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The Font Decision Process: 3 Essential Considerations

Inkbot Design

Considering design elements in the font decision process is essential because the font is an optical element that can significantly impact the overall design and look of the project. The font choice can influence the design's hierarchy, balance, contrast, and harmony. It impacts user experience and overall design aesthetic.

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The 15 Best Web Design Books to Level Up Your Skills

Inkbot Design

Designing with the Mind in Mind by Jeff Johnson User experience guru Jeff Johnson takes designers deep into the workings of the mind in his book Designing with the Mind in Mind. McFarland breaks down syntax structure, positioning, responsive design, and advanced animations in illustrated, jargon-free language.

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Designing the Invisible: MACK’s Morgan Crowcroft-Brown on the Understated Art of the Photo Book

Eye on Design

Over the last few years, I started to notice that many of my favorite photo books were designed by the same person. Morgan Crowcroft-Brown is the designer and production manager (or “production manager and designer,” she tells me.

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Designing memorable dashboards

UX Collective

A well-designed dashboard not only presents data in a clear and meaningful way, but it also creates a positive and engaging experience for the user. Whether you’re a data analyst, dashboard designer , product manager or simply someone interested in the intersection of technology and emotions, this article is for you.

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2020 AU Presses, Book, Jacket, and Journal Show Selections

Spine Magazine

We’re one of the oldest design shows around, and every year we get to see the incredible talent, ingenuity, and knowledge of university press design and production departments on full display. I have every single AUP catalog since my book design career began almost 10 years ago at Columbia University Press.