Beyond the Pen Tool: A creative blog by DesignCrowd

How To Build A Multi-Million Dollar Website Without Spending A Cent

DesignCrowd - Tuesday, April 12, 2016

Do you have a business idea keeping you awake at night? Are you putting it off because you think building the website is too much work or you don't have the knowledge to do it? With the growth of open-sourced platforms and advent of 'freemium pricing models', the time to try is now. Read more

Tips On How To Create The Best UI/UX For Your Website

Jessica Walrack - Monday, April 11, 2016

If you are building a website, there is much more to it than just putting pages together. You also need to design for the user experience. You'll find plenty of developers out there who have a good grasp of the technical requirements for building a site, but you will also need a skilled web designer to help create the best experience for your visitors. Here are some of the ins and outs of UI/UX that are important to be aware of. Read more

15 Above Par Golf Logo Designs For Clubs, Courses, And Websites

Kevin Bradford - Saturday, April 9, 2016

Whether you're playing off scratch, or just scratching around, Golfer's Day is an an ideal time to enjoy the sport with friends and family. Here at DesignCrowd however, we see it as the perfect opportunity to tee-up some of our best golf related logos crowdsourced online by brands from all over the world. Read more

Cartoon Characters Appear Miscast In Popular TV Shows

Kevin Bradford - Friday, April 8, 2016

How would some of the most recognizable cartoon faces look if they popped up on alternative or even rival shows? In 2014, The Simpsons and Family Guy did a combination episode, to mixed reviews. The creative community here at DesignCrowd however has produced a cracking line up of cartoon cross-overs which although may never happen, would make captivating TV. Read more

Indian Designer Anand Thangavel Has Earned $1 Million Through Working On DesignCrowd

Kevin Bradford - Thursday, April 7, 2016

Five years after registering on DesignCrowd, Anand Thangavel has submitted almost 100,000 designs, and has earned more than US$1million from his work. Working out of the UK, he says he participates in all the web projects he can manage, and revels in the freedom the freelance lifestyle offers. Read more

Top Designers From French Speaking Countries Featured on DesignCrowd

Kevin Bradford - Thursday, April 7, 2016

There are some 25,000 designers in our community registered in French speaking countries, with many coming from France, Belgium, and Switzerland. So to celebrate the launch of DesignCrowd's French language website, we've rounded up the top ten designers in our community who are based in those three countries. Read more

24 Refreshing Beer Logos, Labels, And Websites To Mark New Beers Eve

Kevin Bradford - Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Beer often forms part of a good celebration, so it's only right the amber nectar receives its own recognition. And in America, that glass-clinking cheers to beers happens today, on New Beers' Eve. So sit back and enjoy a cool beverage while you scroll through these refreshing designs. Read more

Why Learn About The Customer Journey On Your Website?

Jessica Walrack - Tuesday, April 5, 2016

Where in the buying cycle are you losing customers? Which call to action buttons are most effective? Answers to questions like these are invaluable for a business that operates online. Understanding the customer journey can provide valuable information which can be used to streamline your website and ultimately increase your profits. Read more

What Is The Difference Between Web Design And Web Development?

Jessica Walrack - Monday, April 4, 2016

People outside of the industry often believe web design and web development are just different ways of referring to the same thing. However, there are differences that are important to know when building or updating a website. If you are looking to start a website, then the distinction between the two will be important. Read more

40 Black And White Logo Designs To Demonstrate The Diversity Of The Colour Combination

Kevin Bradford - Saturday, April 2, 2016

Black offers a powerful, sophisticated, and luxurious quality, which is supported by the pure, practical, and clean elements of white. The crisp lines help punch the logo and the simple black shape defines modern. To emphasize the possibilities, we have rounded up a batch of the best black and white logos from DesignCrowd. Read more

Hi Creative Entrepreneurs!

Welcome to our blog. Our aim is to provide only the best, most beautiful and super useful content, including posts on graphic design, crowdsourcing, small business, startups and innovation. Discover fantastic content, written by industry professionals and thought leaders everyday on the DesignCrowd blog.

Follow us socially