Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Branding needn't be about conveying a sense of innate perfection. People prefer flawed reality to corporate blandness, and here's a great example of how to design for that level of authenticity. Bettr isn't just any old coffee brand. Founded in 2011 and based in Singapore, it's Southeast Asia's first certified B Corporation and is committed to bettering our planet through providing holistic vocational programs to educate and empower marginalised communities.

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Spoon Graphics

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Access All Areas members have a huge collection of PNG photo film graphics to download this week, courtesy of Sickboat. These scanned images of real 35mm and 120mm analogue film allow you to achieve authentic looking film effects in your graphic design and video projects. Simply drag and drop to add layers of borders, overlays and textures and create a unique appearance every time.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2023

London and Hong Kong-based artist Celine Lau specialises in creating bright, cheerful illustrations that bring a smile to whoever sees them. We caught up with her to learn more about her creative approach and how living in two places has shaped her art. The illustrations of Celine Lau are impossible to miss. Thanks to their bold block colours and joyful expressions, they positively burst off the screen and force you to be happy.

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The Die Line

DECEMBER 18, 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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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 Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Animation studio Niceshit and craftsman Lobulo have released their fun festive film titled A Holiday Dream, which reminds people to be grateful for the unsung heroes that make Christmas possible. Christmas is once again hurtling towards us at a fantastic speed. And while there's still so much to do in the run-up to the big day, that doesn't mean we should overlook the unsung heroes that make Christmas possible.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 18, 2023

10. Amélie du Chalard Shares Her Gallery-Like Paris Home That Was Once a Library This stunning Paris home belongs to gallerist Amélie du Chalard, whose love of art and design has helped fill her space with treasures, new and old, from Fritz Hansen. After discovering the Danish brand, she fell in love with the designs of Poul Kjærholm, and over time, has collected a number of his pieces that now live in her gallery-like home, amongst other favorites.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Extraordinary Delusions and the Madness of Crowds by Jesse Wine Exploring the relationship between the physical and physiological, Jesse Wine often experiments with anthropomorphic forms in his work. Crafted from a multitude of materials including ceramic and steel, this piece also exhibits an oxidized copper finish with limbs emerging from a chunky bed-like structure, transitioning from a static to kinetic force.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Creatives react as the controversial merger is called off.

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The Die Line

DECEMBER 18, 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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Design Milk

DECEMBER 18, 2023

2023’s intersection of design and technology continued to include several popular categories of years prior, including decor-friendly home theater devices, stylish coffee appliances, and tastefully modern keyboards. But our most popular technology posts reveal what we believe is the growing desire for unbridled adventure heading into the new year, one unplugged from work, but plugged into the amenities of an electrified life.

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Advertiser: Issuu

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

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the bustling cosmos of typography, where fonts jostle for attention like stars in a galactic showdown, emerges a font that doesn’t just shine—it gravitates. Yes, folks, buckle up as we delve into the cosmic marvel that is the Gravita font family by TipoType. Gravita isn’t just your run-of-the-mill font. Oh no, it’s a symphony of solidity and finesse, a harmonious blend of classic proportions and the razor-sharp precision of modern design.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Getting started in Cinema 4D, the 3D modelling, animation and simulation software, can feel daunting. Our pro 3D artist breaks down what C4D can do.

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The Die Line

DECEMBER 18, 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

DECEMBER 18, 2023

20+ Tips for Instagram Growth & Followers Instagram has become one of the top social media platforms, with over 2 billion monthly active users. With its focus on visual content , it is hugely popular for sharing photos and videos. Whether you want to grow a personal account to boost your influence or grow a business account to increase brand awareness and sales, gaining more Instagram followers is vital.

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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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Azure Magazine

DECEMBER 18, 2023

From Milan and New York to Copenhagen and Chicago, we see hundreds of new products every year. The creative output is always impressive and inspiring, and choosing our favourites is no easy task. This year was no different. From Moooi’s eye-catching and exuberant Knitty Lounge chair to Richard Serra-inspired lighting from A-N-D, our top 10 product selects for 2023 made a lasting impression.

