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How to Build a Brand Presentation in Affinity (Step by Step)

Building a brand presentation in Affinity? Here's a step-by-step guide to designing a polished, client-ready deck using Affinity's Layout Studio.
Figma Config 2026 keynote stage announcing new design canvas features including code layers, motion, and shaders.

Everything Figma Just Announced at Config 2026

Figma Config 2026 dropped today with native motion, code layers, AI shaders, and more. Here's a clear breakdown of what launched and what it means for your workflow.
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Adobe vs Affinity by Canva: What Actually Changed (and Which One Belongs in Your Workflow)

Adobe vs Affinity by Canva: how they compare on real design workflows, file handoffs, font management, and which one actually fits how you work.
Best Google fonts for modern web design

The 6 Best Google Fonts for Web Design in 2026

Here are the 6 best Google Fonts for web design in 2026. Free, screen-optimized picks that make websites look polished without spending a cent on typography.
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Free Stock Images: 7 Sites Worth Bookmarking

Tired of the same five stock photos everywhere? Here are the best sites for free stock images for client work and passion projects.

How to Build a Brand Kit Your Clients Can Actually Use

Learn what actually needs to be inside a brand kit so your clients use it correctly, plus how to package and deliver it for handoff that sticks.

How to Export an Illustrator File to Canva (And Which Method to Use)

Want to move your Illustrator designs to Canva? Here are the three best ways to export an Illustrator file to Canva, and when to use each one.
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What Every Brand Guide Should Include When You Hand Off to a Client

Not sure what to put in your brand guide? Here's everything your brand guidelines document should include before you hand off to a client.
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How to Position Yourself as a Brand Designer (and Actually Land the Clients You Want)

Struggling to get the right clients to notice you? Learn how to position yourself as a brand designer so your marketing clicks, your inquiries improve, and your rates make sense.

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