Creative Boom

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Others, meanwhile, would love to shout about what they've created, but their clients frustratingly forbid it. Their bold and fearless approach has earned them collaborations with clients across a variety of industries, from tech to hospitality. Wise by Ragged Edge Omlet by Ragged Edge Omlet by Ragged Edge Papier by Ragged Edge 4.

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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

AUGUST 11, 2024

The London-based studio collaborates with renowned illustrator Hedof to create upbeat and engaging branding for the Comedy Garden Festival. So we needed to have many illustrated elements and mini-illustrations, so designs could be updated easily if needed." This led them to illustrator Rick Berkelmans, known as Hedof.

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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. This is where illustration agents come into play. But how on Earth do you find a market for your work? David Doran, represented by B&A 2.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Putting together samples of your work for art directors, editors, and others might sound straightforward, but many illustrators find it anything but. We share some tips from the Creative Boom community on presenting your illustrations in the best possible light. Quality over quantity."

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, her passion for illustration never waned. Two years ago, she decided to set up a shop and make prints of her drawings, slowly but steadily winning the hearts of diverse clients. Walkman, on the other hand, is a testament to her craft. For Sarah, inspiration is like a stream that flows from her immediate surroundings.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2025

Returning to Milton Keynes this May, All Flows has curated a proper treat for anyone with even a passing interest in graphic design, typography, illustration and creative innovation in general. His multi-disciplinary approach spans film, architecture, art and design, offering a fresh perspective on visual storytelling.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 15, 2022

A designer and illustrator based in Baroda, India, Soumyaraj Vishwakarma creates digital artworks that are dynamic, otherwordly and intricate, celebrating those slower-paced days when we're able to forget our troubles and enjoy the simple things in life that make us happy. Art has always been a strong part of Soumyaraj's identity.

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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. As a creative, you're by nature a visual person.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock With so much talent out there, how do you get noticed as a freelance illustrator? Illustration is a great way to make a living that can be both creatively fulfilling and well compensated. But first, you need to attract freelance clients. We explore six of the best tried-and-tested strategies.

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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. Sleek, stylish and funny, Broly Su's award-winning illustrations have been featured by the likes of Adult Swim, NBA and Sprite, to name a few.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 3, 2023

So far, 2023 has been a quiet year for New York City-based illustrator David Huang. It's been just over twelve months since we last caught up with David Huang when we talked to the Taiwanese American illustrator about the struggles he's experienced in order to carve out a career as an artist.

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Creative Boom

JULY 18, 2023

Or looking to commission an illustrator for a project? Look no further, as we list the best UK illustration agents around right now and the details you need to know. Looking for more money, better commissions, better clients and generally more respect as an illustrator? Illustrators on their roster include Alex T.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

© Van Saiyan Spanish illustrator Van Saiyan recalls special moments from his childhood when creating gloriously retro artwork that evokes the look and feel of old-school pulp comics. His illustrations have appeared in editorial columns for the likes of The Washington Post, Forbes and Entertainment Weekly.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

"However, it turned out I wasn't very good at anything else, and I decided to go to art school for university." Landing on graphic design, Min was always drawn towards the illustration courses and graduated with an illustration major from the Art Center College of Design.

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Just Creative

AUGUST 9, 2021

No truer is this mantra than when you want to impress potential clients with your portfolio. That means incorporating the latest design trends so potential clients take notice and pick you over your competitors. It showcases your capabilities and convinces clients-to-be, creative directors, or hiring managers you are the real deal.

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Creative Boom

JULY 5, 2023

Here's a great example from Process Play , an independent design and identity studio based in West Yorkshire working across the worlds of art, music, culture and craft. As well as working closely with clients to help them discover and tell their unique stories, we also publish, exhibit and collaborate on various experimental projects."

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 25, 2024

Jimbo Bernaus is a distinguished art director, visual designer, and letterer, celebrated for his creative approach and dedication to his craft. Today, we are featuring the most talented art director and visual designer, Jimbo Bernaus, known for his amazing lettering and illustration work , along with insightful Procreate tutorials.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 24, 2024

Award-winning London-based illustrator Josh Patterson specialises in creating bright, bold and playful artwork that grabs people's attention. Like many illustrators, Josh settled on a creative path when he was young. From an early age, art and design has always been a big part of my life," he tells Creative Boom. "I

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This showcase includes professionally crafted product presentation mockups , such as iPhone X mockups, branding materials, stationery items, logos, t-shirts mockups , and packaging, all in various perspectives and styles. A comprehensive collection of high-quality, free PSD mockup templates for both commercial and personal use.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

Whether youre crafting a bold advertising campaign , designing an elegant website, or creating a memorable logo, fonts serve as the cornerstone of your design. Download Font Dbacks Font Fonts tell stories, shaping words into art. From elegant serifs to bold sans-serifs, they transform plain words into artful statements.

