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From McDonald's to Kellogg's: Why are so many brands ditching their logo?

Creative Bloq

Typography is taking centre stage.

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The Collected Works and PRINT Magazine craft a new identity for PRINT Awards 2025

Creative Boom

The awards' new visual identity embodies organic growth as a metaphor for creativity, blending generative design and dynamic typography. The PRINT Awards have long stood as a beacon of excellence in design, celebrating bold creatives pushing the boundaries across all mediums. For the 2025 edition, PRINT Magazine enlisted The Collected Works to craft a dynamic visual identity and hero film that embodies the theme of "cultivating creativity.

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Pop Off: Design Milk Celebrates Champagne Chair 2025 Winners

Design Milk

Me, judgmental? Only for a good cause… On behalf of Design Milk and humbly at the behest of our friends at Design Within Reach (DWR) , purveyors of authentic modern design I accepted an invitation and the awesome responsibility to judge the finalists competing in their Champagne Chair Contest , held in partnership with Pommery , now in its 21st iteration.

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30+ Creative Logo Designs to Inspire Your Brand Identity

Graphic Design Junction

When it comes to building a memorable brand, creative logo designs play a pivotal role. A well-crafted logo not only captures the essence of your business but also leaves a lasting impression on your audience. The post 30+ Creative Logo Designs to Inspire Your Brand Identity first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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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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"There's incredible typographic variety right now", Charles Nix reflects on type in 2025

Creative Bloq

Plus, how he designed a typeface for M&M.

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Adobe launches Photoshop on iPhone (properly) for the first time

Creative Boom

Anthony Brown - stock.adobe.com No, it's not a "companion app"; this is the real deal. Adobe just dropped a standalone Photoshop app for iPhone, which you can use without the desktop version, or a Creative Cloud subscription. Adobe has just dropped a new Photoshop app for iPhone users. (Android is coming "later in the year".) And trust me, this is really big news for designers.

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15 Creative Keynote Templates for Designers, Markeurs, and Entrepreneurs

Graphic Design Junction

The creative Keynote templates are the must-have tools for creating visually appealing and effective presentations. Whether you're a designer presenting a portfolio The post 15 Creative Keynote Templates for Designers, Markeurs, and Entrepreneurs first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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The best anime characters to draw

Creative Bloq

From from Pikachu to Totoro anime characters are great fun to draw and can inspire.

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Studio Kiln on establishing a creative hub in Cornwall

Creative Boom

Meet the creative studio that's redefining what it means to build a thriving, forward-thinking design practice outside of major city hubs. While London has long been considered the epicentre of the UK's design industry, it seems like a quiet revolution is happening down by the southwest coast. Founded in May 2022 by designers Nathan Smith and Charlie Hocking, Studio Kiln has quickly gained recognition for its thoughtful approach to branding, motion, and digital design.

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LOOPO by Bujnie Is a Future-Proof Greenery System for Evolving Offices

Design Milk

If theres anything recent years have taught us, its that adaptability and flexibility have shifted from being desirable design features to absolute essentials. As we continue to navigate changes in how we live and work whether driven by personal preferences or external forces choosing designs that evolve with our needs is key to creating a responsive environment.

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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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50+ Next-Level Website Designs: Creativity Meets Innovation

Graphic Design Junction

Website designs has become a creative and dynamic field, combining looks, usability, and modern technology. Today, web design isnt just about making pages that look good The post 50+ Next-Level Website Designs: Creativity Meets Innovation first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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“Graphic designers are not magicians”: is the industry getting too demanding?

Creative Bloq

Recruiters need a serious change in attitude.

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Need an Interactive Portfolio? Discover Bourjart’s Stunning Presentation Template for InDesign!

We And The Color

Hey folks, are you searching for a way to create an outstanding portfolio? Do you want to impress potential clients or employers? Sometimes, a static portfolio simply won’t cut it. You need something dynamic. Something engaging. Something that truly showcases your talents and sets you apart from the crowd. An interactive portfolio presentation template might be just what you need.

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Chromacosm Celebrates the Largest Color System in the World

Design Milk

Renowned architect and artist Suchi Reddy and historic Indian brand Asian Paints recently presented Chromacosm , the largest and most comprehensive architectural color system with over 5,300 unique shades. Reddy brought her imaginative eye and sense of style to the Asian Paints installation during the Architecture and Design Film Festival in Mumbai, India, creating a sense of smallness among meadows of gradients.

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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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26 Best Affinity Brushes for Digital Illustrations & Concept Art

Graphic Design Junction

Affinity Brushes have become an essential tool for digital artists, offering unparalleled versatility and precision. Whether you're creating intricate concept art or vibrant illustrations The post 26 Best Affinity Brushes for Digital Illustrations & Concept Art first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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The Ford logo is suddenly causing major confusion online

Creative Bloq

Viral TikTok highlights the Mandela Effect.

