Designer Daily
JANUARY 29, 2024
You’ve been working tirelessly on creating your design products, and now you’re ready to share them with the world. But how do you ensure that your products don’t just sit on your digital shelf gathering virtual dust? Selling design products is not just about having a great product; it’s also about how you present it to potential buyers.
We And The Color
JANUARY 29, 2024
When it comes to digital marketing, a strong online presence is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur, a creative artist, or an established business, having a compelling website is the key to unlocking your online potential. And amidst the plethora of website builders available, Squarespace stands out as a beacon of simplicity, elegance, and versatility.
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Inkbot Design
JANUARY 31, 2024
11 Modern Logo Design Trends: The Future of Visual Branding The world of logo design is constantly changing. Designers have more tools to create stunning brand identities as visual communication methods and technologies progress. In 2024, we can expect logo design trends that leverage new digital capabilities while honouring timeless design principles.
Graphic Design Junction
JANUARY 28, 2024
“The Power of Yellow: A Showcase of Stunning Yellow Websites” has guided us through a captivating journey, exploring the versatile and impactful nature of the color yellow in web design. From the sweetness of “Sunshine Sweets” to the sophistication of “Golden Retreat Resorts” and the innovation of “Sunny Tech Solutions,” each website exemplifies the unique power of yellow in creating memorable and visually striking online experiences.
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
Inkbot Design
JANUARY 27, 2024
10 Signs You Need Help With Logo Design Creating an effective logo design is crucial for establishing your brand identity. However, designing an iconic, memorable logo encapsulating your business’ essence is much easier said than done. When heading down the DIY logo route, it’s important to honestly assess if your skills are up to par or whether you need help with logo design.
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Spoon Graphics
JANUARY 29, 2024
Access All Areas members have a great collection of photo effects to download this week, courtesy of Sickboat. These Thermal LUTs can be applied to photos or video to create a surreal heat map effect with vibrant colours. There are 31 LUT presets included to provide a variety of thermal colour schemes to choose from. Being LUT files means they are compatible with all kinds of software, the effects can be easily applied to photos and images in Photoshop using the Color Lookup adjustment layer, an
Noupe
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
In web design, colors are more than eye candy. They shape your feelings, guide your attention, and even tell a brand’s story. Have you ever noticed that 85% of online shoppers pick products based on color? It’s not about looks; it’s about making their online experience memorable. Think of them as the mood-setters and storytellers in the digital world.?
BP&O
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
It’s been years since millennials were first accused of buying too many avocado toasts and expensive coffees. The stereotype of young people loving handmade, refined and artisanal products holds true in their spending patterns, and today, that generation has matured into business leaders, reshaping the world’s mindset to align with these priorities.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 31, 2024
Auckland-based illustrator Joseph Carrington creates instantly recognisable work thanks to his sleek, deceptively simple style. We caught up with him to learn how this results from a lot of graft and how representation has helped progress his career. Having originally trained as a graphic designer, Joseph Carrington pivoted to illustration seven years ago.
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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.
HONGKIAT
JANUARY 30, 2024
Water is captivating but mimicking its effects digitally is no small feat. If you’re a professional looking to add these effects to your projects, you’re in luck. The internet is brimming with resources and tutorials from skilled designers eager to guide you. This article is your treasure trove, offering a wide array of techniques for creating everything from simple droplets to elaborate rain and waterfall scenes.
Booooooom
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
A site-specific installation featuring a collection of 55 photographs by Vancouver-based artists Megan Kwan (previously featured here ) and Jeremy Jude Lee (previously featured here ). Opening on February 10th to kick off Lunar New Year at Gallery 881, “Where I’m From” explores themes of (be)longing captured during Vancouver’s summer time in conversation with physical objects and locations nostalgic to the Asian-Canadian experience.
Graphic Design Junction
JANUARY 30, 2024
Dive into the captivating realm of design as we explore 50+ extraordinary owl logos that showcase creativity, symbolism, and artistic finesse. Each logo is a visual symphony, combining the elegance of owls with innovative design concepts. From sleek and modern renditions that resonate with tech-savvy audiences to classic and sophisticated logos that grace the pages of luxury brands, this collection spans diverse industries.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 28, 2024
Photography by Rankin. Courtesy of McCann Health London The iconic photographer has taken a series of raw and powerful images of Belgian acid attack survivor Patricia Lefranc for the Tear Couture Lookbook. There are over 10,000 acid attacks throughout the world every year. And availability of acid originally intended for use in industry, particularly textiles, is a proven factor in regions having higher than average numbers of incidents.
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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.
