What is Typography?

The typography definition refers to the styling of words as they appear in a text. Many might simply refer to this as the “font” but it is much more than how the letters are formed. Typography is essentially the practice of arranging printed letters to become more visually appealing, which may include making use ofContinue reading “What is Typography?”

What are Pastels?

Happy Easter! You might have noticed the Easter holiday is filled a certain types of colorful tones. Easter commonly makes use of pastel colors. So what are pastels? When you’re talking about painting, pastels, or oil pastels, are the materials used to create the unique texture as they are in a stick form and areContinue reading “What are Pastels?”

What is Texture in Design?

Texture is one of several elements of design. These elements are essentially the building blocks that are used to create a new design. They include color, space, lines, form, shape, value, and of course, texture. Texture is the element that shows how the content within the piece would feel. It provides a sensory aspect toContinue reading “What is Texture in Design?”

National Have a Coke Day

Did You Know? It’s National Have a Coke Day! Did you know? The Coca-Cola Company might be known for this one, very popular, Coke beverage, but it has nearly 2,900 different types of products. The popular Coca-Cola beverage was created in 1886, though the Coca-Cola Company didn’t launch until 1982. The flavor that we knowContinue reading “National Have a Coke Day”

Digital Art vs. Graphic Design

The Difference Between Digital Art and Graphic Design Digital art and graphic design are both commonly used to describe the type of art created by software, such as Photoshop and Illustrator. While both terms can easily be used interchangeably, there is a slight difference in what they each represent. Digital Art Definition Digital art simplyContinue reading “Digital Art vs. Graphic Design”