The great Yellowhammer State earns the distinction of being the first state featured in our “Great State Cupcake Debate“. If you are looking for a hint into what we think of the selection and variety in Alabama, just know that the old adages about southern cooking should probably be expanded  Continue Reading...

The first thing you notice when you walk into Janet Francis’s quaint San Carlos framing shop is the sheer amount of artwork lining the walls. From that, you can tell that Francis isn’t just a framer, she is an artist. But she also has owned and operated her own business  Continue Reading...

When someone is designing and constructing a building, the work will have an inevitable impact on the environment, and it usually won’t be a positive impact. As awareness and advocacy around protecting our planet’s environment has grown, the job of the architects has gotten more complicated. It might seem that  Continue Reading...

What is Museum Exhibit Design? While walking through a museum, we’ll often encounter stunning and displays that are meant to show a certain artifact or piece of artwork in the most attractive way possible. These visually stimulating displays often invoke awe and wonder in children and adults alike. These wondrous  Continue Reading...

What is Naval Architecture? The world’s waterways, including oceans and rivers, are some of the most important elements on the planet. These areas provide food and water, as well a place for travel, sports, and entertainment. Any type of watercraft or structure that you can imagine – including fishing boats,  Continue Reading...

What is a Logo? A logo, short for logotype, is simply an image or text that is used to represent a business or other organizations. These images are typically very distinct, and they are often used as symbols to represent specific brands. In a way, a logo is a unique  Continue Reading...

What is Screen Printing? Screen printing is a 2,000 year old form of printing that was first used by the Chinese. This technique involves pushing ink or paint through a mesh stencil onto a canvas, known as a substrate. The process of screen printing is generally very simple, and it  Continue Reading...

What is Shoe Design? Footwear has been a necessity for humans for centuries. It protects our feet from dirt and cold as well as sharp sticks and stones. The first shoes were basically nothing more than bags that were secured over the feet. Typically, these bags were made from very  Continue Reading...

What is a Layout Artist? While flipping through a book or magazine, you’ll most likely be sure to spot a bad layout. These types of publications are essentially very hard to follow, and they’re also likely to be rather unpleasant looking. All it takes to throw the layout of a  Continue Reading...

What is Medical Illustration? Before the invention of cameras and computers, every illustration in a medical journal or medical textbook was drawn by talented artists. Today, although many of the images found in these publications are photographs, there are still a handful of medical illustrations. Basically, medical illustration is a  Continue Reading...

What is Urban Design? Since the first settlements of early man, there has been some form of urban design. It wasn’t until the 20th century, however, that the term urban design was coined. Urban design can be described as a mix of city planning, landscape design, and architecture. It involves  Continue Reading...

What is the Purpose of Book Cover? Picture yourself in a bookstore. You’re aimlessly browsing the shelves when one you decide to take a closer look at one particular book. In the sea of other books around it, what piqued your interest about that one particular book? Chances are, the  Continue Reading...

What is Set Design? Anyone who has ever watched a movie or play has most likely noticed the backgrounds and settings at some point during the performance. Oftentimes, the settings in a performance lend a certain air or feel to it. They are usually necessary to either make the performance  Continue Reading...

What is Golf Course Design? Golf is one of the most recognized and popular recreational activities around the globe. Nearly every continent on the planet has at least one golf course. Although some of these may seem plain and uncomplicated, even the simplest golf course often requires quite a bit  Continue Reading...

What is Automobile Design? Automobile design is the process of designing the appearance and functionality of automobiles, including cars, trucks, vans, buses, and even motorcycles. The interior and exterior of every vehicle on the market today was designed by automobile designers. These designers are usually responsible for the color scheme  Continue Reading...

What is Toy Design? One of life’s simplest truths is that children and toys go hand in hand, and they always have. While “cavechildren” probably didn’t build and smash LEGO® forts or shave their Barbies’® heads, historians believe that they still played with primitive toys. Even if they were just  Continue Reading...

What is Accessory Design? To complete the perfect outfit, many people will often rely on the addition of accessories. These can include items such as jewelry, belts, shoes, scarves, hats, and handbags. Accessories not only help complete and ensemble, but they can also add a splash of color, personality, and  Continue Reading...

What is Floral Design? Floral design involves creating designs and arranging different pieces using flowers and other types of plant material. Live or dried flowers and plants can be used to create floral pieces. Some of the different types of floral design pieces that can be made include bouquets, corsages,  Continue Reading...

What is Furniture Design? Furniture design is a specialized field where function and fashion collide. Many interior designers believe that furniture is one of the most important aspects of an interior space. Pieces of furniture not only add function and practicality to a space, but they also add style and  Continue Reading...

What is Jewelry Design? Every piece of jewelry starts out as a simple idea, then a simple design. Jewelry designs can be drawn on paper using pencils or pens, or they can be created with special computer software. Jewelry is a type of accessory that humans have used to adorn  Continue Reading...

What is Swimming Pool Design? Swimming is a major hobby and recreational sport for many individuals. Swimming pool design refers to the design and creation of the different types of swimming pools and their accessories. Although they may seem like something of a modern invention, swimming pools and similar manmade  Continue Reading...

What is Tattooing? Tattooing is one of the oldest art forms known to man. It is a type of body modification that involves creating permanent words or images on the skin. In order to get these images on the skin, ink must be injected under the surface of the skin,  Continue Reading...

What Is Video Game Design? For anyone that loves and lives to play video games, video game design can be a dream job. Video game design refers to planning, designing, and creating video games. Video game designers will often work closely with other members of a team to create video  Continue Reading...

What Is Website Design? Website design is the act of designing and creating websites, and it is quickly becoming a modern art form. The design of a website can often be the deciding factor of whether or not visitors leave or stay. During the early 1990′s, after the introduction of  Continue Reading...

What Is Interior Design? The main purpose of interior design is to create a comfortable and aesthetically pleasing interior space. Contrary to popular belief, interior design is more than just decorating, although that is a part of it. In fact, designing the interior of a building begins well before it  Continue Reading...

What Is a Graphic Designer? Simply put, a graphic designer is a professional that works in the graphic design industry. For those of you who are looking for a more detailed answer, graphic designers work with images as well as text in order to design and create visually appealing elements,  Continue Reading...