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President, Creative Director, and…Awards Judge?
One of our very own was asked to serve as a judge for a national awards competition in marketing for community colleges. Pretty neat!
January 14, 2021

Introducing the 2021 Pantone Colors of the Year
See the new selection for color of the year from the wizards at Pantone. We think they're fantastic, and we hope you will, too.
December 18, 2020

OC’s Guide to Visual Elements, Part 8: Space
The final piece of our series on elements of design is all about space--positive and negative, and how to balance those for effect.
November 10, 2020

One Little Mark Can Make All the Difference: Debate, Advice, and the Oxford Comma
The Oxford comma has been the subject of great debate over the years, mostly between grammar nerds, style gurus, and writers. What's correct?
September 30, 2020

OC’s Guide to Visual Elements, Part 7: Form
Form can be whatever you make it to be in art. Illusions or actualities of volume and mass, line and shape, they all contribute to form.
September 15, 2020

It’s Time to Stop Doing the Electric Slide: Why You Should Quit Using Sliders on Your Website
Do you use sliders on your website? You may be doing more harm than good. Modernize your design & reach more people by doing away with these clunky relics.
July 15, 2020

What to Expect When You’re Expecting…a Website
Let us walk you through exactly what you can expect when you come to OC Creative for a website. We promise it won't be as hard as childbirth.
June 12, 2020

OC’s Guide to Visual Elements, Part 6: Texture
See how texture can help or hurt your design in the newest entry in our guide to the eight visual elements of design. Can you feel it?
May 22, 2020

Four Steps (Plus) You Can Take to Safeguard Your Business During COVID-19
Check out our four steps (and some bonus content) outlining what you can do to make sure you come out on top and prepared when COVID-19 restrictions lift.
May 8, 2020

Brief Answers to Big Questions: What’s the Difference Between Marketing and Advertising?
They're not interchangeable terms, and knowing the difference can help you get your message across and influence the right outcomes.
April 3, 2020

Brief Answers to Big Questions: What Should I Wear to My Video Shoot?
There's a whole lot to think about when shooting a video. We've provided wardrobe tips so you won't have to stress about what to (or not to) wear on camera.
March 13, 2020

OC’s Guide to Visual Elements, Part 5: Pattern
OC Creative continues the Guide to Visual Elements with entry number five: Pattern. See how this element can elevate your design with big results.
February 28, 2020

A New Decade of Web Design: Four Trends to Watch For in 2020
In our final entry, see the web trends coming in 2020. Make sure your design isn't left in the last decade with our tips on web design.
February 14, 2020

Four Ways to Format: Typography Trends to Try in 2020
Check out what's coming in 2020 in the world of typography. Vibrant fonts, strong graphics, and an attention to individuality will get your message seen.
January 29, 2020

Four Design Trends to Know in 2020
Start 2020 with our list of design trends to incorporate into your work in the new year. These four best practices will carry you into the future with ease.
January 15, 2020