Category: Blog
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How to Create a Masked Image in Figma
I want this abstract image to be put in a circle. To do that, you need to create a mask. First, you must ensure the image you want to appear on top is the top layer and the shape you are trying to conform it to is beneath. Then put the image over the circle…
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My Top Five Plugins For Figma
I use Figma more often than Photoshop to create graphics than UX. It’s just a great tool all around. These are the most used Plugins that I highly recommend. 1. Iconify Link This plugin is so useful for UX Design. It has hundreds of icons to use. 2. Lorem Ipsum Link We all need placeholder…
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What Rewards Do You Get For Being A Google Guide?
*Note: There are no criteria to get these rewards or perks. They are given and random and can be taken away. Generally, the more active and levels you get, the more likely you’ll be offered a reward. Please ensure you safelist Google Guides emails, as some people miss them. “Fixed” Rewards Fixed Rewards, I consider,…
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20+ Themes Ideas for Marketing
Sometimes you get to do more than the typical corporate campaign and do one that is the theme! Whether it is for a small or big campaign or party, here are some theme ideas to get those creative juices going. 12 Days of Christmas Alice in Wonderland Ancient Rome Around the world in X amount…
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My Experience as a Volunteer at the TIFF (Toronto International Film Festival)
In 2022 after the pandemic, I decided I wanted to volunteer in an arts and culture capacity. What is one of the most influential arts and culture events in the GTA? It’s TIFF. Here I will put my experience, tips and advice. First, here is my proof: Where and When to apply The TIFF festival…
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How to create a vector from an Image in Adobe Illustrator CC
Sometimes you have an image you want to convert into a vector. There are two ways to do this: One – Reoutline everything in Adobe Illustrator. Two – Use the Image tracing function in Adobe Illustrator. The first method offers more control, but it is tedious. The second method is quicker. However, the results will…
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My Top 5 Favorite Marketing Campaigns
I’m in awe of marketers’ and other creative people’s imagination and creativity. I could only aspire and hope one day I dream of a memorable campaign like these. These campaigns have become part of pop culture, and no one can argue their impact. Got Milk? Campaign An iconic campaign, if there has ever been one.…
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NFL, TV, and Superbowl. How Engaging their audience lead to innovation
There have been companies who have made engagement their number one priority. The NFL is an excellent example. The lifeblood of the NFL was and is always the fans, and they live by that. In the 1940s, when TVs became mainstream, the NFL quickly followed with pro football games. Televised games were a significant driver…
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5 Art Competition Shows to Binge
I love art in all its various forms. Here are some shows where the adrenaline gets high and the art surprises. Here are my top five shows in no particular order. Ink Master Tattooing is highly challenging. You cannot erase and fix your mistakes quickly. You are working on a human being which brings extra…
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How to restore old photos in Adobe Photoshop
Technology today allows us to do some fantastic and heart-warming acts of service. One of these is the ability to restore old photos. Photoshop is one of the standard tools many use to do this. Here are some of the tools you can use within photoshop. Clone tool and Content-aware Fill The Clone tool has…
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How To Up Your LinkedIn Game? 2022
LinkedIn is one of the best ways to find jobs. Recruiters often go on to search and find candidates. Here are some ways to make your profile stand out. Your Job Title This one is obvious. Recruiters will be looking for specific job titles. Your title may be close but not close enough. Try to…
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Free Options for Graphic Design online
Sometimes all you need is a simple program to edit, and you don’t need anything heavy-duty. Here are some free, easy online options where you don’t have to download anything. You need an account, and you can start creating! Figma Although it is known for UX design, it is also handy for simple graphic design.…