Moo

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As we step into 2025, design trends are evolving in bold and unexpected ways. The coming year promises a mix of nostalgia, innovation, and a deep connection to both the natural and the futuristic. From AI-driven artistry to retro revivals, these trends offer fresh ways for businesses to stand out in print and beyond. Here are the five key design trends to watch in 2025 and how theyre transforming everything from Business Cards to Branded Merch. 1.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Nature's beauty, fragility, and those rare moments when we feel at one with it are key themes for this Irish artist, who brings them to life through soft details and bold contrasts. New beginnings can be a fantastic source of ideas and creative energy for an illustrator. Mark Conlan is an artist whose journey began in Dublin as an animator. He moved to London for six years and worked as a graphic and digital designer.

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Spoon Graphics

DECEMBER 18, 2024

2024 is coming to an end, so lets take a look back at my tutorial videos from the past year and see which topics proved to be the most popular. Once again my Neon Light Effect Photoshop Tutorial from back in 2021 continues to dominate my YouTube Analytics as my best performing video, now with 2.8 million total views. Sadly, none of my uploads this year have managed to pull out any extraordinary numbers, my best performing videos are just about on par with 9th and 10th place from my 2023 roundup!

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 17, 2024

But it has a clever inspiration.

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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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Design Milk

DECEMBER 19, 2024

In an ode to his practice, noted Dutch designer Marcel Wanders modestly declares: Sometimes, when I think of design and interiors, and I trash the ignorant, the unthoughtful, the lazy and the tired use of white walls and under-inspired minimalism, I hallucinate and dream of a world, a design, a philosophy that truly builds on love, that builds on creativity, that builds on fantasy, and when I fail to explain my plan and try to express the urgency of my vision, I will proclaim vigorously that eve

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Originally from Denmark, Julie Solvstrom has become a leading light in Vancouver's creative community with her beautiful, organic approach to illustration and typography. In a world where synthetic imagery is on the rise, illustrator and typographer Julie Solvstrom has the antidote. That's not to say her style is traditionalit feels graphic and modern.

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We And The Color

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Ever wanted to see how your designs look in a real-world setting? This mockup from Moix Studio does that for you. It’s a fantastic Photoshop file for showcasing your artwork or posters. But first, look at the layout. It’s got three vertical frames. They’re all aligned neatly on a textured gray wall. What does that do for you? It instantly adds a professional feel to your presentation.

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onextrapixel

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Did you know theres more than one technique for capturing depth-of-field photos? There are actually several different techniques you can use to create unique styles of depth of field. The post 30+ Examples of Depth of Field Photography (+ Free Photos) appeared first on Onextrapixel.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 15, 2024

The Mumbai agency drew on the tradition of Indian miniature paintings to create an atmosphere that is at once notorious and hypnotic. Inspired by the tradition of making a perfect cocktail, Pass Code Only (aka PCO) is a one-of-a-kind cocktail bar located in Vasant Vihar, D-Block Market, in South Delhi, India. True to its cryptic name, the speakeasy-style bar grants entry only through a carefully guarded passcode.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 19, 2024

As an ex-advertising creative I have a unique insight into what comes next.

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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 Design Junction

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Typography is evolving rapidly, reshaping how we perceive and interact with digital designs. As we step into 2025, new trends are emerging to enhance user experience (UX) and interface (UI) design. This article delves into the latest typography innovations that promise to make digital interfaces more engaging, accessible, and visually appealing. Summary In 2025, typography takes center stage in UI design, focusing on modern trends like variable fonts and readability optimization.

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Design You Trust

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Joe Fenton is a British artist celebrated for his surreal, intricately detailed pen-and-ink drawings that merge ancient religious art with interplanetary iconography. His work blends Eastern and Western traditions, creating a timeless aesthetic inspired by masters like Gustave Dor, M.C. Escher, and Hieronymus Bosch. Before focusing on personal art, Joe illustrated childrens books and contributed to films like *The Brothers Grimm* and *The Hitchhikers Guide to the Galaxy*.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 15, 2024

How Tte de la Course embraced the concept for a special edition Trappist beer and used it to craft an object of desire Golden artworks gleam on deep brown glass. Meticulously drawn gothic ornamentation. A sense of quiet, craftsmanship, and quality. Corked and sealed with a classy black muzzle. It sounds like the brief for a luxury champagne or a high-end single malt, but the Eindhoven branding agency Tte de la Course has introduced a premium-level presentation to the beer market in the form of T

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 19, 2024

But can a hip hop-loving rooster save breakfast cereal?

