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Hotlist 2025: the 25 most popular design studios, as voted for by their peers

Creative Boom

Founded in 2009 and based in Lucerne, Switzerland, their avant-garde and experimental style makes them both distinct and in demand. Studio MPLS Founded by Dan Olson in 2009, Studio MPLS specialises in brand design, packaging, and illustration. KALW by COLLINS KALW by COLLINS KALW by COLLINS 25.

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Broly Su's graphic illustrations are inspired by a love of hip-hop, basketball and anime

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I ended up really liking the city and the deep-rooted hip-hop culture here as I've been a hip-hop fan since 2009," he explains. I'm also currently wrapping up a project with the Philadelphia 76ers and Sprite, and hopefully, I'll be able to post some of the work I created on social media soon!"

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Designing the Beautiful Game: Design Museum to explore the world's most popular sport

Creative Boom

Created in 2009 by Peter Carney & Christine Waygood as successor to the original HMB which was created by Peter & friends in the week following the disaster in 1989. 2009) Peter Carney. Portsmouth FC fans (1983) Photographed by Jake Payne. Hillsborough Memorial Banner (HMB).

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10 fun illustration challenges to spark your creativity and energise you in 2024

Creative Boom

Inktober Jake Parker created Inktober in 2009 to improve his inking skills and develop positive drawing habits. Draw This in Your Style (DTIYS) Popular on social media, this challenge is exactly what it sounds like. And don't forget to share your creations on social media! Official illustration challenges 1.

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The power of self-belief: why quiet confidence is essential for creative professionals

Creative Boom

Couple that with the typical British fear of being seen to "show off", and the feeling that everyone on social media is doing better than you (even though they aren't), and even talented, experienced professionals can end up lacking confidence. I set up Creative Boom in 2009 with no money whatsoever. Take me, for instance.

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11 Graphic Design Tips to Create Images Like a Pro On Instagram

Graphic Design Junction

It involves everything from typography to photography and can be used in many different capacities, including branding, advertising, and social media. For the sake of this article, we’re going to focus on using the graphic design on social media. The Development Of Social Media As A Whole. The Difference In Opinion.

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How to use music to transform your visual content

Creative Boom

In the digital age, where visual content reigns supreme, music is a secret weapon that can elevate your videos, presentations and social media posts from good to unforgettable. This transformation wasn't just about sourcing better music but creating a more cohesive and engaging brand presence across social media.

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