Colossal

DECEMBER 6, 2022

We’re wrapping up 2022 and revisiting some of the craft projects we wrote about this year. If you want even more of 2022’s highlights, check out the top art stories and our favorite books of the year. Impossibly Small Houseplants and Basketry Crafted from Paper by Raya Sader Bujana. Image © Raya Sader Bujana.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

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. This focus on eco-friendly and ethical consumption aligns with the craft's slow, intentional production.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 4, 2024

The world of visual arts is no longer confined to distinct categories. Imagine you're a photographer who wants to learn CGI to add backgrounds, or someone looking to move into video to take on art direction roles. In 2024, though, that's all been flipped on its head. In fact, the more strings you have to your bow, the better.

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Design You Trust

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024

Christian Young’s journey into the world of digital art is as unique as it is inspiring. However, an unexpected turn of events during a 365-day art challenge led him to MS Paint—a platform often underestimated by many artists. What is particularly fascinating about Young’s story is that his primary career isn’t in the arts.

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Just Creative

APRIL 23, 2023

These watercolor art & design resources are compatible with digital illustration apps like Procreate, Affinity Designer, Photoshop, Illustrator, and more. Plus our watercolor Procreate brushes for creating digital art or if you use Illustrator, the best watercolor brushes for Illustrator.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Professional Web Design: Crafting Digital Experiences In today's landscape, where first impressions matter, having a professionally designed website is no longer a luxury but a necessity for businesses and organisations seeking to build trust and connect with their audience. Understanding the Foundations of Web Design What is Web Design?

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Music Logo Design: Crafting a Visual Identity for Bands and Artists Building a solid brand identity in the saturated music industry is crucial for bands and artists to stand out. Any musician serious about their craft must put real thought into their logo. Allow 2-3 weeks for the design process, from brainstorming to final art.

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Inkbot Design

JULY 9, 2024

Branding Strategy Presentation: Crafting Your Company's Identity A simple logo or catchy phrase cannot define your brand alone. The Art of the Presentation Having explained why branding is essential, it’s time to discuss how best to deliver on this strategy because even the most brilliant ideas can die if communicated poorly.

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We And The Color

DECEMBER 22, 2023

It’s a path paved with creativity, experimentation, and a commitment to honing your craft. This program isn’t just about mastering drawing techniques; it’s a gateway to discovering your distinct drawing style. Who Can Embark on This Journey? Feel free to find more recommended online courses on WE AND THE COLOR.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Crafting a Standout Graphic Design Resume That Lands You the Job If you're a graphic designer looking to land your dream job, your resume must appear like a bold font on a minimalist poster. A well-crafted graphic design resume tells a compelling story about you and shows your skills visually. Add GPAs over 3.5,

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Inkbot Design

JULY 9, 2024

15 Web Design and Development Tips: Crafting Digital Masterpieces The web isn't just a canvas. You’re here to make art that moves, functions that transform, and experiences that resonate. It’s about crafting digital experiences that matter. It’s a revolution waiting. Your website isn’t a page; it’s a movement. To feel something.

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UX Collective

JUNE 25, 2022

Reflections on the craft of code, Interaction Design and teaching Prototyping to a new generation of designers. Let’s take a step back; visual designers’ craft is about exploring 2D space, and industrial design is about crafting in the physical tridimensional world. Craft produces Demos “We made demos.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Spending her time between Beijing and New York, Xiangni was trained at the School of Visual Arts in 2016. She subsequently transitioned from illustration to fine art by enrolling in the MFA Fine Arts program at Pratt Institute in 2020. This doesn't mean her background in illustration was time wasted, though.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 22, 2023

To learn more about her work and the craft of creating it, we sat down with Margaret to chat about her career. I had vague aspirations in animation (without any idea about what the craft actually entailed). I set my sights on schools that excelled in Art and Computer Science. I'm a chronic overthinker.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Despite not being an art major, this motivated me to put hours into each assignment until I worked my way up to being the best student in the class." When the time came to submit a portfolio and get accepted into an art program, Liam faced a dilemma. Should he focus on fine art, graphic design, photography or illustration? "I

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 26, 2024

Branding and Storytelling: Crafting Your Narrative Your brand is not just a logo or tagline in a world that is suffocating from noise. That is what happens when stories are well crafted. Crafting Your Brand's Narrative Ready to start telling the story of your brand? It’s an untold story. The question is: will yours stick?

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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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We And The Color

MAY 11, 2023

Art Design Fashion and the Museum of Applied Arts. During the 19th century, there was a significant increase in the number of museums dedicated to the applied arts, in response to the decline of artistic craftsmanship due to the rise of mechanical production brought about by the era of industrial production and technology.

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Colossal

OCTOBER 1, 2024

City of Wichita Arkansas River Public Art Project (International) This open call seeks projects for three permanent, public works along the Arkansas Riverfront. Gen-Art: Exploring Creativity Across the Generations (U.S.) 2025 Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition (U.S.) Craft Research Fund Grant (U.S.) Deadline: 5 p.m.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 7, 2024

Creative Website Design: Crafting Experiences That Wow Have you ever clicked on a website and felt… nothing? That’s what creative website design does; it crafts digital experiences that make people sit up, notice, and maybe see things differently. We’ve all been there. It has the same layout and the same yawn-inducing experience.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Tüpokompanii works across pretty much all things letter-based: designing and publishing retail fonts, logomark design, typeface modifications and language extension, research and consultation, Opentype feature programming, and offering custom type design services to clients such as the second-largest in Estonia, Tartu. the studio explains.

