Graphic Design Basics

When you’re just getting started in graphic design in can be tough to know what to focus on first, so we created this section to provide helpful information about graphic design basics. Look here for articles about color in design, layout design, graphic design software, designing logos, graphic design illustration and graphic design fonts. On the rest of HOWdesign.com, you’ll find information about creativity in design, design business, design jobs and design resources and technology. (You can also find a list of design schools.)

For design books, design tutorials and design magazines about all these topics and more, visit MyDesignShop.com.

Starting Your Design Adventure: Advice for Design Beginners

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Darcy Hinrichs

When you finish high school and have that diploma in hand, you feel as if you can do just about anything. The sky is the limit! You look at every opportunity as an adventure. If you are pursuing a career … More

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10 Free Fonts—Plus Free Font Download Tips

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Denise Bosler

Check out 10 of HOW’s favorite free fonts, and get expert advice on the do’s and don’ts of free font downloads. More

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Web Type Revolution

Posted on July 20, 2012 by Jason Teague

Web typography, according to Jason Cranford Teague, has made a dramatic change for the better in the past decade. Find out why in “Web Type Revolution.” Plus, read about 10 trends in web type. More

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Printing Terms

Posted on July 16, 2012 by Megan Lane Patrick

This helpful list of printing terms is excerpted from Getting It Printed (MyDesignShop.com). Before you dig deeper, it’s important to start by understanding these printing basics. When you’re ready to take your knowledge to the next level, start by exploring … More

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Web Design Terms

Posted on July 10, 2012 by Megan Lane Patrick

This helpful list of web design terms is excerpted from The Designer’s Web Handbook by Patrick McNeil (MyDesignShop.com). Before you dig deeper, it’s important to start by understanding these web design basics. When you’re ready to take your knowledge to … More

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42 Typographic Resources for Designers

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Dr. Shelley Gruendler

From websites to books to conferences, a noted type expert and educator, Dr. Shelley Gruendler, reveals her favorite resources to transform you from typography novice to pro. More

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