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UAL student Shihui Li highlights animal extinction through sugar-spun folk art

Creative Boom

When themes of social justice are built into the curriculum, they become embedded into the wider picture, helping us to both imagine and realise more just, sustainable futures. Interaction Design student Shihui Li found a beautiful, original way to highlight the decline in biodiversity for her final year project at UAL. One of the best things about the design industry is that, in our experience, it genuinely welcomes all kinds of people.

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Buitenverblijf Nest: A Modern Cabin Escape Among the Treetops

Design Milk

Tucked away in the Hoge Veluwe National Park in the Netherlands lies a unique haven – Buitenplaats Koningsweg – for artists and visitors alike. The former barracks site has been transformed into a vibrant community where dozens of creatives live and work. Now, as part of an innovative project by the municipality of Arnhem, a series of 11 “follies” have emerged within the woods, offering an opportunity for guests to immerse themselves in the forest.

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SomeOne's new identity for Inntravel urges travellers to swap wheels for walking boots

Creative Boom

Self-guided tour operator Inntravel's new identity by SomeOne features a suite of fingerpost sign-inspired graphics and hand-drawn illustrations, helping to convince new hikers that it can show them the way. When visiting a place for the first time – whether it's an idyllic coast in Britain or a hilly landscape in Italy – do you really get the best view from a taxi or bus window?

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15 Best Luxury Fonts For Logos

Graphic Design Junction

Embark on a captivating journey through the realm of typography, where every curve and contour whispers a story. Here, luxury fonts reign supreme, embodying the very essence of sophistication and elegance. These meticulously crafted characters transcend mere letters, morphing into artistic masterpieces in their own right. From the sleek panache of serifs to the ornate flourishes of scripts, luxury fonts mesmerize the eye and bathe designs in an aura of exclusivity.

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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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People People demonstrate how to brand a drink that no-one can describe

Creative Boom

Thorntail Hard Argave is somewhere between a seltzer and tequila. Read on to learn how the Seattle branding studio made it all make sense. Ever had a drink that you found difficult to describe to someone? Frustrating, isn't it? Well, that's exactly the challenge that Seattle branding studio People People were faced with recently when they were approached by the company behind Thorntail Hard Agave.

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Vintage Branding: Reviving the Classics for Modern Marketing

Inkbot Design

Vintage Branding: Reviving the Classics for Modern Marketing In the fast-paced marketing world, where trends come and go faster than you can say “influencer campaign,” there's one approach that never seems to go out of style: vintage branding. Yep, that's right – those deliciously retro logos , packaging designs, and advertising styles from decades past are making a serious comeback.

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Agnesi Pasta Gets a Charming Bicentennial Makeover Worthy of a Wes Anderson Movie

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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The Centuries Old Art of Origami Inspired This Bluetooth Mouse Design

Design Milk

If the pleat-loving fashion designer Issey Miyake was given the task to craft a fashionable wireless Bluetooth mouse intended for travel – lightweight yet durable, sleek yet stylish, rechargeable with a long lasting battery – we like to imagine the late fashion icon might have conceived a device similar to the myAir.0 The Foldable Bluetooth Computer Mouse.

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Brand and Web Design Mastery in SWITCH's Latest Project

Abduzeedo

Brand and Web Design Mastery in SWITCH's Latest Project abduzeedo 0318—24 Discover how SWITCH's brand and web design innovates urban mobility with AI, featuring sleek, contemporary aesthetics and a focus on geometric precision. In the bustling field of urban mobility, SWITCH has emerged as a beacon of innovation, thanks to its groundbreaking use of artificial intelligence to streamline city movement.

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Adobe drops 2 game-changing AI tools for 3D artists

Creative Bloq

Firefly AI comes to Adobe Substance 3D.

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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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How to Counter Procrastination

HONGKIAT

Let’s face it, we all procrastinate. It’s that all-too-familiar habit of saying “I’ll do it later,” and then scrambling to get things done at the last minute. But it’s not just about being lazy or not wanting to work; it’s way deeper than that. Procrastination messes with our productivity and can make us feel pretty bad about ourselves. So, I’m here to share some real talk on how to kick this habit to the curb and get your life back on track.

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7 must-know tips for illustrators negotiating a book contract

Creative Bloq

We get some advice from the AOI on everything from advances to dramatisation rights.

