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10 of the best ergonomic office chairs to save you from the curse of back pain

Creative Boom

RH Logic 300 by Flokk. Image courtesy of Flokk Working at a desk can result in years of agony. But it doesn't need to be this way. Protect yourself and invest in your future health and happiness with one of these comfortable and ergonomic chairs. As creatives, we often find ourselves completely immersed in our work, sitting still for hours on end to bring our visions to life.

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“The Oak Echoes” by Photographer Stephen Ross Goldstein

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Stephen Ross Goldstein (previously featured here ).

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Spring forward: creative strategies to help your design studio blossom

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Now's the perfect time for fresh ideas to revitalise your creative business. We explain how to harness the optimism of Spring for your studio in positive and constructive ways. It doesn't matter how much clever technology we use to shield ourselves from the ravages of the natural world. Deep down, the changing of the seasons still has a real and measurable impact on our bodies and minds.

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50 Creative Vintage Badge Logos

Graphic Design Junction

Forget the fads, vintage and retro styles are here to stay! Their timeless charm and nostalgic wink resonate with audiences, making them design powerhouses. Amongst these retro gems, vintage badges reign supreme. These iconic symbols whisper of craftsmanship and heritage, a touch of class from a bygone era. They’re not just about looking old-fashioned, they add a layer of character and authenticity that breathes life into your brand.

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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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Rothko versus The Robots: How I learned how to stop worrying about AI killing our creativity

Creative Boom

Illustration by Paul Blow , represented by Handsome Frank Are you worried about the impact of AI on an artist's ability to earn money? So was Jon Cockley, a co-founder of illustration agency Handsome Frank. But recently, he's started to feel more optimistic. In this insightful piece, he explains why and shares his views on this controversial topic. As an illustration agent, the question that I'm constantly asked right now is, am I worried about artificial intelligence?

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Vertex 2024: gain inspiration from artist and director Andy Poyiadgi

Creative Bloq

The comic book artist and creative lead shares his influences ahead of the event.

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The new Spider-Man logo gives me high hopes for the animated series

Creative Bloq

Spider-Man: Freshman Year is still alive (under a new name).

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Oddval Text Typeface: Enhancing Typography & Font Design

Abduzeedo

Oddval Text Typeface: Enhancing Typography & Font Design abduzeedo 0313—24 Explore Oddval Text, a font family improving legibility for web and print, supporting over 220 languages with advanced typography related features. In today's digital landscape, typography remains a cornerstone of design, blending aesthetics with practicality. Among the latest innovations, Oddval Text emerges as a noteworthy addition to the Oddval Font Family.

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McDonald's tries to prove the Big Mac's icon status in ingenious new ad

Creative Bloq

Some burgers are more symbolic than others.

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Rebranding Strategies: Reviving Your Company’s Image

Inkbot Design

Rebranding Strategies: Reviving Your Company's Image We've all experienced that sinking feeling when you realise your favourite product or company has completely overhauled its image. The striking new logo, updated packaging, and fresh marketing campaigns can leave you wondering, “What were they thinking?” Rebranding is more than just a flashy new look, in any case.

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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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Yamaha SEQTRAK Mobile Music Ideastation Turns Music Into Augmented Reality

Design Milk

Even if you’re not acquainted with the latest and greatest in electronic music production gear, you’ve probably heard of the Stockholm-based Teenage Engineering , a Swedish consumer electronics company founded in 2005 by Jesper Kouthoofd, David Eriksson, Jens Rudberg, and David Möllerstedt credited for reinvigorating the synth industry with an aesthetic approach expanding well beyond one note.

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How to Increase Sales in eCommerce: Insider Secrets

Inkbot Design

How to Increase Sales in eCommerce: Insider Secrets Want to supercharge your online sales and leave your competition in the dust? You've come to the right place! This comprehensive guide will unlock game-changing strategies to skyrocket your eCommerce revenue. Get ready to dive deep into the world of digital marketing , customer psychology, and data-driven tactics that top-performing eCommerce brands swear by.

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Giant Robot’s Fifth Biennale Celebrates Asian American Pop Culture

Colossal

“Imagination” by Felicia Chiao. All images © the artists, shared with permission Returning to the Japanese American National Museum for the fifth time, the Giant Robot Biennale showcases a diverse selection of artworks from Asian and Asian American creatives. The show’s lineup includes an array of artists including Giorgiko , Taylor Lee , Luke Chueh , and others previously featured on Colossal such as Rain Szeto and Felicia Chiao.

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Traveling Light

Joe McNally

Traveling light, meaning not many equipment cases, is not something I’m known for. In my defense, growing up with film, there simply had to be more gear intensity applied to situations, just to carve out an exposure. ISO 5000 sounded like the name of a new planet discovered by NASA, you know, that one on the dark side of Uranus. Couple the work intensive obligations of film with the genre of assignments I often got, things could easily end up in the realm of “lots of stuff.” Al

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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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Midjourney may have just solved a big problem with AI image generators

Creative Bloq

A new tag generates more consistent characters.

