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Font Collections / 23 Apr 2025

Typography in Dark Mode: How to Optimize Fonts for Low-Light UI

Dark mode has become more than just a trend—it’s a preferred way to browse, work, and interact for millions of users.

From mobile apps and websites to operating systems and dashboards, dark-themed interfaces are now a standard part of digital design.

But while switching the background to black or deep gray might seem simple, designing for readability in these settings requires extra attention, especially when it comes to typography.

Typography in dark mode isn’t just about inverting colors. It involves making thoughtful choices about font weight, spacing, contrast, and even the color of your text.

The goal is to create a comfortable reading experience in low-light environments without causing eye strain or losing clarity.

Here’s how to optimize your fonts for dark mode interfaces.

Photoshop Actions / 22 Apr 2025

25+ Cool Pop Art Examples, Effects, Templates & Fonts

Looking to add a splash of energy, color, and vintage flair to your creative projects? Pop art is the perfect style to make your designs pop!

With its bold lines, comic-inspired elements, and vibrant color palettes, pop art effects bring a playful, eye-catching aesthetic that instantly grabs attention and adds personality to everything from posters and social media graphics to branding and artwork.

In this post, we’ve rounded up a fun and dynamic collection of cool pop art effects, templates, and fonts to help you channel the iconic look of this art movement.

From Photoshop actions that apply instant halftone effects to templates and typefaces bursting with character, everything in this collection is designed to capture the bold, rebellious spirit of pop art.

Photoshop Actions / 22 Apr 2025

100+ Best Instagram Filters for Photoshop 2025

Filters are one of the best features of Instagram. Everyone loves the idea of prettifying their photos in an instant and sharing them with their friends and family. But have you ever wanted a set of Instagram filters for Photoshop? I know I have.

The good news is, you don’t just need the Instagram app to apply filters to your photos. You can actually create even more beautiful photos with customizable filters using Photoshop actions and upload them to not just Instagram, but any other social network you want.

We handpicked a collection of free and premium Instagram Photoshop actions for creating creative and stylish Instagram filter effects in Photoshop. With a single click, you can apply these effects to your photos and customize them to your preference.

We’re also sharing our tips and advice on how to use Instagram filters in Photoshop.

Reviews / 21 Apr 2025

The Stock Subscription Boom: Are Unlimited Stock Libraries Worth It?

Over the past few years, stock media has gone through a quiet but major transformation.

While designers, marketers, and content creators used to buy stock assets one at a time, today many are turning to unlimited subscription models.

These libraries offer all-you-can-download plans for everything from photos and illustrations to templates, fonts, videos, and more.

The question many creatives are asking is: Are unlimited stock subscriptions really worth it?

In this article, we’ll explore the pros and cons of these platforms, how licensing works, and whether they live up to the hype.

Font Collections / 21 Apr 2025

25+ Best Neon Sign Fonts

With their glowing curves, tubular letterforms, and vibrant energy, neon sign fonts bring that signature neon style into your digital and print projects.

In this post, we’ve rounded up the best neon sign fonts that capture the look and feel of real neon signage. From smooth script styles that mimic hand-bent tubing to bold, blocky typefaces perfect for storefronts or digital promos, this collection covers a range of styles to fit any creative vision.

Whether you’re aiming for a retro diner vibe, a flashy nightclub aesthetic, or a modern electric feel, neon sign fonts are perfect for creating bold, eye-catching designs that pop off the screen.

Have a look.

Business / 19 Apr 2025

Monetizing Canva: How Creators Are Selling Templates & Graphics

Millions of people, from marketers to small business owners, rely on Canva to create content fast. But not everyone wants to start from scratch.

That’s exactly why selling Canva templates and graphics has turned into a real passive income opportunity for digital creators.

If you’re a designer with a knack for layouts, branding, or visual storytelling, you can turn your Canva skills into a revenue stream by creating and selling ready-to-use templates.

In this post, we’ll explore how creators are making money with Canva, what kinds of templates sell well, and where to list your products online.

