A Showcase of Beautiful Architectural Photography

Architecture is probably one of the most complex forms of art. Not only should it be beautiful, but it must also be functional. The same thing can be said about other forms of art like web design, but architecture takes place in the real world with real materials, and on a much larger scale.

Since we are most often surrounded by architecture in our daily lives, it’s to be expected that architecture is a popular subject for photographers. In this article, we are presenting a showcase of beautiful architectural photography. In these photos you’ll notice a strong focus on composition and lighting. As well, many are shot from angles that reveal beauty in the structures that probably goes unnoticed by passers-by. (more…)

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12 Alternative Web Browsers You Should Try

Chances are you’re viewing this page in one of the following web browsers: Firefox, Internet Explorer, or Chrome. I can make this assumption because these three browsers combine for about 90% of the market share. Then again, you might be one of the few people that have adopted an alternative to the big name web browsers. Whatever the case, you do have options when it comes to web browsing. The three I’ve already mentioned have gained popularity for different reasons, but being popular doesn’t always mean something is the right fit for everybody. (more…)

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30 Minimal Logo Designs that Say More with Less

A logo is the visual cornerstone of one’s branding. While some logos are complex, often the most memorable ones are those that are simplistic. Instead of relying on detailed graphics and icons, these minimal logos rely on creative typography, simple shapes, and clever negative space to tell the story. (more…)

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WDL Premium: Ornate Vectors from Go Media

Today we’re releasing another amazing vector pack for our WDL Premium Members from the talented people at Go Media. Ornate is one of the best vector packs released by Go Media. It features some of the most detailed and original ornamental design work that you can find online. With the popularity of ornamental design these days, it’s surprising how hard it is to find quality ornate vector graphics that are authentic and original. These florid vector shapes have a flowing and “undersea” appeal to them, but can be used in any design. (more…)

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20 Fresh Sets of Free Icons for Web Designers

We love finding and sharing freebies with our readers, especially icons. We do this so you can focus on doing what’s important, instead of spending all your time searching the internet. In this article, we’ve rounded up 20 sets of freshly created free icons. If you don’t have an immediate need for them, I’m sure you can find a place for them in your icon library. (more…)

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13 Useful Google Chrome Extensions for Web Developers

Google Chrome, like Firefox, has the ability to increase its functionality and capabilities through the use of extensions. If you’re a web developer, Google Chrome comes with a nice set of developer tools built in that will make your life easier. But there are also a number of extensions that will give you even more tools at your disposal. The great thing about extensions is that they allow you to perform tasks that would normally require you to switch over to another application. Being able to perform certain tasks without leaving your browser can be a big time saver. (more…)

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UPrinting Poster Prints Giveaway Winners Announced

Last week we posted a giveaway of 24×36 poster prints byUPrinting. In order to be eligible, all you had to do was leave a comment on that post. Today we’re announcing the 5 winners that were randomly selected from all the comments. (more…)

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deLuxe: A Premium WordPress Theme

Today we’re releasing another beautiful premium WordPress theme from ThemeShift to our premium members. deLuxe is a warm and elegant WordPress theme. Use it on any site for hotels, restaurants or resorts or for websites about lifestyle and luxury. It makes your site look professional and unique, or simply deluxe. Be sure to check out the other great themes by ThemeShift. (more…)

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10 Simple and Light Weight CMS Solutions

Choosing the right content management system can be an overwhelming task for a web designer or developer. There are so many available, all with different features, it can be difficult to decide which is the best solution for a particular web project. For complex websites, a fully featured CMS is probably the best way to go. However, for simple sites, lots of bells and whistles can be overkill and actually be a bit confusing for the person maintaining the website.

In this article, I’ve rounded up 10 simple and light weight cms solutions. All of these systems were built with simplicity and ease-of-use in mind. (more…)

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A Showcase of Workstations that’ll Make You Jealous

Whether you’re a designer, developer, animator, or blogger, your workstation plays a major role in how you get things done. Some of us like a neat, clean, and inspiring workspace, while others require a crazy over-the-top hardware configuration.

In this article, we’ve compiled a showcase of photos that will give you workstation envy. The thing about workstations is that even if you have a nice one, seeing another awesome setup can make you a bit jealous. (more…)

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