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Inkbot Design

JULY 9, 2023

Brand Experience: Crafting Memorable Connections Welcome to the exciting world of branding, where creating memorable connections is the name of the game. Today, we're diving deep into “The Power of Brand Experience: Crafting Memorable Connections.” What just happened? That, my friend, is the magic of brand experience.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Colour Psychology in Branding: Crafting Emotional Palettes Can you think of colours associated with certain brands? His ideas on the psychology of colour association remain influential in design, marketing, art therapy, and other fields interested in colour symbolism and meaning.

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Colossal

JUNE 1, 2024

1,800 Innovate Grants for Art + Photo Featured Innovate Grant awards two $1,800 grants each quarter to one visual artist and one photographer. 2024 Booooooom Art & Photo Book Award (International) Artists, photographers, and illustrators are invited to submit cohesive bodies of work they’d like to see turned into a book.

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Just Creative

MARCH 30, 2023

The first step in finding the right software is understanding what it does and how it differs from other programs on the market. It is a great program for retouching photographs and is quite good at vector art, making it a valuable tool in your Cricut arsenal. 10+ Best Software for Cricut in 2023 1. Learn More 6.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 10, 2024

I've been there – endlessly scrolling through forums and reviews, hoping to stumble upon that elusive “best” program. We'll dive deep into each program's strengths, exploring everything from advanced editing tools to user-friendly interfaces. From that fateful day on, I became determined to master this craft.

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Colossal

JULY 31, 2024

Prisma Art Prize (International) This annual art prize is open to artists working in painting, engraving, and drawing and offers exhibition opportunities and €2,300 in cash awards annually. Chorus Arts ‘Featured Artists’ 2024/2025 (U.K.) One winner will receive $500. There is a $25 entry fee. Deadline: 11:59 p.m.

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HONGKIAT

JUNE 5, 2024

These tools bring an artist’s vision to life, from graphics tablets to software programs. Traditional tools are now supplemented and enhanced by powerful online applications, programs, and resources. As artists explore their craft, they discover various digital tools to enhance their creativity.

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Designer Daily

JUNE 22, 2023

Well-crafted print ads are seen as a form of art. Free Graphic Design Programs Vs. Paid Ones While premium design software indeed offers advanced features and extensive support, their high costs can be a barrier for beginners, freelancers, or small businesses. Moreover, some free programs offer optional paid upgrades.

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Creative Boom

JULY 28, 2024

Through exquisitely crafted puppetry and miniature sets, we watch Robert face constant rejection and exclusion, symbolised by a treacherous river voyage. Art director Bruno Jacob and his daughter Luna, who has Down syndrome, designed the main character of Robert together.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 19, 2024

It's been principally designed for typographers to craft extended text, book design, and publishing detail. Located at the junction of design and programming, the typeface follows a minimalist and radical logic. So dive into the latest offerings, and we hope you find the perfect font to elevate your design projects this June.

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Inkbot Design

MAY 4, 2023

15+ Best Art Deco Fonts for a Classic Look Art Deco is a design style that emerged in the early 20th century and quickly became one of the most iconic and influential movements of the time. With its sleek lines, bold geometric shapes, and lavish ornamentation, Art Deco celebrated luxury, modernity, and glamour.

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Colossal

JANUARY 4, 2022

The Other Art Fair. Applications are open for The Other Art Fair’s 2022 schedule in cities like Los Angeles, Dallas, New York City, Chicago, Melbourne, and Sydney. Frankenthaler Climate Art Awards. digital video art, animation, film) or videos about visual works (e.g. NEW WORK from Prospect Art.

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Colossal

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Collection of the artist, courtesy of Ota Fine Arts. Massachusetts Design Art and Technology Institute (DATMA) – SHELTER 2023 Featured. Tawney Fellowship at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center. This fellowship fosters engagement with Tawney’s art environment installed at JMKAC’s Art Preserve in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 28, 2024

Consequently, she turned to COUR Design and asked them to craft a visual design that would grab the world's attention by bringing an enchanted forest to life on stage. We had to work on those two elements – the lighting programming and 3D video – to make it all cohesive," says Jonny.

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Azure Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2024

Defined by its delicate, intricately designed patterns , the art of Meenakari is a hallmark of India’s Rajasthan region. And while the breadth of programming alone ensures the building is a local destination, its expressive design makes the architecture itself a prominent part of the cultural journey.

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Colossal

MAY 1, 2024

The program offers two awards of $3,500 and four of $1,000. Submissions will be juried by Lauren Rosati, Associate Curator, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City and Maya Brooks, Assistant Curator, North Carolina Museum of Art. Thirty artists will be selected for a shortlist. Deadline: 11:59 p.m. PST on May 14, 2024.

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