Blog

Thoughts on design, development, and the creative process. Written from experience, not theory.

Design

How I Approach Every New Design Project

Alex Rivera

May 2, 2026

Journal

Thoughts on design, freelancing, and the creative process. Written from experience.

Typography

Apr 20, 2026

Why Typography Is the Foundation of Good Design

Typography isn't decoration — it's the backbone of every interface. Here's how I think about type choices and why they matter more than most designers realize.

Career

Apr 8, 2026

Building a Portfolio That Actually Gets You Hired

After reviewing hundreds of designer portfolios, here are the patterns I see in the ones that stand out — and the mistakes that hold most people back.