Creative Boom

JULY 1, 2024

BBC Creative, the BBC's in-house creative agency, has teamed up with Nexus Studios to create the launch film for its coverage of the upcoming Olympics. It takes inspiration from the world's most romantic city and taps into our passion for sport. It's almost time for the 2024 Summer Olympics, and Paris is the proud host city this year. The international sporting event launches on 26 July, when we'll enjoy the official opening ceremony, and continues until mid-August in France.

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Designer Daily

JUNE 27, 2024

Dutch designer Chungkong ‘s passion for movies spills over into his nights. After crafting brand identities by day, he unwinds by creating minimalist movie posters. With over 1,400 in his collection, Chungkong’s talent lies in capturing a film’s essence through clever visuals. His secret? Working magic with metaphors. He boils down key moments to simple, yet impactful, images.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 26, 2024

The winners of Penguin's 2024 Cover Design Award Competition was once again fierce for this year's prestigious awards by Penguin Books. We reveal the winners of its annual prize where creatives get a remarkable opportunity to showcase their talents. Today, Penguin Books has announced the winners of its popular Cover Design Award , which sees aspiring designers and illustrators reimagine the covers of bestselling Penguin titles.

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Design Milk

JUNE 27, 2024

Nestled in the bustling Jinjiang District in Chengdu, China, the NI HAO Hotel is set to open as a boutique yet budget-minded alternative catering to a younger generation of international travelers attuned to contemporary design while prioritizing convenience. With its cinematic-styled decor, the hotel’s name says it all – the Mandarin greeting for “Hello” – setting the tone for a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere that permeates throughout the interior.

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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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BP&O

JUNE 27, 2024

We’ve covered no shortage of work by Pentagram in the past, most recently Cohere but spanning projects for London Fashion Week, NYC Parks, National History Museum and more. This is the first time, however, that we’ve looked at a project by new-ish New York office partner Andrea Trabucco-Campos and his team – and it’s safe to say, we’re impressed. Graphic The post Bacàn by Pentagram appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.

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Azure Magazine

JUNE 27, 2024

The closure last week of the Ontario Science Centre came as a shock. Though there were clear indications the Ontario government has long been planning to shutter the beloved institution, this final, decisive and cynical move – on a Friday afternoon just before the Premier departed for summer vacation – felt like a stinging insult to everyone who is fighting to save the Brutalist icon as well as a tactical move in a much larger political plan.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 30, 2024

The world of image editing offers a vast array of tools to manipulate and enhance your photos. One of the most powerful yet approachable techniques is image masking. Mastering masking unlocks a treasure chest of creative possibilities, allowing you to isolate objects, change backgrounds, add special effects, and achieve precise edits in your photos.

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Design Milk

JULY 1, 2024

Kicking off the second half of the year for Designer Desktops is visual artist and type designer David Mascha who hails from Vienna, Austria. Known for his geometric patterns and use of vibrant color, Mascha’s work often explores organic shapes, spatial patterns, and the limitless forms of typography. His designs have caught the eyes of industry-leading companies like Adobe, Apple, Samsung, Google, IBM, and more, making him a highly sought-after artist in the contemporary design scene.

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Joe McNally

JUNE 26, 2024

Pickleball…in a studio…with a 14-24 mm f/2.8 wide lens – what could go wrong! The NIKKOR Z 14-24mm f/2.8 S isn’t the lens you generally think of for portraiture, but it was also kind of cool. How do I go wide, and photograph a person, and not go off the deep end with angles and lines? How do I treat the human form decently in this wide, wide world I’d be shooting in?

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Its Nice That

JUNE 27, 2024

Beginning with a fascination for parakeets, the photographer is on a mission to capture the capital’s wildlife in it’s most “heroic” light.

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Advertiser: Issuu

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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Creative Boom

JUNE 25, 2024

Working in collaboration with Stuart Gough, Pentagram, JKR, and Impero, the charity launches its refreshed brand and positioning today. Its focus is on being "more accessible, inclusive, and digitally enabled." Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity (GOSH) has unveiled a new identity to build on its mission to transform the lives of seriously ill children and "protect their childhoods from the impact of serious illness".

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 30, 2024

For any author, the book cover is the first impression your story makes. It’s the billboard on a crowded shelf, the digital thumbnail that catches a reader’s eye. A well-designed cover can entice readers to delve into your world, sparking their imagination and promising a captivating journey. But crafting the perfect cover can feel daunting, especially for non-designers.

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Design Milk

JUNE 27, 2024

In the face of adversity, the ability to move forward and spark change within the LGBTQIA+ community is something to celebrate. Microsoft is no stranger to advocating for LGBTQIA+ people; they’ve been doing it since 1989, when they added sexual orientation to their non-discrimination policies. The brand has been a strong ally and advocate ever since.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 27, 2024

How to Update Your Logo: A Fresh Face for Your Brand Your logo is more than just a pretty picture. The brand face, the quiet representative, speaks volumes before you open your mouth. But what do you do when this representation begins to look… stale? In a world where attention equals money and first impressions are made in milliseconds, an old-fashioned logo is like arriving at an interview in last year’s outfit: it may still work, but it won’t do you any favours.

