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Procreate user? This new brushes bundle will be right up your street!

Spoon Graphics

Brushes are a staple of any design resources library, they are important tools required for drawing, illustrating and creating interesting effects. This new bundle contains 21 of the very best Procreate products that contain brushes in a variety of art styles, discounted by 92% to reduce the price to just $29 for them all! All the assets come backed with full extended licensing, so you can safely use the brushes in all your design projects and even use them to produce merchandise and other salea

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10 of Our Fav Illustrators Using True Grit Texture Supply

Booooooom

I recently connected with a talented illustrator and designer by the name of Andrew Fairclough, who many of you may know as the founder of True Grit Texture Supply. I'm extremely impressed with what he's created and the sheer number of incredible artists using his tools speaks for itself. We thought it would be fun to tell each of our audiences about what the other is doing—Andrew interviewed me about Booooooom (you can read it here) and I wanted to make a post about some of my fav cre

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Mastering the Art of Signage Design

Inkbot Design

Mastering the Art of Signage Design Have you ever stopped to think about how much signage surrounds us every single day? Signs are an integral part of our world, from the brightly-lit logos beckoning us into our favourite shops to the humble restroom symbols offering life's small courtesies. They guide, inform, and influence our decisions in subtle yet powerful ways.

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IKEA and Raw Color Invite You to Embrace Vibrant Colors + Patterns

Design Milk

The psychological benefits of color and how it impacts our mood have been well-documented over the years. Color can be used to express our personalities, influence our well-being, and elevate our home’s ambience. Recognizing the power of colors in transforming living spaces, IKEA has joined together with Dutch design duo Raw Color , comprising Daniera ter Haar and Christoph Brach, to introduce the visually delightful TESAMMANS collection.

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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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David Huang brands a phantom bar with an ingenious nod to his favourite supermarkets

Its Nice That

The New York-based illustrator reminds us that bars and restaurants are so much more than a place to consume food or drinks, but a place of belonging.

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Armadillo Aligns With Studio GOSS for a Fresh LA Flagship Space

Design Milk

The world’s premier Certified B Corporation rug brand, Armadillo , celebrates the completion of their Los Angeles, California flagship and head office that has opened in the heart of the La Cienega Design Quarter. This is the brand’s sixth showroom, conceptualized by co-founders Jodie Fried and Sally Pottharst in collaboration with Studio GOSS , showcasing a subtle shift towards a more feminine aesthetic in alignment with its women-led ethos.

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ÆTHER/MASS Taps 3 Collaborators for 4 New Collectibles

Design Milk

Davy Grosemans’ ÆTHER/MASS design studio exists to create unique, experimental collaborations between designers and makers who use materials and production techniques with innovation. Akin to their other pieces, these four new objects being released today at the Collectible fair in Brussels buck trends and logic in favor of interesting works with exceptional attention to detail and finishing.

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Partner modelling: heuristic criteria for LLMs

UX Collective

Interaction design & the traits of LLMs I’m OK You’re OK Interaction design might be coming into focus soon for the design of generative AI. This week Claude 3 is reaping praise for its personality and affective realism. Two weeks ago, it was groq and its near-realtime speed of responses. We are increasingly, and with some inevitability, appreciating the stylistic presence of generative AI.

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Top 10 Best Cereal Mascots of All Time

Inkbot Design

Top 10 Best Cereal Mascots of All Time Ah, cereal mascots – those delightfully whimsical characters that have been part of our breakfast routine for generations. From the iconic Tony the Tiger to the mischievous Trix Rabbit, these lovable creatures have become ingrained in our childhood memories. But let's be honest, some stand out more than others, capturing our hearts and taste buds in ways that can only be described as genuinely grr-eat!

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The new Adobe Express app is a game-changer for content creators

Creative Bloq

Firefly AI comes to iOS and Android.

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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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Trend Preview: Earthy Neutrals Convey Quiet Luxury at Salone del Mobile 2024

Azure Magazine

In the weeks before Milan Design Week 2024 and its major event – Salone del Mobile – manufacturers are beginning to show their cards. Their latest collections are hinting at a quiet luxury trend (although what is minimal modernism if not quiet luxury?). This April , furnishings in muted browns, beiges and greens promise to deliver coziness and warmth.

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Brad Walls Unveils “Displaced”: A Haunting Exploration of Displacement

We And The Color

A Duality of Emotions: Walls’ “Displaced” Explores the Weight of Displacement Acclaimed photographer Brad Walls unveils his latest project, “ Displaced ,” a thought-provoking series exploring the emotional turmoil of displacement. Following his widely lauded “Pools From Above” in 2022, Walls delves into a new territory: the Don Kohl Football Stadium in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.

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Vertex 2024: learn how to build worlds in concept art with Anna Hollinrake

Creative Bloq

The award-winning art director will share tips on how to confront a blank sheet of paper.

