Creative Boom
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
We met Aino-Maija Metsola to discuss her signature style and creative approach to illustrating book covers. Last week, thousands watched as English writer Samantha Harvey was awarded the 2024 Booker Prize for her novel Orbital, one of the shorter winners in the competition's history. Its cover—a soft-edged, inky interpretation of space—was designed by Helsinki-based artist Aino-Maija Metsola.
Booooooom
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
A photo series highlighting the Equestrian community in South Africa by photographer and filmmaker Karabo Mooki.
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Creative Boom
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Bisel by The Designers Foundry The New Zealand type foundry has been offering quality, accessible and interesting typefaces to designers since 2012. We chatted with Daniel McQueen about how it all began and how they've carved out a niche in a highly competitive industry. From their humble beginnings as a simple Tumblr-linked store with PayPal buttons to licensing fonts to industry giants like Apple, Nike and Disney, The Designers Foundry (TDF) has come a long way over the last 12 years.
Design Milk
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Actor and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds’ office for his Maximum Effort production company is decidedly more coastal casual than Hollywood glamor. Michelle Toney, principal of Studio Paul Toney , envisioned a new workplace that prioritizes comfort in a residential-style setting. The designer set out to transform the space, which was previously the headquarters of a law firm that lacked the warmth and special details that bring added appeal.
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
Creative Boom
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
3D artist Jose Andrés García explains how he used Character Creator and iClone to bring the Spanish heroes of American independence back to animated life. The history of North America has largely been written by English-speaking people. As a result, the contribution of the Spanish people has been inevitably given short shrift. One group working to correct that balance is The Legacy: El Legado Español, which is dedicated to promoting Spain's legacy across the continent. 3D artist Jose Andrés Garc
SpeckyBoy
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Slideshows and photo galleries are a great addition to any video presentation. They serve as a storytelling vehicle and a way to keep viewers interested. You can also use them to transition to a new scene. These segments work wonderfully as the star of the show or as a bit player. Their flexibility is handy for product videos, documentaries, event recaps, and more.
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FlowingData
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Jesse Gwinn, from NOAA, was at sea on a mapping expedition and to pass the downtime between tasks, she crocheted a bathymetry blanket : I assigned 11 colors to different depth ranges: reds and yellows for shallower waters (~2,000-4,000 meters/1.2-2.5 miles), blues and purples for deeper areas (~4,000-6,000 meters/2.5-3.7 miles). Each vertical row contains two colors, illustrating the deepest and shallowest points recorded in a 6-hour period.
Its Nice That
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
This Hungary-born, Montreal-based creative who works across illustration and graphic design likes to have the trace of her hand in every project and piece she works on.
Brown Paper Bag
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
I’m not a knitter, but I sure admire it. But I do doodle, however, and I know how satisfying it can be to create something quickly. There’s also the opportunity it presents—to be inspired and remixed into a larger project. Jamie Lomax of Pacific Knit Co. creates Doodle Card Decks that feature a variety of patterns and designs—from botanicals to Barcelona and beyond.
Its Nice That
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Players can join Prince Areg on his quest to find a mythical bird in a powerful tale of self-discovery and resilience.
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Design You Trust
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
1st Place Winner: “Color Conversation” by Gleici Rufatto The 2024 Minimalist Photography Awards showcased the beauty of simplicity with striking images ranging from bold architectural designs to serene natural landscapes. By embracing geometry, negative space, and subtle elegance, these winning photographs proved that minimalism’s power lies in its ability to evoke emotion and inspire imagination.
Creative Bloq
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Even Elon Musk is mocking the new look.
Moo
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
It’s been a busy year at the office. Papers have piled up, and desk drawers are stuffed with odds and ends. As the end of the year approaches, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your workspace and give it a much-needed reset. A calm, serene office isn’t just nice to have; it can have a huge impact on your team’s productivity, creativity, and well-being.
Creative Bloq
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Heritage design gets a flexible modern twist.
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.
Press'd
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
We worked with our friends at Arni Paperie , to create Elizabeth and Kevin’s beautiful summer wedding invitations. Our Leone and Turner designs provided inspiration. The layout and fonts were drawn from the Leone. The hand calligraphy style is Sofia by Nicole Black. The gorgeous summery blues of the Turner inspired the color palette, and custom seaside liner image.
