Creative Boom

JULY 3, 2023

Fen Acey is a freelance graphic designer based in the North East of England with a passion for the food and drinks industry. Having studied at Norwich University of the Arts with a degree in Design for Publishing and graduating in 2015, Fen has spent the last eight years in a mix of design jobs.

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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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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Who doesn't love an art fair or creative market? 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. I've been selling at illustration fairs and art markets for years," says illustrator and pattern designer Jacqueline Colley.

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 16, 2020

Have you checked the latest figures on the freelance workforce? Now, the number of freelancers is projected to reach more than 90 million in less than a decade. On top of that, the annual increase in the global freelance workforce keeps getting higher and higher. Why Personal Branding for Freelancers?

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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. From rigorous coursework and internships to fitting in personal freelance work, Zhang gave 110% to excel, describing it as "tough but rewarding".

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Creative Boom

MARCH 18, 2025

This sense of full transparency creates a sense of camaraderie that's especially valuable for freelance illustrators. In each episode, Tom conducts in-depth interviews with illustrators, agents, art directors and industry insiders, creating a comprehensive educational resource for visual storytellers.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 14, 2022

Having recently gone freelance thanks to a successful run on Everpress , he shares his insights on what it means to be successful and how to build a following. Freelance work was certainly welcome, but to make ends meet, he kept working in the same grocery store job he'd had since high school. It feels like therapy, in a way.

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Graphic Design Junction

JULY 16, 2024

Kerem Beyit is a freelance illustrator who has carved a niche for himself in the world of fantasy art. The strong technical skills evident in his illustrations suggest a solid grounding in artistic principles, likely from dedicated practice or art school training.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 8, 2024

There are some great online learning resources and courses where students can study an aspect of motion but very few that give a comprehensive overview of every facet of the craft. So there are many questions, feedback and troubleshooting that people run into, and that's really helping them improve their craft."

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

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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Creative Boom

MARCH 15, 2022

Art has always been a strong part of Soumyaraj's identity. Her mother bought her a watercolour kit when she was a young child, and they would sit and paint together and craft for hours. She also thanks her art teacher, who helped her lean more towards a creative subject in her further education. "My It's a win-win for all.

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Just Creative

MARCH 3, 2020

Freelance & Entrepreneurship. Storytelling 101: Character, Conflict, Context & Craft. View top Fine Art Courses. Personal Branding: Crafting Your Social Media Presence. Storytelling for Leaders: How to Craft Stories That Matter. Freelance & Entrepreneurship. Photography. Illustration.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Case in point, freelance designer and art director Ferran Feixas doesn't hate on social media. About a year before the pandemic hit, Ferran went freelance, and worked for a number of small, boutique studios in London including Any Other Name , Accept & Proceed , Here Design and Winkreative. There's no way around it.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 8, 2023

"I have always loved expressing myself," says Henri Campeã , a queer visual artist, illustrator, 2D animator and art director hailing from the vibrant city of São Paulo, Brazil. This was ultimately the start of a blossoming relationship with the craft of illustration, alongside a love of clay, paper sculptures and acting.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 16, 2022

Full of disruptive thinking, ambitious ideas and fresh approaches, the show features 3,000 young creatives practising disciplines including art, ceramics, fashion, furniture design, graphic design, jewellery design, product design, textiles and woodwork. Work on show.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

With the rise of digital tools both for making art and sending it around the world in an instant, in one sense, it's now easier than ever to make money as a freelance illustrator. With its rich tapestry of art galleries, publishing houses and media outlets, New York City is a veritable hub for illustration agents.

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Creative Boom

JULY 12, 2022

In 2017, she was accepted into Maryland Institute College of Arts with a scholarship. Besides freelancing, she also works as a senior visual designer at AKQA, San Francisco. To date, the designer has released countless projects that present a harmonious mix of legibility and craft. However, Sumangla took this as a challenge.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 24, 2024

Having worked both freelance and in-house, with clients including the Wall Street Journal, the BBC and the New York Times, he's constantly honing his craft for advertisers, magazines and animation studios. 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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Creative Boom

APRIL 25, 2023

The passionate freelance illustrator from China has been working across editorials, ad campaigns, fashion and printed editions for the last ten years, and in every piece, his excitement appears to overflow from the page. Out of all his many projects so far, Zhang particularly enjoyed his recent fan art series, Brew Ha Ha!,

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Art has been known to bear many remedial qualities, after all. In that situation, it felt like I got the 'permission' to try art school, and I've been grateful ever since." She studied illustration at the HKU University of the Arts in Utrecht, graduated two years ago, and has since worked as a freelancer.