Font Collections / 18 Apr 2025

What Is a Font License? (And Do I Need One?)

Almost every design project you encounter will include type of some kind. And it’s very likely that that type will start as a font on a computer, unless you create it yourself. With using specific computer fonts, come some very specific rules regarding their use, which can vary by project.

So what is a font license? Do you need one? And where can you find the tools and resources you need to make sure you are using fonts properly?

Lucky for you, we have a primer. (And the images in this post include fonts that you can license to use in your projects.)

Figma Templates / 18 Apr 2025

Figma for Non-Designers: How Teams Can Collaborate Efficiently

Figma is widely known for UI and UX design, but its real power lies in how well it brings entire teams together onto one shared platform.

The result? Better communication, faster feedback, and fewer silos.

If you’re not a designer, Figma might look intimidating at first. But once you get past the canvas, it’s actually an easy-to-use tool built for collaboration.

You don’t need design skills to view mockups, leave comments, track progress, or contribute ideas in Figma.

In this post, we’ll look at how different team members can use Figma effectively, even without a design background.

Font Collections / 17 Apr 2025

150+ Best Free Fonts for Designers 2025 (Serif, Script & Sans Serif)

We’re amazed at the number, and quality, of free fonts available today. Designers have an incredible choice of free fonts to choose from. So whether you’re looking for a serif, script, or sans-serif font, today’s collection of the best free fonts for designers has you covered!

Utilizing a great-looking font is a key part of making any type of design look more professional. Of course, you don’t always have to use premium fonts to achieve that same level of professionalism. If you can’t afford to spend money on premium fonts to make your designs look great, you can always turn to one of the thousands of free fonts.

This collection includes the best free script fonts, serif fonts, sans-serif fonts, decorative fonts, and much more to match any kind of design project you’re working on. Go ahead, scroll down and start downloading. Most fonts are free, with a few premium options mixed in if you’re looking for something that really stands out.

You can scroll to the bottom for our top font picks for each different font style!

Font Collections / 17 Apr 2025

25+ Best Fonts for Instagram (To Boost Engagement)

When it comes to boosting engagement on Instagram, visuals are everything and that includes your typography.

The right font doesn’t just make your content look good, it also helps capture attention, convey your brand’s personality, and gets more likes and comments too.

If you’re looking for such impressive Instagram-worthy fonts, you’re in luck. In this post, we’ve curated a collection of fonts that are perfect for everything from inspirational quotes and product promos to lifestyle content and branded graphics.

Using the right Instagram font can help create a cohesive, professional look that strengthens your brand identity and draws your audience in.

Check out all the fonts below and pick one that resonates with your audience the most.

Sketch Templates / 16 Apr 2025

100+ Best Sketch Templates of 2025

Sketch is a unique app that offers amazing features and functionality for creating app UI designs and mockups. Creating an effective UI for an application requires time, detailed attention, and—most importantly—an idea to get started with!

In order to streamline the design process for creating your next app interface, we’ve collected the best Sketch UI templates and materials that you can use for your next app project.

All these packs come with hundreds of UI design elements and can be easily implemented in your design.

We’ve also got you covered if you’d like a refresher on how to install a Sketch template, or learn about a few Sketch tips you probably didn’t know!

Font Collections / 16 Apr 2025

AI-Generated Fonts: Are Machines Designing the Future of Type?

Typography has always been a deeply human art form. From hand-lettered scripts to digital typefaces crafted with pixel-perfect precision, fonts reflect culture, emotion, and design sensibility.

But now, artificial intelligence is stepping into the world of type design—bringing with it questions, possibilities, and a new way of thinking about how fonts are made.

AI-generated fonts are quickly gaining attention as tools become more advanced and accessible. These tools can generate typefaces from scratch, suggest stylistic variations, and even learn a designer’s preferences over time.

While it’s still early days, it’s worth asking: Are machines truly capable of designing the future of type? And what does that mean for the role of the human designer?

Let’s find some answers.