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Talented Polish Illustrator Ada Zieli?ska Blends Contemporary and Retro Styles in Her Art

Design You Trust

A Polish illustrator and graphic designer, Ada ZieliĹ„ska is a talented individual. Using a variety of styles, she combines contemporary aesthetics with the sentimentality of the 1970s and 1980s in her work. She does not deny her passion for analogue techniques and makes use of them whenever the opportunity presents itself, despite the fact that the majority of Ada’s artwork is created in a digital environment.

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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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UX Storyboards

Interaction Design Foundation

In user experience design, we use techniques like workshops and interviews to understand users. We turn our research into user stories and process flows. We use personas and wireframes to share our ideas with our teams. But it’s important to remember the real people we design for. We need to know what happens in their lives. We must see how our product can improve their lives.

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CDK Dancers Deliver a Mesmerizing ’70s Inspired Performance to Gotye’s Iconic 2010s Hit

Colossal

 If you were anywhere near a radio in the early 2010s, odds are you’re familiar with Gotye’s “Somebody That I Used to Know.” The ballad rose to popularity as it topped international charts and won awards, and today, the complicated love song boasts more than 1.6 billion streams on Spotify alone. Over a decade after its release, CDK Company revisited the hit, choreographing a dance performance that’s just as iconic as the track’s original stop-motion music vi

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Shouter App Design: Mastering UI/UX in Service Marketplace

Abduzeedo

Shouter App Design: Mastering UI/UX in Service Marketplace abduzeedo 0307—24 Dive into the Shouter app’s UI/UX design journey, a marketplace connecting users with local services, crafted by Lorenzo Rodriguez. Discover app design brilliance. In the digital age, finding local help for everyday tasks has transformed with Shouter, a mobile app designed by the talented Lorenzo Rodriguez.

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Bodegas Jacques & Cie Wine Puts an Elegant Mexican Spin on Classic French Design

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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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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Elevating Digital Product Design: Insights and Innovations for the Modern Age

Design Beep

As the digital world continues to transform at a breakneck pace, the mastery of crafting compelling digital products stands out as a crucial determinant of success. This demands a holistic approach to digital product design, blending insight, innovation, and creativity. Understanding the Foundations of Digital Product Design Effective digital product design hinges on three core principles: organization, trust, and alignment.

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Streamline Your Brand Identity with a Customizable Poster Template

We And The Color

Brand the Walls: Showcase Your Identity with a Customizable Poster Template from TemplatesForest For many creatives and business owners, crafting a strong brand identity can feel like a daunting task. But what if there was a tool that could help you present your brand guidelines in a stylish and informative way? The team at TemplatesForest has created a brand identity guidelines poster template that is both easy to use and fully customizable.

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Bold Snacks Does Their Name Justice with a Surreally Psychedelic Protein Bar Design

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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The Sabbatical Surge: Extending PTO for Personal Growth and Exploration

Noupe

Are you feeling burnt out and in need of a break? Imagine this: you’ve been working tirelessly for years, and now you have the opportunity to take a sabbatical. “The Sabbatical Surge: Extending PTO for Personal Growth and Exploration” is your guide to making the most of this time off. In this book, we will explore the importance of sabbaticals and how they can contribute to your personal growth and exploration.

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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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Illustrator Albina Kolesnichenko Promotes Social Change and Ukraine’s Independence Through Her Work

Design You Trust

Ukrainian illustrator Albina Kolesnichenko was born in Hradec Králové, Czech Republic, in 1994. She was raised in the historic city of Chernihiv, and she considers Ukraine to be her motherland. Albina started her artistic career in the Ukraine. At National University, she majored in sculpture and fine arts. Since 2016, illustration has been a professional endeavor and a lifelong passion.

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How does leveraging Agile methodologies and its tools pave to SEO Excellence?

Noupe

The online business world is always competitive and the ways to find success demand you to do everything you can to attract some spotlights. Why is it so important? You might wonder here. Think about it. The only way for any business or marketer to generate a sustaining profit is for consumers to use the services or purchase the products. The more people are aware of your business, the more chances that those people will become customers.

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7 key iPhone camera functions you should know about

Creative Bloq

An expert shares the top tips everyone should learn.

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This Mineral-Infused Gum Makes It Easier Than Ever to Remember to Take Vitamins

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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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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Printed books are here to stay: here's how to compete with digital saturation

Creative Bloq

Industry players need to cut through the noise.

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Quadraft Brewing's Nature-Inspired Design Turns Drinking Into a Night at the Museum

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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Sweaty Betty's rebrand is exactly what I need from the fitness industry

Creative Bloq

Empowering and motivational. for real.

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Unique Branding and Visual Identity by Edge Studio

Abduzeedo

Unique Branding and Visual Identity by Edge Studio abduzeedo 0307—24 Explore Edge Studio's approach to branding and visual identity, embodying minimalist architecture and Bauhaus-inspired design for standout elegance. In the realm of design, achieving a balance between elegance and functionality is an art form. This is precisely what Edge Studio has mastered with its latest branding and logo project, led by the talented Pedro Garcia.

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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.