Thinking

Random musings and humorous asides.
What’s Golden
The rule of thirds and ratios such as the golden section are fantastic methods for achieving designs that feel cohesive. The problem is these principles don’t really apply to web design.
What’s Golden
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Pretty Sketchy
Sketchbooks are not about being a good artist, they’re about being a good thinker.
Pretty Sketchy
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Explain Yourself
Contemplations on the utility of “graphic” in the title “graphic designer” for someone who designs websites.
Explain Yourself
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A List Apart: Issue 286

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