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The Art of Suffering: honest photographs capture the brutal beauty of road cycling

Creative Boom

Road cycling isn't the gentlest of sports, as a new book by sports photographer Kristof Ramon (aka Kramon) lays bare with its stunningly dramatic images. For those who've been excited by the cycling at the Olympics, a new book by world-class pro-cycling photographer Kristof Ramon (known as Kramon) offers a visceral glimpse into the heart of this punishing sport.

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Illustrator Spotlight: Bráulio Amado

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Bráulio Amado (previously featured here ).

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Immersy: Crafting a Brand Identity for an English School

Abduzeedo

Immersy: Crafting a Brand Identity for an English School abduzeedo 0805—24 Discover how Revelatio Studio crafted a vibrant brand identity for Immersy, an innovative English school in Brazil. Explore the design process, from logo creation to brand strategy development. When Brazilian English teacher Giovanna decided to expand her freelance work into a full-fledged language school, she knew branding would be key.

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Harudot: An Undulating, Beachside Café in Chonburi, Thailand

Design Milk

In the coastal town of Chonburi, Thailand, a visually-enticing café named Harudot has emerged as a must-visit for coffee lovers near and far. The café is a clever blend of architecture, nature, and culture crafted by IDIN Architects. Born from a collaboration between the owner of Nana Coffee Roaster and the plant-loving landlord, Harudot is a fusion of ideas reflected throughout the design and ambiance of the destination spot.

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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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Hannah-Michelle Bailey’s whimsical drawings are like mythical memes

Its Nice That

Inspired by retro ephemera and media from yesteryear, the illustrator’s work evokes the nostalgia of a children’s book from the 70s whilst supplying us with some funny, reassuring one-liners.

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Jay Lichter Illuminates Stunning Colors and Textures in Macro Photos of Elusive Slime Molds

Colossal

All images © Jay Lichter, shared with permission For years, New Zealand-based mycophile Jay Lichter didn’t think of mushrooms as much more than produce one buys in the supermarket. But he began to notice how much variety exists in the fungi world as he learned to identify different species and appreciate their important ecological role. It wasn’t long before he started paying more attention to slime molds , which often emerge in similar habitats as fungi.

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A Pair of Fluffy Felted Lambs by Holly Guertin Spring to Life in a Wooly Pasture

Colossal

All images © Holly Guertin, shared with permission Two spirited lambs bound across a new wooly work by Philadelphia-based artist Holly Guertin. Inspired by a spring visit to a local farm, Guertin felted a pair of sprightly youngsters with striking detail. Pink lines their ears and noses, and their adolescent bodies are covered in tight, wavy fibers, all sculpted through a combination of wet and needle felting techniques.

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50+ Best Free Fonts For Poster Design

Graphic Design Junction

Poster design is a powerful medium for communication, whether it’s promoting an event, advertising a product, or making a statement. The right font can make a significant difference in how your message is perceived and can turn a simple poster into a captivating piece of art. With countless fonts available, finding the perfect one can be daunting, especially if you’re looking for high-quality options that are free.

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Lee Broom on the Creative Alchemy Behind His New Collection

Azure Magazine

During New York’s NYCxDesign festival in May, British designer Lee Broom reimagined the living room of his Tribeca penthouse (which functions as both a showroom and his personal pied-à-terre) to feel like the private sanctum of some ancient philosopher. Dusty rose curtains covered the walls while antique globes, hourglasses and stacks of books were scattered across the tables.

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SIAN Design Generates Modern Fine Jewelry Using Algorithms

Design Milk

Technology is becoming increasingly prevalent in the design world in ways we thought were impossible and/or strange in concept. 3D-printed furniture , augmented reality retail stores , and AI-powered coffee makers are just a few examples of how technology moves the proverbial goal post so that what once might have been a little odd now becomes the new industry standard.

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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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Xiaoyuan Gao sources inspiration for her typefaces from expiration dates, clock faces and stamps on eggs

Its Nice That

The Chinese designer started notyourtype foundry when she realised “it’s much more interesting when I set my own rules instead of following others”.

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Meet Begüm Tomruk: The Creative Brain Behind Marantz’s Next Big Audio Releases

Design Milk

Marantz audio products have long been at the forefront of high-end audio equipment. The luxury audio brand is known for building premium gear both inside and out, able to deliver among the best-sounding audio in the industry, while offering a stunning design and build-quality that does away with some of the traps that the rest of the industry can fall into.

