Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Illustration by Tom Woolley As AI-generated artwork becomes more common, many illustrators worry about being replaced. Illustrator Tom Woolley shows us how to future-proof your career in an evolving industry. As illustration agent James Hughes mentioned in his article, Is AI really coming for your illustration career?

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2024

Award-winning UK illustrator Elly Walton's quirky style brings whimsy and depth to her editorial, advertising, and design work. In our exclusive interview, she reveals how she crafts these storytelling visuals. In the world of illustration, Elly Walton stands out as a virtuoso of playful storytelling. Absolutely hilarious."

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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

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 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

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Professional Exploration Category Winner: The Governess by Trevin Wyant We reveal the winners of the World Illustration Awards 2023, and share their winning pieces. Or are you just wondering what sort of commercial art can win awards these days? In both cases, we've got 22 pieces of illustration that you simply have to check out.

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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 9, 2024

And so back in March, we reported on their work crafting a visual identity for a stylish New York-esque cocktail bar in the city called Southside Social. Visually, the brand identity comes to life through a personality-driven logotype and an illustrated core mark. Well, it turns out that was only the half of it.

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Creative Boom

JULY 15, 2024

Designer, writer, and academic Michael John Goodman has launched three online archives of Victorian illustrations covering works by Shakespeare, Dickens, and Chaucer. It's fascinating to compare how illustrators have depicted great works of literature through the ages. Without works like these, Laura Ashley would never have existed.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, her passion for illustration never waned. Walkman, on the other hand, is a testament to her craft. She's currently immersed in crafting a 2024 calendar, where she gets to explore the physical aspects of her art, from materials to printing techniques.

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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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Just Creative

JUNE 13, 2023

When we were all in grade school, every one of us loved arts & craft days, building things with paper, paint, and other crafts. Recapturing the magic that you felt, we thought we’d mosey on down memory lane and present our list of the 25 Best PAPER Art & Craft Resources for Designers. Download Now 2.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2023

As its name suggests, the urban art publisher is passionate about all things sticker related, directing this devotion to a whole host of magnificent titles focused on the arts. But for its upcoming book, The Craft Beer Sticker Book, Stickerbomb has delved into the best craft beer-related branding the scene has to offer.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

Among the many uses of vector art, animal-themed designs stand out as a popular choice for logo creation, branding, and graphic projects. When it comes to crafting unique and memorable logos, animal-inspired vectors provide endless creative opportunities. Download available in Illustrator AI, EPS, and PNG format.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 12, 2023

New York-based illustrator Morain An has been holding a pencil and busily sketching away for as long as she can remember. It's an approach which has stayed with her through into adulthood as she continues to champion a traditional, hand-drawn approach to illustration.

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Creative Boom

MAY 15, 2024

Illustrator impression of the new Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration © Nora Walter With the help of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration is set to move into London's historic New River Head buildings. And the artist himself couldn't be happier. Having been awarded a £3.75

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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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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 20, 2025

Abstract line art logos are creative and stylish. Line art logos have gained popularity for their clean, minimal, and modern appeal. Whether youre a startup, a creative professional, or a corporate brand, a well-crafted line art logo can make your business stand out. Duck Line Art Logo The logo is vector-based.

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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

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

MAY 13, 2024

Buenos Aires-based illustrator Milagros Pico specialises in creating images that are bursting with vibrant colours. If the illustrations of Milagros Pico had a flavour, they'd definitely be bittersweet. Describing her work as "eye candy", her art has an appropriate sharpness and sourness to it.

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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

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Professional Overall Winner: Mark Smith Last night, the winners of the World Illustration Awards were announced via an online ceremony hosted by renowned artist Aurélia Durand, along with a collection of special guests to present them. Our 2024 winners truly excel in their fields, illustrating complex narratives and ideas through their work.

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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

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. Incredible levels of detail have been achieved in the label illustrations. Svetlana Molodchenko's illustrations form a brand toolkit for the beer.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

enable users to generate illustrated assets from simple sketches, offering a new level of accessibility to design." The craft renaissance As another element to the backlash against AI, along with a broader rejection of mass production and digital saturation, there's a growing appreciation for craft and heritage in design.

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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. With a keen eye for detail and a talent for bringing fantastical creatures and landscapes to life, Beyit’s illustrations have captured the imagination of audiences worldwide.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 20, 2025

Here's a curated selection of standout T-shirts we've spotted recently, all bursting with colour and beautifully illustrated. To help you out, we've curated a special list of T-shirts that double as wearable art, combining aesthetics, storytelling and cultural references into a single item of clothing.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 14, 2024

” A spectacular digital illustration can make your brand’s merchandise as iconic as the Apple logo or the Nike swoosh. So, what’s behind an iconic illustration? Each illustration should be like a freeze frame from that film. In digital illustration, less usually means more.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 2, 2024

Hala Mohamed is a distinguished graphic designer and digital illustrations artist from Egypt, whose work embodies the vibrancy and complexity of contemporary Egyptian culture. Her art is a confluence of traditional motifs and modern techniques, making her a prominent figure in the art world both locally and internationally.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Photography by Aya Wind In her debut graphic novel, Home Bound, the Tel Aviv-based illustrator explores the complex, fragile nature of belonging via a word-free odyssey in which the visual language speaks for itself. Her visual language is both precise and dreamlike, reflecting her own experiences of living between worlds.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 26, 2024

In the realm of contemporary digital illustrations art, one name shines brightly: Samji Illustrator. With a unique style characterized by vibrant colors, intricate details, and whimsical narratives, Samji has carved a niche for themselves in the world of illustration. You can catch Samji’s on Behance.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Crafting a visual identity for Picklewood, a first-of-its-kind pickleball club and restaurant, was a tricky proposition. From the midcentury script typography to the playful supporting illustrations and colour palette to the custom plaid and argyle patterns, everything is designed with tongue-in-cheek. It's pickleball, after all."

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Graphic Design Junction

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Download the best high quality Illustrator brushes for vector illustration drawing and sketching. If you’r looking for super detailed and realistic brushes for Illustrator, this is the right place to download vector brushes. This list contains twenty five brush packs with tons of different style of illustrator brushes.

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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. Kind of like a catchphrase or filler words."

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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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