All Guides
The Principles of Design and How to Use Them (With Infographic)
The principles of design, explained with an infographic: emphasis, balance, contrast, repetition, proportion, movement, and white space, used in print.
Balance in Graphic Design Guide
Balance in graphic design explained. What it is, why it matters, and the four types (symmetrical, asymmetrical, radial, mosaic) with print examples.
Guide to Ice Cream Packaging Design
Ice cream packaging design, start to finish. Pick the right pint, tub, sleeve, or box, choose freezer-ready material, and print it at 4OVER4.COM.
How to Create a Captivating Rack Card Design
How to create a captivating rack card design that wins the rack scan. Layout, color, typography, and print setup for a rack card people pick up.
How to Write a Logo Design Brief
How to write a logo design brief that gets the right logo the first time. A step-by-step guide plus a fillable template for brand, style, and budget.
Logo Checklist for Each Stage of the Design Process
A logo design checklist for every stage, from brief to handover. Catch weak concepts early, test the mark, and hand over files that print clean.
Trade Show Poster Sizes and How Big to Go
Trade show poster sizes made simple: the standard size for each booth zone, how to match size to viewing distance, and which to print. From 4OVER4.COM.
What Is a Rack Card? + How to Design One That Gets Picked Up
What is a rack card in marketing? Learn the standard size, where they work, and a 5-step method to design one that gets picked up. Order at 4OVER4.COM.
Which Materials Are Best for Durable Outdoor Yard Signs?
Best materials for durable outdoor yard signs? Compare coroplast, PVC and composite board, and aluminum by lifespan, cost, and finish. Print at 4OVER4.COM.
Graphic Design for Small Businesses Made Simple
Graphic design for small businesses: define your brand, keep it clean, set files up right for print, and know when to hire a pro. Print it at 4OVER4.COM.
Graphic Design Marketing and How to Get Clients With Online Printing
Graphic design marketing that gets clients: a step-by-step plan to niche, brand, and pitch your studio, plus the print pieces that win paying work.
Guide to Hierarchy in Graphic Design
What is hierarchy in graphic design? Learn visual hierarchy the print-first way: size, contrast, type, spacing and color, on flyers and posters.