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    • Keyboard Commands and Shortcuts for Adobe Illustrator

      April 8, 2021 by Chase Keller

      Adobe Illustrator is a powerful tool almost every designer uses. Within the array of design platforms Adobe offers, there is a lot to learn… and a lot of places one can get lost. Many say that the best way to learn tricks on this software is simply through trial and error. However, some of these […]

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    • Tips to overcome creative block

      March 16, 2021 by Michaela Tangeman

      Working in a creative field can be fun and exciting. Every day is different while every project has so much opportunity for creativity and new ideas. However, what do you do when you’re not feeling creative? How do you progress when you have a visual problem to solve, but no ideas on how to solve […]

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    • Four Visual Design Trends to Try in 2021

      March 10, 2021 by Chase Keller

      Muted Color Palettes   Muted color palettes are projected to be on-trend for 2021! A muted color palette includes colors with low saturation and offers a soft, subtle design style. The result often leaves users with a calming effect upon engagement. Muted colors allow designers to generate depth within the structure of a page and […]

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    • Adjusting to the Covid environment: Switching gears from Olympics-related content to Covid-related content

      November 18, 2020 by Michaela Tangeman

      JOUR397 Infographic designed by Brandi Geister, Class of 2020 “I was part of the BSU At The Games immersive learning project during the spring of 2020 semester, but COVID-19 ruined all the projects we were working on, and it got in the way of our plans to travel to the Olympics in Tokyo during the […]

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    • Student Tip: Get Involved with Student Media

      November 4, 2020 by Michaela Tangeman

      Student media groups are definitely a highlight of Ball State’s Journalism programs. They provide ample opportunities to get involved, advance your skills, and try out career options to solidify what you want to do with your degree. Whether you are interested in writing, design, music, photography, advertising, TV broadcast, magazines, podcasts or video games, there […]

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    • Student Tip: Adobe Creative Cloud Discounts

      November 4, 2020 by Michaela Tangeman

      Adobe Creative Cloud can be expensive. Even with student rates, students can pay $20 a month for all the creative apps. Most computers on campus have Adobe Creative Cloud applications for you to use; however, Ball State students can now get all the Adobe Creative Cloud applications on their personal devices for only $50 a […]

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    • Student Tip: Code Pen

      November 4, 2020 by Michaela Tangeman

      CodePen is a front-end development creative commons. Developers from all over share their web design elements on the website, including HTML,CSS and/or JavaScript for users like you to use in your own designs. CodePen is a great way to play around with code and enhance your web designs. Check it out: https://codepen.io/

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    • Student Tip: LinkedIn Learning

      November 4, 2020 by Michaela Tangeman

      Formerly known as Lynda.com, LinkedIn Learning provides thousands of online video tutorials, on various topics/industries, led by industry professionals. As a Ball State student or employee, you have access to this platform for free. These tutorials are a great way to broaden your skill set and get ahead on your learning. You can use it […]

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