Hieroglyphics, Infographics, Memes, GIFs and Emojis: A Brief History
By Alexis Miller Many of us think of hieroglyphics as an ancient or even dead language. But is that really accurate? In many ways, humans use modern-day hieroglyphics every day…
5 Tips for Creating Visually Appealing Graphics for Social Media
Creating visually appealing graphics for social media is an essential part of any successful social media marketing campaign. The graphics used on social media should be eye-catching, informative, and most…
Crystal Peak wins UpCity award for third consecutive year
Crystal Peak was honored with the "Local Excellence Award: Colorado Springs" by UpCity in April 2023. With over 37 years of experience, Crystal Peak Design creates digital and print solutions for their customers that not…
Should I work with a graphic designer for my next event?
By Alexis Miller You’ve got a big -- no, huge -- event that you’re planning for your organization. It’s the biggest function of your year -- one that generates many…
With so many free resources available, should I still work with an advertising firm?
By Alexis Miller There is no denying that the number of free resources available for creating marketing materials has boomed in the last decade. Gone are the days of hand-creating…
U.S. Copyright Office: A.I. Art Lacks “Human Authorship”
by Lourn Eidal \The topic of AI art, or artwork generated by Artificial Intelligence, is being debated more and more frequently. Multiple parties are struggling with how to classify it,…
Does Pantone’s Color of the Year Affect Your Business?
Every year, Pantone® releases their “Color of the Year” and it sets the tone for the rest of the year in many industries. But does the Pantone Color of the…