7 Web 2.0 badges vector download

06.10.07

Filed Under: Resources, Web 2.0 with 41 Comments

Today, I will give out the my latest vector collection which is 7 different styles of badges vector, all free for download! As you can see, the 7 badges each I created is unique shapes and styles, read more to take a clearer view of 7 of it. To make the series special, I put [...]

16+ the ten list for web designers

28.09.07

Filed Under: Inspiration, Resources, Web 2.0, Web Design with 8 Comments

As web designers I am always hunt for resources on the web, for example tutorials, gallery showcases, and thoughts from the experienced designers so that I can learn something from it. I subscribed to many designer’s blog feed and surf Del.icio.us regularly, and I found out some The Ten List from various websites to inspire [...]

Cute Japanese font for download

21.09.07

Filed Under: Japan, Resources, Typography with 71 Comments

To be honest, Asian language fonts that is free are really hard to find, especially Japanese fonts. There are many Japanese fonts that can be type with English input but not the real actual Japanese input fonts. Plus, the system installed Japanese typefaces are so damn boring and too formal. But today I found a [...]

Free online translation service for Japanese noob

15.09.07

Filed Under: Japan, Resources with 19 Comments

Although I had self-studied Japanese for several years and how much I indulged myself into Japanese stuff, I’m still at beginner level of Japanese language. Blame my own laziness . In the past, when I listen to Japanese songs, I listen to the rhythm is enough, but now, I want to know what is the [...]

Get free stock photos at Crestock.com

15.09.07

Filed Under: Art & Design, Resources with 2 Comments

As a designer, I always hunt for free stuff, especially stock photos. These free stock images are important because they are free of charge and become handy when I can’t capture the photos myself. Crestock.com provides this by supplying free stock photos daily. All you need to do is subscribe to their daily free stock [...]

4 sites for your testing needs

13.09.07

Filed Under: Resources, Web Design with 0 Comments

Human are always curious to test things out. We test things so that we can improve and be smarter. I found out 4 sites that provides free testing and comparing services that will save your time and to know your websites performance. The testing service varies from browser compatibility check to website readability test, let’s [...]

Creative packaging inspiration ~modern & vintage~

11.09.07

Filed Under: Art & Design, Inspiration, Resources with 31 Comments

Packaging is one of the most common example of graphic design in the world. Apart from displaying the important information, the packaging has become an important sales tool. With the use of illustration, color, typography and even various packaging materials, designers can create an attractive image and build a brand identity that is eye-catchy and [...]

I like Computer Arts magazine

09.08.07

Filed Under: Inspiration, Resources with 8 Comments

As what title said, I Like Computer Arts! For the pass few months I had been buying several design magazines to get more readings and inspiration apart from the web research, such as Computer Arts (RM42), Practical Web Design (RM29.90) and Web Designer Mag (RM46.90). I had gone through these three books and all of [...]

About button design

05.08.07

Filed Under: Art & Design, Inspiration, Resources, Web 2.0 with 5 Comments

Last week, I had been doing some UI design which consists of many buttons. When the first time I did for review, they said my button is too flat and not delicious enough to click. Hmmm okay.. Actually it is hard to judge a good button design but certainly is lack of research material out [...]

Bon Odori Fan Vector Download

22.07.07

Filed Under: Art & Design, Japan, Resources, Tutorial with 8 Comments

Last week, I and my friends went to the Bon Odori at Shah Alam, and I wrote an entry about it too. It was an enjoyable event and definitely looking forward to go again next year. When arriving the stadium, everyone will get a plastic fan to get yourself cold down. When I take back [...]