GS1 Barcode for Beer Labels – Are They Required?

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This post should shed some light on the topic of GS1 barcodes for beer labels. I decided to post about it after a few searches left many questions unanswered. Like many others in the industry I had some questions regarding barcodes for beer labels. Ill briefly touch on the following: Do you need to apply […]

Color Theory: Green Color Meaning

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Just what does the color green mean / represent / signify? What mood does green represent? What feelings does it invoke when viewed? What about its significance in logos or when used in business? The color green seems so ordinary, but in the world of design it is just the opposite.  As Kermit the Frog […]

How to Disable Press and Hold Circle in Photoshop Using Wacom Tablet in Windows 10

This post was created to help fellow designers disable the annoying press and hold circle using a Wacom pen tablet with Windows 10. If you’re reading this post you are probably as frustrated as I was when I installed my new tablet and started working in Photoshop CC using the brush tool only to find […]

A Visual Guide to Beer Label Materials

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In a booming craft beer scene, label art is much more than a tool to identify a brand or type of beer. Brewing is a craft, and brewers have a story to tell. Label design can offer a glimpse into what makes a brewery unique. Sitting on the cluttered shelves next to other beers, they […]

Tips for Successful Sign Design

Signs are intended to communicate a message. Whether it is for advertising, safety, warning, or identification purposes, they share the same goal: clear and visible communication. Factors of Successful Sign Design Poorly designed signs can cause confusion, misrepresent a brand, and in some cases they can be the deciding factor for whether or not a […]