The 3rd wave of portfolios: what is it and how to create one Image by Midjourney What do coffee and your portfolio have in common? Let’s think of a portfolio as a cup of this aromatic beverage. Just like coffee, a portfolio should strike the perfect balance between bold and subtle! The beans (your projects) should be carefully selected and roasted to perfection to represent the best of what you have to offer. Each bean is unique, with its own distinct flavor profile. The aroma (your visual design) attracts and entices, soaking up the eyes of potential clients or employers with its cl ..read more

Advanced Figma tips and tricks to save designers time Advanced Figma features can save designers hours of work. If you’re still dragging your cursor to the top corner of the screen to create sections or manually locking layers one by one, this article is definitely for you. We’ve compiled new Figma functionalities and old methods — perhaps you’ve missed something? Multi-edit variants Figma has just launched a new multi-edit feature for variants, making component editing a breeze. Just pick a variant or a nested layer and use Multi-edit variants in the toolbar, or press Q on your keyboard (rem ..read more

10 practical tips for designing a motivating Hero Image that always works Design by Outcrowd The Hero Image is the first thing people see when they open your page. It’s your unique chance to win them over — or lose them forever. It takes mere seconds for the user to process the first screen. But behind the scenes, there’s a lot of painstaking work by marketers, designers, and developers. How can you quickly find the right solution and pick the perfect image? I have compiled the best practices for creating an effective Hero Image to share with you. Let us learn from the  ..read more

via Muzli design inspiration Looking for more daily inspiration? Download Muzli extension — your go-to source for design inspiration! Web design inspiration Basement.Studio . RayRay Lab . 30 Years Of Rwandan Genocide . 12Wave: Interactive In Every Pixel. Bring Emotion To Your Brand! . . Design Resources Notion Avatar 100 Diversity of Notion People . Design System UI Kit Figma IOS Design system . Tomorrow — Modern Agency Framer Template Upgrade your workflow with Tomorrow, the premium Framer template. With its modern design, customization options, and power ..read more

Weekly Designers Update #448 Web design inspiration, weekly recap Read now . UX Design Is Rapidly Changing — Can You Keep Up? UX design is a profession that was introduced to help companies solve problems creatively. However, it has taken an all-new avatar in the past 2 years. It is frightening and exciting at the same time! Through this article, I wish to clear out some of the fog and be your industry insider… Read now . UX Design Psychology: Enhancing Human Experiences The Art and Science Behind Crafting Engaging Digital Interactions. Read now . Navigating decision fat ..read more

The Art and Science Behind Crafting Engaging Digital Interactions In my journey through the dynamic world of user experience (UX) design, I’ve come to realize the importance of understanding the intricate workings of the human mind. UX design psychology has been my guiding light, leading me to delve deep into the realms of cognition, perception, and behavior. It’s through this immersive exploration that I’ve uncovered the profound impact UX psychology has on crafting digital experiences that truly resonate with users. Join me as we unravel the meaning behind key UX psychology terms, explore r ..read more

Your guide to creating a compelling portfolio In the competitive world of UI/UX design, a well-crafted portfolio is your ticket to standing out and landing your dream job. Whether you’re a seasoned designer or just starting out, your portfolio serves as a showcase of your skills, creativity, and problem-solving abilities. In this blog, we’ll explore what makes a great UI/UX portfolio, essential elements to include, skills to showcase, and practical tips for creating a portfolio from scratch. We’ll also delve into writing compelling case studies and provide inspiring examples of standout UI/UX ..read more

In the digital age, websites are the canvases on which brands paint their stories. More than just arrangements of pixels, fonts, and images, each website carries a unique narrative waiting to be unfolded. This narrative not only distinguishes a brand from its competitors but also resonates with its audience on a personal level, transforming viewers into loyal customers. With goals ranging from lead generation to knowledge sharing, the essence of a successful website lies in its ability to narrate a compelling story. The Essence of Storytelling in Website Design A storytelling website tran ..read more

This design case study invites you to dive into the world of education, which is both useful and exciting. Let’s review the website design process by tubik agency for Magma Math, an educational platform that combines educators’ experience with innovative technology and approaches to broaden the horizons of learning and training. Project and Client Magma Math (earlier known as Matteappen) is an ed-tech company that offers the mathematics platform established to support teachers in making more informed instructional decisions in the classroom and create opportunities for more profound stud ..read more

JetStyle’s motion design team creates video products for businesses. Explainer videos are one of their favorite genres: they help promote a complex product to a wider audience. Apart from that, they entertain and educate. We collected the most frequent questions our clients have when they address us for explainer video development. Anton Rusetsky, the motion design team lead, answers in detail:‍ 1. What’s the typical process of creating an explainer video? Anton: It starts with defining the goals of the future video. We ask our client to describe the “good result” in their terms. De ..read more