Creative Boom

JUNE 8, 2023

Branding Design of the Year 2023: Campus, Reading International by Socrates Communications The victors of the Indigo Design Award 2023 offer extraordinary examples of real-world design we can all seek to emulate. We share the seven main winning designs here. Are you seeking inspiration for your work? It's tempting to scroll through sites like Behance, where you'll find lots of eye candy.

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Just Creative

JUNE 6, 2023

Whether you are just getting into graphic design or you are an expert with years of experience, there are certain tools that you just can’t live without as a professional. This list covers the most essential hardware, software and equipment that every graphic designer should have on hand. The featured products below are premium items tailored towards professionals.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 6, 2023

Mastering Website Redesigning: The Definitive Guide You're about to embark on a journey to transform your perspective on the powerful yet often misunderstood world of website redesigning. It can be daunting, but it's not an insurmountable challenge. In fact, with the proper knowledge and tools, it's a venture that can bring you enormous satisfaction and rewards.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 7, 2023

In the digital age, where businesses strive for unique brand identities, logos play a crucial role in capturing attention and leaving a lasting impression. Traditional logo design processes often involve hiring graphic designers and investing significant time and resources. However, with advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), logo creation has become more accessible and efficient.

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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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Spoon Graphics

JUNE 7, 2023

No doubt you’ve seen some mind-blowing examples of Photoshop’s new AI-powered Generative Fill feature! Today I’m going to show you how to access it yourself in Photoshop Beta and share some examples of ways you can make use of this magical new technology to enhance your images. Stick around until the end because I really put it to the test with some surprising results!

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SpeckyBoy

JUNE 4, 2023

Patterns are among the most flexible design assets. They can be the star of the show or fit neatly into the background. As such, they can also range from minimal to complex. And patterns are no longer limited to graphics. CSS offers a surprisingly powerful way to design them. There are a few advantages to building patterns via CSS. Performance is a big factor, as there are no additional images to load.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 6, 2023

Amsterdam-based Chuck Studios has unveiled a refreshing new identity for the Molson Coors brand Miller Genuine Draft, which draws inspiration from the beats of the high-energy bars and clubs where the drink is served. We discover more about how the vibrations of music that ripple through beer influenced the final work. Chuck Studios, which classes itself as the first global food-advertising specialist, calls the work for Miller a 'culinary identity'.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 4, 2023

Mascot Logos: Unleashing the Branding Magic In the bustling realm of modern branding, a unique and vibrant protagonist has been silently stealing the show – mascot logos. From sports teams to tech titans, fast food to financial services, these friendly faces are working their magic on the global stage, adding depth and personality to brands worldwide.

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Vandelay Design

JUNE 6, 2023

Here are the web design terms and definitions you should know. This web design glossary uses simple, clear explanations. The post 77 Web Design Terms You Need to Know (Web Design Glossary) appeared first on Vandelay Design.

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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.

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Designer Daily

JUNE 9, 2023

Imagine an art gallery. The paintings, the sculptures, the installations – everything tells a story, right? But what if all the art pieces were placed haphazardly without any order or sense of importance? You’d get confused, wouldn’t you? This is where the concept of hierarchy swoops in, establishing order and guiding our eyes. Now, let’s take this concept and apply it to typography.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 5, 2023

Chris Floyd You don't have to work with a camera to learn from world-class photographer Chris Floyd 's success. We chat with him about the importance of persistence, why you should trust your instincts, and why relationships are so important. You may not have heard of British photographer and filmmaker Chris Floyd, but you've almost certainly seen his work – especially if you were young in the 1990s when he began his career in celebrity portraiture with some of the leading lights of the Britpop

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BP&O

JUNE 8, 2023

Much like identity work for art galleries and publishing houses, master brand design for theatre is often neutral, leaving plenty of space for a programme of diverse productions and eclectic marketing images to ‘take the stage’. When everything is in constant flux, there are typically some constants: a straightforward, recognisable wordmark, a distinctive typographic personality, and a consistently tight grid The post Vineyard Theatre by NB Studio appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging

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I Love Typography

JUNE 5, 2023

Read the book, Typographic Firsts Steven Heller takes a closer look at Beast of England’s new Acorn font family in this latest issue of Font of the Month. The post Steven Heller’s Font of the Month: Acorn appeared first on I Love Typography.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 3, 2023

