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Stop Spacing Objects Manually in Adobe Illustrator & Use the Distribute Tool Instead
Tired of manually spacing objects in Adobe Illustrator? In this quick tutorial, learn how to use the Distribute tool to evenly space repeating elements in just a few clicks. It's a simple time-saving trick that helps create cleaner, more consistent designs while speeding up your workflow.

Rachel Rains
Aug 5


Font Personalities: Getting to Know Different Font Styles and Their Characteristics
Every font has a personality, and the fonts you choose can shape how customers perceive your brand before they read a single word. In this guide, we explore the characteristics, associations, and common uses of eight different font categories to help you find the right typographic voice for your business.

Steven Shippy
Jul 8


Designing Your Perfect Logo: A Creative Journey
Designing a logo isn’t just about making it look pretty - it’s about capturing the heart and soul of your brand in a single, powerful image.

Rachel Rains
Jan 22, 2025


Best Gadgets to Invest in for a Career in Graphic Design
Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting in the field, investing in the right tools can significantly enhance productivity.

Rachel Rains
Apr 17, 2024


10 Rules for Copywriting
Copywriting is defined as “the act or occupation of writing text for the purpose of advertising or other forms of marketing”. Ultimately, this type of writing has a call to action for the customer (ie, call us, visit our website, invite a friend for a discount, etc.). We do a lot of writing at Marketing Maven, so when we came across this list of rules for copywriting, we wanted to share it… but also wanted to add our own flare to the list! By Natalie Klima, inspired by '10 Ru

Rachel Rains
Sep 11, 2023


Pros and Cons of 99 Designs
Pros and Cons of 99 Designs

Rachel Rains
May 31, 2023


5 Ways to Overcome Creative Block
As a creative person, staying in the zone is tough. Whether you are a writer, an artist, or video editor, trying to come up with great ideas can seem impossible. Here are five suggestions to get back into that creative flow! 1. Change Your Space Whether you are working in an office or working from home, it’s important to change up your area in some way or another. A freshen-up in your work area is so important for not only your creative workflow but your mental health. You ca

Rachel Rains
Jan 10, 2023


Five Reasons You Might Need a New Logo
Starting a business is tough. But what can be even harder is coming up with a logo and visual experience for your customer. A logo is often the first thing a customer sees when they experience your brand. You want to make a good impression and convey what your business does, but you also want to invoke feelings of confidence and positive vibes from the get-go. So how do you know when it’s time to design a new logo for your business? (Or even just to update and modernize.) Her

Rachel Rains
Sep 21, 2021


3 Reasons Your Small Business Should Outsoure Your Marketing
We get it. You're an entrepreneur. You have to do everything. You’ve been told by all the experts that you and only you can get the job done right. Wrong! Even the most talented small business owner can’t be good at everything. Sure you may be great at selling retail products or installing air conditioners, but do you really want to tackle making a website or figuring out the dimensions of your company facebook cover photo? One of the biggest reasons that many startups and

Rachel Rains
Aug 31, 2021
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