were top of the gaming heap and we would spend hours playing those Pac-Man type games. Gone are those days but somehow the love for good old DOS based games is still around. That's why the playable Pac-Man Google Doodle became ultra famous. DOS games will continue to a place of their own in our highly technical lives. This list will introduce you to some of the famous DOS-based games that you can still enjoy during your free time. You won't get bored. Trust me!