HONGKIAT
JANUARY 29, 2024
Boost your creativity with our guide to the best sites for free Photoshop brush sets. Photoshop, a powerhouse graphics editing tool , becomes even more versatile with brushes, allowing you to add texture, depth, and an artistic touch to your work. These brush sets are essential for anyone looking to enhance their photos, create stunning graphics, or add that perfect artistic stroke.
SpeckyBoy
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
A Guide to Styling Tables A detailed tutorial on styling HTML tables, covering basic elements and advanced techniques such as zebra striping, split columns, and more. Wireframe Examples A new collection of wireframe examples you can use as inspiration for your next web project. Free Figma wireframe kit also available. State of Email 2024 Insights into email marketing benchmarks, industry statistics, and trends, for this year.
UX Collective
JANUARY 29, 2024
“Making it” or “making” in the creative world. “Life is about the journey. Not the outcome.” A somewhat cliché but also true statement that can be applied to both life and the work we do as creatives. “Creativity is about the journey. Not the outcome.” But in a world that tells us to produce MORE, and produce faster, the journey is taking a backseat to endless production in order to stay relevant.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 29, 2024
The work of Buenos Aires-based illustrator Sol Cotti is instantly recognisable thanks to her bold use of colour, composition and characters. We caught up with her to learn how a dinner helped launch her career and why women are a recurrent subject in her work. Like most artists, editorial and commercial illustrator Sol Cotti grew up loving to draw. All through her life, she took art workshops and continued to enjoy art and design while studying communications and advertising at university.
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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.
Design Milk
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
Nothing is quite as kawaii as Japanese stationery and paper paraphernalia, and Hitotoki’s latest offering for KING JIM is proof of that. The stationery brand recently launched Coffret , a collection of peel and stick PET film stickers designed by Japanese artist Smanim that resemble makeup palettes. The stickers’ transparent film material is also ideal for layering, further extending the makeup experience.
Moo
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
How does AI compare with human design? We tested one generative tool and found a lot to like – plus some questionable typography skills. The task was simple. Ask an industry-leading AI tool to design three different business cards – each based on a brand that we’ve created ourselves, so you can see the differences side by side. Would it create the kind of branding you fall in love with?
Inkbot Design
FEBRUARY 2, 2024
The Application of Principles of Psychology in Design Design plays a profound role in our everyday lives. From the tools we use to the apps on our phones to the layout of a retail store, design influences how we interact with the world around us. And psychology – the scientific study of human behaviour and mental processes – offers invaluable insights that can be applied to create more intuitive, engaging designs.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 30, 2024
Atlanta-based graphic designer and illustrator Broly Su brings both his skills together in work inspired by retro toys, hip-hop culture and graffiti. We met him to hear more about his creative journey, from growing up in Changsha to being commissioned by McDonald's and Tesla. Sleek, stylish and funny, Broly Su's award-winning illustrations have been featured by the likes of Adult Swim, NBA and Sprite, to name a few.
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.
Design Milk
JANUARY 31, 2024
In my mind’s eye I can see each of these lamps living in specific rooms of my home, with a similar feel but also worlds apart. The Folk and Flora Collection , designed by artist and vintage curator Carmen Nash of Loft and Thought for Troy Lighting , is earthy elegance embodied. The series is a reimagining of Nash’s favorite folk art stories paired with her own belief that storytelling connects us to the objects we love.
Colossal
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
Illustration by Marija Tiurina Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. If you’d like to list an opportunity here, please get in touch at hello@colossal.art. You can also join our monthly Opportunities Newsletter. Black Women Photographers Grant Fund Featured In partnership with Nikon, the Black Women Photographers grant fund will award 11 monetary grants totaling $50,000 to Black women
Inkbot Design
FEBRUARY 1, 2024
How to Use Photography in Graphic Design Photography in graphic design is a common practice all over the world. Both skills are connected. Graphic design is incomplete without photography. Adding photographs makes the designs more professional. Apart from generating layouts and contrasting colours, the designers need realistic elements to make their work relatable and portray a connection with the audience.
Creative Boom
JANUARY 31, 2024
Creative agency Nice and Serious 'creates space for every conversation' by drawing inspiration from the service's history. A lot has changed for the LGBTQIA+ community in the past 50 years – not least the addition of some letters to that acronym. But the Switchboard support line has been there for five decades, helping people find an understanding ear at any point on their journey with sexuality and gender identity.
Speaker: Eden Spivak, Design Expert and Editor at Wix & Nir Horesh, Accessibility Lead and Senior Product Manager at Wix
When we design products or websites for people like ourselves, there are many others who are, as a result, left out. From visually impaired users who rely on assistive technology, to people with a temporary injury such as a broken arm, tech users are forever diverse and beautifully unique. The products we design can, and should, reflect the extremely wide range of human experiences and needs.
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