In the previous posts I started to write about influence of art history on modern design and I began with the Gothic Style from the Medieval Period, which was followed by the post about the Baroque Style from the Western Art.

So you want to make your website or design look a little bit friendlier, but you have no idea how? Or did one of your clients ask you to make a website more appealing, but without drastically changing it? Well, believe it or not, it’s a lot easier than you might think. All you have to do is put a face on it and you’re done. People react a lot better when they see a human face or even an image that resembles one.

Print ads need to make an impact in order to be effective. Companies spend extraordinary amounts of money on an advertising campaign, to ensure that their product or service is appropriately represented, and that the campaign is memorable. The best print ads will be memorable because they are clever, funny or interesting. Here is a round-up of some of the best advertisements this year, and what makes them special.

You’ve probably noticed that lately, the articles have focused on resources and tips for freelancers, such as how to increase productivity and reduce stress and how to work with different types of clients. Well today we’re continuing this trend with an interview with Adam McIntyre – the founder of FlyerHeroes. He was kind enough to welcome us into his life in Thailand (where he’s currently living), and talk about the pros and cons of being a freelancer: time management issues, the freedom to travel and more.