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Qianhui Yu's surreal and inspirational illustrations shine a spotlight on social problems

Creative Boom

Stoke-on-Trent-based illustrator and animator Qianhui Yu is on a mission to highlight social problems and tell stories from new perspectives. She's doing this by creating imaginative illustrations imbued with a healthy dose of feminism. Originally from Guilin, China, Qianhui Yu has travelled around the world and settled in the UK to pursue her career as an animation director and illustrator.

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Eco-Friendly Design Tutorials and Resources (Round-Up)

HONGKIAT

Welcome to our concise guide on Eco-Friendly Design Tutorials and Resources! In an era where sustainability is key, we bring you an exclusive collection tailored for digital creatives eager to add a green touch to their work. Our guide features easy-to-follow Photoshop tutorials and an array of eco-centric tools, including nature-inspired brushes , icons, and templates.

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How&How Studio rebrand of Pachama helps shake up the carbon capture industry

Creative Boom

Pachama is a company at the forefront of removing carbon and restoring nature to our world. How&How Studio helped them develop eye-catching new branding, including some fabulous rainbow trees. Carbon offsetting has had a bad rep in recent years. Many environmental groups view the practice with scepticism, arguing that it allows polluters to "greenwash" their image without addressing the root causes of their emissions.

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Colorful Revolution: Casa Buondelmonti’s Vibrant Transformation

Design Milk

In the heart of Rome’s lively Pigneto district, Casa Buondelmonti stands as proof that color can lead to a powerful transformation, courtesy of Italian architecture and interior design firm 02A studio. Architects Marco Rulli and Thomas Grossi infused the quaint villa , originally built in the early 20th century, with a sense of joie de vivre. But this project came with its own unique twist – one of the clients was color blind.

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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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adam&eveDDB campaign highlights how the V&A has something for everyone

Creative Boom

It's one of our nation's biggest cultural treasures, but most people think London's Victoria & Albert Museum "isn't for them". A new campaign led by adam&eveDDB is attempting to change all that. Let's be honest. If you work as a creative professional, you probably like the idea of going to art galleries and museums on a regular basis. It's just that. well, life gets in the way.

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How to Set Good Sustainability Goals for Your Business

Inkbot Design

How to Set Good Sustainability Goals for Your Business Sustainability has moved from a nice-to-have to a need in the quickly changing corporate environment. Whether you work in digital marketing, web design , graphic design, or brand identity , defining appropriate sustainability goals goes beyond simply being environmentally conscious. It's about connecting with a broader audience that appreciates environmental responsibility, strengthening your brand's reputation, and future-proofing your busi

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WordPress Web Design: Crafting Stunning Websites with Ease

Inkbot Design

WordPress Web Design: Crafting Stunning Websites with Ease Are you looking to build a stunning website that captivates your audience? Look no further, as WordPress reigns supreme in website design. You've landed in the perfect spot to bring your vision to life and leave visitors in awe. With its user-friendly interface and endless customisation options, it's no wonder that over 43% of websites on the internet run on this powerhouse platform.

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Vertex 2024: Annie Clare on how to craft the perfect team for a video games studio

Creative Bloq

Lighthouse Games' head of people will discuss practical approaches to building teams and unlocking creative potential.

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A Long Island Home Seamlessly Blends Elegance With Functionality

Design Milk

Old Westbury is a minimal residence located in Long Island, New York, designed by Monica Fried Design , with architecture by Mojo Stumer. The interior design aimed to foster an ambiance of timeless elegance. Fried’s approach was to carefully select pieces that were both practical and stylish, deliberately avoiding trends or fleeting styles. Among the highlights of the home is a set of Brazilian lounge chairs by Jorge Zalszupin in the living room, setting a sophisticated tone for the remainder of

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The Creativepool Annual 2024 opens for submissions

Creative Bloq

There are four new categories in the creative sector's 'Most' award.

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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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BAUX and Tarkett Prove Synergy Is the Future of Circular Design

Design Milk

What if circularity was prioritized as a market need? What if companies stopped treating recyclability as non-value added? And what if floors, walls, and ceilings could play to provide a multisensorial experience for the sake of our health? In what could be the biggest advancement in circular design for indoor architectural materials comes a collaboration between BAUX and Tarkett – pioneers in acoustic panels and commercial flooring, respectively.

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You can get the brand new MacBook Air M3 for $399. Yes, really

Creative Bloq

Best Buy offers up a smashing deal that could save you $1,200.

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Future as Seen Through the Eye of a Paleontologist Dougal Dixon

Design You Trust

The future is unpredictable. Since the beginning of time, humans have tried to predict the future, but even the most advanced science cannot guarantee anything. Many people use fantasy to predict the future to fill this uncertainty. Dougal Dixon’s work may be the most intriguing. More: Dougal Dixon Dougal Dixon, a Scottish paleontologist, published over 100 books.

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I got hands-on with the new Instax Mini 99 and I'm seriously impressed

Creative Bloq

If Batman had a camera this would be it.

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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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Maite: A Fresh Take on Branding and Visual Identity

Abduzeedo

Maite: A Fresh Take on Branding and Visual Identity abduzeedo 0314—24 Explore how Maite's branding and visual identity merge Brazilian essence with innovation in skin care, featuring unique lettering and vivid iconography. In the world of branding and visual identity, standing out is not just an option—it's a necessity. Guilherme Sperb's project for Maite, a brand synonymous with natural Brazilian skin care products, exemplifies this principle beautifully.