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The JEFFREY Lamp Will Dampen Sounds + Brighten Rooms

Design Milk

When it comes to a room’s atmosphere, two factors greatly affect it: the acoustics and the lighting. After all, we do enjoy a space more when it provides an ambient level of sounds and thoughtfully placed lighting instead of a blanket of overhead fluorescents and deafening silence. The JEFFREY lamp , crafted by +kouple , addresses both of these issues with one single product.

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Retro References Meet Contemporary Style in an Ottawa Wine Bar

Azure Magazine

When Ottawa’s first market building opened in 1827 in what is now called ByWard Market , it kickstarted a wave of commercial growth that has only amplified through the decades. One of Canada’s oldest and largest public markets, it now serves as a year-round hub for shopping, eating and nightlife. The four-block radius around the downtown retail and entertainment district boasts the densest concentration of restaurants, bars and clubs in the city, making it a hotbed for tourists and locals

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Hoi Chan’s glowing editorial commissions conjure the colour and weightlessness of sea creatures

Its Nice That

The illustrator walks us through his tried and tested methods for creating dreamy and emotive work.

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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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The Fall Guy poster proves that ‘80s design is back with a bang

Creative Bloq

Cool guys don’t look at explosions.

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12 Best Sublime Text Tips and Tricks

HONGKIAT

You probably know by now that we are fans of Sublime Text. It might look like a very simple code editor , but it has a lot of hidden features underneath. After exploring it for a while, you might be surprised to find that you can do quite a number of cool things in Sublime Text. We went in and dug around for a bit, and here are just some of the tips and tricks that we think you would like to play with.

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The 5 worst Photoshop fails ever: From Kate Middleton to Nicholas Cage

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Who's in the Photoshop Hall of Shame?

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Wes Anderson Stans Will Love Nik Bentel’s ‘Grand Budapest Hotel’-Inspired Bag

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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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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"The most profound stories take years to tell," A day in the life of nature and humanity photographer Ami Vitale

Creative Bloq

Ami shares the lengths she goes to to capture stories, including how she dressed up as a panda.

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Protect Yourself as a Freelancer: A Comprehensive Guide

Inkbot Design

Protect Yourself as a Freelancer: A Comprehensive Guide Being a freelancer is bloody brilliant, isn't it? You get to be your boss, work on passion projects , and lounge around in your pyjamas all day if you fancy it. No more soul-crushing commutes or micromanaging supervisors — just you, your talents, and your undying motivation. But hold up, my free-spirited friend.

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Best Pokemon Go Joysticks for iOS & Android

HONGKIAT

Ever thought about playing Pokémon Go from your sofa? Whether it’s raining, you’re unable to go out, or you’re just too busy, sometimes you wish you could explore the Pokémon world more easily. That’s where special gadgets come in – joysticks that let you roam in the game without moving an inch. We’re checking out the top four Pokémon Go joysticks for both iOS and Android that still works in 2024.

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Trung Dong’s Aerial Street Photos Highlight the Fruit Merchants of Hanoi

Colossal

All images © Trung Dong, shared with permission Keen to capture the vivid, ever-changing landscapes of Vietnam’s cities, Trung Dong seeks out seemingly mundane activities that, when photographed from a unique angle or in the warmth of golden hour, reveal their exceptional nature. Based in Ho Chi Minh City, Dong frequently travels around his home country to spotlight the people and places that comprise daily life, and his Fruit ladies series is one such project.

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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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Knesko Skin's Witchy Gem-Inspired Line Puts the "Ritual" Back Into Skincare

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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Exploring -Isms: A New Horizon in Graphic Design and Illustration

Abduzeedo

Exploring -Isms: A New Horizon in Graphic Design and Illustration abduzeedo 0313—24 Dive into -Isms, a unique blend of graphic design and illustration techniques by Katt Phatt™ Studio, showcasing innovative visual ideas and concepts. In an era where digital art and design constantly evolve, Katt Phatt™ Studio presents "-Isms," a project that stands out for its innovative approach to graphic design and illustration.

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This Artist Photographs The Long-Haired Women Of Latin America

Design You Trust

Argentine photographer Irina Werning (previously featured ) has created a unique series of photos. Creative portraits of long-haired women have been her focus for 17 years. The project, “Dear Long Hair,” features children and adults with long hair. The author explained how the project began: “For indigenous communities, hair is the physical manifestation of our thoughts and an extension of ourselves, and the same is true for Mother Earth’s thoughts like plants growing and river

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Fun Flavors and Vibrant Design Make Superjelly a Protein Shake You Might Actually Look Forward to Drinking

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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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.