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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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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The ultimate collection of creative Brush Fonts for posters is here to inspire and elevate your designs. Brush fonts are dynamic, stylish, and ideal for crafting unique posters that grab attention. Whether you’re working on a bold New Years celebration poster or an elegant corporate flyer, these fonts will bring personality and flair to your work.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 20, 2024

10. Larry Booth Shares the Places + Spaces That Captivate Him + More Larry Booths natural flair for design and architectural convictions have garnered him some 50+ years of professional practice where he has significantly contributed to Chicagos cultural landscape in addition to the broader academic arena. As the founder and principal/director of Booth Hansen, he has led by example proving that robust design solutions come from an open and organized collaborative studio. 9.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 16, 2024

This heartwarming preschool show is capturing the hearts of audiences, and putting Birmingham on the animation map. Children's TV has long been the saviour of exhausted parents, desperate for something to distract their little ones for a short while as they catch their breath. So, ultimately, you don't really care whether it's any good or not. But of course, it's great if it is, and you can enjoy it too.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Coca-Coola wishes you a happy hoolidays.

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We And The Color

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Beyond the Paper: Unpacking GraphyPix’s Interactive Resume Template Imagine a resume that doesn’t just sit there, a static piece of paper. Instead, picture it as an engaging, interactive experience, almost like a mini-website dedicated to showcasing your unique skills and personality. That’s exactly what GraphyPix has designed with this impressive digital resume template.

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Design Beep

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Black contrast is extremely powerful as an element of design. You can apply this approach to make a statement and turn your work into a timeless piece. In many graphic designs, black contrast makes it more dramatic and leverages the line of sight, which appeals to the viewer and efficiently conveys the intended message. Today, minimalist design, such as black contrast, remains strongly applied.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Designed by Kingdom & Sparrow, Delancia transforms South Portuguese wine into a design-driven celebration of landscape, culture, and everyday moments one illustrated bottle at a time. You know how half the fun of a good night out is the anticipation, the planning of where to meet on WhatsApp, and the dancing around to music in your undies as you get ready?

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 17, 2024

2023's best Sneak becomes reality.

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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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Design You Trust

DECEMBER 14, 2024

Kirsten Rothbart, a talented Berlin-based illustrator, creates intricate, imaginative scenes inspired by 90s cartoons, punk rock, and Japanese manga, blending nostalgia with a bold, edgy vibe. Her vibrant art, filled with unique characters and rich atmosphere, invites viewers to explore the details and imagine the untold stories behind each piece.

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We And The Color

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The golden ratio , also known as the divine proportion, has fascinated designers, architects, and artists for centuries. This mathematical formulaapproximately 1.618creates a sense of balance and harmony that humans find visually pleasing. From ancient temples to modern logos, the golden ratio is everywhere. But why does it still matter in todays design world?

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Studio Morfar and illustrator Doug John Miller worked together to create a fun but functional identity for the new home services app. Copenhagen-based design agency Studio Morfar is behind the identity, website and app for Yoderlay, a new offering coming soon to the UK that aims to seamlessly connect trusted tradespeople with local customers. The founders of Yoderlay imagined the app as a disruptor in the home services sector but were also conscious of maintaining a deep respect for both new and

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 18, 2024

I never thought the song contest would make me question the purpose of logo design.

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Colossal

DECEMBER 19, 2024

For more than a decade, French artists Louis Boidron and douard Egea have been collaborating as MonkeyBird ( previously ). The pair are known for their large-scale stenciled murals rich with symbolism, architectural structures, and elaborate motifs, many of which reach for timeless themes related to human emotion, experience, and the inevitability of change. “The Arch of Peace” is one of their most recent pieces and transforms the facade of an Aarhus building into a monumental homage

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Booooooom

DECEMBER 18, 2024

After careful consideration, we are pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Booooooom Illustration Awards.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2024

DesignStudio has unveiled a new visual identity for the global fitness franchise, focusing on its energising benefits for members. The world of fitness has changed hugely over the last decade, not least thanks to new technologies from the likes of Fitbit and Apple. But the tech giants aren't the only game in town. Other, more locally-based companies have also been revolutionising the way we keep our bodies and minds in trim.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Thank goodness the last one wasn’t the real deal.

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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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