Creative Bloq
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The game's dev reveals how it's done.
Inkbot Design
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
New Jaguar Logo Design Sparks Mixed Reactions Logo redesign projects for luxury automotive brands require exceptional attention to detail and strategic thinking. As you'll notice, Jaguar's recent attempt has sparked heated debate. Maintaining the brand's heritage while pushing towards modernisation was the most challenging aspect. You might be surprised to learn that, according to design industry statistics, only 13% of major automotive logo redesigns receive positive initial feedback from their
Design You Trust
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
London-based artists Joseph Lattimer and Caitlin Derer create collectible art toys inspired by pop culture icons like Freddie Mercury, the Beatles, and Queen Elizabeth. Through their studio, Collectable Cities (previously featured ), they blend nostalgia with a creative twist, turning legendary figures into playful, miniature works of art.
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Colossal
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
From paper, thread, and gouache, Chattanooga-based artist Hollie Chastain ( previously ) combines ephemera and found materials into vibrant collages. Strips of paper are cut, woven, and stitched into playful, abstract compositions. The artist’s recent extraterrestrial-inspired series emerged somewhat by accident. “I was playing around with scraps and some abstract surface design, and it ended up vaguely UFO-shaped, so I ran with it,” the artist tells Colossal. “Green Vall
Its Nice That
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The design and book-making studio is putting narrative-driven documentary photography at the front of its print runs.
Design Week
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The Rest is Entertainment podcast doesn’t often discuss UX. But recently, host Richard Osman introduced a conversation about the media company Reach, with a short description. “People will know Reach without knowing they know them,” he told co-host Marina Hyde.
We And The Color
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Master Interactive Data Visualization: A Review of Victor Pascual’s Online Course Data visualization has become a cornerstone of modern communication. Victor Pascual’s online course offers a gateway to mastering the art of creating interactive infographics. Tailored for professionals and enthusiasts alike, the course simplifies complex concepts, making it an invaluable resource for anyone eager to elevate their data storytelling skills.
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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.
Abduzeedo
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Coelho Rocha Advogados: A Modern Take on Branding and Visual Identity abduzeedo 1120—24 Discover Coelho Rocha Advogados’ branding, showcasing a refined visual identity tailored to diverse legal markets. Coelho Rocha Advogados, a leading law firm in Northern Brazil, recently embarked on a transformative branding journey with Walter Mattos Design Studio.
Graphis
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The “Epson 2024 Calendar Spectacular” is a front-row seat to a year-long performance of movement, color, and. The post The Balbusso Twins Redefine Every Month of the Year appeared first on Graphis Blog.
Its Nice That
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
In line with the release of his new book, we spoke to Nicolas Heller about the origins of his widely beloved Instagram page and why he chose to create a guidebook that focuses more on storytelling than selling.
Creative Bloq
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
As one of the best all-round laptops on sale right now, this is a genuinely exciting deal.
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FlowingData
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Speaking of data blankets , the knitting club in the area I live has an annual tradition of making sweaters for trees in their downtown. One of the trees was wrapped with a temperature blanket. Each color corresponds to a temperature range. Each knitted row reflects the high temperature for each day throughout the past year. The bottom starts with September 1, 2023.
Design Milk
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
A ride that’s as seamless as the night sky is just an order away. Introducing the Pantone x Trek limited edition Project One bike, designed to propel your next adventure. This custom bike showcases the stunning new hues of Pantone’s Dualities Palette , transforming the frame of Trek’s Project One bike into an ethereal, cloud-filled snapshot of the sky at twilight.
Creative Bloq
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
The Acer Chromebook Plus 514 is a compact 14-inch laptop with a plastic finish, average screen and great keyboard
Design Milk
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Portable projectors are evolving rapidly, offering both advanced features and stylish designs. The XGIMI MoGo 3 Pro not only raised the bar for portable projectors with its superior image quality but also impresses with a sleek, functional, and portable design. The XGIMI MoGo series has consistently delivered excellent value, allowing users to enjoy movies and TV shows wherever they go.
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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