WordPress
How to efficiently migrate sites from Adobe Business Catalyst to WordPress (+ over 20 resources!)
So you know you’re ready to switch over to WordPress. Now the question is: How are you going to do it, in a way that’s… Read More
Design
7 simple (and successful) tips to design the perfect website navigation
Website navigation can make or break your site. It’s one of the key factors determining your site’s usability. Get it right, and visitors will be… Read More
WordPress
Understanding WordPress shortcodes
If you’ve been using WordPress for any length of time, you’ve probably already used some shortcodes. Shortcodes are handy little snippets that let you insert… Read More
Business
Life as a freelancer: The pros and cons
Freelancing. It seems like the dream career, right? No boss, no schedule, and no office. Well…while part of that is true, there’s more to… Read More
Business
Who should handle the web hosting bill
You’ve landed a client, built their WordPress site, completed the testing, and now it’s time to wrap up the project. But first, someone’s gotta… Read More
WordPress
How to add jQuery to your WordPress theme
jQuery is a very popular, if not the most popular, Javascript library. It’s a clear, concise library, and more importantly, it’s fast. Being relatively small… Read More
WordPress
Simple customizations for your Genesis child theme
As web designers, we are always looking forward to working more efficiently. As I started on a long overdue task of redesigning my portfolio, I… Read More
Design, Development
The pros and cons of being a hybrid web designer/developer
If you’ve been a designer for any length of time, you’ve probably had clients request things from you that go beyond design and into the… Read More
WordPress
How to add a responsive Google Map in WordPress
No matter where you’re going, Google Maps will show you the way. Being able to instantly get directions has become essential while navigating through cities. Read More
Design
How to make a cinemagraph in Photoshop
Cinemagraphs have been one of my favorite design trends for a few years now. They’re a stunning mix between photo and video, resulting in an elegant… Read More
Design
16 free retro design elements to use on your site
Even though technology continues to advance, there’s something special about design elements from the past. Maybe it’s the feeling of “the good old days,”… Read More
Design
How to create a double exposure photography effect in Photoshop
Double exposure imagery (also called multiple exposure, depending on who you ask) is a beautiful way to add a classy and unexpected aesthetic to… Read More
Marketing
How to use email marketing to grow your design business
Email lists. You’ve surely heard about them. You’ve probably set them up for your clients, and even told them about the importance… Read More
Business
The art of web design project estimations
It doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned industry vet or a newcomer to the field, estimating projects isn’t an easy task. In fact it’s one… Read More
WordPress
The essential list of WordPress plugins to jumpstart your blog in 2018
If you’re here, I imagine you’re the type of person who wants to explore beyond the core WordPress CMS and give your blog all… Read More
Development
How to create a simple layout with CSS Grid Layouts
If you’ve ever dabbled in print design, you know where the idea of grid layouts originated from. A grid is a precise measurement tool… Read More
WordPress
4 tips to increase your WordPress site’s speed and performance
It is a proven fact that the slower your site loads, the more likely people are to leave. Read More
Business
4 new income streams to diversify your freelance revenue
Freelancing can provide lots of freedom, but not so much stability. It’s kind of a universally accepted trade-off. In exchange for choosing your own work,… Read More