Reviews
Instapage
Simplicity and ease of use are key for Instapage. From the setup, it’s clear that they’ve focused their design for professionals and small businesses just beginning their foray into the world of marketing. Creating quality landing pages is fast and easy with the simple, uncluttered interface – though the caveat is that more advanced marketers may be frustrated with the lower...
CrowdSpring
CrowdSpring is the 3rd largest marketplace for crowdsourcing design. But their relatively smaller community compared to their larger counterparts affords you a more hands-on team, with more personalized consultations for your project. As a result, they see a higher user satisfaction rate and a greater array of designs for you to choose from. Also unique to CrowdSpring is their...
Logo Arena
Outwardly, Logo Arena is not the most impressive contest platform. But your first impression will change, once you discover its pool of talent and hidden potential If you value quality designs and seek a simple service with a detailed brief, make sure you check out Logo Arena.
VerticalResponse
VerticalResponse provides multiple customization options and hundreds of templates at a competitive price. Try out VerticalResponse's free 60-day trial and see if it complies with your email marketing needs.
WebStudio
WebStudio Website Builder is an editor to avoid. It has a high price tag, has a highly outdated feature set, and site templates that haven't been used since the 80's.
Blog Posts
Logo Design Services Report
A lot has been happening in the world of logo design services in the past few months and this is the place to come for a quick digest of all the latest developments. We’ve been in touch with our contacts at the top 10 logo design companies to get all the insider information and news that is most relevant to you. To find out the highlights from the last few months read...
What Exactly Is a Logo Design Contest?
It takes less than ten seconds for consumers to form an impression of your logo. This opinion could be the deciding factor to whether or not they connect with your brand. The importance of a high-quality logo is not up for debate, but the way to achieve this goal does require some consideration. Logo design contests offer a fresh new channel for businesses. Instead of...
Logo Rebranding: The Evolution of the Nike Logo
If you hear the name “Blue Ribbon Sports,” it’s unlikely to conjure any recognition. In 1964, the company operated out of the trunk of a car, selling Onitsuka Tiger shoes from Japan to track athletes. Today, it’s one of the most recognizable brands in the world, albeit under a different name. By 1971, Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, owner’s of Blue Ribbon Sports, decided to...
How to Incorporate Holiday Cheer in Your Logo
Branding has increased in complexity over time. The advent of the internet has allowed companies to stay in tune with their customers so they can stay relevant all year round. One of the easiest ways to stay ahead of the game is with seasonal branding. During the holiday months, most consumers are overwhelmed with Christmas and all it entails. If you fail to adorn that...
Logo Design Contest vs Graphic Designer: Which is Better?
You’ve just set up a business, you’re ready to launch, but you still need a logo. Ideally, you don’t want to spend a fortune, but guaranteeing high-quality designs can be tricky on a low budget. Now, a decision must be made: either hire a designer, or opt for a cheaper method. Logo design contests are a new crowdsourcing method, where you host an online competition for...
Beginner’s Guide to Wordmark Logo Design
Mention Coca-Cola or Disney and what do you see? The words, written in their own unique font, right? This simple example shows the power of wordmark logos in just a few seconds — they’re memorable and impactful. Wordmark logos are brand emblems made solely from the name of the company. By applying design elements to the lettering and style, what once was just a word becomes...
How to Create Your Own Logo that Doesn’t Suck
Most people can recognize logos from the age of 2-3 years, so as a branding technique they’re among the most powerful tools. They communicate your company’s message, target specific demographics, and provide uniformity throughout your branding. Such consistency is critical for success; it can increase revenue by 23%, and provide 3-4 times more visibility than inconsistent...
Over 96% of Government Websites Hide Disabled Men and Women on Their Site
TLDR: Disabled people are almost non-existent on government and stock-photos websites, and when they are represented, they are not represented as whole individuals, but are only showed for their disability. We crawled the internet and looked at more than 500 government websites from around the globe and what we found was shocking! While around 50% do show physically...