Design
Re-introducing Flywheel’s blog: Layout!
Layout, Flywheel’s official blog, was first launched in 2014 as a publication for designers. Since… Read More
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Business
How to take professional photos for your design portfolio
You put all your hard work into creating a new brochure you’re proud of, producing an inspiring booklet for a client to sell their goods,… Read More
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17 inspiring examples of freelance business websites
A great website can win you clients as quickly as a poor website can lose ’em. The virtual equivalent of a storefront, your website presents… Read More
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How to be inspired without copying someone’s work
Inspiration. That magic dust that suddenly pushes you to create something beautiful. That wonderful stroke of genius that makes that imaginary light bulb pop out… Read More
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Creative Spotlight: How ED. transformed into an award-winning agency
ED. is a creative agency that has a deep love for branding, design, and building incredibly interactive (and visually stunning) websites. This Australian… Read More
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7 inspiring web design trends for 2019
One of the reasons I love the world of web design are the ever-changing patterns and trends that emerge every year. While designers and… Read More
Design
5 lessons you won’t learn in design school
As a new designer, you might be asking yourself, “What do I need to know about the professional design world?”… Read More
Business
Agency Spotlight: How Buzzworthy scaled from 1 to 200+ clients
Buzzworthy Studio is a Brooklyn-based creative studio that specializes in “Digitally Native Brands.” They’ve worked with businesses ranging from… Read More
Marketing
Behind the brand of Fly Fest: Our very own company conference
When you hear the term, “company conference,” a little part of you might shrivel up into a corporate shell. It’s a fear… Read More
Design
How to design for the web using design patterns
Design patterns are the foundation of good website usability, and they’re the pieces websites are built upon. They’re a strategic design decision a web… Read More
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How to strategically add animation to your site
The use of animation in web design isn’t exactly a new thing. Remember the long gone era of rotating 3D gifs? How about the… Read More
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A guide to effective use of white space in web design
Designers love it, yet website owners want to fill it. White space is often regarded as a waste of valuable screen space. Yet it isn’t… Read More
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Creative 404 pages
Uh oh! You’ve stumbled on a 404 page! Generally speaking, landing on a 404 page is frustrating for your users. It’s also bad for… Read More
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4 lessons learned from famous design flaws
As designers, we can point out brilliant design in a second and poor design in a half-second. In fact, bad design is so noticeable… Read More
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How to strategically plan for data-heavy UX design
It is such a tricky balance to hit… Big data is ballooning. Yet, harmonizing complex data needs with a simple, clean, and useful user… Read More
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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… Read More
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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
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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
Design
The ultimate Instagram dimensions guideline for 2018 + free infographics and templates
You’ve probably pulled out your phone, snapped a photo, and then wondered…“will this look good on Instagram?” I know I have – a lot. Especially… Read More
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13 free PSD mockups and scene creators for designers
Having a collection of previously created Photoshop mockups and scene creators can be a huge time saver for designers. It’s much easier… Read More
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The best Slack groups for designers
Slack is a great resource for small businesses, agencies, freelancers, or just individual designers trying to network. It makes communicating with coworkers… Read More
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12 creative ideas to escape designer’s block
Some days are brilliant and oh so inspired. Other days, it’s like creativity could hit you over the head and you still can’t seem… Read More
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How to make animated screenshots of design work for your portfolio
After your latest web design is done and you’re ready to add the project to your portfolio, it’s time to show it off. Your website… Read More
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30 popular Pinterest accounts every designer should follow
As designers and creatives, it’s hard to always stay inspired, but luckily there’s a social media hub that’s always full of new ideas: Pinterest. This… Read More
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The best email newsletters every web designer should follow in 2017
A savvy web designer like yourself probably enjoys keeping up with the latest news in the industry, right? But let’s face it – when… Read More
Design
18 free calligraphy fonts for designers
Calligraphy fonts are a charming way to add a little personality to any design or website. While they may not be the greatest typeface… Read More
Development
How to create 3D designs with the CSS3 transform property
There are two dimensions when it comes to the CSS3 transform property, 2D and 3D. When animating, transforms are used to make an element… Read More
Design
8 freelance designers share the secrets behind their websites
As a freelance designer, your website is an indispensable marketing tool. It’s your own piece of digital land where you can send prospects, show… Read More
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28 Days of Design – Announcing the grand prize!
If you’ve been holding your breath for the 28 Days of Design grand prize announcement, today’s the big day! Worth… Read More
Design
28 Days of Design – Week 3 winners!
We’ve wrapped up the third week of our 28 Days of Design giveaway, giving away super fly products like: Edgar… Read More