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Graphic Design Junction

MARCH 2, 2024

Denis Gonchar stands as a luminary in the world of digital canvas illustrations art, hailing from the picturesque landscapes of Ukraine. These formative years instilled in him a deep appreciation for the intersection of art and culture, laying the foundation for his artistic endeavors in the years to come.

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Creative Boom

JULY 12, 2022

In 2017, she was accepted into Maryland Institute College of Arts with a scholarship. It meant she could say in the US, and she decided to start her own company as an LLC, working as a visual designer and building a roster of clients, including Adobe, TikTok and Google. However, Sumangla took this as a challenge.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 11, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Creatives share their top tips for building a personal brand, allowing you to unleash your unique creative vision, connect with your tribe, and attract your dream clients. Well, for starters, it's about far more than just crafting a cool logo or curated Instagram feed. So, how do you go about doing this?

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Creative Boom

MARCH 7, 2022

And outside her day job, she's the co-founder of Woodism , an art collaboration that celebrates children with autism whilst raising money for charity. Her clients include global brands like Google, Twitter, Visa, and Microsoft and nonprofit organisations providing life-advancing support to vulnerable communities throughout the United States.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Drawing from surrealism and using her imagination as her tool of choice, the Korean illustrator has mastered the technique of illusion in her busy scenes. In her world, the illustrator crafts incredibly complex scenes that fall and lean into one another, confusing our depiction of reality and our understanding of linear narratives.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 16, 2022

Cuban multi-media artist and designer Javier Fuentes illustrates the mundane and ritualistic aspects of life as an immigrant in his recently launched project, Xtrano. The concept was born out of the need to reconnect with my roots and the desire to illustrate distant memories from my time in Latin America," Javier tells Creative Boom.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 31, 2022

Bay-area-based artist Goldie Cai explores the joy of daily life and the world of mental health in her bold, textural illustrations that make the most of limited palettes and bright colours. Growing up around many illustrated books was hugely inspirational too; it always felt like there was a magic to the craft," she tells Creative Boom.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Artist Xiangni Song has transferred everything she learnt from the world of illustration to her paintings, which specialise in capturing daily observations and peculiar personal experiences. Spending her time between Beijing and New York, Xiangni was trained at the School of Visual Arts in 2016.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 29, 2022

Instagram is still a good visual resource or portfolio for clients, but it's the PR push that has been the most effective.". LinkedIn has been a favourite for quite a long time," agrees illustrator Ari Liloan. I've always enjoyed it for collecting images I like, but recently I've been using it much more to add my art," he says.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

And it doesn't matter how young or old you are: this back-to-school sensation can trigger a desire to learn new skills, challenge yourself, and take your craft to the next level. And you'll probably see the benefits pretty quickly, too, as you're rewarded by employers or clients who see the value in your newly expanded skillset.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 18, 2023

Introducing Yann Dalon , an accomplished artist and designer specializing in the realm of digital illustrator illustration. Hailing from the artistic heart of Paris, France, Yann Dalon brings forth a captivating collection of illustration artworks, each a testament to his distinctive and captivating style.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

With over a decade of experience in the illustration industry under his belt, recent years have seen him take more of a design-led approach to his craft. We caught up with him to learn what it means to be a graphic illustrator and how he developed this new style. Turning ambition into reality isn't new for Chris. "A

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Creative Boom

JUNE 2, 2024

On the other hand, freelancing also brings new responsibilities: the responsibility to find clients, manage your workload, and, crucially, actually get paid on time. says illustrator and designer Kohenoor Kamal. Muralist and illustrator Briks agrees, saying: "Go for it! Clients buy into people as well as skills."

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Abduzeedo

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Seoul Illustration Fair: Redefining Logo Design and Visual Identity abduzeedo 1030—24 Discover the Seoul Illustration Fair’s dynamic logo design and visual identity that celebrates creative expression. The updated logo of the Seoul Illustration Fair integrates design and illustration to reflect the fair’s creative roots.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Tips for getting your graphic design project featured (one being, send us lots of visual assets/mockups) Mockup via Art Directed Want to see your graphic design work featured in this online magazine? So, we've put time and effort into crafting a workable system to make that possible. You'll find all the technical details here.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 22, 2023

Freelance illustrator Tasia Graham specialises in creating artwork that explores womanhood, cultural identity and imagination. Describing herself as an imaginative storytelling artist, Tasia Graham has found success by working with the likes of the BBC, the Financial Times, and the University of Arts London.

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