Author Archive - Crystal Oicle

Web type nerd blurb

typeWhen choosing a size for your site’s body text, make sure its large enough to read, while not becoming overbearing. The most commonly used text size is set between 12 and 16 pixels. Exceptions are made for headers, sub-headings and menus, which of course might be slightly larger. The most important thing to remember about text size is hierarchy and consistency. Make sure all of your headings, sub-headings and body text are consistently sized throughout your site. Try to refrain from having lengthly lines [...]

Happy Advertising Week

OK, so maybe Advertising Week isn’t huge in Halifax yet, however we are considered one of the six creative hubs in Canada that celebrates it. One of the events held in Halifax was Monday night’s screening of Art & Copy, a film about advertising and inspiration by Doug Pray. [...]

Designing green

When I was browsing Print magazine online, I came across a webcast focusing on the company Pangea Organics. I was instantly intrigued, having an interest in making the office more environmentally friendly. I thought this was a great opportunity to gather ideas on how to create and design more sustainably. Since Pangea is one of the leading companies in sustainable packaging, I felt lucky to listen in on Joshua Onysko (CEO & Founder) and Josh Ivy’s (designer) webcast called Pretty Green – How to Design Truly sustainable, Truly Beautiful Packaging. [...]