From: Brian Candler <b.candler@...>
Date: 2009-08-04T17:43:06+09:00
Subject: Re: Good web design

Tom Cloyd wrote:
> There is no quick path to having a better aesthetic sense. It takes
> years, and real work. So, work at it.

You're right of course. I would probably say the same if someone asked 
me how to program :-)

Graphic design is a left brain activity. I play the piano and have a 
bash at jazz improvisation, so I'm pretty sure my left brain is 
functioning to some degree.

However there is theory behind music (e.g. scales and modes), and some 
basic 'rules' which can help you avoid the most obvious pitfalls (like 
don't play a perfect 4th over a chord with a major 3rd, except in 
passing). I'm hoping to pick up on some of that for layout, spacing, 
colours, fonts etc.

Then when I see something I like, I have a framework for applying it 
later, especially when presented with a blank page as a starting point.

Cheers,

Brian.
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