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Dissecting deceptive patterns in nature and technology

UX Collective

Learning to spot the patterns. Image by DavidZydd (CC0), pixabay.com “There are only patterns, patterns on top of patterns, patterns that affect other patterns. Patterns hidden by patterns. Patterns within patterns. These are common ways we see patterns. Palahniuk (1999, p.

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Parallel Universe by Simek

We And The Color

Check out some visual studies by graphic designer and visual artist Simek based on the meaning of the circle, curves, and negative space. Christos Tzaferos studied graphic design in Athens. Christos Tzaferos studied graphic design in Athens. Parallel Universe by graphic designer and visual artist Simek All images © by Simek.

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Top 10 Logo Design Trends For 2021

Just Creative

2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009. This new shift calls for simple and concise graphics. Designers are dropping intricate patterns and overly complicated fonts. Negative space is a blank space inside or around a graphic element or letter. Overlapping Geometry.

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Creative Boom releases new exclusive prints by leading artists to mark Mental Health Awareness Week

Creative Boom

Our shop also builds on Creative Boom's mission: to celebrate, inspire and support the creative community, one we've championed since 2009. Her work is bold, colourful and weaves together patterns and figures with playful energy. I Feel Tender Toward The World by Fuchsia MacAree. Serene Bloom by Abbey Lossing.

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Patterns are good

UX Collective

Source: Tidbits A design pattern is a document that describes a common solution to a recurring design problem. According to Tibor Kunert (2009), using design patterns allows designers to quickly find solutions to problems using proven designs, rather than starting from scratch each time. Welcome to Design Patterns.

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Top 10 Art Posts of 2022

Design Milk

Felipe and Poltrona Frau chose the iconic Archibald Chair from 2009 and gave it a digitized gradient pattern on the brand’s new sustainable Impact Less® leather. Paired with her playful graphics in punchy colors and Scandi-modern style, is a quote by Audrey Hepburn: “To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.”

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20+ Creative Envelope Design Ideas That Stand Out

Inkbot Design

Consider using the space for printed text, graphics, perforated coupons, or anything else that ties back to your mailing. Play with Colour, Texture, Fonts, and Graphics Visually exciting design elements, brilliant colour choices , and impactful graphics on your envelopes significantly increase perceived value and make your mail more alluring.