Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 10, 2023

The calendar turns its pages to 2024, the ever-evolving landscape of visual design propels us into an exciting era of innovation and creativity. Anticipate a convergence of cutting-edge technologies, societal shifts, and artistic expressions that will define the visual trends of the year. In this exploration, we unveil the top 10 visual trends for 2024 that are poised to captivate our senses and redefine the way we perceive the world.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Criticism stings, but would the profession be worse off without it? We canvass opinions from up and down the design industry. You've poured your heart and soul into a graphic design project. Now, finally, it's out in the world. You sit back nervously, hoping for universal praise for your hard work. But instead, you get a steady drip-drip of criticism.

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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 10, 2023

20+ Creative Envelope Design Ideas That Stand Out Opening an envelope can be an exciting experience, especially when the envelope catches your attention even before you see the contents inside. You can transform an ordinary envelope into an extraordinary mail piece with creative thinking and clever design techniques. This guide explores innovative envelope design ideas to make your envelopes pop so your recipients take notice as soon as your mail hits their mailbox.

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Creative Bloq

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Natasha Tenggoro tells us about her day, from making meetings fun to launching Figma's new AI tools.

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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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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 13, 2023

What visual trends will 2024 bring? Image licensed via Adobe Stock Want to know what 2024 will look like? Us too! So we spoke to the experts at JDO , and they've identified six visual themes to watch out for – all guided by recent cultural shifts. When you work as a graphic designer, your stock-in-trade focuses on the details. That kerning has to be spot-on.

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Spoon Graphics

DECEMBER 11, 2023

The new AI powered Generative Fill has quickly become my most used tool in Adobe Photoshop to quickly change the background of my photos. Take this one for example, it’s a boring iPhone photo of my truck after a recent flurry of snow, but with a quick AI background swap it’s suddenly teleported from an empty car park to a picturesque lake with snow capped mountains.

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BP&O

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It’s all well and good for a design agency to make some wild, boundary-pushing, all-singing all-dancing work for things like Gen Z healthcare products; or ‘top shelf’ spirits; or craft beer. But most client projects aren’t going to be the sort of thing that merits bright orange and typography that dances around the boundaries of legibility. And arguably, it’s those The post Hometree by How&How appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Brooklyn-based CG artist and creative director Haruko Hayakawa specialises in creating stunning, bizarre visuals which tackle consumer culture, brands and nostalgia. We caught up with her to learn more about her work, and how a non-linear career has paid off. For as long as she can remember, Haruko Hayakawa has always been drawn to art and the act of creation, whether that was drawings, sewing or exploring digital art.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 13, 2023

“Just as the history of the world is filled with misery and suffering and war and disease, the history of printing and book design is mostly filled with garbage,” says Michael Russem , book artist and Visiting Curator of Graphic Design at the Katherine Small Gallery, near Boston, which is currently showcasing the iconic work of designer Janet Halverson.

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Discover a meticulously curated collection of best Procreate brushes tailored for painting, sketching, and drawing enthusiasts. This comprehensive assortment comprises realistic paint brushes, Procreate brushes , stroke brushes, watercolor brushes, stipple brushes, textures, splatters, blenders, and pencil brushes, offering a diverse range of tools for illustration.

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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 10, 2023

10 Tips to Bag Your First Graphic Design Gig So, you want to break into the world of graphic design ? As a newcomer, landing that crucial first client can seem daunting. But fear not! You can kickstart your freelance graphic design career with strategic planning and persistent effort. In this comprehensive guide, I'll walk you through my top tips for turning your graphic design dreams into a reality.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Eastbourne-based illustrator Beth Tibbles specialises in creating colourful illustrations brimming with joy and humour. We caught up with her to learn more about her journey so far, how she looped back into illustration, and what it's like to go freelance. For Beth Tibbles, drawing has been a life-long passion. Having been scribbling away ever since she can remember, she went on to study illustration at college before completing a degree at the University of Westminster.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 13, 2023

You’ve probably heard of carbon neutral constructions – architectural projects promoted by designers, builders, and developers as a proactive countermeasure to the carbon emittance tied to new constructions and their lifelong impact upon a site. Such projects require a balancing act of calculations, costs, and choices made from start to completion.

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Explore a collection of 50 best logo of 2023, logo design concepts, and inspirational logo designs. Behold the curated roster of the finest logos crafted in 2023, meticulously evaluated through comprehensive logo case studies, conceptual brilliance, typography finesse, and harmonious color palettes. Over the years, we have showcased a myriad of logos meticulously crafted by adept graphic designers and design agencies.

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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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We And The Color

DECEMBER 10, 2023

Elevate Your Job Application with the Ultimate Resume and Cover Letter Template in Adobe Photoshop In the dynamic landscape of job hunting, the first impression is everything. Your resume and cover letter serve as your brand ambassadors, speaking volumes about your professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail. Crafting these documents to perfection is no easy feat, but what if there was a tool that could seamlessly marry aesthetics with functionality?

