Photoshop is one of the most commonly used tools by graphic designers, artists and photographer’s around the world. As part of Adobe’s collection of creative products, it is one of the best design tools on the market, but for beginners and those just starting out, its wide array of features can be very overwhelming….
If you were to ask a graphic designer what program suite they prefer to work on, nine times out of 10 the program name will be preceded by “Adobe”. Professional graphic designers (and we say ‘professional’ to distinguish the designers from the people who are just interested in graphic design) are extremely loyal to this…
The modern world is packed to the brim with symbolism, and it’s an aspect of humanity that has been around for thousands of years. From the crucifix to the Star of David, we have always been attracted to symbols, and that’s no different to the logos that are found as part of some of the…
When LEGO big-boss Godtfred Kirk Christiansen found himself in the potentially precarious position of having to design an actual full-scale building back in 1960, he decided to supplement his drawings of the planned design by making use of what he knew best. LEGO bricks. And when it all panned out pretty damn well for Christiansen,…
Fashion geeks know that we have Coco Chanel to thank for inventing the LBD, or little black dress, and fashion super-geeks will know that Valentino Garavani is the man who popularised red dresses. But whether you fall into either of these factions or not, there are definitely going to be some bits of trivia you’ve…
There is no question that fashion is a fickle beast. What’s hot today is cold tomorrow, and what is cold today is the next big thing. Keeping up can be a challenge at best, and an impossibility at worst. Who is to say what will work, and what will be a train wreck? For this…
Singapore is a city that is filled with architectural wonders and spectacular examples of professional design. The metropolis itself is renowned for being one of the most cosmopolitan and functional destinations in the world, and its architecture reflects its peoples’ dedication to order and neatness. Here are Singapore’s top 7 architectural marvels to see on…
Over the years there have been some designs that have simply stood head and shoulders above the rest. They’ve made history and changed the way we live irrevocably….
Nothing is constant – not even in fashion – and the transition from 1940s style to 1950s fashion was quite a drastic one. The post-war fashion of the 1950s saw the birth of streetwear as easy care fabrics and faster manufacturing machinery equated to new silhouettes which could be marketed to the masses. Marilyn Monroe…
The 1980s was a decade of beautiful designs, and these popular fashion icons that made sure that fashion from this era will never be forgotten. 1. Grace Jones Grace Jones not only has an amazing voice, she is also an actress and a model. Born in Jamaica, Grace moved to New York during the 60s. …