What's a day in the life of a graphic designer like? Learn the traits of a successful designer, including how to add lifelong learning to your list of goals.

Considering a career in graphic design? This lesson breaks down salary averages and helps you decide whether or not the field is right for you.

Graphic design, like most other trades, requires financial investment and dedication. Find out what you'll need to jump-start a creative career.

Wondering whether to take a full-time job at a creative agency or design firm? Or maybe you'd rather go the freelance route? Learn the pros and cons to both.

So you've decided to become a freelance graphic designer, but are not sure where to set up your office. Should you work at home, rent a space or work on the go?

Thinking about becoming a graphic designer? Before you buy a Mac & enroll in a Photoshop class, you need to figure out if you've got the soft skills it takes.

Setting up the right workspace helps you endure those 8-10 hour days sitting at your desk designing. Learn what desk, chair and inspirational ideas to select.

Searching for a “Color Mixing for Dummies” lesson? Yes, color mixing can be confusing, but Darrell Crow breaks down this important painting technique.

Now that you understand the basics of color mixing - its importance and how charts and sticks are used - it’s time to learn how to make your own color charts.

It’s time to get your hands dirty in this third lesson of a series on color mixing. Get out your mixing knife and create a color chart using numerical ratios.