It's time to start! As some of you already read, we'll be holding a blog design contest this month! Emily Grace and I decided to base the theme on a song - specifically, Dreams Don't Turn to Dust by Owl City. It seems like almost everyone here loves Adam Young, so it felt like a great choice! =D
First of all, here's the song and the lyrics for anyone who needs them...
*LYRICS*
Splash down in the silver screen
Into a deep dramatic scene
I swim through the theater
Or maybe I'm just a dreamer
Like a kite in the bright midday
Wonder stole my breath away
Shy sonata for Mercury
The stars always sing so pretty
This picnic will soon depart
Real life, I'm sad to see you go
I'll miss you with all my heart
But I'd rather be alone
'Cause I couldn't live without
Sunsets that dazzle in the dusk
So I'll drag the anchor up
And rest assured, 'cause dreams don't turn to dust
Dreams don't turn to dust
I made for the countryside
And my eyes never grew so wide
Apple raspberry river blue
I don't wanna leave without you
In the sound I gladly drowned
Into the emerald underground
I rub my eyes 'cause it's hard to see
Surrounded by all this beauty
This picnic will soon depart
Real life, I'm sad to see you go
I'll miss you with all my heart
But I'd rather be alone
'Cause I couldn't live without
Sunsets that dazzle in the dusk
So I'll drag the anchor up
And rest assured, 'cause dreams don't turn to dust
(I'm sad to see you go)
(But I'd rather be alone)
When tiger eyes begin making you blush
And when diamonds boast that they can't be crushed
Let 'em go, 'cause dreams don't turn to dust
This picnic will soon depart
Real life, I'm sad to see you go
I'll miss you with all my heart
But I'd rather be alone
'Cause I couldn't live without
Sunsets that dazzle in the dusk
So I'll drag the anchor up
And rest assured, 'cause dreams don't turn to dust
Dreams don't turn to dust
Dreams don't turn to dust
I'll rest assured 'cause dreams don't turn to dust
The Rules:
The title of the blog must be either the song title, or a line from the song.
The entire design must be based on the song. Try to take inspiration from a couple of lines, and focus on that. Owl City is always very whimsical, so anything bright and happy will look amazing!
You must create your design either on your own blog, or on a test blog.
WordPress, Blogger, and all other blogging interfaces are welcomed!
Entries will be accepted from now until midnight on March 31st, and voting will be held for one week, starting April 1st.
Use your creativity, and have fun!
You can enter in the sidebar - just add the link to your blog, your name, and your email address and you'll be good to go!
If any of you have any questions or are unsure about anything, don't hesitate to comment! I will do my best to answer your questions. ;) So what are you waiting for? Go get started, and have fun!
A "just for designers" area? What does that mean? Simply put, it's a place for all graphic designers - aspiring and experienced - to help each other out, learn more about designing blogs and websites, and teach others the skills they already have. It's my view that everyone should have access to the facts of designing - how to change colors, how to style titles, and how to add other elements. It's a person's creativity that sets them apart, that makes them unique. And creativity can't be taught. So we'll supply the facts - you supply your own creativity. Come and join us as we learn more about this fascinating world.
join the community
Interested in joining us? We want you here! Check out the forums here, and if you really want to connect, email me at designers@beautydesignstudios.com to request permission to post on this blog. When you have publishing rights, we'd love it if you'd post your questions, frustrations, and successes. We want you to connect with others and learn about designing. So what are you waiting for? If you're interested, go on and email me! =D
posting guidelines
We're so glad you have requested and received permission to post on this blog! Welcome to the group - we know you'll be a wonderful addition to our community. Here are a few quick rules to keep in mind whenever you post in the forums or blog -
1. be sure to use appropriate language. sometimes editing code can be very frustrating, but make sure you blow off steam with correct language!
2. don't be shy! post when you want to, and don't be afraid to ask even the most basic questions. this community is all about connections and learning.
3. have fun! don't let html drag you down. let this place be an area where you can ask your questions and relax. there's an answer for every question!
your first post
Introduce yourself! consider answering some or all of the following questions -
How old are you, and how many siblings do you have?
What are your interests?
Favorite hobbies?
Favorite subject in school?
When did you become interested in graphic design?
Biggest goal for this year?
What are you looking forward to the most in being a part of this community?
What's your favorite program to use when designing?
The big question - Mac or PC? (hint - if you answer "mac" you might be out of favor with me. ;) Naw, just kidding.)
Do you have a personal blog we can connect with you on?
your second post and on
Wondering what exactly you should post? No problem. Write about your html problems, personal successes, any questions, and tips. Just can't figure out how to position your background image? Ask for help here. Can't come up with any design inspiration? Ask everyone for some ideas! Did something exciting just happen in your life? Let us know about it! Want to help others out? Post your own tips and/or tutorials!
And don't be shy! Participation is encouraged. ;) We're so glad you're here!
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The Beauty in Design Challenge - Schedule
Hannah – May 10th
Liz – May 17th
Grace (From Love Poured Out) – May 24th
Britt (From Encouragement for Everyday Struggles) – May 31st
3 comments:
Fun, fun! I'm so excited for this challenge. =D
Question: does it need to be a full-fledged blog design, grab-button, pages, etc. ?
Nope...it just needs to be a basic design - background, header, footer. But yeah, you can definitely include those extras if you want to! =D
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