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'Storytelling and emotional connection matter more than aesthetics,' says illustrator Fangfang Han

Creative Boom

In 2020, she was a fashion buyer working in a busy industry where there just wasn't time to explore other creative avenues. Part of her prize was an opportunity to choose one of the illustration agencies sponsoring the awards, and she selected IllustrationX because of the company's history and global reach.

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

Creative Boom

We just feel it's nice to give praise where praise is due and highlight some top agencies doing outstanding work and inspiring their peers. This year, they've also launched a sister agency focused on typography and type design, called Type of Feeling. Hopefully, their work will inspire you too.

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Creative agency Landor makes a splash with water-inspired rebrand

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The world's largest brand and design agency Landor & Fitch has unveiled a new name and visual identity reflecting its wider offerings as a company and paying homage to its aquatic origins. Now, going by the shortened name Landor, the refreshing rebrand is the culmination of a five-year strategy.

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Grace Helmer on creating tender illustrations, going freelance, and what to look for in an agency

Creative Boom

Another key component of her work is being part of the Brilliant Artists agency. This agency, set up by Hannah Shilland, specialises in nurturing and showcasing both established and up-and-coming creative talent. Of course I said yes! © Grace Helmer. © Grace Helmer.

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Creative mentoring platform looks to increase impact with inaugural fundraiser

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In 2020, not-for-profit creative community and mentoring platform The Arena set up in a bid to change this by arming aspiring creatives with the tools, inspiration and confidence they need to kickstart a creative career.

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30 Best eCommerce WordPress Themes For 2020

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Professional Resume Templates Of 2020. 2020’s Best e-Commerce Themes. These 2020’s themes can used as a Single Page and as a Multi page. Here is the list of 2020’s Best e-Commerce Themes for Online Shopping Websites. You may be interested in the following articles as well. Unlimited Downloads.

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How LA's wildfires are devastating creatives (and how you can help)

Creative Boom

Multidisciplinary artist Kathryn Andrews saw her Pacific Palisades home burn down; the second time she's faced such tragedy following the 2020 Bobcat Fire. They include Cat How, co-founder of the design agency How&How , whose home in Santa Monica sits on the edge of the evacuation zone, leaving her family in a constant state of readiness.

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