SINNERS: 13 AMATEUR LAYOUT ERRORS
1. Centering Everything
In general, avoid centered layouts.
2. Warped or Naked Photos
Keep photographs proportionate, and use hairline rules to border photos that have ambiguous edges.
3. Too Many Fonts
Try to stick to two per layout.
4. Bulky Borders & Boxes
Use negative space to group or separate things. If you must use a border or box, choose an understated one.
5. Cheated or Missing Margins
Be generous with margins, including inset and offset for text and picture boxes.
6. Stairstepping
Keep headlines in a straight line.
7. 4 Corners & Clutter
Clutter: ...
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