With all the recent advancements in web development and the new tools to quickly create a website, it is sometimes difficult for newbies to know where to start when it comes to website creation. In my opinion, it is essential for any good graphic designer to have a good base knowledge of HTML and CSS. While it can be relatively easy to install and run a CMS (Content Management System), it is sometimes not necessary to have a full-on installation if a client requires a basic 2-page website with minimal text and graphics.

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Designing a great logo is no easy task. There is a lot of upfront research, communication and sketches and that needs to take place before a first set of logos are created. One good place to start the process of logo creation is to look at other logos for ideas in concept, style and design.  Continuing with our popular Logo Ideas series, we have created a new set of basic logos which highlight various current styles and trends.

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Looking for new music icons to use on your next interactive project or musical flyer? Download this free set of music graphics and incorporate them on your next design. Use the buttons on your interactive website or use the graphics on your music collage. Included in this set are a wide range of music graphics, from digital music icons to retro media and musical instruments. In this set you will find cassette tape icons, interactive buttons (play, stop, pause, foward, reverse), musical notes, African drums, piano keyboard, equalizer graphics, speakers, headphones, vinyl records and various music icons. Download this set of music graphics and modify them to match your style and composition.

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Are you stuck with the same style of logos or don’t know what other concepts to try next? Here we have a listed a small set of ideas to get your started. Now, most logos do not start with the design style, but with the concept. So I recommend your first step in logo design begins with lots of research and a pen and paper. Research what message the logo needs to deliver and what style will fit the brand best.

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Need some clean vector wallpapers for your next project, or simply to make your desktop less boring? download these free backgrounds and enhance your designs. These abstract wallpapers were all created in vector, which allows easy scaling and color manipulation. These beautiful backgrounds were designed by combining transparent effects with layer effects on Illustrator. The use of simple objects along with repetitive patterns, and bright gradients give these backgrounds a surreal look. Along with the vector backgrounds are the raster (bitmap) versions  at a resolution of 1920 x 1440. This resolution can easily be scaled to more popular 1024 x 768, 800 x 600, and similar sizes with the same ratio. They can also be cropped to fit wide-screen monitors. Download these free wallpapers and enhance your desktop, or edit the vector version and create your own unique background to use on your next website.

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Your high-tech design not looking techie enough? Use this free set of hi-tech graphics and add that futuristic look your design. Incorporate these vector elements in your flash website or use as design elements on your wallpaper to create a unique modern look. With these high-tech elements you can quickly create your own backgrounds, or simply use these as ideas for your next interactive project. This design set contains variations of circles, arrows, dividers and elements with sharp edges and rounded corners. Note the various use of repeating patterns and random objects. The high-tech look is often accomplished with subtle use of tech elements, a well-designed layout and a consistent color scheme. Create your own futuristic graphic today!

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