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Design Schools USA provides you with the path to educational and career opportunities. We help you select a school and learn more about careers associated with different design fields. But there is so much more we want to share! Design is interesting, expansive and continually changing. Our feature articles section touches on different aspects of design, and we hope you have fun and enjoy yourself as you explore.

Why Should You Attend Design School?
That is a fair question for any potential student to ask. However talented you may be, it takes more than skill to turn your passion into a career. But, before you invest your time, energy, and cash, it is important to understands the benefits formal design training and education. In this feature article, we provide with five reasons to consider. Read more about attending design school >>

Animation: 1900–2005
Starting with French animator Emile Cohl at the beginning of the 20th century and following through to Pixar’s revolutionary films of the past decade, the history of animation is marked with talent and importance. In this feature article, you can learn more about the major moments in the craft that brought the world Disney. So, please enjoy this brief account of the of animation over the past century and satisfy the cartoon lover in yourself! Discover the history of Animation >>

Defining Designer: Milton Glaser
The brilliance of some designers cannot help but spill over into many fields of design. This is certainly true of Milton Glaser, a world renowned graphic designer and interior designer. And even if you can’t quite recall if you have heard his name, we can guarantee you will recognize some of his work! Want us to reveal Glaser’s most famous design? You will have to read this feature to find out…

Landing A Job in Design
We know you will grow and thrive as an artist in design school. We know this! But, we also know life after you receive your education is when your talent, hard work, and ambition become your career. So, we wanted to help you out. The tips in this feature are a must-read for everyone hoping to land a job in design. Read our advice and find yourself hired >>

Design in Everyday Life
Your coffee table. Your apartment building. Your business card. Your jeans. Maybe you take all of these for granted. But the truth is, a designer played an integral part in creating each of these products - and pretty much everything else! This fun feature article brings to light the many ways your life is influenced by design. You will be surprised! Find Design in Everyday Life >>

Color Theory: In Living Color
Red evokes fiery passion. Blue makes us feel calm, or maybe even sad. Yellow is associated with cheer, sunshine and smiles. We have heard all these notions. But, behind each is a blend of psychology and science that important to all forms of art and design. Because black and white just doesn’t cut it, and because we express ourselves in appropriate hues, understanding color theory serves as a wealth of inspiration for designers. Learn more about color theory >>

Ten Tips for Web Design
Thinking of building a home for yourself online? Designing a web site can be a fun and creative process, but your decisions for the look, feel, and layout should be carefully planned and deliberate. Before you get started on your web design project, it may be helpful to check out ten very important tips we have put together. Check out the top ten tips >>

A Brief History of Graphic Design
Were cavemen the first graphic designers? Graphic design relies on the creative positioning of images and text to convey a particular idea or sentiment. So, how did it begin? How has graphic design changed evolved over time? Get the answers to these burning questions! In this brief history of graphic design, we introduce you to the highlights of this design field. Learn more about Graphic Design >>

CAD: Cool and Important
Computer Aided Design is the present and the future. CAD drafters take the sketches, ideas and plans of other designers and translate them into computerized models and blueprints for production. In some sense, CAD brings design to life! A design field that used to be reserved for architecture and automobile design is now becoming used in animation, textiles, and graphic design. Learn more about CAD because CAD is cool >>

Television for Posterity: Issues of Videotape Preservation
It is okay to admit it: we all hope that “The Simpsons” will be around so future generations can get to know Bart and Homer just as well as have. And video preservation efforts currently hold the key to television’s shelf life. In this feature article, you can learn more about the issues and progress of television program and videotape preservation. Find out more today >>

Who Does Well in Advertising?
There are essential characteristics and traits necessary for finding success in any career. Brain surgeons need a steady hand, teachers need patience, and detectives need intuition. Similarly, there key skills and traits that describe successful advertising professionals. Want to know what they are? Check out this feature article and we will fill you in >>

Graphic Design and Fashion
The relationship between graphic design and fashion is a strong one; after all, you need illustrative skills to work through, perfect and convey your fashion ideas. AIU, or American Intercontinental University, offers programs in Fashion Design, Fashion Marketing, and Visual Communication. The Visual Communication Associate degree is broken down into three areas: graphic design, web design, and animation.Check out this feature article and we will fill you in >>