Creative Boom

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Crafting a visual identity for Picklewood, a first-of-its-kind pickleball club and restaurant, was a tricky proposition. Local agency People People explain how they went about it. In case you didn't know, Pickleball is a paddle sport enjoyed by millions worldwide. A cross between tennis, badminton, and table tennis, it's played on a badminton doubles-sized court using paddles and a hollow plastic ball with holes – also known as a wiffle ball.

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Graphic Mama

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Here’s a fresh look at what’s coming up in design for 2025! This year, we’re seeing a fantastic mix of creativity and innovation that’s sure to spark your imagination. We’ll go on a hunt for bold, abstract, and naturalist designs, cutting-edge AI tools, and so much more, all pushing boundaries and rethinking what we already know about design. In 2025, we will see new ways to animate ideas, revisit retro styles with a modern twist, and embrace clean, but sophisticated aesthetics.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In a world where creativity knows no bounds, the food industry is increasingly becoming a canvas for artistic expression. As professionals from various fields shift careers and venture into the kitchen, we are witnessing a remarkable fusion of aesthetics and flavor elevating the food industry to an even more sophisticated art form. This shift is not only reflecting the change in consumer tastes but also highlighting the ever-growing desire for visually striking food experiences.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 29, 2024

From soft and squidgy clay animations to technicolour tufted rugs, this multidisciplinary artist has found drawing to be the gateway to childlike joy.

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Speaker: Amber Asay, Creative Director and Founder of award-winning design studio Nice People

Understanding what trends are happening and how they’re impacting the competitive landscape is crucial to providing top dollar design strategy to your clients. With so many trends coming and going, it can be overwhelming to determine which ones you should capitalize on and which ones might not be worth the trouble. In this exclusive webinar with Amber Asay, we’ll explore graphic design trends that need to die, trends that are starting to pick up and why, trends that have come and gone, and how t

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Vile makes walls disappear right before our eyes.

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We And The Color

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Each year, new color trends emerge, setting the tone for interiors, graphic projects, and even fashion. As designers move toward 2025, several unique color trends stand out. Analyzing these trends offers insights into what might dominate in the coming year. From earthy, sustainable shades to bold, saturated hues, color in 2025 is expected to embrace both calm and vibrancy.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A homage to the designer’s digital texture pack, this multilayered publication offers a way for creatives to engage with materials hands-on again — bringing some analogue tricks back to the design process.

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UX Collective

OCTOBER 29, 2024

When designing for the web, adaptability is key. Different screen sizes, device orientations, and user preferences must be considered.

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Design You Trust

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Düsseldorf artist Volker Hermes mixes up historical portraits by hiding their faces. Volker admitted to using Photoshop to disguise people’s uniqueness by reshaping existing parts in the paintings. The Hidden Portraits series by Hermes critiques riches, fame, and social standing. As the artist noted, “Only the elite commissioned portraits.

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Abduzeedo

OCTOBER 29, 2024

DutchScot’s Minimalist Web Design: A Study in Clarity and Creativity abduzeedo 1029—24 Explore DutchScot’s minimalist web design, blending striking simplicity with insightful case studies for brand storytelling. DutchScot’s new website exemplifies minimalist web design at its best. This London-based design and branding consultancy created a streamlined, user-friendly platform that highlights five years of project work through in-depth case studies, each one detailing the thought, design, and col

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Brands must create and share impactful content to thrive, but they have less people, tighter budgets, and fewer resources to do so. Learn how to publish and market digital content with the same professionalism as organizations with million-dollar budgets.

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We And The Color

OCTOBER 29, 2024

This Calendar Template for Adobe InDesign is an Elegant and Minimalist Solution for Organized Planning This 2025 calendar template by ContestDesign perfectly combines aesthetic appeal with functionality. Designed for use in Adobe InDesign, this calendar design offers a modern, minimalist aesthetic that’s both versatile and stylish. The design aligns seamlessly with the needs of professional users who value clarity and elegance in printed materials.

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Abduzeedo

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Synthwave 80s Logo Design Collection: Retro Meets Cyberpunk abduzeedo 1029—24 Dive into Kenzo Art’s Synthwave 80s logo design collection, inspired by retro and cyberpunk aesthetics. The 80s aesthetic is having a big moment, and Kenzo Art ’s “Synthwave 80s Logo Collection” celebrates this era with fresh, nostalgic flair. This collection, designed for synthwave music artists, channels the bold, high-energy look of the 80s with a futuristic twist.