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UX Collective

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers. Spotify’s recent layoff of 1,500 employees, despite positive earnings, signals a shift in how we view roles like UX Research in the tech industry. What are the implications for professionals in non-business crucial roles like ours? What Spotify’s latest layoff means for UX Research → By Meltem Naz Kaso Coskun Editor picks An exploration in collective interfaces → From personal computing to computing environments.

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SpeckyBoy

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Serif fonts, those elegant and timeless typefaces, are the unsung heroes of the design world. They are like that dependable, creative friend who always makes an appearance at the right moment to add a touch of sophistication and readability to any design project. Serif fonts have a rich history and have been around since the days of printing presses.

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UX Collective

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Using the human attention system to design, measure, and compare hand gestures for XR experiences. What is a Good Hand Gesture in an XR Experience? And how to measure its success? As hand recognition has become more accurate, faster, and fairly reliable, Gestures are becoming the primary input in XR headsets. Still, designing a gesture with unclear principles and lacking evaluation methods can be tricky.

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Its Nice That

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Peachy book covers, surprising social media logos, and rebrands driven by Post-it notes, here’s to the graphic design stories that struck a chord this year.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 18, 2023

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Its Nice That

DECEMBER 18, 2023

This year’s top articles take us across the world in projects that immerse us in different ways of life, from the Caribbean to East Asia and New Hampshire. And, there is also a yearning to dive deeper into family and the human form.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Sometimes, the simplest ideas are the best. And this paper bag design for McDonald's in Norway, created by Makerie Studio , hits all the right notes. These day, it seems like we can barely look at the internet, whether we're using our phone, laptop or tablet, without being assaulted with flashy, irritating ads. (This website is, of course, a marked exception.

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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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Its Nice That

DECEMBER 18, 2023

From illustrations featuring plants to pets, and big characters in art and entertainment, here are the illustration articles that captured our audience in 2023.

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Design You Trust

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The 1980s London graffiti scene, not as organized or acclaimed as Banksy’s work, was largely a transient art form. Much of it, inspired by New York City street art, was erased or lost during urban development. Photographer Peter Marshall captured this era, offering a rare glimpse into the graffiti culture of that time through his photos. More: Flickr h/t: flashbak Angel Alley, nestled between two shops on Whitechapel High Street, is home to Freedom Bookshop, a historic anarchist publisher

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We And The Color

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Crafting Authenticity: Foxtrot Design Studio’s Artistry in Palone Ziarno Coffee Roastery’s Branding Foxtrot Design Studio ‘s canvas expanded when they embarked on the journey to craft the visual identity for Palone Ziarno Coffee Roastery. A small, family-run haven of coffee craftsmanship, Palone Ziarno prides itself on the authenticity of its craft-roasted beans sourced from the continents where coffee thrives, unadulterated by any chemical enhancers.

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Its Nice That

DECEMBER 18, 2023

With our first Nicer Tuesdays in New York and a brand new Q&A slot, 2023’s newly transformed events have been bursting with creative inspiration.

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Noupe

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In the dynamic digital era, establishing a robust online presence is essential for the success of any business. One critical decision that business leaders must make is whether to invest in web development, mobile app development, or both. Each avenue offers unique advantages and considerations, and choosing the right path depends on various factors.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Design roles are evolving, and your team must too.

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The Die Line

DECEMBER 18, 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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Abduzeedo

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Revitalized Branding: Rockwear's New Visual Identity Journey abduzeedo 1218—23 Explore Rockwear's innovative approach to branding and visual identity, as they team up with 72andSunny for a dynamic rebranding campaign. Renowned design and branding agency 72andSunny recently collaborated with Rockwear, a leading activewear brand, to launch a comprehensive rebranding initiative.

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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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