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Elaborate Fragments of Line and Color Transform into Bodies and Landscapes in Lui Ferreyra’s Vibrant Compositions

Colossal

“Axis Mundi 3,” oil on linen, 72 x 48 inches. All images © Lui Ferreyra, shared with permission The deceptively simple power of line and color comes into full force in Lui Ferreyra ’s paintings and colored penciled drawings ( previously ). “I’ve been drawn to the figure and the human face from the beginning,” the artist tells Colossal. “The real subject matter of the work, however, is the breakdown of visual information itself.” Puzzle-like compartments,

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The best upcoming VFX films of 2024

Creative Bloq

A host of VFX films are coming out in 2024 that promise to be visually impressive, including Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Deadpool & Wolverine and Wicked. Check out our handy list of the biggest films and put some dates in your diary.

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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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These Funky Water-Free Shampoo Bars Are a Step Up from Bottled Shampoo

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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The new Godzilla Minus One poster is a well deserved flex

Creative Bloq

Celebrating big wins for a small budget.

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Manao Chocolate's Colorful Design Has All the Fun of a Childhood Art Project

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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Art director Rikard Ryberg explains why Alone in the Dark's horror is "grounded" in realism

Creative Bloq

The design inspirations and tech challenges behind Alone in the Dark.

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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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Keurig Announces Next-Generation of Pod-Less and Plastic-Free Brewing

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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It sounds like iPhone 16 could get big AI upgrades

Creative Bloq

But they won't be from Apple itself.

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Top 10 Golf Logos: The Hole Truth

Inkbot Design

Top 10 Golf Logos: The Hole Truth All right, my fellow golf nuts, let's have an honest conversation about logos for a minute. You might think, “Who cares about some little graphic on a hat or shirt?” But hear me out – a killer logo can make a huge difference in how a brand resonates with you on and off the course. See, a truly iconic golf logo does more than just identify the company behind it.

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Diving Into Expo West Trends in Shelf Life

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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Spring Flash Sale: 40% Off For Two Weeks

Azure Magazine

Spring is just around the corner. To celebrate, we’re offering 40% off subscriptions and single copies of Azure for two weeks only! In other words, there’s never been a better time to treat yourself to the best in global architecture and design. Get a copy of our latest issue , celebrating projects that centre social good, or, better yet, subscribe to a full year of inspiring content!

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Sara Green on running a 25-year-old agency and the art of letting go

Creative Boom

We chatted with the founder of People People and learned about the secrets of management, how to achieve work-life balance, and how to maintain an agency culture when working from home. You may have seen People People cropping up a lot on Creative Boom recently. From their rebrand of Washington State Parks to their branding for mixed-use development Kirkland Urban , we've been super-impressed with their work, and it turns out they've been around for quite a while.

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Anta Alek: A Contemporary Take on Retro-Futuristic Aesthetics

We And The Color

Anta Alek isn’t your average vector artist. Her work isn’t just clean lines and vibrant colors. Anta’s signature style blends the sleek lines of modern design with the whimsical optimism of retro-futurism, creating a visual language that’s both instantly recognizable and undeniably captivating. Anta Alek Illustrations For the past four years, Anta Alek has served as the Senior Illustrator at Omio, a travel startup boasting a user base of 26 million.

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Fascinating Portraits of a Young and Beautiful Pattie Boyd in the 1960s

Design You Trust

Pattie Boyd, born on March 17, 1944, inspired iconic songs and was married to George Harrison and Eric Clapton. Her influence is evident in hits like “Something,” “Layla,” and “Wonderful Tonight.” A renowned model, Boyd graced the pages of Vogue and appeared in commercials, meeting Harrison during “A Hard Day’s Night” filming in 1964 and marrying him two years later.

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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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Crafting Brand Brilliance: Niche Edits for Strategic Impact

Inkbot Design

Crafting Brand Brilliance: Niche Edits for Strategic Impact As you dissect the intricate layers of brand brilliance, uncovering the power of niche edits can be a game-changer in your strategic arsenal. Every brand relentlessly pursues to amplify its visibility and distinguish itself amidst the vast online crowd. The significance of niche edits as an SEO technique cannot be overstated within this context.

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Wildflower

Design Everywhere

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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Attico's Unique Branding & Visual Identity Unveiled

Abduzeedo

Attico's Unique Branding & Visual Identity Unveiled abduzeedo 0318—24 Explore Attico's unique approach to branding and visual identity, focusing on vintage style furniture and decor. A deep dive into artful design. In the vibrant world of furniture and decor, Attico™ emerges as a beacon of creativity and craftsmanship. Founded by the visionary Alejo Pinto, Attico specializes in bespoke, vintage-style pieces that seamlessly blend the past with the present.

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Design Everywhere

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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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.