Creative Boom
MAY 22, 2024
London-based illustrator and animator Ke Ren has transformed the confusion she felt when moving away from Beijing into a glorious short film that brings letters, numbers, and symbols to life in new ways. Ke Ren has always been moving and relocating. As well as broadening her horizons, as travel famously does, it also led to some confusion in terms of the language barrier.
I Love Typography
MAY 22, 2024
Read the book, Typographic Firsts Although the tools available to typographers have changed quite a bit over the past 500 years, the underlying principles have not. Many typographic principles are inextricably connected to the human form — the length of our arms, the acuity of our eyes — these determine fundamental aspects of typography like type size, leading, and line […] The post Typography Matters appeared first on I Love Typography.
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Creative Boom
MAY 22, 2024
Barcelona-based studio Niceshit encourages readers to look beyond book covers and discover stories in new ways with a fun series of beautifully animated reels. What was the last book you picked up in person? And how many times are currently piled up on your to-read list? (No judgment here; ours is just as bad.) It's sad that how people browse and buy books has changed in recent years, with many stories going overlooked.
Inkbot Design
MAY 22, 2024
How to Improve Web Usability: 15 Tips & Tricks Starting with web usability is a good idea. In other words, making websites very user-friendly and easy to navigate is what it is about. Superb usability ensures your site visitors can find what they need quickly and complete their desired actions without hurdles or headaches. Remember the last confusing website you landed on?
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
Creative Boom
MAY 22, 2024
Somerset-based illustrator, Charles Bailey channels the likes of Quentin Blake and Spike Milligan in his naive, expressive artwork, which explores complex themes. Visual communicator Charles Bailey has always wanted to do something creative. Ever since he was young, he's had a passion for art. However, it wasn't until he looked into further education that he understood the possibilities in the creative industry.
Inkbot Design
MAY 22, 2024
How to Start a Website: 10-Step Guide for Non-Techies So, you want to create a website? Amazing! It’s the biggest leveller online. With just a couple of clicks, your beautiful thoughts will be read by people worldwide. But where do you even start? Don’t worry. Let me guide you through the step-by-step process of how to start a website, even if you are as knowledgeable in tech stuff as I am in quantum physics.
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Design Milk
MAY 22, 2024
As a graphic designer, House Industries has been in my life since the early 2000s, steadily releasing fresh typefaces that made their mark not only within the industry but in the daily lives of everyone, whether they knew it or not. 2024 marks 30 years of the design studio’s fonts visualizing brands from Hermès to Jimmy Kimmel, along with work from other designers who utilize them.
Booooooom
MAY 22, 2024
A series documenting the horse fairs in England and Ireland by Polish photographer Tori Ferenc.
We And The Color
MAY 22, 2024
As we accelerate into a digital age dominated by artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automated processes, there is an intriguing phenomenon unfolding: the resurgence and increasing value of handmade art. This counterintuitive trend suggests that the more immersed we become in a digital environment, the more we cherish and invest in human craftsmanship.
Design Milk
MAY 22, 2024
When London-based practice LOM architecture and design began designing retail banking company NatWest’s new head office, it didn’t anticipate that a global pandemic would eventually shift the way we would work in the foreseeable future. Over the course of the multi-year refurbishment project, LOM adapted to the new needs of the modern office and transformed an old building at the edge of London into a flexible, sustainable, and future-proof workspace.
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We And The Color
MAY 22, 2024
In a digital age where nostalgia meets creativity, BrandPacks has ingeniously captured the essence of the Y2K and 90s era with their latest offering: a vibrant set of 22 illustrated retro sticker vector graphics. This collection is a delightful homage to a time characterized by bold colors, playful designs, and iconic symbols that defined a […] The post Embracing Nostalgia with these Y2K 90s Illustrated Retro Sticker Vector Graphics appeared first on WE AND THE COLOR.
Graphic Design Junction
MAY 22, 2024
LinkedIn is one of the crucial networking platforms that connect millions of professionals worldwide. Users, in order to improve their LinkedIn experience, use extensions and mostly turn to Chrome extensions so that they can automate their tasks and streamline workflows. However, the LinkedIn platform does not accept all extensions. Let’s dig deep to learn about banned LinkedIn extensions , the reasons behind their prohibition, and the risks they pose to your LinkedIn account. [ Hide ] Tab
Inkbot Design
MAY 22, 2024
How to Use Targeted Content to Attract More Customers Providing valuable content to those we aim at is the primary key to growing any business naturally. When you demonstrate how your solution addresses their pain points rather than telling them, potential customers trust you. When trust is established, there will be higher conversions and retention.
