Five Signs it’s the Right Time to Hire a Designer

I know how many things there are to keep track of when you’re starting or running a business. It’s easy for the items that aren’t in your wheelhouse, or elements you haven’t worked with [...]

Like everything else under the sun, design trends come and go. For this reason, I usually avoid things that feel “trendy,” in favor of a more nuanced design sensibility that is modern but [...]

ads will always come and go. If you’re tempted to think otherwise, a quick flip through your high school yearbook will likely set you straight. As a designer, it’s a constant balancing act. I [...]

A striking, professionally designed logo should stand the test of time. And certainly, you wouldn't want to frequently or prematurely change up a logo that's working, because it could confuse [...]

Good design, if backed up by a deep knowledge of effective design practices and solid experience in creating visuals that engage users, can actually promote the growth of your brand and your [...]

Design is everywhere – and chances are if you’re not noticing it, it’s because it’s done really well. Good design – in all forms and fields – slips seamlessly into creating a great experience for [...]

In today’s episode of “what IS that website acronym?” we’ll be introducing you to your new best friend: the CTA. Short for “call to action,” a CTA is the clear, concise, direct invitation to your [...]

Cheesy stock photography: You can spot it a mile away. That generic smile, the forced pose. A sense of disconnect, or a feeling that you just can’t relate. It might be technically pretty, but [...]

Being a small business owner undoubtedly means you have way more to keep up with than time allows. As a small business owner myself, I definitely get it! So. Many. Hats. But as a professional [...]

When people ask me what I do, I may answer that I’m a multimedia brand developer. But of course - like many of my clients - I’m also a small business owner. In this month’s post, we’re taking a [...]