Graphic Fetish » Web Design

20 Reasons Why I Love Vector Art on Websites

Kristina — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:43:45 +0000

The incorporation of vector illustrations has truly taken both online and printed media to a whole new level. It has the power to take out the formality and plainness of an otherwise monotonous design and instead offer a certain dose of playfulness to any marketing medium. Its versatility visible in almost any type of media, from brochure printing, posters, logos and web design, vector art has certainly made its mark in modern art.

Time for some eye-candy! Here are 20 online reasons why I just can’t get enough of vector art.

AlexBuga.com

AndyWard.com

Artua.com

Bantora.com

BlackMoonDev.com

BornLiving.com

CreativeSpark.co.uk

CulinaryCulture.com

FrancescoMugnai.com

GarysRealLife.com

GoWalla.com

Haafe.com

I-Avion.com

LemonStandApp.com

LucLaTulippe.com

MarkForrester.co.za

NDesignStudio.com

PirajaFisken.net

StudioRacket.org

SushiMonstr.com

12 Awesome Monochrome Websites

Kristina — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:43:12 +0000

Gone is the era when monochrome designs are frowned upon. Vector illustrations, photoshop backgrounds and textures, brushes and exciting typography have all paved the way for a monochromatic makeover. If you’re thinking of trying out this design palette, here are some websites to inspire you.

BFish

Bruno Souza

Carsonified

Demain J’arrete

Denise Chandler

Hokusai

Kanella

Mutt Ink

One Twenty-Six

Rich Brown

Starbucks Coffee At Home

Team Fanny Pack

As with most online design techniques, going creatively monochrome can also be applied to printed media such as posters, business cards, brochures and more!

Think you have more inspiring designs? Show us your link by commenting on this post.

34 Super Cool Photoshop Brushes

Kristina — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:33:11 +0000

For creative folks who just can’t get enough of Photoshop Brushes, here’s a little something for you. It took me some effort to step on the brakes and put an end to this list so I do hope you enjoy downloading and using these fantastic brushes made by talented people online. If you know of a photoshop brush you think should be a part of the list, feel free to contribute!

Starry Grunge

C4D Render Brushes

Halftone Brushes

Aurius

Damaged Film Brushes

Dream On Shape Brushes

Fuzzies Brush

Darius Brushes

Smudge Brush

Abstract Brushes

Megatron Abstract Brushes

Sparkle Brushes

Vector Brushes

Fresh Foliage

Japanese Foliage

Antique Brushes

Old Stuff Brushes

Stamp Brushes

Crack Effect

Smoke Brushes

Worn Brushes

Fractal Brushes

Brushes by Mortani

Grunge Brushes

Urban Scrawl Brushes

Metal CX Fractal Brush Set

Hair Brushes

Leavy Borders

Smooth Abstract

Retro Vectors Brushes

Burnt Paper Brushes

Shadows Brushes

Pop Art Brushes

Floral Brushes

17 Refreshing Green Website Designs

Kristina — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:29:26 +0000

The week is almost over and if you’ve been held up by the neck with work as much as I do, then you’ll enjoy a refreshing break. We’ve looked around to look for a refreshing collection of green websites to soothe your eyes and your mind. As always, feel free to add your own green refreshing favorites!

Lipton Website

Nutrifield

Landscaping Victoria

Hrasti

Go Glamping

Outdoor Italia

Weberica

Drop Bags

Pegada Ecologica

XHMTLIT

Ecologue

Green Clean Mom

Dara’s Garden

Haragei

Interag

4Design

Belflora

24 Colorful Websites We Love

Kristina — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:28:24 +0000

If you need a splash of color to lively up your Wednesday, check out our 24 favorites for colorful website designs. Feel free to contribute colorful websites which you’ve stumbled upon. You may click on the screen captures to go to the website itself.

http://blog.raduceuca.com/

http://ma.tt/

http://adaptd.com/

http://www.catydesign-studio.com/

http://www.ndesign-studio.com/

http://www.pixelcriminals.com/container/

http://www.webscienceman.com/

http://www.jonathansace.com/

http://www.jor-on.com/blog/

http://www.thealamobasement.com/

http://www.colourpixel.com/

http://www.webdesignerdepot.com/

http://www.valpnow.com/

http://nicesketches.com/

http://www.ludoescrime.com/

http://quilo.co.uk/

http://jp33.com/

http://www.urbancowboy.net

Energizer

http://artgeex.com/v6/

http://www.casioexilimlab.com/

http://www.cult-f.net/

http://www.sitesquared.com/

http://www.pixele.fr/

7 Sites That Showcase The Best Web Designs

Kristina — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 05:08:55 +0000

Here are 7 online goldmines to really cool and inspiring website designs. Below each URL are some samples of website designs you can find from the list. Feel free to contribute if you know of a great website with a really creative design.

http://www.thebestdesigns.com

http://www.cssarts.com

http://www.designshack.co.uk/

http://www.boxedcss.com/

http://www.cssdance.com

http://designcharts.com

http://www.coolhomepages.com/