Adobe Photoshop is such a comprehensive and universal design software that it provides you with hundreds of tools to carry out any design-related task. There are many ways to achieve the same result. Typography plays a crucial role in achieving the desired goals with many designs. Whether it's a social media post, the cover of...

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The Slice Tool in Illustrator is an excellent tool for dividing artwork into smaller pieces for various purposes, like web design, logo creation, creating interactive elements, and more. It separates parts of an element that can be saved as individual images. In this tutorial, we'll discuss the concept of the Slice Tool and provide a...

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Please be advised that the Koi theme has been converted into a Themify theme. With the Themify framework and widgets integration, it gives you more options in term of theme settings, styling, layout options, and sidebar widgets. I also added some new WordPress 3.0 features such as custom menus and child theme support. Read this […]

On Sep 2nd, 2010, I spoke at a design conference called Frontend 2010 (hosted by IXD) in Oslo, Norway. Below is the slide of my presentation. You may read the recap on Web Designer Wall or download the presentation at SlideShare.

I will be speaking at Future of Web Design (FOWD) conference in New York City upcoming November 15 – 17, 2010. This will be my second time speaking at FOWD. I’ve been attending FOWD in the past several years and they get better and better. So, I’m very excited to have this opportunity to speak […]

I just designed another elegant WordPress theme at Themify called Edmin. This theme comes 4 different skins and 7 layout options. It is suitable for general blog and photography sites. Check out the demo now.

Check out the latest theme that I just released yesterday on Themify named Photobox. It is a WordPress theme for photobloggers. The theme features a gallery slider on the homepage and a lightbox gallery in the posts using WordPress built-in media gallery feature. No additional plugin is required to install this theme. Read more details […]

A friend of mine just setup an online shop to sell bead jewelry made with quality beads and silver. Below is a gallery of their products. Check out Beadme.ca to buy or see more. [nggallery id=15]

After 3.5+ years, I finally gave Web Designer Wall a new look. The new design is not just visually appealing, but well coded in technical point of view. I incorporated a lot of new web standard techniques such as HTML5, CSS3, and media queries. The new design works on all devices and resolutions. The design […]

I’m excited to announce that I’m invited to speak at Mad in Spain on June 3rd, 2011. Organized by Domestika, Mad in Spain is one of the largest design conferences in Spain. This year is going to be their 6th anniversary. I will presenting a talk on applying art in modern web design. After the […]

I just wanted to announce a new WordPress theme that I designed called Elemin. It is minimal theme coded with Google font, CSS3, Javascript and HTML5. The design is completely fluid and responsive (using CSS3 Media Queries). This means the layout automatically adapts based on the user’s viewport. To see it in action, visit the […]

I recently redesigned Best Web Gallery with responsive features. Check it out!

If you are interested to buy icons from IconDock or themes from Themify, I have a coupon code for you. Use ‘ndesign’ coupon code on IconDock to save 20% off any icon sets. The discount code on Themify is also the same ‘ndesign’. You can save 20% off any WordPress themes.

Check out this awesome cake made by Elena based on my Phoenix illustration. According to Elena, it took her about a week, 5 hours each day, to finish it. I’m amazed with the details and colors she input on the work. It depicts the features of the Chinese phoenix. The cake was for a local cake […]

Below is the latest illustration, Redesign the Web Poster, that I did for Smashing Magazine’s poster design contest: Redesign the Web, Redesign the World. The work is done with Adobe Illustrator and then touched up with Photoshop.

I’ve partnered with Moo.com to offer a free set of 100 MiniCards. It is absolutely free. All you have to pay is the shipping and handling fee. You can print up to 100 different images in one pack. Hurry now, this offer expires August 31, 2012.

I haven’t updated this blog for the longest time. Today I have something very exciting to present. I’ve been working very hard with the Themify team on a new theme builder for WordPress called Themify Flow. It is a lightweight, fast performance framework, which allows you to build responsive themes. Everything is done within WordPress […]

A very dry Bonnington Linn, the upper waterfall of the Falls of Clyde.

