The article discusses the expanding collections of fonts available online for users to customize. Users are not limited to font libraries, but can create their own fonts on sites such as www.fontstruct.com. Other options include having your handwriting customized into a typeface for around $200. These options are not being used by just designers, but by scrapbook fanatics, historical re-enactors, and restaurants.
http://www.businessweek.com/innovate/NussbaumOnDesign/archives/2008/06/the_10_commandm.html
In this article, reputable design figures came up with a list of important concepts to follow while design websites. The list includes attention to typography, content, and immersion in experience. The list says to not overwhelm the viewer with advertising and clutter.
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In the Colors of Corosion from colourlovers.com; there are beautiful images of rust and corrosion and the colors that result from the chemical reaction. It goes on to give color palettes and RGB profiles. The article was written by Evad, and was written to show that inspiration can come from anywhere, and that destruction can be beautiful. "Rust can be a humbling reminder of the passing of time and the fragility of humans and their creations, like seeing rust appear on the edges of your first bike." To go on and give multiple examples of color combinations is extremely helpful to not only designers, but every day people who may be painting their houses.
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