Beyond the Pen Tool: A creative blog by DesignCrowd

Make Simple Stand Out In Your Logo Projects

Divya Abe - Monday, May 1, 2017

For many an aspiring designer, a logo can be an attractive early project. Here's a helpful list of possible problems you might encounter and some direction around what should be avoided when starting out. Read more

How To Create Modern Ruins Photoshop Design Tutorial

DesignCrowd - Thursday, April 27, 2017

This is a Photoshop tutorial that will guide you through the steps for creating modern ruins. Learn how to adjust the layers, colors, and shapes to turn cityscapes to rubble. Visit blog.designcrowd.com/tag/tutorial for more helpful hints and tips to boost your designer skills. Read more

6 Web Design Mistakes To Avoid In 2017

DesignCrowd - Monday, April 24, 2017

Here we have listed six key web designing mistakes you can avoid to make your project a success, whether you're a large online company, a growing small to medium sized business, or a startup. Read more

30 Top Podcast Logos and Cover Art Designs

Kevin Bradford - Saturday, April 22, 2017

In the clustered market of podcasts it is even more important to catch the eye of the audience when often all they have to work off is a title and some cover art in a category grid on iTunes or Soundcloud. Read more

How To Create A Werewolf Photoshop Design Tutorial

DesignCrowd - Thursday, April 20, 2017

This is a Photoshop tutorial that will guide you through the steps for turning person into a werewolf. Learn how to adjust the layers, colors, and shapes to create the mythical creature from a human. Visit blog.designcrowd.com/tag/tutorial for more helpful hints and tips to boost your designer skills. Read more

Logo, Logomark, Logotype - What's The Difference And What Do You Need?

Jane Murray - Wednesday, April 19, 2017

Selecting the right design for a brand identity is a crucial step in developing a business. When spelling out the initial brief for such an essential asset, it's important to be specific when describing the requirements. Read more

Designer's Guide to the Quality Verification Process

Jo Sabin - Monday, April 17, 2017

Are you new to DesignCrowd? If you're waiting to get your account approved, this article outlines the process and how to pass with flying colours so you can start earning from your creative skills! Read more

Bubble Shrek Photoshop Tutorial

DesignCrowd - Thursday, April 13, 2017

This is a Photoshop tutorial that will guide you through the steps for creating a bubble character. Learn how to adjust the layers, colors, and shapes to make someone appear as though they're a clear bubble. Visit blog.designcrowd.com/tag/tutorial for more helpful hints and tips to boost your designer skills. Read more

Kawaii! A Manga Photoshop Tutorial

DesignCrowd - Tuesday, April 11, 2017

This is a Photoshop tutorial that will guide you through the steps for creating an anime-style character. Learn how to adjust the layers, colors, and shapes to make someone appear as though they're from a Manga comic. Visit blog.designcrowd.com/tag/tutorial for more helpful hints and tips to boost your designer skills. Read more

25 Awesome Packaging Designs

Divya Abe - Monday, April 10, 2017

We've curated a selection of the best examples of packaging and label design work from DesignCrowd. Featuring gorgeous work from diverse industries, you'll enjoy this beautiful collection of images.  Read more

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