Design You Trust
MAY 22, 2024
‘Tarzan’ By Kazutoshi Ono In a world often characterized by hustle and bustle, moments of pure joy and laughter stand out like precious gems, illuminating our lives and reminding us of the simple pleasures that unite us. What better way to spark a smile than with the antics of our beloved animal companions? The Comedy Pet Awards 2024 accomplished just that, presenting a delightful array of finalist photos guaranteed to leave you grinning from ear to ear.
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.
Creative Bloq
MAY 22, 2024
And it's a radical mashup of typefaces.
Colossal
MAY 22, 2024
All images © Kirsty Elson, shared with permission For Kirsty Elson , a sliver of driftwood or a scrap of metal is more than just a piece of detritus or trash. She sees a sleepy goat in some old nails and hunks of worn timber or a docile and curious donkey from rusty rods and brush bristles. Elson has long been attracted to found objects, giving old elements new life.
Creative Nerds
MAY 22, 2024
An exclusive photoshop brush set for Creative Nerds Premium members. This 16-piece grunge brush collection is a great resource for designers who want to add an authentic grunge effect to their work. The large-scale design of the brushes makes them ideal for both print and digital design projects. They can create a variety of textures, […] The post Premium members: 16 Grunge brushes first appeared on Creative Nerds.
Design You Trust
MAY 22, 2024
“Lightning Lake” – Tom Rae The 2024 Milky Way Photographer of the Year competition has unveiled stunning astrophotography capturing our galaxy’s beauty. This year’s winning images showcase the photographers’ skill and creativity, inspiring appreciation for the universe’s natural splendor. Each photo blends terrestrial and celestial elements, creating scenes of unparalleled beauty.
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Creative Bloq
MAY 22, 2024
Copilot+ Recall feature will photograph everything you do.
Its Nice That
MAY 22, 2024
The illustrator’s playful and profoundly silly fantasy worlds are “barely subjected to perspective or gravity”.
Creative Bloq
MAY 22, 2024
Mother Design’s Netflix Is a Joke Fest ads are a whole lot of fun.
Design Beep
MAY 22, 2024
While many understand the broad value of setting goals, few appreciate their profound impact on mental health. Studies have shown that individuals who set goals demonstrate higher levels of self-motivation, self-esteem, independence, and confidence. But what makes these goals so transformative? Let’s dive deeper into how a clear sense of purpose not only directs but also energizes your mental health journey.
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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.
Creative Bloq
MAY 22, 2024
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Creative Nerds
MAY 22, 2024
An exclusive photoshop brush set for Creative Nerds Premium members. This 16-piece grunge brush collection is a great resource for designers who want to add an authentic grunge effect to their work. The large-scale design of the brushes makes them ideal for both print and digital design projects. They can create a variety of textures, […] The post Premium members: 16 Grunge brushes first appeared on Creative Nerds.
Abduzeedo
MAY 22, 2024
Explore Yasbank's Dynamic Branding and Visual Identity Design abduzeedo 0522—24 Discover Yasbank's dynamic branding and visual identity designed by Pedro Renan, emphasizing financial diversity, growth, and positivity. Yasbank, a start-up digital bank designed by Pedro Renan, is making waves with its innovative visual identity. As a bank that promises to simplify financial lives anytime and anywhere, Yasbank's branding is crucial in conveying its positive and progressive vision.
Designspiration
MAY 22, 2024
Saved by Nathan Schroeder (@nthndesign).
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Communication Arts
MAY 22, 2024
Dennis Snellenberg and Dylan Brouwer’s site design for STR8FIRE immerses visitors in the world of gaming and NFTs with bespoke 3-D graphics and text animations.
Designspiration
MAY 22, 2024
Saved by Jethro Lawrence (@jethro).
Graphis
MAY 22, 2024
When it comes to conceiving the perfect creative, Brunner knows that inspiration can come from the unlikeliest. The post Brunner’s Bucktoothed Backyard Bandits Crafty Campaign appeared first on Graphis Blog.
Designspiration
MAY 22, 2024
Saved by froghand (@froghand).
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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