improving your design skills?
bgriggs1: There are two types of graphic designers- creators and copiers.Creators create original work and ideas, and can synthesize a wide range of influence, tools, and trends to get exactly what they need.You will never be a creator.But there's no reason why anyone can't be a copier.  There are enough resources to easily help with every aspect of graphic design.  Find something you like and try to incorporate a similar effect into your design.Start with taking a few moments to keep tabs on Smashing Magazine (http://www.smashingmagazine.com/).