Inkbot Design

JANUARY 9, 2024

To help, I've compiled this list of the 37 best design books covering various specialities – from typography and layout to UX and web design. Concise and heavily visual, the book examines the core elements designers use to communicate visually, including form, narrative, grids, patterns, typography, colour and more.

Publication 52

Publication Graphic Design Publishing Publishing 52

Tuts Plus

NOVEMBER 14, 2019

When we thought they were going out of style, they resurged with more interesting and experimental layouts. By using a few images and some text, I'll show you how each experimental point can help you create something unique and unexpected. Try to reach a good balance between experimental type and legibility. .

Textures 75

Textures Layout Fonts Magazine 75

Eye on Design

MAY 26, 2021

“There was one moment for me that changed how I thought about it,” Bertollotti-Bailey told me, pinpointing this moment to when they published an essay in the fifth issue by Experimental Jetset called The Beatles/Stones Dialectic. “I I remember thinking I really want to publish this but it’s not about graphic design. Then I thought, why not?

Magazine 111

Magazine Graphic Design Publication Publishing 111

Type room

OCTOBER 7, 2019

In May 2019 he released Open_collab , a free self-run project to encourage collaboration and experimentation. A—Z is a new space in Berlin with the mission to develop, showcase and promote ideas and projects in which graphic design goes beyond its boundaries and explores its more unconventional and experimental facets.

Print 40

Print Graphic Design Exhibition Publishing 40

Smashing Magazine Graphics

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

For those unsure where to start here are a selection of Smashing articles on the topic: Color Theory for Designers, Part 1: The Meaning of Color by Cameron Chapman. Typography. The title sequence of North by Northwest weds typography with color to turn the mundane into the spectacular. ( Large preview ). Words, words, words.

Web Design 125

Web Design Web Design Color Theory Color 125

Design Week

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

Put simply, Hyndman explores how typography subconsciously affects us in our daily lives, from the way we feel, to how food tastes. Through friends and associates Hyndman was introduced to experimental chef Heston Blumenthal, who at the time was working with University of Oxford professor Charles Spence. Opening the dialogue on type.

Typography 71

Typography Adobe Publishing Publishing 71

Inkbot Design

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Social listening entails monitoring social media platforms and online conversations around topics, brands or industries to understand consumer sentiment better. Using relevant hashtags means users interested in specific topics/trends may see any post using them- meaning there's already additional potential reach from using those words alone.

Brand 94

Brand Branding Media Marketing 94

Noupe

JULY 20, 2022

The book’s design enhances its usefulness by providing beautifully drawn examples of how to apply the topics addressed in the book. The book covers all aspects of typography, from typefaces and type families to kerning and tracking to the use of grids. Motion design, art, and typography are some of his specialties.

Graphic Design 120

Graphic Design Graphic Self-employed Arts and Crafts 120

Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

This includes logos, fonts , typography, colours, and imagery. However, the best brands are built on creativity and experimentation, and brand designers must be allowed to explore these options without undue restrictions. Typography. While there is much debate over this topic, graphic designers significantly impact the world.

Brand 72

Brand Branding Graphic Design Graphic 72

Inkbot Design

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

After much experimentation, Janoff came up with a design that has since become one of the most recognisable logos in the world: a rainbow-coloured apple with a piece bitten out of it. The new logo differed significantly from the original design and had a more modern look aligned with the company's vision.

Brand 93

Brand Branding Production Education 93

Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Learners explore design principles, image creation, typography, colour theory , and more through five courses and a capstone project. With various course lengths and topics, learners can target goals from logo design to branding to motion graphics. Self-paced modules make lessons accessible even for busy schedules.

Graphic Design 98

Graphic Design Graphic Internet and Software Development Education 98

Shillington

MAY 4, 2021

You’ll know that typography is something that underpins almost every aspect of this practice. If at this point your eyes have started to blur, and the word ‘typography’ is beginning to lose all meaning, and then you feel like it actually has no meaning—never fear! TYPE01: Where Typography Meets Social Discourse.

Typography 98

Typography Inspiration Fonts Gallery 98

Design Week

JULY 21, 2021

Each issue focuses on a single topic; so far themes have included The Digital Museum, Corporate Communications and What’s Cooking? “It gives me plenty of freedom to play with graphic elements such as typography, illustration or images,” he says.

Magazine 94

Magazine Print Theme Production 94

Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

As art director of iconic magazines such as Esquire and Bazaar, Wolf was a typography and advertising design titan. The “I ♥ NY” logo evoked the city's dynamism and passion with its vivid red heart icon and bold typography. For the debut issue, Glaser designed the title typography to evoke the kinetic energy of the city.

Graphic Design 87

Graphic Design Magazine Graphic Education 87

UX Collective

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Expressive typography, delicate forms, and toned color schemes are typically perceived as feminine. Due to the inherently queer nature of the project, I was highly experimental with the combinations of imagery, illustration, typography, and layout. My perspective on this topic is ever-evolving. Thanks so much for reading!

Color 86

Color Fashion Production Color Schemes 86

Graphic Design Junction

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Visual elements such as color, grid, space, and typography should originate from a central position as they spread to other areas of the system. Moreover, headings enhance topic identification to facilitate the ranking of search queries. Even experts study a topic before writing on it to avoid mistakes. Headers also boost SEO.

Production 121

Production Fonts Color Brand 121

Shillington

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

Typography is nothing if not a complex beast, tasking the designer to balance so many competing factors including hierarchy, order of reading, legibility and contrast, to name but a few. Type: New Perspectives in Typography by Scott Williams. Buy the book. Typographic Systems of Design by Kimberley Elam. Buy the book. Buy the book.

