Creative Boom

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock There are so many options that deciding where and how to work can be difficult. We canvas the opinions of seasoned creative professionals to help you make your decision. You know you want to work in a creative profession. It's your passion, and in the immortal words of Mark Twain, "Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life".

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Designer Daily

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In the 1970s, McDonald’s was at a pivotal point in its growth, and the fast-food giant sought to enhance its brand identity. To achieve this, McDonald’s engaged Unimark International, a prominent design firm, to explore a comprehensive redesign of its packaging and signage. This collaboration aimed to create a more cohesive and appealing visual identity for the restaurant chain.

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Spoon Graphics

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Follow along with this Adobe Illustrator tutorial to create a colourful gradient logo design. I’ll show you how Illustrator’s shape builder tool makes it easy to construct the basic vector logo design, then we’ll apply a vibrant colour scheme using gradients. Subscribe to the Spoon Graphics YouTube Channel Source File Download with membership The post Design a Modern Gradient Logo Using Adobe Illustrator’s Shape Builder Tool appeared first on Spoon Graphics.

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I Love Typography

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Read the book, Typographic Firsts This month, Steven Heller takes a closer look at the Exentrica font family. The post Steven Heller’s Font of the Month: Exentrica appeared first on I Love Typography.

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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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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 22, 2024

If you are a graphic designer, staying updated with trends is key to staying ahead. Using the latest free fonts and fresh typography styles can instantly improve your work and keep your designs looking modern and creative. One of the best ways to breathe new life into your projects is by experimenting with the new free fonts. Whether you’re working on advertisement posters, brand guidelines , or even designing a logo, fonts play a pivotal role in creating visual impact.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In the world of ceramics, 3D printing has revolutionized design and production, offering levels of precision that are difficult to achieve by hand. Whether one prefers the traditional craftsmanship of ceramics or embraces the modern advancements of 3D printing, the results are undeniably impressive. Among these innovations are the Haibu suspension lamps, designed by Vittorio Paradiso for Paolo Castelli , one of Italy’s leading furniture manufacturers.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Why we need sonic branding, plus get inspired by some of my favourite sonic branding examples.

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Spoon Graphics

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Unwrap a hamper full of fresh art and design tools with this festive-themed bundle! The Winter Wonderbox has everything you need—from frosty watercolor cliparts and shimmering textures to heartfelt greeting cards and fun ugly sweater effects. This collection is perfect for the holidays and will keep you inspired for Christmases yet to come. Don’t miss out on the 94% discount, treat yourself to an early gift… You deserve it!

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I Love Typography

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Read the book, Typographic Firsts How important are fonts in user interface and user experience design? You guessed it: they’re all but indispensable. It seems like an easy answer. Today’s UI/UX design is mainly focused on electronic devices and, more specifically, the programs (apps) running on these devices. Usually, the ‘interface’ of a device is a screen on which type […] The post Expert Lists: Fonts for UI/UX design appeared first on I Love Typography.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In today’s digital age, standing out in business means blending traditional professionalism with modern innovation. While the popularity of digital communication continues to rise, business cards remain a powerful tool for face-to-face networking and branding. The right business card templates can enhance your brand’s image , reflect your creativity, and leave a lasting impression on potential clients or partners.

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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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Graphic Mama

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Here’s a fresh look at what’s coming up in design for 2025! This year, we’re seeing a fantastic mix of creativity and innovation that’s sure to spark your imagination. We’ll go on a hunt for bold, abstract, and naturalist designs, cutting-edge AI tools, and so much more, all pushing boundaries and rethinking what we already know about design. In 2025, we will see new ways to animate ideas, revisit retro styles with a modern twist, and embrace clean, but sophisticated aesthetics.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Alebrijes by Shivani Parasnis using Obviously by Oh No Type Co., Art Director, Brand & Creative—Spotify We asked the creative community about the fonts they're excited to use over the next 12 months… and here they are. Read on to discover the typefaces that will define 2025's visual landscape. Typography is a funny thing because while it's largely based on fundamental, eternal principles, it nonetheless continues to evolve year after year.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 14, 2024

More AI expansion in Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and more.

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Spoon Graphics

OCTOBER 15, 2024

By adding grainy shading to your illustrations, you can bring your flat artwork to life with depth and the sought-after noisy textured appearance. In this Photoshop tutorial I’ll show you how to create a delicious donut illustration. Along the way I’ll show you my favourite technique for easily painting in highlights and shadows, and apply grainy shading effects with the help of my Grain Shader brushes.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In a world where creativity knows no bounds, the food industry is increasingly becoming a canvas for artistic expression. As professionals from various fields shift careers and venture into the kitchen, we are witnessing a remarkable fusion of aesthetics and flavor elevating the food industry to an even more sophisticated art form. This shift is not only reflecting the change in consumer tastes but also highlighting the ever-growing desire for visually striking food experiences.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Creating striking visual presentations is essential for any designer, and that’s where free PSD mockups step in as powerful allies. When you’re developing a new brand, creating a website, or simply need to present your design in an appealing way, free mockups can take your work to the next level. These resources not only save time and money, but they also enable designers to elevate their designs instantly without needing to start from scratch.