Procreate, a powerful digital art application, offers a wide range of brushes that can take your digital artwork to new heights. In this article, we will delve into the world of Procreate brushes, exploring their versatility and providing tips to help you unlock your creative potential on the digital canvas. To mastering Procreate brushes , it’s important to practice and experiment regularly.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 5, 2023

Alice Bowsher's illustrations are always a delight to behold. Brimming with all the life and energy of the best spontaneous doodles, her portfolio is bursting with a range of entertaining characters, including trendy pickles, rollerblading puppies, and the fanciest pigeons you'll ever lay eyes on. Based in South-East London, Alice's joyful work spans packaging design, murals, book illustrations, brand identities, animations, shop displays and more, all united by her deft line work, distinctive u

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BP&O

JUNE 7, 2023

There’s a lot to be said for the Instagram-worthiness of, say, a faux-futuristic beauty brand identity that’s all gloopy, metallic, kinetic typography, ‘terminal green’, and unabashedly Gen Z-baiting ‘y2k’ art direction. It’s easy to assume that projects that allow designers the creative freedom for unabashed experimentation – playing fast and loose with legibility and lofty conceptual thinking – are the The post Mill by Manual appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.

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We And The Color

JUNE 5, 2023

A Call for Conservation: Rohan Dahotre’s Inspiring Animal Illustrations. In a world where the survival of countless animal species is under threat, artists have taken up their brushes and pens as powerful tools for raising awareness. Rohan Dahotre , a talented illustrator with a passion for wildlife, has crafted a captivating series of animal illustrations that serve as a clarion call to protect our planet’s endangered species.

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Vandelay Design

JUNE 6, 2023

Summer is the season of color! With the bright sun shining down, there always seems to be a riot of shades and hues everywhere you look. From turquoise skies to emerald lawns, and tangerine flower petals to lavender beach towels, it’s hard not to feel inspired by all the colors that summer offers us. As. The post 15 Summer Color Palettes (with Hex Codes) appeared first on Vandelay Design.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 6, 2023

A LINE has created a new identity for Pelago , a leading digital clinic for substance use management. Designed to help break down barriers and remove any stigma, the work is bright, optimistic and cheerful, marking a new chapter for the brand formerly known as Quit Genius. Substance use has reached a crisis point in the workplace. Forty-six per cent of American workers have experienced personal or family problems involving substance or alcohol use, yet, despite nearly two in three workers believ

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 5, 2023

In today’s competitive job market, a creative and visually appealing resume designs can make all the difference in catching the attention of hiring managers. One effective way to make a memorable first impression is through a well-designed and creative resume. By incorporating unique design elements and modern aesthetics, job seekers can capture the attention of hiring managers and showcase their skills and qualifications in a visually appealing manner.

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HONGKIAT

JUNE 7, 2023

CSS is a powerful tool that brings our websites to life. It’s the magic behind the beautiful, interactive, and responsive designs that captivate users. However, like any tool, it’s not immune to misuse or misunderstanding. Even the most seasoned developers can fall into common CSS pitfalls that can turn a dream website into a nightmare of bugs and inconsistencies.

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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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Booooooom

JUNE 6, 2023

Molly D’Arcy Molly D’Arcy (b. 1997) is an American artist currently working in NYC and Massachusetts. She began making short films at the age of 12, an interest which blossomed into a passion for darkroom photography and cinematography. Her work centers around themes of journeying and has been described as extraterrestrial, something just ever on the edge of the unknown.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 8, 2023

How cute is this? Go on a mini adventure, with this fun and beautifully illustrated book from London design agency Scout Editions. We've long been admirers of online bookshop and publisher Counterprint at Creative Boom. Since being founded by designers Céline Leterme and Jon Dowling in 2008, its whose colourful and perfectly formed little books have never failed to delight.

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Colossal

JUNE 7, 2023

All images © Doug Klug, shared with permission If you’ve walked along an ocean shoreline, chances are you’ve stumbled upon the crumpled, brownish-green tendrils of kelp washed up at high tide. Despite appearances, the otherworldly seaweed is not a plant but rather a type of algae. Leaf-like forms called blades soak up sunlight to photosynthesize, and gas-filled bladders hold the structures close to the surface.

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HONGKIAT

JUNE 6, 2023

If you’re reading this, it’s likely that you already have a manuscript or a book idea in mind. What you’re probably wondering is what other commitments you need to make before becoming an ebook author. In the current era, self-publishing is easier than ever, making the most challenging aspect of becoming an established author the task of deciding on a topic to write about.

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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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