When you enter a building the first person you see is the receptionist of the company that owns that building. They are the face of the business. Whatever impression they leave on the visitor will reflect on the company they work for. A logo works exactly the same way. It’s what the public sees first and it’s what triggers the audience’s next reaction, whether to find out more about the graphic that caught their interest or just ignore the mediocrity of the image they saw. This is why a company’s logo design is very important. It represents the company and has the power to either draw in new clients or repel them. So what should your logo design have? It needs to possess certain elements for it to effectively carry out its purpose, which is to be a company’s best representation. Originality and Simplicity First and foremost your logo should be original. It’s good to check out the latest trends in design especially in your industry, but the key here is not to copy the popular designs. Do your research and based on the information gathered, produce a design that will stand out from the rest. Do this while incorporating the elements of new design most people now connect...
Learn MoreMost people who start building an online business are not professional designers. Most of them also happen to be poor, or just don’t want to invest money in their business when they’re starting out. Can you see how this could be a problem? In the olden days you could get a website built by someone who knew what they were doing, or you would have to go without. These days it’s all too easy to set your own website up and it means there’s a lot out there where the design is terrible. You don’t have to spend thousands on your design if you want to build a business, at least not in the beginning, but you do need to understand a few things about design if you want to succeed. There’s a few websites that become a superstar even though they have a rubbish design, but you could sit and wait for years thinking it’s going to happen to you. Keep these in mind and get them fixed if you’ve messed them up. It’s your future business that’s at stake. Choose a good theme The difference in price when it comes to themes is minimal, but if you choose the right one it can be...
Learn MoreThe advent of the Internet has turned the world of publishing away from the volumes of books in hardcopy to the simplicity of having e-books in a flash drive or in one’s android powered phone. Most people but not all enjoy the ease of accessibility and the speed offered by the Internet. When it comes to launching a new web site, most people forget the individuals with disabilities. (Disabilities in this case are not as defined according to medical terms but any physical or mental limitation that affects use of the Internet.) Navigation of websites for them is different and they have to be aided by specialized devices such as voice recognition tools. Whereas it is not possible to place enhanced features on one’s website to aid them, one can make their website user friendly to persons with disabilities to make their Internet experiences both enjoyable and enlightening. Availability does not equate accessibility Web designers undertake their task with the mindset of creating websites whose aim is to provide information to users. On the contrary, the high rankings and viewership means that the information is available. It does not indicate it accessibility. “How easy is it for users to gain the information once they find it?” should be the...
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Finding great free-to-use images online can be quite the bummer, depending on where you’re looking. Most people who need images for their blog, website, social networking account or birthday cards usually end up paying for them at websites like iStockphoto. You don’t have to pay anything for great looking images if you know where to look. Since pictures speak a thousand times more, having a good image that accurately depicts what you are talking about can help drive your point home. That said, here’s how to find good images online without paying a dime. 1. Use Search Engines Google in particular, has a large database of indexed pictures that you can “borrow” or use for your website. All you have to do is simply visit http://images.google.com, type in your keyword and voila, you have an infinite number of great free-to-use images from which you can choose. 2. Flickr Now owned by Yahoo!, this is another excellent resource. Some of the images here are actually taken by professional photographers using high resolution cameras. One more thing; ensure to read the owner’s terms of agreement before using their pictures. This is just a precautionary measure, nothing more. More Essential Tips for Using Images at Your Site: Make sure the images have...
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Photography is an incredible creative outlet. You are capturing real life images and moments in dynamic ways that stretch the boundaries of reality. Those pictures will maintain that instant in time forever, keeping it locked in time for generations to enjoy. It is no wonder that people are so passionate about the art form, whether as a hobby or a career. But it can get expensive either way, which has kept many people from finding their full potential in the medium. That is a shame, and money worries should never keep you from making the most out of an activity you love. Especially if it is part of your livelihood. So check out these five tips on how anyone, beginner or expert, can save a few bucks here and there. Tip #1: Buy Used and Refurbished Equipment For some reason, used and refurbished are both dirty words in the world of photography. But you can actually find high quality equipment and computer items that are gently used for a huge discount. Of course, if you are buying online you will want to check the return policies just in case. If you can, buy used in your local area, so you can test them before purchasing. Tip #2: Use Opensource...
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