Free Lessons in Graphic Design Theory

Theory is the missing link for many un-trained but otherwise talented designers. At psd.tutsplus.com are 50 excellent graphic design theory lessons, about

Typography
Grid Based Design
Color Theory
Design Theory
UI & Usability

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Contracts for Graphic Designers

Every designer creates original work that is protected by copyright. Take the time to understand and protect your rights.
Contracts For Designers, Who Hate Contracts is a quick, 20 page read.
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Nowadays People silhouettes are one of the most needed elements for designer.
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You can use them in Illustrator too
Like this:

To convert Photoshop Custom shape into Illustrator vector follow steps:
1) Open both Photoshop and Illustrator;
2) Draw a shape in photoshop;
3) Select Pen Tool (P);
4) Hold “ctrl” and click near your shape;
5) Cover your shape by selection rectangle;
6) Copy it (Ctrl+C);
7) Paste it in Illustrator (Ctrl+V)

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Eset ofera pe site doar versiuni trial pentru evaluare, dar mai ofera si versiuni pentru produse comerciale.
La o versiune trial dupa ce expira perioada de evaluare de 30 zile, trebuie sa introduceti o licenta comerciala pentru a putea folosi in continuare produsul.
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Despre cum se obtine varianta comerciala cititi aici

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