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The creative's guide to making networking meaningful

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock If networking isn't working for you, it's time to change things up. We gathered advice from the creative community on how to do this. Are you short of work or just looking for new and more interesting opportunities? We all know part of the answer is to get out there more and network. But for many of us, the very idea fills us with horror.

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The Ultimate List of 25+ Social Media Hacks and Tricks

Inkbot Design

The Ultimate List of 25+ Social Media Hacks and Tricks Social media is proving itself daily that it's not just some mindless app we use to scroll through and look at cat videos. Although, who doesn’t love those? It’s quickly becoming a very powerful tool in our daily lives, whether we’re trying to build up our brand or looking for ways to market our business more effectively.

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Vulcan's Forge photobook casts a new light on 1970s West Midlands industry

Creative Boom

Based on a 1979 photography exhibition, Janine Wiedel's book offers an eye-opening look back at the West Midlands industry in the late 1970s. Bluecoat Press has announced the publication of Vulcan's Forge , a groundbreaking documentation of West Midlands industry by renowned photographer Janine Wiedel. And it's been a LONG time in the making. Originally exhibited at The Photographers' Gallery in 1979 to critical acclaim, Vulcan's Forge is considered one of the most important photographic works o

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Learn to Develop Creative Branding & Graphic Design Concepts

We And The Color

Let’s explore branding with HUMAN’s online course where you can learn to develop creative concepts for branding projects. In graphic design and branding, standing out is no longer a luxury but a necessity. As businesses strive to carve their niche in crowded markets, the role of branding becomes increasingly vital. It’s not merely about crafting a visually appealing logo; it’s about weaving a narrative, evoking emotions, and leaving a lasting impression.

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Let's Talk Trends: Designing for Maximum Impact

Speaker: Amber Asay, Creative Director and Founder of award-winning design studio Nice People

Understanding what trends are happening and how they’re impacting the competitive landscape is crucial to providing top dollar design strategy to your clients. With so many trends coming and going, it can be overwhelming to determine which ones you should capitalize on and which ones might not be worth the trouble. In this exclusive webinar with Amber Asay, we’ll explore graphic design trends that need to die, trends that are starting to pick up and why, trends that have come and gone, and how t

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Good Habit Studio spins a new identity for second-hand tech marketplace Whirl

Creative Boom

The London agency's feel-good branding for the disruptive new tech platform Whirl aims to prompt people to help the planet. In the ever-evolving world of tech and e-commerce, a fresh player has emerged with a mission to disrupt how we buy and sell used electronics. Enter Whirl, a new second-hand tech platform that promises to make parting ways with your old gadgets not just painless but also warm and rewarding, as you feel you're helping the world.

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Stunning Retro Cover Illustrations from The Satirical German-Language Magazine “Kladderadatsch”

Design You Trust

The satirical German-language magazine Kladderadatsch (meaning “Crash” in an onomatopoeic sense) was launched in Berlin on May 7, 1848. According to the Kladderadatsch, it was published every week or “daily, except for weekdays.” Both Albert Hofmann and David Kalisch, the son of a Jewish businessman and a prolific comedic writer, were instrumental in its founding.

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Linearity Move review: a good starting point for animation newbies

Creative Bloq

If you want to create basic animations quickly and on a budget, Linearity Move might be the app for you. We test the latest version and see how it stacks against other apps.

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Elevating Brand Imagery: Lessons from the Detailed Illustrations of the Paris 2024 Olympics Posters

The Branding Journal

Explore the unique storytelling and details of Paris 2024 Games iconic posters and the creative vision that made them stand apart in the design world.

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UI/UX: A Dive into Woods_ Copenhagen's Web Design Aesthetic

Abduzeedo

UI/UX: A Dive into Woods_ Copenhagen's Web Design Aesthetic abduzeedo 0407—24 Explore how Woods_ Copenhagen's web design uses UI/UX principles, combining Scandinavian beauty with an innovative, red-accented color palette for a stunning user experience. Within the realm of digital design, Woods_ Copenhagen distinguishes itself as a shining example of Scandinavian elegance and environmental consciousness.

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The Democratization of Design: Giving Creators & Marketers the Tools to Succeed

Brands must create and share impactful content to thrive, but they have less people, tighter budgets, and fewer resources to do so. Learn how to publish and market digital content with the same professionalism as organizations with million-dollar budgets.