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Designer Daily

JUNE 28, 2023

Graphic design offers endless opportunities to showcase your talent, make meaningful connections, and craft unforgettable experiences that resonate with audiences. Art Architect Art direction invites you into a fulfilling career of creativity, leadership, and strategic thinking.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

We chat with an independent designer and art director at YouTube Music about his inspirations, career trajectory, and the importance of learning from setbacks. At least in the case of Min , a graphic designer and art director based in New York who graduated in 2020 and is currently working at Google YouTube Music.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 22, 2022

It's the art of telling stories that drives Luke Brookes , an award-winning illustrator based in Staffordshire whose vivid, graphic brushstrokes bring atmosphere and energy to everything he creates. Whilst constantly perfecting your craft, try to represent a wide range of work in your portfolio.

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Graphic Design Junction

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

A modern, minimalist creative Portfolio WordPress Themes built with state-of-the-art technology including HTML5, CSS3 and jQuery frameworks , offering extreme functionality and speed. Download Scena – Creative Ajax Portfolio Theme Scena was designed with creative agencies and freelancers in mind.

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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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Creative Boom

JUNE 20, 2023

Freelancing while living in the city can be an absolute dream. You've ditched the commute and work from home, but you still manage to stay connected with your fellow creatives, meeting up in bars and cafes, maybe popping into a local co-working space, and taking advantage of countless arts and cultural events around you.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Across the full family, characters stand tall in a range of styles, from heavy-footed and funky platforms to slim lifts that lend it an ethereal, art nouveau vibe. Its design was inspired by book covers from the first half of the 20th century, particularly those crafted in the 1930s for the renowned publisher Albatross.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 31, 2022

Having worked as both a freelance and in-house artist for clients such as IYN Gallery, Tokyoiter and Adobe, Goldie's career so far is a culmination of a lifelong love of the ritual of drawing, creating and experimenting. She creates characters out of the simplest shapes, but all her art feels endearing and charming.". © Goldie Cai.

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Creative Boom

JULY 26, 2023

Like most artists, it's a craft she began practising in childhood when she would spend her time sketching alongside her sister. She's why I didn't quit it during my university years," says Julie, who only attended art school for a couple of weeks before going to university to study to become a history teacher. It wasn't easy, though."

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Creative Boom

JUNE 22, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock It really sucks to be rejected by a potential employer or freelance client. The most obvious example is when another freelancer has done something extremely similar to the project in question, and you haven't. So reach out to someone you trust – a friend, mentor, or fellow freelancer.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 12, 2022

The themes accommodate all corporate, creative freelancer or business individuals meaning that you can create a portfolio regarding any niche using this photography WordPress themes. Suitable for almost any kind of website: Blog, Shop, Agency, Freelance, Corporate, Photography, Restaurant, Architecture, Business, Fitness and much more.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 12, 2023

A modern, minimalist and creative Portfolio WordPress Themes built with state-of-the-art technology including HTML5, CSS3 and jQuery frameworks , offering extreme functionality and speed. You can use Gru for multipurpose like minimal portfolios, agencies, freelancers portfolios etc. Atheus – Modern Creative Agency Theme.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 8, 2023

Organised in 1971 by community leaders and activists, The Bronx Museum in New York was founded on the belief that art is essential for the path to social justice and that it should be free for the community to experience and enjoy. Brooklyn-based strategy and design studio Team brought this mission to the fore with a new brand identity.

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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. Alongside freelancing as a designer and illustrator, she also runs a printed fashion brand, which aims to inject an element of joy into getting dressed in the morning. McIndoe Design by Maddy McIndoe. Aysha Tengiz.

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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. Through her workshop, Own Your Story, Olivia coaches audiences in a methodology for crafting a clear, concise and compelling personal brand story. Charlotte Adorjan. Olivia Christian.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2024

It's the kind of highly original and inventive art project that puts a smile on people's faces and makes life on a dull and dreary morning that little bit more bearable. Indeed, the Australian-born creative who's lived in London since 2017 is on a mission to use art, design, and technology to tackle social issues in his adopted community.

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HONGKIAT

JULY 29, 2021

If there’s anything that could make a freelancer more marketable, it’s the power and allure of their website portfolios. And among freelancers, there’s none other than designers who feel the need to make their websites more visually appealing. 5 Ways to Make Passive Income For Freelance Designers. Yul Moreau.

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