Mon.Jan 27, 2025

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From watercolours to Snakes with Legs: illustrator Beth Bennett on her work so far

Creative Boom

In addition to profiling established creatives, we like to keep in touch with new talent on the scene, so we caught up with Beth Bennett to see how she's found her first few years in the industry. Plymouth-based illustrator and graphic designer Beth Bennett is a fairly new face in the creative industries, having only graduated last year in 2024, but one of her recent projects caught our eye, and we just had to know more.

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The Super Bowl logo conspiracy just got even more ridiculous

Creative Bloq

Chiefs vs Eagles confirms the theory (kind of).

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Lazy Tan prioritises safety over sun with new brand by Derek&Eric

Creative Boom

The studio designed some shady graphics that show you can get a tan without the hassle or harm to your skin. There's nothing quite like the glorious feeling of a fresh tan. Your clothes look better, and your skin is glowingit's like having an added layer of confidence. Fake tan has existed since the 1960s, and tanning beds were introduced in the 1970s.

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The new Goldsmiths' Company logo is a roaring success

Creative Bloq

Heritage design gets a modern refresh.

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Let's Talk Trends: Designing for Maximum Impact

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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“Looking Forward, Feeling Backward” by Dadu Shin

Booooooom

A new set of ballpoint pen drawings by artist and illustrator Dadu Shin (previously featured here).

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Original art shows Black Myth Wukong character designs in stunning detail

Creative Bloq

Qi Yang's painterly illustrations highlight the strength of the game's characters.

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One.com 2025 review: the back-to-basics website builder

Creative Bloq

One.com lacks some key features but offers a great user experience.

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New York Nico, Bread on Earth, Daniela Spector and Chantal Jahchan: Tickets now available for February’s Nicer Tuesdays in New York!

Its Nice That

Were coming back to New York for our first Nicer Tuesdays event of 2025, returning with inspiring talks on documentary photography and filmmaking, editorial illustration and the worldly wonder of bread. Come and get some creative inspiration for the year ahead!

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Sniper Elite: Resistance review - unexpectedly compelling and moreish

Creative Bloq

A welcome, meaty and supremely playable mid-iteration dose of third-person Nazi-shooting.

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Cosy up inside Jodie Howard’s soft and nostalgic scenes

Its Nice That

Serene yet enigmatic, the illustrators paintings take us to quiet places shes carefully cut from the fabric of life.

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The Democratization of Design: Giving Creators & Marketers the Tools to Succeed

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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Torel Quinta da Vacaria in Douro Valley — Thisispaper

This is Paper

Torel Quinta da Vacaria, with just 33 rooms, doesnt try to impressit invites you in. Nestled within the folds of the Douro Valley, its charm lies not in grandeur but in the quiet pull of landscape and design.

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Dropbox's new brand identity website puts boring style guides to shame

Creative Bloq

It's an interactive playground of creativity.

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Learn leadership from Elon Musk

UX Collective

The antagonistic billionaire is the pinnacle of terrible leadership. Become a better leader by doing the opposite of Elon Musk.

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"Back yourself and your ideas": a day in the life of Founder Creative's Tom Gent

Creative Bloq

The Co-Founder & Head of Creative discusses taking a tailored approach to projects and the key to producing great sports documentaries.

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From Visualization to Execution: Exploring Our Strengths as Designers

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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Elroy Salam pays homage to Ataya, a centuries-old ritual of tea brewing

Its Nice That

The Ghanaian photographer presents the tradition as a powerful cultural experience that fosters community and friendship.

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NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 FE review: the new king of graphics cards for creatives

Creative Bloq

The 5090 Founders Edition is your new favourite graphics card - if you can afford it (and if you need all that power)

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Tré Seals on the role of type in social justice

Its Nice That

Following his exploration of protest and activism in Characters: Type in Action, Tr discusses the creative philosophy behind his type design and how it fed into his latest exhibition.

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I’ve been using this affordable 4K gaming monitor and I’m surprised by its quality

Creative Bloq

I love its crisp quality at such an affordable price for under $400.

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Rethinking Creative Workflows: Increasing Efficiency in the Design Process

As the design industry evolves, teams are facing new challenges and a need to produce more outstanding creative work than ever. Leaders must learn how to adapt their processes to solve today’s—and tomorrow’s—unique design challenges. In this e-book, you’ll learn how to establish your creative workflow and leverage the power of CorelDRAW® Graphics Suite to streamline the entire design process, from start to finish.

