Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Today, we shine the spotlight on the incredibly talented Shinrou Inaki, a senior designer and creative comics and illustrations artist from Nanjing, China. The Artistic Journey Shinrous journey began at the Nanjing Art Institute, where he honed his skills in traditional and digital art.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

From digital painting to cut-paper stop-motion animation, this award-winning Chinese artist is passionate about creating visual narratives with energy, positivity, and a sense of life. Originally from Hefei in eastern China, Fangfang relocated to London, studied illustration at the Kingston College of Art, and graduated this year.

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Whether youre creating intricate vector illustrations, vibrant digital art, or professional designs, having the right tools in your creative arsenal makes all the difference. They save time, provide consistency, and allow artists to focus on creativity rather than repetitive tasks.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Illustration by Inma Hortas As an illustration agent at Folio Art, James Hughes offers insights into the future of illustration amidst the rise of AI. With many artists concerned about AI taking over creative jobs, he explains why human creativity still has a unique place—and how illustrators can thrive in an evolving industry.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2024

In our exclusive interview, she reveals how she crafts these storytelling visuals. This award-winning artist has made her mark across various mediums throughout her career spanning two decades. The illustrated books I most loved as a kid were those you could come back to, find more stories within stories in the art," she enthuses.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Who doesn't love an art fair or creative market? And if you're an artist, illustrator, or designer yourself, they're a great opportunity to make money doing what you love. So, to help you make the most of these events, we asked experienced creators who have found success in the art fair and market scene to share their best tips.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2025

Where ideas bounce from mind to mind, and inspiration strikes when you least expect it. The Tokyo-born, UK-based artist creates installations that give physical form to sound, using artificial intelligence to generate ever-evolving audio experiences that blur the boundaries between permanence and change.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Looking for visual inspiration? Or are you just wondering what sort of commercial art can win awards these days? Our 2023 winners have truly mastered their crafts, skilfully utilising illustration to explore narratives, evoke emotions, and express complex ideas. Below, we share more winners from this year's competition.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 14, 2022

Illustrator, digital designer and creative artist Humberto Cruz has been making waves on Instagram thanks to his unique pop culture-inspired style. His uplifting and colourful work is a joy to behold, and his one-of-a-kind pop culture-inspired style leaps out from your feed. To combat this, he started making art every day.

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Creative Boom

JULY 15, 2024

If classic literature brought to life in works of art inspires you, then it's worth pointing your web browser towards three new archives of Victorian imagery released online by Michael John Goodman. The Kelmscott Chaucer is a book designed by Morris with 87 woodcut illustrations by the Pre-Raphaelite artist Edward Burne-Johns.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 4, 2024

The world of visual arts is no longer confined to distinct categories. As a result, successful visual artists are increasingly multi-disciplined, possessing skills and knowledge that extend beyond their chosen speciality. Delving into another artistic discipline can spark unexpected inspiration.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

We reveal the best place to buy wonderful art prints to fuel your mood, imagination and creativity. In fact, you probably spend every working day meticulously crafting amazing-looking work for your company or freelance clients – not just because you want praise and reward. Artists & Objects 4. But where do you start?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Bertrand Aznar, represented by Illustration Division Whether you need representation or are looking to hire an artist or illustrator, these are the best places to head to in New York City. These behind-the-scenes champions of artistic talent serve as the bridge between artists and the industries that crave their creativity.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For Sarah, inspiration is like a stream that flows from her immediate surroundings. "I I am highly attuned to the atmosphere around me," she says, "so I find constant inspiration in my living environment and the changing seasons." It's a piece that evokes fond memories, both for the artist and her audience.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2024

In response to Cathay Pacific's desire to integrate the inspiring art and culture of Hong Kong with its people and their passengers, JPA Design envisioned the 'Gallery in the Skies', an innovation that merges art and aviation and transcends the traditional boundaries of travel.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In the outskirts of Stockholm, a Swedish artist named Malin Rosenqvist weaves intricate tales through the medium of illustration. Malin's journey began in Sweden, where she initially studied animation at the Royal College of Art Craft & Design before embarking on an MA in animation and illustration at HSLU in Luzern, Switzerland, in 2010.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 15, 2024

The art and design world constantly changes and evolves, reflecting the ever-shifting reality that shapes visual trends. However, it can be easy to get lost in the changing trends and pressures of the current landscape, so going back to the basics can help you stay grounded and motivated as an artist or designer.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Every creative should know about these 25 design studios and learn from their inspiring work. In a world overflowing with creativity and design innovation, there are thousands of outstanding design studios to be inspired by. Hopefully, their work will inspire you too.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 12, 2024

Embark on a journey of futuristic creativity and inspiration with our avant-garde handcrafted and digital hand lettering typography quotes, pulsating with positive energy. Within this immersive showcase, we present a curated selection of over thirty-five awe-inspiring lettering quotes and illustrated typographic marvels.