Graphic Design 119

Graphic Design Graphic Arts and Crafts Print 119

Envato Tuts+

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

If you’re looking to give your projects a refresh, you won’t want to miss our edit of the latest graphic design trends, which include the techniques, typography, and type styles that are set to make an impact in the year ahead. Distorted Typography. Distorted Typography. Kross Neue Grotesk minimal 90s sans serif typeface.

Graphic Design 59

Graphic Design Graphic Templates Fonts 59

Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Visitors should get a feel for your brand values , tone, and style through elements like: Colour scheme Typography Imagery Icons Messaging Match the style of imagery, photos, graphics, etc., 6 – Optimise Site Architecture and Navigation Site architecture refers to how content is organised and structured on your site.

Web Design 94

Web Design Web Design Internet and Software Development Coding 94

Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Typography Typography is central to design work. Typography can significantly impact the tone and clarity of your visual messaging. Subscribe to online learning platforms like Skillshare and LinkedIn Learning for trending topics. Nurture your creativity through exercises, experimentation, and studying others' work.

Portfolio 72

Portfolio Client Self-employed Freelance 72

Design Week

APRIL 30, 2020

Naresh Ramchandani, a partner at the London studio, has created ten (very) short films that are based on poems about domestic topics, from birds to biscuits. Rick Banks’ follow-up to 2013’s Football Type, has arrived with a more expansive look at the typography of football kits. Football Type 2, from Rick Banks Face37.

Inspiration 68

Inspiration Brand Branding Print 68

UX Collective

JANUARY 27, 2023

Through experimentation and reflection, I’ve discovered what I believe to be a powerful framework: creativity as a system. There is no single framework that can distill this complex topic. A graphic designer would need knowledge of design principles, typography, layout, and colour theory. I disagree.

Arts and Crafts 118

Arts and Crafts Self-employed Production Inspiration 118

Inspiration Feed

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

The world of design is an ever-evolving one. Creators are always coming up with new concepts and methods to bring their visions to life.

Color 59

Color Graphic Art Theme Infographics 59

Inkbot Design

MAY 18, 2022

Typography is a compelling element in graphic design , but it becomes counterproductive when applied in a way that doesn't match the content. Since the early 2000s, the visual language of the Web has been dominated by imagery, typography, and colour, while the text has become more sparse. 2 – The Humanisation of Brands.

Brand 114

Brand Branding Internet and Software Development Marketing 114

Canny

APRIL 27, 2021

This allows businesses to easily browse through relevant images until they find the one that is best suited to their particular topic. Every part of your brand from tone of voice to typography imagery is what appeals to your target audience and tells the story of who you are.

Brand 88

Brand Branding Templates Adobe 88

Smashing Magazine Graphics

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Typography Element Properties. UA styles also include default styles for common typography elements such as headings, paragraphs, and lists. At present, the Cascade Layers spec (@layer) has gained experimental support in all the top browsers. Dynamic viewport-percentage units (dvh, dvb, dvw, dvi). Cumulative Layout Shift.

Layout 143

Layout Fonts Color Templates 143

Canva

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

They’re experimental and fun—like a holiday fling, if you will—with no strings attached. The fine folk at Later have a tutorial on the topic). Serifs are back , according to typography trend watchers, and couple nicely with a lightweight sans serif font. But despite their fleeting nature, their impact lives on.

Templates 114

Templates Fonts Color Arts and Crafts 114

Inkbot Design

MARCH 14, 2023

Typography and Font Management Apps: 14 – Adobe Fonts Adobe Fonts, formerly known as Typekit, is an online service offering users access to an extensive library of fonts with just one licensing agreement. In October 2011, Adobe acquired the service, cementing its status as a leading digital design and typography tool provider.

Internet and Software Development 140

Internet and Software Development Production Adobe Fonts 140

Shillington

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

I focus on typography and editorial design right now, along with publishing my first book. Kat’s a stupidly talented illustrator and typography nut (check her stuff out on Instagram) and I’ve got the gift of the gab with clients and love the strategic side of branding. Johanna Scott: Founder of Make Do Co. Make Do Co.

Arts and Crafts 98

Arts and Crafts Client Graphic Design Brand 98

Fonts in Use

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The topics covered in Póli Ginaikón were highly diverse, running the gamut from examining the representation and position of women in media, Greek folk art, and scientific theories to analyses of the traditional roles and activities of women (as mothers and housewives, for example, and their reproductive labor in the household).

Magazine 36

Magazine Publication Graphic Design Graphic 36

Shillington

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Though, when it comes to books on the topic of graphic design, it’s often hard to find the best ones to read. Typography is nothing if not a complex beast, tasking the designer to balance so many competing factors including hierarchy, order of reading, legibility and contrast, to name but a few. Typography fan?

Graphic Design 140

Graphic Design Graphic Arts and Crafts Publishing 140

Smashing Magazine Graphics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Especially source material with high contrast, e.g. typography or vector artwork, is prone to this effect. Browser vendors have a lot of topics on their to-do lists and SVG Filter Effects don’t have the highest priority there, especially as they still are not found that often out in the wild. The Problem With Jagged Edges.

Animation 93

Animation Color Photoshop Vectors 93

Design Week

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Topics are wide-ranging — from architecture and augmented reality to clean energy and even “future-proofed” food, as Design Week discovered when we spoke to the team last year — so its visual identity needed to work universally.

Adobe 41

Adobe Brand Branding Consulting 41