How to rock the white space in your graphic designs
Posted by staff / October 8, 2014
Though we typically think of design consisting of filling space, effectively utilizing blank space can highlight your focus more effectively than the most striking picture or fanciest font.
Canva’s Anna Guerrero eight hints on how to use white space to bring a professional finish to your designs. There’s no longer reason to fear the blank page.
1. Deliberate white space
Don’t be afraid to leave large areas of your design empty. This principle has been applied above in the areas above and below the ‘Origami’ title. Deliberate white space can help you create a strong focus for your design, and give it room to breathe.
2. Remove borders
One way to achieve more white space is to remove unnecessary elements in your design. Removing a border, as seen in the second Instagram graphic above, is one example help open up the design. Always make sure the elements you use (such as borders, shapes, icons etc) add value to your design.
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