There aren’t many great logos in my country. I’ve always wondered why. One of my theories is this: Having no branding is their branding. I can imagine how readers might take this to be sarcastic, or at least very tongue-in-cheek. But I think it’s a valid theory, and here’s why. The word “branding” has several [...]
By Madeline Ong on November 25, 2009 | Category: Design |
There’s so much to love about the web. It’s a wonderful place, after all. But a few areas could certainly use some improvement. In this post, I enumerate ten annoying web problems I’ve encountered as a user, and suggest ways in which developers can avoid them—or at least make them less annoying. I’ve also included [...]
By Madeline Ong on July 11, 2009 | Category: Web Development |
What makes a great graphic designer? This article identifies the traits and characteristics you need to make it in the design industry. Note: This is a summary of the first chapter of How To Be a Graphic Designer Without Losing Your Soul, which aims to educate aspiring graphic designers on the practical aspects of the [...]
By Madeline Ong on June 29, 2009 | Category: Design |
Two months ago, I read The Complete Manual of Typography: A Guide to Setting the Perfect Type by James Felici. I thoroughly enjoyed it. The book contained a treasure trove of information on the history of typography, fundamentals of type and composition, what makes good type, and even tips on how to manage fonts and [...]
By Madeline Ong on June 14, 2009 | Category: Design |