I haven’t been completely happy with my site design, so here goes try #3. One weakness of graphic designers (or strength, depending on how one handles it) is that we are never quite satisfied with our work, especially work for ourselves.

idApostle recently posted an insightful article on doing work for yourself as a designer, and how it’s important to make use of deadlines. He mentions that it’s very important to take a break from your design sometimes and come back to it later. Often a break like this will reveal composition flaws or minor improvements to be made, and you will be able to make improvements that you missed during the first round.

After taking some time to look at my last site design, I saw a few things that could use improvement, and ended up going a different direction with the layout and style. (This theme is by Feeleep, and I am adjusting the layout and graphics as needed).

Next time you think you’re finished with a design, take some time off to work on something else or read a book, and see what revelations appear when you come back to your work.

Has this technique worked for you? What other suggestions do you have for fellow freelancers? Please continue the discussion below.

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