Design

While some professions fade over time, there will always be a need for web designers. Why? Because with each passing year, the job becomes more complex. New responsibilities arrive that extend beyond the reach of automated and no-code tools. Website security is a prime example. It has always been a concern – even when I […]

This month, it’s all about the images. Each of the design trends we spotted has to do with the images you select – or don’t select – for a project and how you use them. Here’s what’s trending in design this month. 1. Floating Images Sometimes you design off the grid intentionally. Other times you

Our line of work boasts guides to absolutely everything. For instance, gurus are there to tell us about every new CSS feature – including why it’s the next big thing (or not). It’s part of what happens when anyone can publish anything. And since designers know the web better than anyone, we tend to build

A design portfolio is an excellent way to demonstrate your skills as a freelancer. As a web designer, you compete with millions of other web designers. Therefore, you must have a strong portfolio to land a high-paying web designing job in such a competitive space. A strong portfolio sets you apart from others. Having no

Spending money on your business isn’t always a bad thing. In some cases, it may be an investment that helps you bring in more revenue. Still, there’s a fine line between investing in your design business and making frivolous purchases. The latter could be disastrous. Factors such as a tight economy, geopolitical upheaval, or a

Humans are quite adept at quickly assessing whatever happens to be in front of us. I’m sure it has something to do with that ancient “fight or flight” response. You know, the one that tells us to run from the pack of wolves and fight for that last donut. But in modern times, those fast

Among the many misconceptions about running a freelance web design business is the idea that you should sign up for every project that comes your way. Whether you’re working full-time or building websites on the side, it’s easy to think that all opportunities are worthy. And after all, money is money. But not all projects

In design, as in society, there is constant pressure to mimic the most successful among us. Just like some want to copy the look and style of their favorite celebrity, clients often want designers to copy elements (or even entire layouts) of the top websites. While it might make our clients happy and help us

There’s more to redesigning a website than creating a new look. Within just about every site are quirks and customizations that require attention. And then there’s the task of adding new functionality and making it work with what’s already there. It’s a challenge – even for experienced web designers. And as the complexity of the