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Cesar Mammadov's water paintings capture the poetry and beauty of everyday life

Creative Boom

Azerbaijan-based artist Cesar Mammadov uses his distinctive, photo-realistic approach to painting to capture the essence of ordinary moments and celebrate life's simple joys, often through the theme of water. Hailed as one of the most prominent young brush masters to emerge from Azerbaijan, Cesar Mammadov has made a name for himself by creating paintings that capture the region's rich culture with a specificity that invites viewers from all over the world to enjoy and relate to them.

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This Japanese Artist Creates Bizarre Thought-Provoking Illustrations With Gore Aesthetic

Design You Trust

Sara’s art would live where Junji Ito’s twisted narratives meet Little Thunder’s delicate aesthetics. Her mesmerizing blend of the grotesque and the adorable draws viewers into a world where comfort and discomfort blur. Each digital artwork features dimensional views of her characters in a modern, anime-inspired style. More: Instagram Illustrations’ palette combines kawaii culture and eroguro horror to create an enchanting world.

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Why The Most Creative Work At Night

Inkbot Design

Why The Most Creative Work At Night Do your best ideas come to you burning the midnight oil? If you're a night owl, you'll know that feeling of being in a creative flow as the rest of the world sleeps. There's something magical about the night-time that sparks our imagination and productivity in a way the daylight hours can't quite match. As someone who does their best work after dark, I'm here to share why working at night unlocks our creative genius.

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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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With wide-angle perspectives and “whoosh lines”, Jack Fletcher depicts runners at full pelt

Its Nice That

Himself a passionate runner, the Edinburgh-based illustrator wants to prove that illustration and sport are the perfect team.

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The Artist Continues to Create Controversial, Hidden-Message Illustrations

Design You Trust

Waldemar von Kazak (previously featured ), an artist, is not hesitant to make controversial social commentary through his provocative illustrations. Typically, the artist incorporates elements of fantastic sci-fi pin-up art into their unique, darkly toned drawings.

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JKR Grills Up a Meaty Redesign For Impossible Foods

The Dieline

Dieline is a global package design community and showcase of package design inspiration. We cover industry news, sustainable packaging news, design trends, and host our own packaging conferences, package design events, and Dieline packaging design awards.

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Remarkable Colors, Textures, and Combinations Characterize László Kupi’s Vibrant Portraits of Minerals

Colossal

All images © László Kupi, shared with permission One of the things that makes minerals and crystals so compelling is that we just don’t see them very often. While some like salt, quartz, and mica form on the earth’s surface, others are found deep within the planet’s crust. From prismatic pillars to cerulean tufts to lime-green nodes, the inorganic growths take myriad forms.

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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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Exploring Minimalist Web Design & UI/UX Trends at IND architects

Abduzeedo

Exploring Minimalist Web Design & UI/UX Trends at IND architects abduzeedo 0314—24 Discover how IND architects' minimalist web design and UI/UX trends elevate user experience with beautiful typography, imagery, and a classic grid system. In the digital landscape, clarity and simplicity often stand out amidst the noise. This is the ethos behind IND architects's latest web design project, masterfully crafted by the independent design bureau, VOSK.

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Midday Studios Refreshes Better-For-You Brand Everiday

The Die Line

Dieline is a global package design community and showcase of package design inspiration. We cover industry news, sustainable packaging news, design trends, and host our own packaging conferences, package design events, and Dieline packaging design awards.

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Creating a Compelling Marketing Brochure for Your Business

Noupe

Marketing brochures often determine the first impression potential customers have of a business. They shape customers’ perceptions of the company’s products and services. It is a powerful tool for grabbing attention, arousing interest, and encouraging action. Thus, marketing brochures become a kind of business card for your brand. At the same time, it attracts customers and leaves a mark in their memory.

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#barantwerp, typography_neon PHOTOGRAPHIE © [ catrin mackowski ]

Designspiration

Saved by Mike Heighway (@kenchikuka).

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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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How to Make, Mend, and Find Meaning Through Thread

Brown Paper Bag

A long time ago, I was on “book leave” from Brown Paper Bag… and sort of never returned. (Yikes!) Well, I’m happy to announce that the text and fiber-arts-focused projects I was working on are now a book available for pre-order ! Titled Threads of Treasure: how to make, mend, and find meaning through thread , it’s a craft book that examines the idea of treasure as it relates to textile art.

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Dribbble #type #drawn #hand #typography

Designspiration

Saved by Amanda (@herelivesamanda).

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Don’t Let Your Brand’s Voice Get Lost in Translation

Purple Rose Graphics

“She used AI and it just didn’t sound like us,” she said. I was in the middle of a one-to-one networking call with a new networking buddy when she told me this. The truth is, how you sound when you talk about or write about your business is important. Just as important as your graphics. A huge part of a brand is its voice. Every business has its own personality and just like each person has their individual way to sound, so do businesses.

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It's Nice That : ASOS and It's Nice That: Hawaiian Shirts #pattern #shirts

Designspiration

Saved by Giza (@unefillegiza).

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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.