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Creative Boom

MAY 23, 2022

South Korean visual artist and designer JeeYoung Lee is returning to London's NOW Gallery with her upcoming exhibition, Maiden Voyage. JeeYoung Lee has been touted as one of the rising stars in the Korean artistic world, and with her new installation coming to London, there's never been a better time to see her work in person.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

From the valleys of Kashmir to the studios of Florida, Ghazal Qadri crafts vibrant illustrations that tell stories of culture, empathy, and the power of art to inspire change. Watching people's interactions and expressions helps me craft characters as lively and multi-dimensional as they are relatable."

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 30, 2024

Atlanta-based graphic designer and illustrator Broly Su brings both his skills together in work inspired by retro toys, hip-hop culture and graffiti. Thanks to his distinctive aesthetic, which draws on a diverse range of influences and passions, Broly's artwork is always a joy to behold, Like lots of artists, Broly got started at a young age.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 8, 2023

Generative artist Matt DesLauriers weaves together art, programming and technology to build playful, creative projects for public installations, print media, and the web. His interactive installations have been displayed in special events at the Louvre Museum in Paris and the Art Gallery of Ontario in Toronto.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 19, 2025

This collection showcases stunning handmade lettering, calligraphy, and typography creations crafted by top Instagram artists and graphic designers. To celebrate this artistic trend, I’ve gathered an incredible selection of handmade lettering, calligraphy, and typography designs that every type lover will appreciate.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 18, 2024

And that's certainly the case if you're applying for a course at University of the Arts London (UAL) , which prides itself in encouraging diversity in terms of everything from personal background to creative outlook and experience. This ancient Chinese folk art traditionally depicts animals of the zodiac or scenes from myths and legends.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

For graphic designers especially, print magazines offer a source of inspiration that's tangible and immersive and presents content in a completely different visual way to digital. So, reading one is a great way to see design from a different perspective and get renewed enthusiasm for your craft. Eye magazine 2.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 21, 2022

These are one-off pieces, lovingly designed and crafted by independents, so you're certain to stand out from the crowd. Some of our recommendations are sold directly by creatives themselves, while others are from larger stores that commission artists and illustrators to create unique designs for them. Humphries & Begg.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

A collaborative zine produced by Franklyn and Michael Freimuth highlighting ai artists across an array of themes and visual exploration As our special report earlier in the year shows, many agencies have already incorporated AI into processes such as idea generation, prototyping and mockups. And perhaps a little more hedonism."

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 22, 2023

This collaboration between the unique graphic stylings of public artists Cushing, maker of bespoke colored glass, and Sparey, a metalwork artist, is born from friendship, a deep appreciation for the other’s specialty, and a fusion of robust industry knowledge.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 4, 2024

Digital art and illustrations have evolved into a powerful and dynamic form of artistic expression, pushing the boundaries of creativity and imagination. In the year 2024, we find ourselves amidst a thriving era of digital artwork, witnessing the awe-inspiring creations of professional artists and illustrator designers.

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Creative Boom

JULY 3, 2023

Her self-initiated project Graphia (which means "to write" in Greek) features a collection of artisan wine label designs inspired by her love for typography and printmaking. These imperfections further enhance the tactile and artistic qualities of the overall design whilst evoking a sense of creativity through each contrasting element."

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Creative Boom

MAY 23, 2022

From eggs to bacon, pizza to noodle soup, the artist has no limits when it comes to subject matter and creativity. Art has been my purpose all my life," she says, having grown up in Winterthur, Switzerland, to an artist father who supported her crafts from an early age. "Art

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 15, 2025

It was in middle school (that's early secondary school years to us in the UK) that she decided to pursue art and design more seriously. It was such an amazing experience; seeing famous artists and designers standing proudly in their brand spaces, introducing their products, was incredibly inspiring."

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Creative Boom

MARCH 27, 2023

Nærvera © Ýrúrarí aka Ýr Jóhannsdóttir We chat with the brilliant Icelandic artist about sustainability, textile techniques and handing out wool pizzas to the public. But Icelandic artist Ýr Jóhannsdóttir, aka Ýrúrarí , has been turning them into stunning works of art. The crafting can take days and sometimes even weeks."

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 15, 2024

How Tte de la Course embraced the concept for a special edition Trappist beer and used it to craft an object of desire Golden artworks gleam on deep brown glass. With gothic-inspired artwork, the typography is deliberately reserved rather than calligraphic. The three abbots describe it as a true work of art, adds Ruud.

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Design Milk

MARCH 5, 2024

A rich terrazzo floor – with a hint of Italian flair – mixes neutrals with a multifaceted emerald hue in correspondence with wall-hanging art and geometric lighting fixtures by the designer himself. Persona whets the appetite of patrons and collaborators alike for future servings of conscious craft.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 3, 2023

In the heart of Germany, nestled close to the French border, lies the small town of Saarbrücken – a place where imagination knows no bounds for the enigmatic artist Jonas Mayer. Fueled by this desire, he embarked on a new path, studying Fine Arts in his hometown. Jonas draws from many sources when it comes to his inspirations.

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