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Realistic Paintings by Tomona Matsukawa Take Fragments of Everyday Life and Reconstruct Them

Design You Trust

The realistic and somewhat theatrical oil paintings of Kyoto-based artist Tomona Matsukawa are inspired by interactions with other women of her generation, frequently strangers. The artist uses startling statements or unforgettable conversation events to inspire her subject matter and title. Matsukawa uses excellent realism and dramatic light and reflection to invite viewers to explore and create their own tale from these daily fragments.

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Ross Gunter  |  [link] selection of posters to promote this years Dimensions Festival and their partners. Each poster #poster #typography

Designspiration

Ross Gunter  |  [link] selection of posters to promote this years Dimensions Festival and their partners.

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The Marshmallow Challenge: a lesson in creative collaboration

UX Collective

How to create better collaboration using marshmallows to learn about a group’s strengths and weaknesses in a design process.

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grain edit · Hampus Jageland #edit #jageland #grain #hampus

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From Visualization to Execution: Exploring Our Strengths as Designers

Speaker: Sean Adams, ArtCenter College of Design

Thomas Edison once said “Vision without execution is hallucination.” This statement applies not just to invention, but to graphic design. One of the greatest strengths of graphic designers is the ability to first develop a concept and then execute it to make it real. From visualization and ideation all the way through to actuation and execution, each step of this process takes skill and expertise.

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Through Porcelain Shards and Hundreds of Threads, Helena Hafemann Shatters Notions of Value

Colossal

All images © Helena Hafemann, shared with permission One day, as Helena Hafemann was unloading the dishwasher, one of her porcelain saucers shattered. Breaking into several fragments, the beloved plate lost its functional use within a split second, but Hafemann continued to think about its value, reflecting on how much emotional weight the piece still held even in its daunting state.

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Saved by Aaron Bailey (@aabailey).

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Videoleap by Lightricks review: excellent AI features highlight nifty video app

Creative Bloq

Videoleap is a video-editing app that goes big on generative AI. How does it fare? We've tested it.

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Françoise Nielly | PICDIT

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Rethinking Creative Workflows: Increasing Efficiency in the Design Process

As the design industry evolves, teams are facing new challenges and a need to produce more outstanding creative work than ever. Leaders must learn how to adapt their processes to solve today’s—and tomorrow’s—unique design challenges. In this e-book, you’ll learn how to establish your creative workflow and leverage the power of CorelDRAW® Graphics Suite to streamline the entire design process, from start to finish.

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9 Best WordPress Maintenance Services to Keep Your Site Humming

Inkbot Design

9 Best WordPress Maintenance Services to Keep Your Site Humming Have you ever wondered why some WordPress sites run smoothly and look sleek? No, it’s not just luck. Behind the scenes, a routine maintenance program is working to keep things that way. Just as your car needs a regular tune-up, your WordPress Site needs tender love and care. Without it, issues will pop up left and right.

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Jared Erickson | Because I Can #apartment #loft #art

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Small Japanese Fashion Brand Creates a Godzilla Shoes in The Honor of Oscar Win

Design You Trust

After Godzilla’s Oscar win, a little Japanese fashion brand gains popularity. Director Takashi Yamazaki and the film’s visual effects team wore scene-stealing Godzilla shoes to the Oscars presentation at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. While the basic black designs are stylish, the elevated heels are Godzilla claws, adding a darkly dynamic touch.

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Creative Insights: Data-Backed Trends to Help You Design Successful Content

In today’s competitive markets, how do you make sure that your content not only stands out but performs well? How can you predict whether certain design choices will result in clicks, engagement, downloads, and other drivers of ROI? Shutterstock’s Creative Insights Report (Q3) is your window into the hottest trends that are transforming the creative world.

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Giant Spoon

Communication Arts

A Los Angeles– and New York–based ad agency develops expansive brand universes for clients in its experiential and media campaigns.

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The Design Chaser: Scandi Style on a Budget #interior #design #decor #deco #decoration

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Saved by Rickard Arvius (@rickardarvius).

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The Real Mobile App Development Cost: An In-Depth Look

Inkbot Design

The Real Mobile App Development Cost: An In-Depth Look You’ve got the next Uber, Instagram, or Candy Crush rolling through your brain at a million miles an hour. But how much will it cost to bring this app from the depths of your brain into the hands of millions? We’re going to dive head-first into every single step of development. From the team, you’ll need all those annoying tools and even testing — we’ll cover everything.

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How to Create Stunning Typography With the Corel Type Tool Kit

Download this free eBook to learn how you can create stunning typography, using the basics, such as placing text, to advanced controls like ligatures, variable fonts, effects, tracking, range kerning, and everything in between. Learn how to: Use Character Control to add variety to your font styles. Use Paragraph Control to manage spacing, alignment, justification and more.