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Geometrica Vol. 2: Fully Editable Geometric Vector Graphics by Léo Alexandre

We And The Color

Geometrica: Create Stunning Posters, Logos, Icons, and More, with Lo Alexandre’s Neo-Geo Kit. Are you a designer looking for a fresh source of inspiration? Do you love clean lines, bold shapes, and the timeless appeal of modern art movements? Then you absolutely need to know about Geometrica , the Neo-Geo Kit crafted by the talented Lo Alexandre.

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Paris’ Elysée Montmartre Hotel Highlights the Warmth of Eucalyptus

Design Milk

Situated beside the storied Elyse Montmartre concert hall in Paris, France, a once-abandoned building is stepping into a new era of design and sustainability. The recently opened Elyse Montmartre Hotel is the brainchild of design studio Policronica , which has meticulously transformed the space into the 16-room hotel integrating architecture, craftsmanship, and environmental responsibility.

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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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Close Encounters: This Artis Creates Whimsical Paintings Of Cats In Their Funniest Poses

Design You Trust

Joy, a California-based artist, is known for her vibrant animal art. A mother of two and former lawyer, she achieved her dream of becoming a professional artist in her early 40s, drawing inspiration from the chaotic charm of cats. Joy’s self-taught journey began with pet portraits, and her mission is to spark joy and happiness through her work, exemplified in her series ‘Close Encounters’ which features detailed paintings of cat faces.

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Mixing Unreal Engine 5 and DaVinci Resolve - how new film Babiru is changing animation

Creative Bloq

Babiru is a new artist-led film that could change everything.

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Why Most Designers Suffer from ‘Imposter Syndrome’—Even the Best Ones

We And The Color

Does Imposter Syndrome Plague Even the Most Brilliant Designers? Ever feel like youre faking it? Like any minute now, someones going to expose you as a fraud? If you’re a designer, especially a highly skilled one, you’re not alone. This feeling, known as imposter syndrome , is surprisingly common in creative fields. Its that nagging voice that whispers doubts, even when your portfolio screams talent.

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A Collage of Sorts: PLUCK Miami x Taste:Work:Shop

Design Milk

From Robert Rauschenberg to Hannah Hch and Max Ernst, I have always been drawn to collage and assemblage. These techniques, where separate elements are edited and fused into something new, have long fascinated me unsurprisingly, much like my obsession with gathering ingredients to make an improvised dish. Similarly, collaboration mirrors collage. Its a dynamic fusion of individual voices, perspectives, and skills.

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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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When empathy becomes the enemy of productivity

UX Collective

How UX inflexibility stalls progress, frustrates teams, and creates unnecessary roadblocks Photo by Jacek Dylag on Unsplash The UX process is a lot like navigating traffic merges its about balancing efficiency with empathy. Letting a driver in is usually the right thing to do. But then you let another one in. And another. Suddenly, youre ushering an endless procession of grateful commuters while the guy behind you is laying on his horn, questioning your life choices.

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Adobe Photoshop is now on iPhone – and it's free!

Creative Bloq

And I'm genuinely excited.

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How to Design a Unique Logo: Creative Ideas and Fonts

Graphic Design Junction

Logo fonts are the cornerstone of any memorable brand identity. A well-designed logo is more than just a visual mark; its a powerful tool that communicates your brands values The post How to Design a Unique Logo: Creative Ideas and Fonts first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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10 Years Unfolded by LAYERED Brings Fresh Color to Stockholm

Design Milk

10 Years Unfolded by LAYERED reimagines three of the iconic Swedish brand’s patterns, the Illusion , Triangle , and Letters , with bold colorways like teal, rust red, ochre, and mulberry. Founder Malin Glemme saw the lack of high quality, sustainably made rugs on the market, responding with a solution of her own LAYERED , providing premium rugs and soft goods all produced with the strictest sustainability standards.

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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.

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A Monumental Immersive Installation by ENESS Prompts Joy and Togetherness

Colossal

A 9-meter-tall passageway made of 8 individual arches enticed visitors into ENESS s latest installation ( previously ). Last month at Quoz Arts Fest 2025 in Dubai, Forest Dancer comprised a monumental entry and an immersive exhibition of illuminated inflatable forms inside a contemporary building. With mushroom-like proportions, pixellated patterns, and a slew of changing hues, ENESS’s work encompasses a central character surrounded by psychedelic trees, mountains, insects, and boulder-lik

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Technicolor's closure takes down MPC, The Mill and Mikros Animation – but is AI the answer?

Creative Bloq

A Technicolor tragedy that many saw coming but couldnt prevent

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Design Fails from 2024: Trends We Pray Never Return

We And The Color

Have you ever looked at a design and thought, “What were they thinking?” We all have. Design is subjective. But some choices are objectively…bad. 2024 brought its fair share of head-scratching design moments. Were here to dissect the worst design fails from 2024. We’ll explore why they didn’t work. We’ll also discuss what we can learn from them.

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Free Rounded Business Card Mockup (PSD)

Graphic Design Junction

Attention graphic designers! Elevate your portfolio and client presentations with this Rounded Business Card Mockup (PSD). This high-quality mockup is completely free The post Free Rounded Business Card Mockup (PSD) first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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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.