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Illustrator Poan Pan on embracing change, community, and the unexpected

Creative Boom

At the start of 2022, Taiwan-based illustrator Poan Pan was at the start of his freelance career a recent graduate of Central Saint Martins, navigating the uncertainties of working independently. Good news I'm still freelancing as an illustrator! Honestly, when we first spoke, I had no idea if freelancing would even work out.

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Rise of the machines: How illustrators can avoid being replaced by AI

Creative Boom

If you're a freelance illustrator, it's easy to wallow in despair and imagine your job will soon be taken over by a faster, cheaper AI alternative. An important part of freelancing is planning ahead and ensuring there's enough work coming in to pay the bills.

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Rafael Medeiros on enduring the Hollywood strikes as a freelance graphic designer

Creative Boom

After gaining residency without needing an employer sponsorship, he quit his job and pursued freelance full-time. As a freelancer, I work with agencies that normally hire me during their peak times or when they can't solve a project internally," he explains. But it's been anything but a smooth ride.

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50+ Amazing Digital Art and Illustrations by Professional Illustrator Artists

Graphic Design Junction

From intricate character designs to surreal landscapes, digital illustrators are redefining traditional art forms, making digital illustration a powerful medium across various industries like advertising, entertainment, and beyond. Rafater’s dedication to innovation and his refined aesthetic continue to inspire audiences worldwide.

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Best foot forward: Lynne McCusker's bold branding for a new retro shoe store

Creative Boom

Lynne McCusker is a senior freelance designer based in Scotland. With 17 years of experience in the design industry and the past nine years spent as a freelancer, she specialises in all aspects of creativity, from branding and print work to web and social design. Her clients include L'Oréal, ?

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Why Dribbble Isn’t an Ideal Advertising Platform

Graphic Design Junction

Dribbble, a popular platform for showcasing design work, has become a hub for freelance designers and creative agencies. While it excels at portfolio presentation and fostering a design community, Dribbble falls short as a platform for advertising. However, its limitations make it a less-than-ideal platform for advertising.

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How to Find the Perfect Freelance Writer for Your Business

Just Creative

But the reality is, most businesses don’t have this luxury and outsource to freelancer writers instead. But finding suitable freelance writers can be challenging and time-consuming. We explore the top things that you should look out for when outsourcing freelance writers. Establish a Budget. Create a Marketing Plan.

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