Graphic & Web Design Articles

Minimum Viable Brand: Foundational Strategies for Brand Building
Posted on January 25, 2021 | by Mary Merritt | Comments
Let's take a moment to talk about what "Minimum Viable Brand" means, and why it's so dang important for every business to meet these minimum requirements. We know, we know... the word "BRAND" has almost lost its meaning at this point! We promise: this article breaks it down in a realistic, simple fashion. Read on!
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Summer's Nerdy Desktop + Mobile Backgrounds
Posted on May 29, 2020 | by Ayesha Lamons | Comments
Who doesn't need to feel a little bit more nerdy? With this new desktop and mobile background you'll be feeling inspired to throw on a pair of glasses and take the day by storm!
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Free NerdyThings Desktop Background Download
Posted on October 27, 2017 | by NerdyMind | Comments
Calling all NERDs! Transform your desktop background into the Upside Down with this NerdyMind take on one of your favorite new series! Don't ...
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User Scenarios in Web Design: The Nerdy Way
Posted on July 14, 2014 | by Mary Merritt | Comments
By now, you may or may not have noticed that NerdyMind is not your typical web design company. We don't (and won't) just jump into a design and fiddle with it until you are happy. Brace yourself ...
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Handcrafted Nerdy Icons for Web Projects
Posted on January 06, 2014 | by NerdyMind | Comments
It’s time for a freebie! Today, we are happy to feature a useful icon set, our Nerd Icons. This is a set created by the collaborative duo McKenzie Hoffman (Art Nerd) and Ayesha Syed (...
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Free Halloween Desktop Background Download
Posted on October 24, 2013 | by Ayesha Lamons | Comments
Calling all zombies! Download this boo-tiful Halloween desktop image designed by me, Ayesha Syed - the NerdyMind design intern. Don’t be frightened because it’s FREE! Get in the Halloween spirit with just one click. Start ...
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Thoughts From The Nerdy Design Intern
Posted on July 30, 2013 | by NerdyMind | Comments
I am NerdyMind's spring 2013 design intern! I worked with the NERDS from the beginning of March through May and it's been an excellent experience. I wanted to take this internship because it is different from any of ...
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Mobile First or User First: An Experience Design Philosophy
Posted on June 10, 2013 | by Mary Merritt | Comments
Nobody can deny the fact that mobile users are growing in numbers. Smartphones are becoming more and more affordable by the day, opening up a larger pool of potential users who will be looking at your website ...
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Place Your Logo Here: Smart Promotional Giveaway Ideas
Posted on May 20, 2013 | by NerdyMind | Comments
As a past participant of the Denver Convention Center I collected my fair share of swag items, some of which were impactful and others a complete waste. When thinking about giveaways try not to go the conventional ...
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The Importance of Testing Creative on the Web
Posted on March 09, 2013 | by Mary Merritt | Comments
These days, if I know I am going to present a design to a room full of marketing professionals, I make sure I have more than just a design to show them. I have charts, graphs, numbers, ...
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