Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Often, the key to a visual identity is a clear concept developed thoughtfully. And the new designs for National Landscapes by Nice and Serious fall straight into that category. Never heard of National Landscape? Don't feel dumb: neither had we. That's because it's the new name for what used to be called Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). These are some of the UK's most special landscapes, with huge importance and potential in the fight against climate change and biodiversity loss.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

How Small Businesses Can Leverage the Gig Economy In today's fierce business landscape, small businesses must be one step ahead of the competition. One recent trend that has become prominent is the gig economy – hiring temporary workers like freelancers or part-timers for specific projects and tasks. With this approach, even smaller enterprises can level up against bigger rivals!

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Whilst most big brands have put products front and centre in their festive ads this year, Apple has gone for our hearts. Its Christmas spot, set to George Harrison's 'Isn't It a Pity' and with tender animation by Anna Mantzaris , hits just the right note for 2023. Kindness is always abundant around Christmas, but why does it feel especially important right now?

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Guide to Creating the Perfect Photography Studio Setup Welcome to the ultimate photography studio setup! Whether you're a professional photographer or an enthusiast, this comprehensive guide will provide you with all the essential equipment and tips to create stunning photographs in your studio. From lighting techniques to backdrops and props, get ready to elevate your photography skills to new heights.

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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

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

We chatted with Ed Little, director of the London studio Regular Practice , about putting design at the heart of strategy, how the nature of branding is (fast) evolving, and what agencies need to do to keep up. Ed Little has come a long way for someone who left university in 2015 with a BA in Politics and Sociology and no idea what he wanted to do. His initial foray into the world of design was through a creative accelerator, where he gained exposure to a diverse range of startups and consultant

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Don Norman and the Emotional Side of Design Design has always gone beyond pure functionality. The emotional experience of using a product can be just as necessary. In the late 1990s, design researcher Don Norman highlighted this critical insight by coining the influential concept of “emotional design.” Over two decades later, emotional design remains integral to creating products and experiences that truly resonate with users.

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Joe McNally

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

I’ve always called my life as a photographer as just turning the pages of the adventure book. Travel educates the mind and stirs the senses in all ways. The simple act of being in someplace different can be astonishing and provocative. An uncertain adventure to be had! Keep your wits about you! As Frodo said, quoting Bilbo, “Going out your front door.

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UX Collective

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

AI may be the most important technology of our time, but it’s not free of cringe. It’s time to poke into what makes us feel “off” about some of the responses we get from these chatbots. AI systems may not yet have replaced all of our real-world conversations, but they can be as tiring as speaking to an unfunny friend on a bad day. Recently, I found some screenshots from Grok on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter.

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Design You Trust

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Photography is an art that captures moments in time, and the 2023 International Photography Awards (IPA) has showcased some of the most stunning nature images that touch the heart and reveal the beauty of the natural world. The contest, known for honoring outstanding talent from all over the world, has announced its winners, presenting a visual treat that takes viewers to the most magical places on our planet. 3rd Place In Nature/Aerial/Drone: “Veins Of The Earth” By Robert Bilos “The rivers of

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

We're putting our years of experience to good use tracking deals on MacBook Pro, Air, M2 and M3. Whatever MacBook you need, you're sure to get a deal today.

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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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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Content Funnels: How to Hook Readers Have you ever felt you're shouting into the void when publishing content online? You spend hours researching and writing helpful articles or social media posts , but hardly anyone reads them. It's frustrating! But what if I told you that low readership doesn't necessarily mean your content sucks? The problem lies in how you're structuring and targeting your content.

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Design You Trust

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

The winners of the 2023 Environmental Photographer of the Year (EPOTY) contest have been announced, showcasing two outstanding photos and four more category champions. Environmental Photographer of the Year: “Black Soldier Fly Farming (I)” by Maurizio di Pietro The 16th edition of this competition, organized by CIWEM and WaterBear and supported by Nikon, MPB, and Arup, attracted entries from amateur and professional photographers from around 160 countries.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

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Creative Nerds

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

In this video Photoshop tutorial, we will show you step-by-step instructions on how to create a vibrant gradient photo effect that can be applied to any photo in just a matter of seconds. We will dive into the details of each tool and feature used in the process, while explaining the rationale behind each step […] The post How to create a vibrant gradient photo effect in Photoshop first appeared on Creative Nerds.

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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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Design You Trust

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Mario De Meyer is a freelance graphic designer based in Ghent/Belgium who specializes in typography. He works on diverse projects from all over the world and has collaborated with clients like Adobe, Bloomberg, Fortune, Inc., Ogilvy & Mather, IBM, Wired, Henkel and more.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

A great 2-in-1 with a bright OLED touchscreen for only £599? Please and thank you.

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We And The Color

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Streamline Your Presentation Process with Agio: A Comprehensive PowerPoint Template by Punkl Crafting a presentation from scratch demands not only creativity but also significant time and effort. This is where the Agio PowerPoint template from Punkl steps in as a game-changer, offering a robust solution designed to elevate your presentation game effortlessly.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Our team of Apple aficionados are tracking the best offers available this Cyber Monday.

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Design You Trust

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Electric scooters are a trendy and eco-friendly way of traveling around the city. They are used for commuting, studying, or leisure. However, few people know that electric scooters have a long history that dates back to the last century. In fact, electric scooters were first invented in 1915 and were used for various purposes, such as recreation, crime, and mail delivery. h/t: vintag.es During World War I, scooters became popular because they consumed very little fuel and were affordable for man

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Finally, a wholesome use for AI.

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Designspiration

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Beginners. - Russian Carpet: Daily inspiration, trends, mood board. Architecture, art, design, fashion, photography.

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Design You Trust

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Inka and Niclas Lindergård are a Swedish-Finnish artist duo who create art based on photography. They have been collaborating since 2007 and live in Stockholm, Sweden. Their work explores the relationship between photography and nature, and how they shape our perception of reality. They use bright colours and optical effects to create utopian landscapes that challenge the viewers to question their own expectations and cultural assumptions.

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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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Abduzeedo

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Revolutionizing Banking: Rebank's Bold Visual Identity abduzeedo 1126—23 Explore how Rebank's branding and visual identity is reshaping digital banking, with insights from top designers in the industry. In a recent initiative, a group of distinguished designers embarked on the journey to redefine digital banking through the creation of Rebank, a concept project aimed at transforming the banking industry.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

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Designspiration

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Saved by Albert Pranno (@chromanaut).

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Merry Christmas To You by Elena Boils It's Small Business Saturday this weekend, a timely reminder to celebrate and support independent creatives leading up to Christmas. To show solidarity, we have assembled a selection of festive cards by artists and designers – perfect to send this Yuletide to your friends, colleagues, and loved ones. Where does the time go?

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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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Designspiration

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Saved by Drew Pickard (@dpickard).

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

We've been tracking Switch deals for years, and this Cyber Monday is looking to be one of the best so far.

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Designspiration

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Saved by Tamas Velociraptor Horvath (@notwo).

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

I collect retro consoles, and these are the best Cyber Monday deals I'd recommend.

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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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