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Graphic Design Software & Hardware Product Reviews

Decoding Design, by Maggie Macnab, Book Review
Jacob Van Ness - 7/21/2008
Understanding and Using Symbols in Visual Communication. Today's fast paced world tends to lose track of its surroundings and move away from understanding nature's relationship. Ironically nature has embedded itself into all we do and it's a big part of logo design, even if we tend to be unaware of that.

ArtRage Deluxe 2.5 by SmithMicro
Amy Feulner - 7/1/2008
ArtRage Deluxe contains several key features that make this a desirable program to have from the beginner to experienced artist.

Luxology Modo 302
Allen Harkleroad - 6/16/2008
I think I just found my new favorite 3D application. I've been a long-time user of 3ds max, Lightwave and several other 3D tools, and I will have to say that modo 302 blows them all out of the water.

Office:Mac 2008 Special Media Edition
Allen Harkleroad - 6/16/2008
I've been a longtime user of Microsoft Office both on Macintosh and Windows. Feature-wise and extensibility you just can't beat Office for productivity. I've been using Office X for a long-while and welcomed the opportunity to give Mac Office 2008 a review.

Color Schemer Studio Review
Adrienne Turcotte - 6/2/2008
Color Schemer Studio is a powerful and cost-effective tool designed to help both amateur and professional designers build color schemes quickly and easily.

Graphic Design News

Silverback turns your computer into a usability testing suite
Press Release 7/24/08 - 7/24/2008
Clearleft Ltd, a specialist design consultancy that helps organisations improve their online experiences, has announced the launch of Silverback - its lightweight application that opens up quick and cost-effective usability testing to companies of all sizes.

Houdah Software Releases HoudahSpot 2.2
Press Release 7/23/08 - 7/23/2008
Houdah Software is proud to announce the release of HoudahSpot 2.2, their popular search utility for Mac OS X Leopard. HoudahSpot 2.2 revamps the BlitzSearch feature. BlitzSearch combines the simplicity of Spotlight with the power of HoudahSpot.

Dang Orthopedics use NVIDIA Professional Technology to Study Effects of Whiplash
Press Release 7/23/08 - 7/23/2008
Dang Orthopedics uses computational modeling and mathematical simulation to study the biomechanics of surgery.

Florida State University Joins Luxology’s Education Provider Program
Press Release 7/23/08 - 7/23/2008
New Educational Initiative Makes modo Available to All Students Enrolled in FSU’s Media Production Program and Staff of Seminole Productions.

Hydra 1.6 brings HDR Imaging into Aperture
Press Release 7/23/08 - 7/23/2008
Creaceed has announced the final version of its unique plug-in for bringing HDR Imaging into Aperture. This is the major improvement included in the release of Hydra 1.6, their application for easily creating HDR images on Mac OS X Leopard.

Karelia Announces Sandvox 1.2.8
Press Release 7/22/08 - 7/22/2008
Karelia Software announces the release of version 1.2.8 of Sandvox, its award-winning website creation software for Mac OS X, now with direct support for MobileMe. Version 1.2.8 is a free update incorporating performance enhancements and improved compatibility with MobileMe, Apple's successor to .Mac.

CityEngine Generates Rome in One Day
Press Release 7/22/08 - 7/22/2008
Procedural Inc. Ships New Urban Modeling Solution, CityEngine, Allowing Mass Creation of City Models 10 Times Faster for Film & TV Production, Game Development, Architecture and City Planning; Free Trial Version Available For Download.

Graphic Design Articles

Using the Right Tool for the Job
Adrienne Turcotte - 7/15/2008
Many new designers develop an affinity for one particular program – oftentimes Photoshop – which they may have used as hobbyists before they ever began studying graphic design. While most people think that Photoshop is good for everything under the sun, its primary use in print design is for photo editing.

Logo Design, Web Banner Design & Graphic Design Considerations
Hemant Chokshi - 7/15/2008
Every page must be eye-catching, while having a theme and feel that will compliment your business and be appealing to the kind of persons who will most likely be potential customers for your business. When you have a graphic design that compliments your business, ties into your logo, and is part of a website that is easy to navigate, you will find an increase in sales, and greater success as a business.

Web Design Questions and Answers
Sharon Housley - 7/15/2008
How much do you know about web design? Take this web design quiz to find out how much you know about web design...

Branding - Make Your Business Unforgettable
Bonita L. Richter - 7/1/2008
Becoming more memorable to your customers is what successful branding is all about. Find out about some easy-to-implement tips you can use to build a stronger brand!

Increase Your Web Design Business Revenue
Michael Guilfoyle - 7/1/2008
By adding hosting as a service to your web design business you can lock in web design customer retention on site maintenance and updates as well as get more revenue.

Graphic Design Software Tutorials

Blurred Plane - Photoshop CS3
Jacquelin Vanderwood - 7/21/2008
In this tutorial I'll show you how to create a blurred effect on a flying plane.

Abstract Background Path – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create an abstract background in Illustrator CS3.

Chrome Plate Apples – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a chrome effect to some apples in Photoshop CS3.

Vase – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to draw and create a 3d vase in Illustrator.

Decorating a face – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to add a decoration into a face in Photoshop CS3.

Flower – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a flower with gradients colors in Illustrator.

C4D Render Effect – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to convert a common photo into a cool brush photo effect in Photoshop CS3.

3D Logo – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a 3d logo that you can use for a book cover in Illustrator.

Smoke – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create smoke in Photoshop CS3.

Sun Background Effect – Illustrator CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to create a sun background effect in Illustrator.

Mirror – Photoshop CS3 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to make a mirror effect in Photoshop CS3.

Filling an object with a color – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to fill an object with a plane color in Bryce 6.0.

Applying a fabric to a Sphere – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply a fabric fill to a sphere in Bryce 6.0.

Applying water Plane – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to apply water plane to the surface of your document in Bryce 6.0.

Resizing a box – Bryce 6.0 Tutorial
Beatriz Mariniello - 7/1/2008
In this tutorial we will show you how to resize a wood box or any object you need to resize in Bryce 6.0.

Featured Graphic Design Jobs - Employment Listings

Web Coordinator, Administrative Services Information Systems
Washington State University - 7/24/2008
This position includes conceptualizing, designing, planning, coordinating, publishing and maintaining on-line information and services to ensure overall accuracy, currency, and effectiveness.

Senior Graphic Designer - Minneapolis, MN
Star Exhibits & Environments - 7/10/2008
Star Exhibits is seeking a Senior Level Designer who’s inspired by a passion for creativity and motivated...

Senior Level Designer - Minneapolis, MN
Star Exhibits & Environments - 7/10/2008
Star Exhibits is seeking a Senior Level Designer who’s inspired by a passion for creativity...

Designer - Viva Creative
Viva Creative - 4/29/2008
Right now, you are employed as a graphic designer but you are ready to make a career change.

Most Recent Graphic Design Services Listings

Q2ID v3 - QuarkXPress to Adobe InDesign
Markzware - 7/9/2008
Provides Adobe InDesign users a quick, easy and inexpensive solution for converting and migrating QuarkXPress content into InDesign documents.

Prepressology - Identity and Print Design - 9/19/2007
Recognition. It is one of the most important keys to a successful business. Your logo identifies you in your neighborhood; and in your industry.

Adrienne Turcotte - Custom Graphic Design Solutions, Illustration and Photography - 9/13/2007
Your printed products are silent representatives of your company to the world. Let me create eye-catching pieces that will make your business grow!

BM designs - Graphic Designer and Photographer - 9/13/2007
I am a professional graphic designer providing creative and artistic design solutions at an affordable price.

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