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We And The Color

OCTOBER 29, 2024

A Minimalist PowerPoint Solution for Professionals Designed by Rocketstill, the Evox presentation template offers a refined, minimalist approach to professional presentations. Developed with business presentations, lookbooks, and project pitches in mind, this template stands out for its simplicity and versatility. Every design aspect feels intentional, crafted to provide a sleek, uncluttered look that draws attention to content over decoration.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Four years in the making, Anfield Road follows a restless young man as he traverses the streets of Liverpool, fuelled by art, love – and the desire to escape.

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Speaker: Sean Adams, ArtCenter College of Design

Thomas Edison once said “Vision without execution is hallucination.” This statement applies not just to invention, but to graphic design. One of the greatest strengths of graphic designers is the ability to first develop a concept and then execute it to make it real. From visualization and ideation all the way through to actuation and execution, each step of this process takes skill and expertise.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Mechanical keyboards are no longer a niche trend – they’ve firmly established themselves, favored by gamers, typists, and remote workers for their tactile feedback and customizable designs. Leading this resurgence is Keychron , a company known for its extensive lineup of wired and wireless keyboard options that cater to both professional and casual users.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The most advanced iPad stylus is now just $92.99.

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UX Collective

OCTOBER 29, 2024

[This is an excerpt of my latest book ] In a recent X/Twitter poll over 200 designers responded to our question about what’s the hardest part of making good design happen: In first place, with 57.4% of votes, was working with other people. In second place, with 38.4%, was understanding problems, which emphasizes the importance of good user and customer research.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The design has a checkered past.

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UX Collective

OCTOBER 29, 2024

If you see something, saying something can help your team immensely Continue reading on UX Collective »

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The union says developers won't guarantee not using voices to train AI.

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Azure Magazine

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In 2025, the AZ Awards turns 15! To kick off the celebration, we’re launching our awards program early , with our Call for Entries beginning in November. This means that entrants have more time to put together their submissions – and well ahead of the hectic holiday season. Stay tuned for more details! NEW CATEGORIES We’re also introducing new categories, including our first-ever EMERGING awards.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The Yaber T2 Plus is a budget-friendly portable projector that can give you the big-screen experience wherever you are.

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In today’s competitive markets, how do you make sure that your content not only stands out but performs well? How can you predict whether certain design choices will result in clicks, engagement, downloads, and other drivers of ROI? Shutterstock’s Creative Insights Report (Q3) is your window into the hottest trends that are transforming the creative world.

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FlowingData

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Early voting isn’t coming in as hot as in 2020, but there are still a lot. For the Washington Post, Alyssa Fowers and Hannah Recht are using estimates from Associated Press to keep a running tally nationally and by state. There are 46.4 million early votes as of October 28.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Champions Tactics: Grimoria Chronicles is the game nobody wanted.

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This is Paper

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The new Berlin location of Acid Cafe, designed by Madrid’s Plantea Estudio, introduces a stylish blend of Mediterranean warmth and Berlin's urban edge.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

With $140 off, the Galaxy Watch 6 is at its lowest price ever.

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Download this free eBook to learn how you can create stunning typography, using the basics, such as placing text, to advanced controls like ligatures, variable fonts, effects, tracking, range kerning, and everything in between. Learn how to: Use Character Control to add variety to your font styles. Use Paragraph Control to manage spacing, alignment, justification and more.

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This is Paper

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Forever Studio is all about harnessing the beauty in process of creation—their objects emerge from layers of experimental decisions, bringing together elements that defy convention and invite reflection.

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Colossal

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Tucked inside vintage compacts are magical worlds of whimsy and mischief carefully concocted by Shannon Taylor. The Oakland-based artist ( previously ) transforms antique vessels into lush breeding grounds for fantastic creatures, spirited gatherings, and the occasional vampiric character. Taylor’s solo exhibition Night Market opens at Hashimoto Contemporary next month with a stunning collection of works that peek into the strange happenings occurring after darkness.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 29, 2024

I had a really ghoul time making these 3D models.

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Booooooom

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Andrew James McKay previously featured here Andrew James McKay’s Website Andrew James McKay on Instagram

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Speaker: Eden Spivak, Design Expert and Editor at Wix & Nir Horesh, Accessibility Lead and Senior Product Manager at Wix

When we design products or websites for people like ourselves, there are many others who are, as a result, left out. From visually impaired users who rely on assistive technology, to people with a temporary injury such as a broken arm, tech users are forever diverse and beautifully unique. The products we design can, and should, reflect the extremely wide range of human experiences and needs.

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