Becoming a Freelance Web Designer

I’ve been meaning to write a post about becoming a freelance web designer/web developer for a while. Leaving the safety of employment and a steady wage is an absolutely huge decision...

I’ve been meaning to write a post about becoming a freelance web designer/web developer for a while. Leaving the safety of employment and a steady wage is an absolutely huge decision to make, so I thought it would be good to share some of my own experiences and ways that I’ve been able to my own transition from employment to self-employment a success.

Contributed by: Lee Bolton

30 splendid examples of Skills Section

Online personal portfolio is the principal way of showing yourself off. It usually known as your work identity. So it`s very important to make it unique and memorable.So, today I`ve collected...

Online personal portfolio is the principal way of showing yourself off. It usually known as your work identity. So it`s very important to make it unique and memorable.So, today I`ve collected 30 splendid examples of Skill Section.

Contributed by: Nataly

A Fresh Start – 30 New Business Card Designs

The first few months of the year would be the perfect time to revamp your business card. A new and trendybusiness card design can help you attract new clients and enhance your...

The first few months of the year would be the perfect time to revamp your business card. A new and trendybusiness card design can help you attract new clients and enhance your professional image. To give you some design ideas and inspiration, we’ve collected 30 of the best business card designs released this January 2012!

Contributed by: FJ

Why Your Designs Are Not Getting Better

Everyone starts their design career in the same place. We might have an inclination of what good design is, but we suck at the execution. But we go to school or...

Everyone starts their design career in the same place. We might have an inclination of what good design is, but we suck at the execution. But we go to school or teach ourselves the software, the rules, the techniques and we improve dramatically. If you don’t believe me, open up your first Photoshop project (if you still have it) and just look at the Frankenstein you created. Remember back to when you got excited about the dumb little features you learned in Photoshop and fully abused them (think Blending Modes, every single Layer Style, Filters, etc.).

Contributed by: Tyler Herman

Building a Successful Freelance Lifestyle | gonzoblog.nl

It’s one thing to work as a freelance designer, web developer, illustrator, journalist, copywriter—pick the description that suits you best—to cover expenses and pay your bills. Playing at the level where...

It’s one thing to work as a freelance designer, web developer, illustrator, journalist, copywriter—pick the description that suits you best—to cover expenses and pay your bills. Playing at the level where you’re meeting your commitments is something to be proud of.

Contributed by: Gonzo the Great

10 New Year Resolutions for Graphic Designers

With the start of New Year, many people aim to live a better life and set higher goals. Being a graphic designer, what are your resolutions for the New Year? It’s...

With the start of New Year, many people aim to live a better life and set higher goals. Being a graphic designer, what are your resolutions for the New Year? It’s time to ponder over your career and decide about what you want to change. To jumpstart your reflection process, here are ten New Year Resolutions for our design community.

Contributed by: Ann Martin