Design SMARTER!
In order to design smarter, there are a few elements that must be addressed and tweaked in your current process. The easiest way to learn is from other designers or artists. It is not uncommon for artists to use one another as inspiration or outlets to learn and grow. It is OK to borrow ideas – just make sure that you are adding your own personality and ever-improving them. Your work should never feel like someone else’s.
A major faux pas of the average graphic designer is the overuse of elements, whether it is font or unnecessary use of color and/or effects. A smart designer does not drown his or her piece, leaving little to no room for the message to be heard. A great design usually involves as little design as possible. Always remember, white space is your friend!