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What Are The Marketing Strategies To Generate Leads

Noupe

Every business wants to convert a curious browsing audience into loyal customers. This is why 6 out of 10 marketers adopt lead generation as their prime method, according to Hubspot. In this article, well walk through practical marketing strategiesboth digital and offlinedesigned to connect you with your audience and drive growth. From tried-and-true methods like email marketing to creative ideas like hosting webinars, this guide is packed with actionable insights to boost your lead generation e

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30 Free Wedding Invitation Templates You Can Edit Easily

Design Beep

When it comes to planning a wedding, the details can be overwhelming, and one of the most important (and often overlooked) elements is the wedding invitation. Not only does it set the tone for your celebration, but it also provides your guests with all the information they need to attend. Wedding invitation templates are a fantastic way to streamline the design process, offering convenience while still allowing room for personal style.

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“Don’t be discouraged if you don’t hear back”

Its Nice That

Were talking about reaching out to studios as a new freelancer. Katie Cadwell offers some practical tips to get your portfolio in the door in this weeks Creative Career Conundrums.

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KNOTS by Hermione Syrogiannopoulou at DL Gallery — Thisispaper

This is Paper

Hermione Syrogiannopoulous KNOTS, exhibited at DL Gallery in Piraeus (Athens), is a symphonic exploration of form and motion that defies categorization.

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Creative Insights: Data-Backed Trends to Help You Design Successful Content

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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Campaigns for a Better World

Communication Arts

Lew Willig, chief creative director at WRTHY, emphasizes using creativity to tackle social issues, foster collaboration, and create meaningful, impactful campaigns.

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HOME Arches: £3.5m artist development hub opens in Manchester

Creative Boom

(L-R) Sophie Mahon, Afreena Islam Wright, Darren Pritchard, Courtney Hayles, Lisa Mattocks, Gherdai Hassell, Venessa Scott. Photography by Jules Lister The groundbreaking initiative by Manchester arts centre HOME provides vital resources for local artists and creatives, including studio spaces, networking opportunities, and public exhibitions, all housed within three newly transformed railway arches.

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Bold, Funky Title Poster Templates by The Royal Studio for Adobe Illustrator

We And The Color

Do Your Posters Scream “Ordinary”? Unleash Your Inner Rebel with The Royal Studio’s Bold Poster Templates I bet its happened to you tooyou see a poster and think, “Yeah, I’ve seen that a million times”? It’s a common feeling, right? In an ocean of generic designs, standing out can feel like an uphill battle.

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Cyber Zombie by Taras Yoom Is Jewelry You Can Build + Rebuild

Design Milk

No need to wait for October spooky season is here with the Cyber Zombie collection by Taras Yoom. A Bangkok-based multidisciplinary artist, Yoom is known as the creator of Yoomoota , an ongoing universe of art that represents humanity through sculptures, furnitures, paintings, and now, jewelry. Yoom brings sci-fi dreams to life with this Frankenstein-inspired line, where each piece can be disassembled and reassembled into one sculptural form.

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How to Create Stunning Typography With the Corel Type Tool Kit

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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TAN Monday Madness Font by TanType

We And The Color

From Vintage to Vanguard: Experience the Range of Monday Madness Are you looking for something thats not just font? Something that has character? Something thats sophisticated but also a little edgy? Yeah, me too. It’s like searching for that perfect vintage jacket in a thrift store. You know, the one that makes you feel like you. Well, what if I told you there was a font that could do that?

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CASETiFY Is Bringing Andy Warhol’s Iconic Art to Its Phone Cases

Design Milk

Phone accessory maker CASETiFY wants to make its phone cases a little more expressive. The company has announced a new collaboration with the Andy Warhol Foundation for Visual Arts , adding Andy Warhol’s iconic pieces to CASETiFY’s lineup of phone and tech cases for the new Andy Warhol x CASETiFY Collection. The collaboration will see three of Warhol’s most iconic works being incorporated into CASETiFY products, including the Banana, Campbell’s Soup Can, and Brillo Box.

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20+ Best Wedding Stationery Templates for InDesign in 2025

SpeckyBoy

It’s no secret that weddings are a special occasion. There’s love in the air, beautiful dcor, and a room full of people ready to party. What’s not to love? Designers play a part in that joy when creating wedding print materials. Items like invitations, save the dates, and photo albums are precious keepsakes. They serve as a reminder to the happy couple and guests.

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Hanover’s Cultural Energy: How EIGA Redefined City Branding

We And The Color

The German city of Hanover is buzzing with an undeniable energy. It’s the kind of vibe that makes a place memorable. This feeling is not accidental; it’s the result of a vibrant community and a rich cultural scene. But how do you capture something so intangible, so inherently human, and turn it into a brand? Thats the challenge the city of Hanover faced.

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Web Design for All: Accessibility, Inclusivity and Beyond

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.