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 14, 2023

The brand unveils a new identity today, with a warm and inviting nature to help it stand out in a competitive market. If you're trying to book a hotel, using a comparison site can be both helpful and frustrating. Helpful because it saves you from looking at every single hotel in the area individually. Frustrating because you often feel you have to fight the interface to find the best deals rather than the providers the website is clearly trying to promote.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 12, 2023

A clever design to help avoid the clutter that horizontal surfaces seem to invite, the Triangle Side Table all but eliminates the possibility. Designed by SouleWork , the side table does hold space for the book you’re currently reading – it will even save your place – and a ledge to put down the beverage of your choice. There’s a small, grooved indent for a writing instrument and an open interior space that can accommodate a few coffee table books, a plant, or even a small pet bed.

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Today, we present yet another exquisite collection of modern brand visual identity, and logo designs. This assortment has been curated from the portfolios of accomplished professional designers and graphic design agencies spanning the vast expanse of the internet. Each design within this collection serves as a testament to the creative prowess and innovation that can be achieved in the realm of corporate branding and visual identity.

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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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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 15, 2023

20 Online Business Ideas You Can Start Today The Internet has opened many possibilities for aspiring entrepreneurs and small business owners. With low startup costs and huge earning potential, launching an online business is an appealing prospect for many. But with so many options, how do you even begin choosing an online business idea that's right for you?

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How do you make a business founded in 1938 relevant today? Defy's 85th birthday ads for luxury retailer Boyds provide a shining example. Anniversaries are a tricky business. On the one hand, you want to celebrate that a brand or company has been in business for several decades or even centuries. On the other hand, you don't want people to think you're old hat.

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Template Monster

DECEMBER 10, 2023

The Holidays are not far off, and you may be up to your ears in Christmas design projects. We all know that you are a creative person and always need a huge dose of inspiration. Might it be true to say that last year’s concept and resources no longer inspire you and will not make your current portfolio up-to-date? We have conducted some research and gathered together some top-notch design ideas that will take your client’s breath away.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 15, 2023

10. This Motorized Sofa Wall Bed Unfolds in Under 15 Seconds A motorized version of a Murphy bed makes raising and lowering the piece of furniture much easier thanks to a push button that puts the bed silently in place, as well as hides it again, in under 15 seconds. 9. The Unexpectedly Playful NomNom Light Created by Odin Visser for Moooi, the contemporary, versatile suspension light is playful yet elegant, simple in functionality but visually intriguing. 8.

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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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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 15, 2023

14 Famous Hidden Messages in Logos You've probably seen some famous logos hundreds or even thousands of times in your life. But did you know that most people never notice some of these hidden messages in logos, symbols, or meanings? Brands often use hidden elements in logos to communicate something special about their company values, history, or vision.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Sweet meets heat in Chilli Bomba, a new candy for adult rebels. We explore how London studio New Genre brought the brand to life. The first bite is with the eye, they say. And that's certainly the case for sweets aimed at adults. After all, we're bombarded with messages saying we shouldn't be eating such unhealthy fare. even if secretly, we love the idea of knocking back some sugary treats.

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Template Monster

DECEMBER 9, 2023

Picking out Christmas gifts for graphic designers is always thrilling for me, especially if I sincerely love a person. Maybe I am too serious and worry too much about things that should bring nothing but joy and happiness. In any case, I can do nothing about it and start preparing for a coming event beforehand. Hate grabbing some useless stuff at the last moment and presenting it to the guest of honor taking an educated guess and squealing “Surprise!

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FlowingData

DECEMBER 12, 2023

During a three-year span, Anton Thomas illustrated a world map of 1,642 animals native to each region. It’s called Wild World. The New York Times highlighted the work : “We don’t see the latitude and longitude lines of maps,” he said. “We see the world, in our heads, through icons.” For Mr. Thomas, this equates to a kind of “emotional geography,” where features with greater emotional heft — the New York City skyline, say, or the Golden Gate Bridge — may take up more space.

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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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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 14, 2023

20 Web Design Tips for an Appealing and Effective Website Creating an effective website in 2024 requires much more than technical knowledge or good aesthetic taste. With over 200 million websites active on the internet today, standing out from the crowd and appealing to modern users takes research, planning, testing, and adaptability. Fortunately, by following essential web design tips and understanding user preferences, nearly any person or business can build a successful site. 1 – Choosi

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 10, 2023

We chat with Rapha Abreu, VP of design at The Coca-Cola Company and Kristie Malivindi, creative director at John Knowles Ritchie, to learn how they collaborated on a new holiday campaign identity for the world's most popular beverage. Coca-Cola has released a holiday campaign identity for 2023, built in collaboration with John Knowles Ritchie and the brand's own in-house design team.

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Design Milk

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Nostalgia is one helluva drug. It’s especially true in the realm of gaming, where many once young gamers still harbor warm recollections of countless hours curled up with their favorite title slotted into their Nintendo Game Boy. It’s a memory openly tapped by boutique handheld and console gaming maker, Analogue through their various incarnations of clone gaming machines.

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Booooooom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Photographer Erinn Springer explores her midwestern roots in her series, “Dormant Season.

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