With a Canon 7D replacement more and more likely, and expected to be announced soon, is this the time to think about buying a Canon 7D?

St. Mary's lighthouse The lighthouse is located on a tiny tidal island and accessible through a short causeway, just north of Whitley Bay, England.

The Saltwell Towers are located in the center of Saltwell Park, Gateshead, England.

Grab your free copy of DxO FilmPack 3 until August 15, 2014.

After the announcement that Apple will not be continuing development of Aperture, Adobe announces the development of a migration tool to help those thinking about switching.

Book review of "Mastering Landscape Photography" by David Taylor.

Announcing the release of PhotoNetCast #88, the ultimate filter episode.

Earn while you sleep: Realistic passive income ideas you can pursue part time! Ditch the 9-5 with the right idea, hard work, & these essential tools.

Hire a WooCommerce developer who's reliable, affordable, & gets the job done on time. 4 ways to find the right fit. Here’s what to ask first.

Find the best WordPress ecommerce plugins. Compare top options: Are they worth the cost? Proven tools for a profitable online store.

What makes consumers choose one company over another? Identify your unique value proposition to make more sales at higher prices. Examples & tips.

As ecommerce revs up for the holidays, it's time to prepare. Brand new survey data for Black Friday 2024 stats and trends from your friends at Woo.

How the wellness brand DOMMA achieved 350% year-over-year growth with one key tool. Can’t-miss success tips from a successful women-owned brand.

Ready to migrate from GoDaddy to WooCommerce? 6 signs you should make the move. GoDaddy vs Woo comparison chart. Pros & cons. 3 ways to switch.

How one of Norway's largest importers migrated to WooCommerce and scaled an 800k SKU operation for a better user experience, performance, and results.

Black Friday trends: Understand the best practices and favorite tools for your WooCommerce store's Black Friday marketing strategy.

Which ecommerce business model is best for your idea? Long-term and short-term strategies for operations, profits, and a successful launch.

Discover how to find the right product manufacturer, vet suppliers effectively, and use a checklist to ensure the best quality at the lowest costs.

How to navigate NFTs + the top considerations for choosing the right partner in this beginners guide for store owners.

Make the most of the holiday shopping season — convert more visitors into customers. Quick changes that can make a big difference in 5 steps.

Are digital products more profitable? How does inventory work? Examples you can start selling fast! The best tools to sell digital products.

Planning a new online business? Conduct a competitive analysis to understand your market, beat your rivals, and position your brand for success.

Control fulfillment costs by using 3PL services, rethinking packaging materials, using scalable warehouse space, and automating processes.

In mid-June, I went paddleboarding on Horsetooth Reservoir, starting from Soldier Cove in Lory State Park. I believe it is the shortest walk from the park to the water and puts you in the middle of somewhat protected and quiet […]

Stand up paddling During August 2023 I visited Horsetooth Reservoir several times with Starboard Waterline SUP, the same board I paddled in the Missouri River 340 race. It was rather a relaxed paddling with a lot of photography since I […]

In late November, I embarked on an 8-day trip from Colorado to Florida and back. The primary goal was to bring home a rowing shell and, of course, capture as many pictures and video clips as possible. I drove my […]

I love photographing Boyd Lake at sunrise and sunset. This year I visited this State Park twice. Gravel biking First time it was in late January. The lake was covered by a solid ice and there was a lot of […]

It’s easy to underestimate the effect hosting has on how well your WordPress website operates. The right hosting plan can […]

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Struggling to find the perfect theme for your new website? You’re not alone. There are countless options out there to […]

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With so many WooCommerce themes available in the WordPress marketplace, it can be difficult to choose just one among the […]

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Divi and Elementor are two of the most popular visual page builders for WordPress on the market. Both tools have […]

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Do you need to create a high-converting landing page for your website? Thankfully, there are some well-developed WordPress landing page […]

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