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Noupe

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In the last few years, the design of the UIs has shifted from flat 2D surfaces into the actual 3D environment and possibly progressing towards the creation of space interfaces. Such change is not only attributable to the evolution of motion design software but also to the changing ways of perceiving digital realities. Therefore, it will always be important for designers, developers, and users to comprehend the development of 3D and spatial-based UI design in the future.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Founded in 2022 by Andree Paat and Aimur Takk, Tüpokompanii is embracing an unusual approach. Blending local heritage with experimental design, the duo creates unique typefaces that push the boundaries of traditional type design. Based in Tallinn, Estonia, type design studio Tüpokompanii prides itself on a "mistake-driven" approach, thrives on seeking out letterforms' "unexpected qualities", and is a "design-driven" studio.

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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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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 12, 2024

Take your sporting designs to the next level with these impactful fonts.

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Booooooom

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Featuring the work of 60 fine artists and illustrators, this one has more images and pages than we've ever included before (nearly twice as thick as TT Vol. II). You can see a full list of all the contributing artists below!

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Fabric is as old as we are – some of the first and oldest artifacts found at ancient archeological sites were spindles and weaving materials. Cloth holds tradition, and this is the driving force behind Crafting Topographies , which features hand-embroidered wall art from Brinda Dudhat of Morii Design. This exhibition, which started in September at Salon Design and curated by designer Suchi Reddy , celebrates traditional Indian weaving techniques and it’s stewardship by women, centered in t

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 17, 2024

When it comes to creating powerful and memorable advertising posters, flyer and logo designs, fonts are essential elements that can make or break your project. The right font has the power to set the tone, convey emotion, and make your work stand out. Whether you’re designing for posters , flyers, or logos, selecting an impactful font is key to ensuring your message reaches your audience.

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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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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The international branding agency’s strategic and visual overhaul looks to reinforce the tissue maker’s leadership in the industry, and bring a modern tone to the 100-year-old brand.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A crowdfunding campaign has just launched for Margaret Calvert: Woman at Work, showcasing the career of the iconic British graphic designer. Editor Adrian Shaughnessy explains how it came about and why you should support it. Margaret Calvert is one of the biggest names in British design history. Now 88, she's famed for her groundbreaking work on UK road, rail, airport, and shipping signage.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The platform just got a big typography boost with the addition of 2,000 fonts.

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FlowingData

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Hey, it’s Nathan Yau. This is The Process , the weekly newsletter for FlowingData members. We look at the many ways to visualize data and how design choices can change a message and interpretation. I’m a little early this week. Given the topic and situation in Florida, I’m making this issue public. Hurricane Milton is moving towards Florida and expected to make landfall this evening.

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Speaker: Michele Berdinis

This session will answer business law questions that people are asking most during the pandemic. If my business can’t pay its bills, can my creditors come after my personal assets? Do I have to pay the rent on my co-working space or office? Can my clients cancel signed contracts? Can I cancel contracts for things I no longer need because my business has slowed down?

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 31, 2024

In the heart of Athens, Greece, a modest 538-square-foot apartment, named Kyano , on the 6th floor of a 1960s building in the Pangrati neighborhood has undergone a complete transformation, blending contemporary design (and the color blue) with the charm of its historic surroundings. The renovation of this compact living space, designed by Space is around us , includes a generous 215-square-foot balcony, addressing the evolving needs of modern urban living while respecting the structure’s origina

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The spooky season is upon us, and whether you’re crafting eerie invitations, designing creepy social media posts, or revamping your website for Halloween, the right fonts can make all the difference. Halloween fonts can transform any design into a chilling masterpiece, adding the perfect dose of fright or fun. From blood-dripping letters to whimsical witchy typefaces, Halloween fonts give your projects the haunting touch they need to stand out.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The Polish graphic designer’s multifaceted practice spans everything from big branding gigs to pin badges, with “no project too small” to take some joy from.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Ladna by Tüpokompanii From a sans-serif backlash to neo-retro revivals, our experts predict a diverse typographic landscape for the coming year. No one wants to be seen as a follower of trends. We all want to be seen as individuals, ploughing our own paths and pursuing our own creative vision. But let's get real. We don't exist in a vacuum, and we all need to be aware of what's happening culturally around us.

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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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