Thoughts on the Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution is considered to be a turning point in world history. The discussion on this post is centered around the following question: “Did the benefits of the Industrial Revolution outweigh the negative changes that took place in society?”
Best of the Web – January 2009
+ The Darling Tree
A beautiful 4 column grid design that highlights the importance of small details.
+ Derek Webb
Derek Webb is a thought provoking artist whose lyrics represent New Testament ethics quite well.
+ Guess the Google
Waste some time testing your keyword abilities.
+ smarthistory
An excellent alternative to the traditional Western art history textbook.
The College Basketball Mafia Strikes Again!
I hardly have time for this post, but I can’t pass up the opportunity to vent. Once again, the college basketball mafia has nominated an undeserving Duke to #1 in the polls. Can someone explain the logic?
The Power of a Spread Offense
Most college basketball teams rely on a key player or style to win games. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to win a national championship as a one-hit wonder.
Take a look at the following video, and learn more about the power of a spread offense.
Free Background Patterns for your Design Project
The subtle use of patterns can greatly enhance the character and depth of a design project.
This post highlights some quality resources you can use to find that perfect pattern.
A Free Stylized Hieroglyphic Alphabet
This simple, designer-friendly Egyptian hieroglyphic alphabet is free for public consumption. Download the alphabet in PDF or Illustrator format, and start having some fun.
For those interested in learning how to read Egyptian hieroglyphics, scroll down to the bottom of the post for some helpful resources.