Graphic design

Tips & Tricks No. 5

2023-11-17T10:25:32+01:0016 February 2021|

neunmalklug from vh-crossmedia

In the "neunmalklug" section, I publish tips, tricks and technical information about graphic and web design at irregular intervals. Today:

Graphic design basics: Hierarchy

Here is 9 x expertise on the topic of "hierarchy" in graphic design:

  1. Size and weight: Use different sizes and weights of fonts to create visual hierarchies and emphasise important information.
  2. Colour: Use of colours to create visual hierarchies and highlight important information.
  3. Position: Placement of visual elements at strategic points on a page to convey the importance and sequence of information.
  4. Contrast: Use of contrasts in colour, size and shape to create visual hierarchies and highlight important information.
  5. Consistency: Use of consistent visual elements to create a clear hierarchy and facilitate the perception of content.
  6. Attention: Use of visual elements to draw the viewer's attention to important information.
  7. Shape: Use of shapes to create a clear hierarchy of visual elements and emphasise important information.
  8. Visual language: Use of visual language to convey complex information quickly and simply and to create a clear hierarchy of information.
  9. Negative space or white space: Use of empty space or white space around visual elements to focus on specific areas and create a clear hierarchy.

Should we use these tips together?
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Christmas is coming ...

2021-02-05T14:56:25+01:0029 December 2020|

As every year, the task in 2020 was to create Christmas design templates for my customers' cards. A large selection of individual layouts makes every Christmas greeting unique.

vh-crossmedia | leaflets, folders, flyers

Tips & Tricks No. 4

2023-11-17T10:25:35+01:0016 December 2020|

neunmalklug from vh-crossmedia

In the "neunmalklug" section, I publish tips, tricks and technical information about graphic and web design at irregular intervals. Today:

Graphic design basics: Colour

Here is 9 x expertise on the subject of "colour" in graphic design:

  1. Colour psychology: Colours have a psychological effect on the viewer and can evoke emotions.
  2. Colour combinations: Choosing the right colour combinations is crucial to achieving a visually appealing design.
  3. Contrast: The use of contrasting colours can help to highlight important information and improve readability.
  4. Colour saturation: The saturation of colours influences their effect on the viewer.
  5. Choice of colour: The right choice of colour is important to communicate the identity and personality of the brand.
  6. Colour gradients: Colour gradients can be used to create smooth colour transitions and improve visual depth.
  7. Colour tone: The colour tone of colours is important to convey the mood and atmosphere.
  8. Colour theory: Understanding colour theory can help to achieve a visually appealing design.
  9. Colour contrast: The contrast between the colours is important to improve readability and the visual hierarchy in the design.

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Workbook for students with plenty of room for design

2024-02-25T12:24:10+01:0006 November 2020|

For the social sciences didactics department at Trier University, a logbook was requested as a workbook with plenty of space for students' own designs, spontaneous notes, sketches and drawings. The look had to be professional on the one hand, but also young, fresh and target group-orientated on the other - a kind of "lure book" to inspire students to try out different methods of political education and be curious. A great result!

vh-crossmedia | Volker Heupel | References

It runs like clockwork: personalised labels

2024-02-15T16:04:53+01:0004 November 2020|

Designing labels and stickers according to customer specifications is also part of my portfolio. However, layouts for oil canisters are a rarity and therefore all the more fun. With the customised products from Gartenwelt Frey, advertising now runs like clockwork!

vh-crossmedia | Volker Heupel | References

Tips & Tricks No. 3

2023-11-17T10:25:35+01:0016 October 2020|

neunmalklug from vh-crossmedia

In the "neunmalklug" section, I publish tips, tricks and technical information about graphic and web design at irregular intervals. Today:

Graphic design basics: Typography

Here is 9 x expertise on the topic of "typography" in graphic design:

  1. Fonts: Choosing the right fonts is crucial to achieving a visually appealing design.
  2. Legibility: The legibility of the font is crucial to ensure that the text can be easily read by the viewer.
  3. Scalability: The fonts should be scalable so that they look good in different sizes and resolutions.
  4. Alignment: The alignment of the text influences the visual balance and readability.
  5. Spacing: The spacing between letters and lines influences legibility and the visual hierarchy in the design.
  6. Colour: The colour of the font should be chosen carefully to achieve a visually appealing design.
  7. Font style: Choosing the right font style is important to improve the visual hierarchy in the design.
  8. Consistency: The font should be used consistently throughout the design in order to achieve a coherent design.
  9. Context: The font should be carefully placed in the context of the design to ensure that it works well and conveys its message effectively.

Fancy applying these tips to YOUR project?
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Tips & Tricks No. 2

2023-11-17T10:25:37+01:0016 August 2020|

neunmalklug from vh-crossmedia

In the "neunmalklug" section, I publish tips, tricks and technical information about graphic and web design at irregular intervals. Today:

What actually is SEO?

Here are 9 answers to this question:

  1. SEO stands for Search Engine Optimisation. It is a measure to improve the visibility of a website in the organic search results of search engines such as Google.
  2. The aim of SEO is to achieve a higher ranking in the search results through targeted optimisation of the content and technology of a website, thereby generating more traffic to the website.
  3. SEO includes a variety of techniques, such as optimising keywords, improving the page structure, increasing loading times, creating high-quality content and gaining backlinks.
  4. SEO is a long-term process and requires continuous monitoring and adaptation as search engine algorithms are constantly changing and new trends and technologies emerge.
  5. A well-executed SEO can have a very positive impact on business, as it means greater visibility and therefore a wider reach.
  6. In addition to organic search results, there are also paid search results, which are summarised under the term SEA (Search Engine Advertising).
  7. SEO is a complex topic that encompasses various aspects of website optimisation and requires a comprehensive understanding of technology, content, marketing and analysis.
  8. Many companies invest in SEO to increase their visibility in search engines and thus drive more traffic and potential customers to their website.
  9. Successful SEO strategies require an in-depth understanding of the target group, the competition and the search engine algorithms in order to be able to take targeted measures.

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