If you’re a graphic designer you need to check out Animography.net. It’s a fantastic resource for animated typography that can be exported for use on animation program, After Effects. I was blown away by the range and detail of the type animation – and the control a designer has over each letter. Some of my … Read More
Resources
The world is at your fingertips and it’s important to have a good grasp of design to make the best decisions. This is where you’ll find resources and knowledge behind our design services
New Classm8s Card Game for Kids
This is a 3D rotatable image of a new card game we’ve designed. Spin the card pack with your mouse or finger – cool eh? The card game concept was created by Connected Kids Club and we worked closely with the client to create a retail product that kids love to play, and parents/carers love … Read More
Working Together During the Covid-19 Outbreak
Our response: Outsource your design Life and business has to go on. A potential head start we all have over the spread of a deadly virus is technology. As a company, Red Onion are used to working remotely on projects for clients. We use email, phone and video calling to keep in constant contact with … Read More
Contracts. What are you signing away?
We’re seeing an increasing trend towards asking designers and design companies to sign written contracts and agreements. Graphic designers need to be wary of this and be equipped with a basic knowledge of the pros and cons of signing something, even if it’s unavoidable. First and foremost, remember the contract will always be written to … Read More
Red Onion has a new office!
We’ve got a new office. We’ve moved out of The Treehouse in Balham. We’re now based at Idea Space London, in a bustling area just 10 minutes walk from Clapham Junction mainline train station. It’s a small and stylish creative hub with bright, airy meeting rooms, and cosy break-out areas with comfortable sofas and chairs. … Read More
Junior Freelance Graphic Designer Required
We are looking for a Junior Graphic Designer around one day a week. You can be at foundation level, or up to degree level. You must have a reasonably good grasp of indesign, and some photoshop. You would need to live very local to one of our offices in Carshalton Beeches in South London. We … Read More
Why the new CBBC logo matters
When mainstream logos undergo a redesign it often creates an uproar. One Daily Mail reader said of the revamped CBBC logo: “Why oh why do we the tax payer need to spend money on rebranding an already great logo. Why does it need to be changed?” They are of course missing the point. Children’s television … Read More
Business best practises: using social media
In this post, we look at which social media tool you should use for your specific purpose. Often you will need a mixture of them all. Here’s a few thoughts about the best ways to share your message. Newsletter Email Benefits: In-depth, personalised, tailored, targeted When to use it: Stay in touch with your signed-up … Read More
What To Expect Based On Your Budget
Love this image found via LinkedIn. It sums up everything perfectly when it comes to choosing a designer, and looking at budget.
Top 5… websites for designers
For when you need a good font – and free too! Here’s a great resource for designers. A huge selection of royalty-free fonts you can download and use at your leisure. What sets this apart from many of the others is the huge range of professional quality typography up for grabs. Visit Font Squirrel … Read More
Ideas to promote your company with print
We’ve come up with these ideas to help you consider new avenues for the promotion of your company. Although an online presence is important, you can really sell yourself in a unique and memorable way using print. At Red Onion we can assist you to accomplish these concepts: Company magazine This really isn’t as difficult … Read More
Tips on how to brief for Editorial print design
Let’s say you want to promote your business in a new way, or develop some ideas you’ve had. Chances are at some stage you’ll need the help of a graphic designer: someone who can bring your visual ideas to life in a professional way. Getting this kind of help can ultimately bring more business your … Read More