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Bauhaus & Swiss Graphic Design-Inspired Poster Template by Blackcatstudio

We And The Color

In-Depth Review of Blackcatstudio’s Geometric Poster Design Template Blackcatstudio’s geometric poster design template is a sophisticated blend of timeless design elements, merging the avant-garde essence of the Bauhaus movement with the precision and clarity of Swiss graphic design. This template is an excellent choice for designers seeking a balance between modernity and classic aesthetics.

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Selected works by Cho Gi Seok

This is Paper

Cho Gi Seok’s photography blends surrealism with cultural symbolism, crafting vibrant portraits where nature and technology converge, exploring fundamental beauty and the evolving human experience.

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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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Modern Architecture in Blackheath & Greenwich Editorial Design

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Modern Architecture in Blackheath & Greenwich Editorial Design abduzeedo 0805—24 Explore the modernist marvels of Blackheath & Greenwich in this new book by Ana Francisco Sutherland, featuring stunning editorial design by Studio Blackburn. Studio Blackburn , a renowned international brand strategy and design studio, has unveiled its latest project: the editorial design and publication of "Modern Buildings in Blackheath and Greenwich" by Ana Francisco Sutherland.

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What Does a UX Designer Do? User Experience Design

Inkbot Design

What Does a UX Designer Do? User Experience Design Have you ever pushed a button and felt a little excited? Or breezed through an order process, thinking, “Wow, that was easy?” You just ran into the invisible magic of UX design. UX designers are the people behind the scenes who create digital experiences that work and are fun to use. They’re why you can quickly figure out how to use a new app, why some websites feel less overwhelming than others, and how tasks that used to be annoying suddenly b

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The value of graphic design services 

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Graphic design is more than just aesthetics; it’s a powerful form of communication and a way to connect and build trust with your audience so you can stand out in a crowded market. In a world where attention spans are shrinking, a well-designed visual can convey a message quickly and effectively. Professional graphic design services leave a lasting impression on your audience, whether it’s a logo on a Business Card or your Marketing Materials.

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Top 10 Coffee Shop Logos: Brewing Brand Identity

Inkbot Design

Top 10 Coffee Shop Logos: Brewing Brand Identity Today, we’re diving into the coffee branding, and I don’t mean some lame logos. We are talking about ten gold-standard, eye-catching, business-exploding visual designs that will make you say, “I want a triple shot espresso.” Your logo is not just a cute picture; it’s the face of your brand in a hugely competitive market!

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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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Get creative with this exclusive 15% off Photoshop for 3 months deal

Creative Bloq

We're working with Adobe to bring US readers a one-off, limited time offer.

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ERUPTIONS OF COLORITO

Illustration Art

Colorito is the term coined during the Renaissance to describe painting in which color dominates, and is used for sensual expressive purposes. The greatest example of colorito in Renaissance painting was Titian. Titian, Euopa and the Bull Titian's innovation with color may have been the result of innate talent. or perhaps it was the fluke of where he lived.

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Audi's EV logo change sounds a bizarre branding move

Creative Bloq

Why ditch of one of the most iconic car logos on the road?

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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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Dhalman is a vibrant love letter to retro Japanese game art and character design

Creative Bloq

Metroidvania meets shop management in this 90s-inspired blast.

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A Timeless Transformation: The Renovation of a 19th-Century Douro Nobleman’s House by Diana Barros Arquitectura

We And The Color

A Historical Gem in the Heart of Porto The historic house, originally built in the mid-19th century for a Douro nobleman, stands as a testament to Porto’s rich architectural heritage. Over the decades, this iconic building has played host to a variety of roles, including a luxurious hotel for emperors, a bastion for resistance movements, the home of the Oporto Film Club, and even a driving school.

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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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Jessica Hische, David Brandon Geeting, Zoë Pulley, Vanilla Chi: Tickets now available for September’s Nicer Tuesdays in New York!

Its Nice That

A lettering artist, photographer, graphic designer and illustrator walk into a theatre. What do you get? A brilliant event!

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Saved by Rune Toldam (@runetoldam).

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Beautifully Wired: Photographer Robert Tardio

Graphis

Celebrated photographer Robert Tardio has once again captured the imagination of the creative world with his stunning. The post Beautifully Wired: Photographer Robert Tardio appeared first on Graphis Blog.

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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.