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Graphic & Logo Design Blog
Practical writing on logos, branding and design from the studio. 39 articles.
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8 of the best logo designers in Dublin, and who each one suits
Eight logo designers in Dublin compared, with the part of the city each studio actually works from and what each one is less suited to.
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The best graphic design companies in Ireland, ranked by what they cover
Eight Irish graphic design companies ranked on how much they actually cover, what each one publishes as evidence, and who each suits, by a studio in the list.
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Best report designers in Ireland: 5 studios compared
The best report designers in Ireland compared, with what each studio focuses on and is less suited to. Written by a Dublin studio that is included in the list.
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Best brochure designers in Ireland: 6 studios compared
The best brochure designers in Ireland compared, with what each studio focuses on and is less suited to, written by a studio in the list.
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Best packaging designers in Ireland: 5 studios compared
The best packaging designers in Ireland compared, with what each studio focuses on and is less suited to, written by a studio in the list.
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Best branding agencies in Ireland: 6 studios compared
The best branding agencies in Ireland compared, with what each one focuses on and is less suited to, written by a studio in the list.
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Best logo designers in Ireland: 6 studios compared
The best logo designers in Ireland compared, with what each studio focuses on and is less suited to, written by a studio in the list.
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Best animation and video companies in Ireland: 5 studios compared
The best animation and video companies in Ireland compared, with what each studio focuses on and is less suited to. Written by a studio included in the list.
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Best poster designers in Ireland: 6 studios compared
The best poster designers in Ireland compared, with what each studio is best at and less suited to. Written by a Dublin studio that is included in the list.
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Best AI logo generators: what you actually get
Seven AI logo generators ranked by the files you walk away with, what each one costs, and the ownership problem nobody mentions.
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How to Hire a Logo Designer in Ireland: What to Ask Before You Brief
To hire a logo designer in Ireland, ask for three things before you brief anyone: a portfolio showing finished identities in real use, a written scope…
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Logo design in Ireland: what you actually get for your money
If you are looking for logo design in Ireland, here is the short version.
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How to trademark a logo in Ireland
Learn how to protect your logo in Ireland. This guide covers what a trademark is, the step-by-step process to register your logo with IPOI/EUIPO, costs,…
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How to create a business logo that actually wins customers
Learn how to create a business logo that builds trust and wins customers. Step-by-step guide with expert tips for Irish businesses.
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Pixel Perfect Security: Navigating The Intersection Of Graphic Design And Web Safety
Learn more about Navigating The Intersection Of Graphic Design And Web Safety
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What is UX design? A comparison of UX and UI design
UX design, also known as user experience design, is a discipline that focuses on enhancing user satisfaction by improving the usability, accessibility,…
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Creating a logo for your business: what you need to consider
Logos are essential for every business, organisation, institute, or online platform. A brand without a logo is like a human without a face.
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5 essential tips for starting a successful graphic design business
Five things that matter when starting a graphic design business, from pricing and contracts to finding the first clients who actually pay on time.
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Modern Logo Design
What makes a logo look modern rather than merely current, and how to tell a design that will last from a trend that will date within two years.
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What makes a great dental clinic logo
What makes a dental clinic logo work, from the colours patients trust to the sizes it has to survive. Practical guidance for Irish dental practices.
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Designing a logo online
What you actually get from designing a logo online, where the free and template tools fall short, and when it is worth paying a designer instead.
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How to Create a Memorable Logo? (2023)
Learn how to create a memorable logo in 2023 and stand out from the crowd.
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How motion graphics work in branding and marketing
So, what do you like about videos? In other words, what is that element of a video that makes it a favourite for you?
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Green branding and marketing: where to begin
So, you want to make your brand image more sustainable. You’re not alone.
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Using Gestalt Theory in Logo Design
Learn about how Logo designers often utilise the Gestalt Theory in the logos creation process.
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Best free logo makers and generators: what you actually get
A ranked look at nine free logo makers, what each one actually lets you download for nothing, and where every one of them falls down.
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12 things to consider before creating a company or corporate logo
Learn about the most important elements to remember before creating a new company or corporate logo
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How to Choose the Right Stock Photo
How to choose stock photography that does not look like stock photography, and the licensing traps that catch Irish businesses out.
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7 Types of Graphic Design
Learn about the different types of Graphic Design and what they entail.
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7 types of logo design you should know about
Logotypes are important not only for business owners and graphic designers but for anyone who wants to make sure that their logo is as effective as possible.
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Top 101 most famous logos of all time, ranked
Learn and view the most famous Logos in the world at the moment. This article tells the stories behind the top 101 most famous logos throughout the world in…
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Best fonts for modern logo design
The best fonts for logo design ranked, with what each one is best at and worst at. Judged on how they survive small sizes, one colour, signage and embroidery.
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Multiple monitors boost productivity by up to 35.5%
Less is not always more. For many tasks, multiple monitors offer definite advantages over a single screen.
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12 tips for designing a memorable poster
Are you looking for a poster to advertise your event or business? We explore some tips for designing a memorable poster.
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What are the most important brand elements?
Learn about what will make your brand step out from the crowd in 2023. Brand identity is the vehicle that enhances connection with potential and loyal…
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Why most top brands use only one or two colours in their logo
If you are in the market for a custom-designed logo for your new company or organisation, it is often a good idea to look what more established brands have…
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The elements of great logo design
We give an overview of the main elements that make up great logo design and how you can make your logo design stand out
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Economic impact of the Covid 19 crisis on the Irish economy
How the Covid 19 crisis reshaped the Irish economy, and what the downturn meant for small businesses, marketing budgets and design spend.
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Six things to consider when hiring a graphic designer
Learn the most important aspects when looking to hire a graphic designer.