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Creative Bloq

JUNE 29, 2024

From redesigns to new product launches, these are the best new logo designs of the year so far.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 30, 2024

We've all seen the new Toys R' Us spot , and many of us are horrified by its implications and the increasing rise of AI. Animation studio Tentacle Media has decided to remind us of the wonderful human touch of creativity with the launch of its first physical product. Tentacle Media , a UK-based animation studio, has launched a handheld animation device called the Mini-Mutoscope.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 27, 2024

The web is a living landscape, constantly evolving with new technologies and design philosophies. For businesses and creators, staying ahead of the curve isn’t just about functionality, it’s about creating an online presence that captivates and inspires. This article delves into the world of cutting-edge web design by exploring how several outstanding websites are leveraging the latest trends to create truly remarkable experiences.

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Design Milk

JULY 1, 2024

Kohler has teamed up with New York-based contemporary artist Daniel Arsham to redefine the luxury lifestyle experience. This unique collaboration blends immersive travel and elevated design, introducing a new perspective on luxury living and resort experiences. This partnership, known as Arsham in Kohler , brings together Kohler’s tradition of high-quality design and Arsham’s innovative artistic vision.

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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.

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Its Nice That

JUNE 27, 2024

The French graphic design duo are applying an experimental approach to the design of their vivid cultural identity projects

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Creative Bloq

JUNE 27, 2024

Disney, Pixar and Sony Animation love his brushes, now you can too.

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Azure Magazine

JUNE 26, 2024

The guestbook, or visitor log, is a staple of a traditional hotel experience. Within its pages, visitors can vent about missing bottles of complementary shampoo or come down hard on a snoring neighbour. And yet, it often feels as if this antiquated system for suggestions fails to make a real difference. In the central borough of Mitte, Berlin, a beta hotel laboratory is the first in the world to explicitly function on feedback.

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Design Milk

JUNE 27, 2024

When envisioning the ideal location for a weekend retreat, few would argue against the charm of a residence nestled in the picturesque settlement of Hampton Bays, Long Island. While the New York location itself boasts natural beauty, it is Tami Wassong’s expertise that truly elevates the home. Working alongside architect Mojo Stumer and stylist Katja Greeff , her masterful touch transforms this idyllic setting into a serene paradise, seamlessly blending elegance and comfort to craft a harm

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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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Inkbot Design

JUNE 28, 2024

Letter Spacing Guide: Mastering Typographic Finesse The invisible architecture of words is the space between letters. It’s the breath between sentences, the pause between notes. Most people never notice it, but everyone feels its effect. To conduct a silent orchestra – this is what mastering letter spacing means; you shape the rhythm and flow of language itself.

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Booooooom

JULY 1, 2024

A series of UV printed photographs on bubble wrap by Los Angeles-based artist Rosie Clements.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 26, 2024

Brighton studio Cronica has partnered with the European Media and Information Fund to craft a dynamic visual identity, blending print and digital aesthetics to combat misinformation and promote media literacy. In a year where over half the planet is holding elections, it's increasingly clear that truth matters. That's precisely why, in 2021, a bunch of countries got together to found the European Media and Information Fund (EMIF): a collaborative initiative designed to combat disinformation and

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Creative Bloq

JUNE 28, 2024

I would totally wear Franklin Gothic.

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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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Design Milk

JUNE 28, 2024

Jamie Davis , along with his brother Casey, founded Portola Paints in 1998. Born and raised in Los Angeles, the duo were mentored by their father, a high-end custom home builder. “My brother and I have been working side-by-side for 25 years, supporting each other,” Davis shares. “My father, Jim, is the person who had the original idea of starting this company when I was still in high school.

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We And The Color

JUNE 29, 2024

With PixWork’s easy-to-use portfolio template, you can present your creative work in an outstanding manner. This modern and minimalist portfolio brochure template for Adobe InDesign, designed by PixWork , is an exceptional choice for anyone seeking a clean, professional, and elegant way to present their work. This template, available in A4 format, offers a refined aesthetic that ensures your portfolio stands out without overwhelming the viewer with unnecessary details.

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Its Nice That

JUNE 25, 2024

In her first column, Elaine Ramos dissects how the illustrator so aptly conveys the dense textures, graffiti and bustle of her hometown.

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Creative Boom

JULY 1, 2024

Lilongwe Wildlife Trust partners with UK-based agency sixredsquares to launch a refreshed brand and website to raise global awareness and support for wildlife conservation in Malawi. Lilongwe Wildlife Trust (LWT), Malawi's leading conservation organisation, has launched a new brand identity and redeveloped its website to raise awareness of pressing environmental threats and the urgent need to protect wildlife.

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Speaker: Michele Berdinis

This session will answer business law questions that people are asking most during the pandemic. If my business can’t pay its bills, can my creditors come after my personal assets? Do I have to pay the rent on my co-working space or office? Can my clients cancel signed contracts? Can I cancel contracts for things I no longer need because my business has slowed down?

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