Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It's the social community where you often find the funniest cat videos or epic fails. This week, Reddit saw the launch of its new visual identity courtesy of Pentagram. Still featuring its "loveable, genderless" mascot, Snoo, it shows how the platform has grown up since 2005. Reddit is an American social news aggregation, content rating, and discussion website (just in case you need the Wikipedia description).

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BP&O

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Recchiuti Confections is a San Francisco-based gourmet chocolatier that creates chocolates with unique flavour combinations. Using traditional European techniques, with locally sourced ingredients from Northern Californian farms and markets, Recchiuti’s chocolates have earned a loyal customer base and several accolades. After 25 years in business, Recchiuti sought the expertise of Manual – a local design studio – for a brand The post Recchiuti by Manual appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Pac

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In today’s era, artists and illustrators have more chances than ever to showcase their talent and connect with people worldwide. Etsy’s print on demand services have played a role in this, allowing artists to effortlessly transform their illustrations into products and sell them to customers around the globe. This blog post will delve into the advantages and possibilities that Etsy’s print on demand platform offers to illustrators. [ Hide ] Table Of Content What is Etsy Print on Demand?

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UX Collective

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

What were the discussions and suggestions proposed by our community in the last five years? Illustration made by Stranger Hellix. Imagine that you and your team have finally managed to build a Design System (DS) to be applied across various products. However, even after going through this process, you’ve noticed several different impediments affecting the adoption levels of the DS within your teams — both in relation to the designers and developers involved.

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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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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Ninety years ago in 1922, the Kiyomizu Elementary School first opened its doors to welcome a new generation of Kyoto school children into an era of modernity. The reinforced concrete construction stood representative of Japan’s breakneck efforts to modernize and integrate hallmarks of European design on a national scale, a minor monument in stark contrast to the traditional architecture that still paints Kyoto with an enduring historical climate.

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The Die Line

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

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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Its Nice That

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Prints, jewellery, ceramics, books, illustrated scarves, activist apparel, and even an egg cup shaped like Lisa Simpson – we present you with a list of our favourite creative Christmas gifts from independent creators, shops and brands.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The Chalon Residence is a minimalist house located in Los Angeles, California, designed by KES Studio. The renovation involved reconfiguring the layout and introducing new spaces to achieve a harmonious mix of traditional and contemporary elements, with a focus on converting an adjacent, partially-renovated property into a guest house. The peaceful atmosphere of the home is largely due to the use of neutral materials such as limestone flooring, linen draperies, mohair upholstery, and wool and si

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Houdini is the industry-standard VFX package that uses procedural nodes to generate incredible graphics, our pro artist reveals what it can do and how to do it.

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Its Nice That

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The campaign was partly inspired by chaos. And yet the visual identity has to be robust enough to work across countless countries, languages and formats. We hear how the team at Spotify grappled with this tricky challenge.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Our pro CG artist rates Houdini 20; improvements to rendering and simulations were expected but new animation features surprise and impress.

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The Die Line

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

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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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Building an Effective Small Business Website: A Comprehensive Guide Today, an online presence is essential for every small business. An effective website allows you to market to new customers, sell products or services, provide information about your company, and more. However, creating a fully functioning site requires careful planning and consideration of critical elements.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

In this Procreate Dreams tutorial former Disney animation legend Aaron Blaise reveals how he made his latest animated short.

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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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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Word of Mouth Marketing: The Power of Recommendations Word of mouth marketing, often abbreviated as WOMM, refers to any positive or negative customer recommendation about a product or company. It occurs organically in everyday conversations but can also be encouraged as an effective promotional strategy. This influential form of marketing relies entirely on person-to-person sharing rather than direct company advertising efforts.

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Design Beep

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Imagine yourself at an overflowing bookstore where there are many shelves full of books in various formats. Your eyes are drawn to particular books as you move through the aisles. What is it about these books, in particular, that appeals to you? Most of the time, the aesthetic book covers draw your attention initially. An interesting subject that explores the complex interrelationship between design and the human mind is the psychology of book covers.

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Colossal

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

“Soltar Papagaio” (2023), Itabira, Brazil. All images © Millo, shared with permission Italian artist Francesco Camillo Giorgino, who works as Millo ( previously ), has a penchant for transforming featureless walls into emotive, airy scenes. Floating above black-and-white cityscapes dotted with clouds and airplanes, central figures pop with color as they soar on kites or swings, haul heavy loads, or interact with flora and fauna.

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Design You Trust

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Gladys is a versatile artist from Taiwan who excels in photography and tattooing. Her work reflects her passion for the 80s, 90s, and 2000s, as well as her modern vision. Her photos are dark, sexy, and mysterious, while her tattoos are delicate, intricate, and edgy. She combines cyber-tribal elements, lace-like patterns, and accessories like chains and ribbons to create unique designs.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

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Azure Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Berlin’s Tempelhof airport was among the largest — and the oldest — in the world. After starting operation in 1927, the complex was rapidly expanded under Nazi rule, remaining the city’s primary civilian airport through most of WWII. Then, the site was handed over to American troops as the German capital was divided into four occupied zones in 1945, becoming the nexus of the Berlin airlift three years later.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Undoubtedly, there will be some days when you have a lot of work to do, but you get overwhelmed as you cannot find the right strategy to manage it. Along with this, you have to complete it on time before meeting the deadline. Thus, you have to be more productive and efficient while dealing with your work faster by eliminating all distractions. For this, you can have effective ways mentioned below that you should consider and get done faster with work at personal and workplace levels.

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We And The Color

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Revolutionize Your Branding Pitch: Introducing the LazyDazie Adobe InDesign Template! Hey there, fellow creatives, entrepreneurs, and branding aficionados! Today, I come bearing thrilling news for all those invested in crafting a powerful, unforgettable brand identity. Drum roll, please… cue drumroll Imagine this: You’re gearing up for that pivotal branding presentation, where every slide is a canvas to captivate your audience, an opportunity to etch your brand’s essence into t

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NOVEMBER 30, 2023

9 mins read In the world of graphic design, marble backgrounds have evolved into an indispensable tool capable of adding a classy touch to your designs.

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We And The Color

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

As an artist, transforming your passion into a thriving business is an exciting endeavor. Squarespace , a user-friendly website-building platform, empowers artists to showcase their work, engage with their audience, and seamlessly sell their creations online. Embark on this journey of transforming your artistic vision into a successful online venture with this comprehensive guide. 1.

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Abduzeedo

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Palette of expressions: Samji's vibrant portrait studies to illuminate your inspiration AoiroStudio 1130—23 In the diverse tapestry of global artistry, Samji, a freelance illustrator hailing from India, emerges as a beacon of vibrant creativity. His portfolio, a gallery of colorful portrait studies, showcases a unique blend of skill, emotion, and a palette that breathes life into digital canvases.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

It’s the perfect blend of silliness and nightmare fuel.

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The Dieline

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

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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Colossal

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

All images © Yuni Yoshida, shared with permission Gem-like limes, hand-drawn apples, and sweet stilettos are just a few of the subjects of Yuni Yoshida ’s vibrant photographs. Combining elements of design and commercial photography, the artist ( previously ) taps into preconceptions tied to the textures, shapes, densities, and ripeness of fruit and florals.

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The Dieline

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

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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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

This is a deal I was sure would end.

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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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