We And The Color

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Without any doubt, sustainability is a critical concern that extends far beyond the realms of agriculture and energy. It has now made its way into the creative industry, including graphic design. Sustainable graphic design is an approach that focuses on minimizing environmental impact while producing visually compelling and effective designs. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the world of sustainable graphic design and explore eco-friendly practices that designers can adopt to make a pos

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

10 Typography Quotes for Graphic Design Inspiration From ancient scribes chiselling characters into stone to medieval monks carefully hand-lettering illuminated manuscripts, typography has evolved over thousands of years. With the invention of movable type and the printing press, typography leapt forward, allowing books, pamphlets, and posters to be mass-produced for the first time.

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SpeckyBoy

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

What first attracts you when you visit a website? Is it your initial visual impression of its design? Or perhaps it’s the functionalities and the ease of going from one page to another. Either way, you’re not likely to keep your clients satisfied with boring web layouts, graphics, or poor functionality. This is why helpful web design resources and tools can add an edge and enhance your web design process and projects.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We examine why creatives are leaving social media, why it's increasingly useless for self-promotion, and some IRL alternatives to get your business up and running again. Whatever social media platform is your go-to, you might have noticed recently a dearth of posts from your favourite creatives and more time-wasting nonsense from randoms.

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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

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In the world of logistics and transportation, a well-designed logo is more than just an image; it’s a visual representation of your brand identity, values, and services. Your trucking company’s logo is often the first impression customers have of your business, making it a critical element in establishing a memorable and impactful brand identity.

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I Love Typography

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Read the book, Typographic Firsts If I were to design a new magazine that needed to be both traditional with the hint of edge attitude, I would consider the Amberwood font family. It is a sans serif with a touch of quirk. Its key feature is the brush letter curves that at once gives it a carnival poster sensibility that feels as though it was designed to suggest carefully contoured ribbon.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Kickbase, one of Europe's biggest fantasy football manager games, has some big ambitions and needed branding to match. Yannick zur Strassen explains how his studio developed a new visual identity and strategy. After several years working in London for DesignStudio and Accept&Proceed, German brand designer and strategist Yannick zur Strassen recently returned to his home country and launched his own practice, Studio zur Strassen , in Munich.

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

Clean resume templates are designed to highlight your skills, experience, and qualifications in a clear and organized manner. They offer several advantages that can significantly enhance your job search. In the fiercely competitive landscape of the contemporary job market, your resume serves as your golden key to unlock the door to the coveted dream job you’ve long aspired to secure.

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Booooooom

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

A series examining notions of solitude, despair, loss, and temporality by Toronto-based photographer Ben Dickey.

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Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Squint a bit and the golden coastline of Australia’s Byron Bay hinterland does more than a convincing job conjuring a similar relaxed mountain-meets-ocean luminescence that has tempted countless free spirits up and down California’s Central Coast over the years. That persisting California 1970s vibe is embraced and magnified in every corner of the Sun Ranch hotel, a textural nostalgic ode to sun-soaked good times that recently opened its doors to present an immersive ranch experience

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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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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Freelancing is great, but at the start money can be tight. Here are 32 creative tools that won't cost the earth but still deliver the powerful features you need. As the summer sun sets and the warm holiday glow fades, it's time to return to the daily grind. But is going back to your steady job making you excited and motivated?

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023

In the world of photo editing, Lightroom presets have become indispensable tools for photographers and designers of all levels. They offer efficiency, consistency, creativity, and educational opportunities that significantly enhance the editing process. Whether you’re a professional seeking to streamline your workflow or an amateur looking to explore the world of photo editing, the Lightroom presets are a valuable asset that can transform your images and your photography journey.

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We And The Color

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The fascinating world of outdoor trend sports is thriving, with enthusiasts flocking to activities like trail running, freeskiing, snowboarding, surfing, or gravel biking in pursuit of adventure, fitness, and an escape from the daily grind. As the popularity of these sports continues to grow, it’s crucial for brands to establish a strong and appealing identity to stand out in a competitive market.

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HONGKIAT

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

In today’s post, we explore Leonardo.ai , one of the coolest AI art generators we’ve tried out for tablet devices so far. The best part? It’s completely free and even provides you with 150 daily tokens to get your creative juices flowing. Whether you’re just dipping your toes into the world of AI art or you’re a casual creator, this app is your go-to option without breaking the bank.

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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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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Photography by Daniel James It hasn't been held since 2011! But the much-missed St Bride Conference is finally back this November. Read on to find all the details. The St Bride Foundation was originally set up in 1891 to serve the burgeoning print and publishing trade of nearby Fleet Street in London. Today, it's finding a new contemporary audience of designers, printmakers and typographers who come to enjoy a regular programme of design events and workshops.

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Photo editing or photo manipulation can be a fun and creative process only photographers and designers knows better, but it can also be time-consuming and challenging, especially if you’re just starting out. Lightroom is a powerful tool by Adobe, that can help make the editing process easier and more efficient. One of the best features of Lightroom is its presets, which are like magical filters for your photos.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

How to Start Your Own Business: A Comprehensive Guide Starting your own business is an exciting yet demanding journey that requires extensive preparation, commitment, and a well-defined roadmap. While filled with immense potential, leaping entrepreneurship comes with its fair share of risks and unknowns. Whether you're an ambitious founder ready to make your mark or someone looking to turn your passion project into a lucrative career, this comprehensive guide will provide the fundamental buildin

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UX Collective

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

How designers will thrive with robots on the side. Unsplash With the rapid development of AI, we are witnessing its incredible power and potential to shape the future of design. At the recent big annual event, Figma made an exciting announcement about their next frontier: They acquired Diagram , the startup that has been working relentlessly to bring AI Superpower into Figma through plugins.

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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 Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

The global electronics brand is going against the tide with an upbeat campaign focusing on positivity. We explore how Wolff Olins partnered with LG to help them visually convey their message that 'Life's Good'. Everyone's down in the dumps right now. But wallowing in misery doesn't do anyone any good, as we explored in our recent article, How to get your mojo back in the world of 2023.

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Fresh free mockups often incorporate the latest design trends and styles. By using them, you can ensure that your work remains contemporary and appealing to your target audience. The free mockups , especially those freshly created, offer a unique touch to your projects. They haven’t been overused or seen everywhere, giving your work a sense of originality.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

15+ Best Lightroom Presets for Photographers Lightroom presets are like magic wands for editing photos. With just one click, you can apply a preset and transform your images from dull and lacklustre to dynamic works of art. As a photographer, presets are an invaluable tool that can shave hours off your editing time and help you cultivate your unique visual style.

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Its Nice That

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

From museums to junk shops, the Arles-based designer prefers an on-the-ground approach when scouring inspiration.

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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.

Graphic Design

Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

The award-winning animator explains how she brought a needle-crafted cat to life using Cartoon Animator 5 and why other creatives should try it. Are you a graphic designer or illustrator to extend your skills and get into animation? It's a great way to add an extra string to your bow, attract more clients, not to mention increase your rates. Alternatively, you might just want to start a fun side project to give your creativity full flow away from your day job.

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

In the dynamic landscape of digital design, Adobe Illustrator stands as a cornerstone for creative expression. At the heart of this design journey lie the top Adobe Illustrator brushes , versatile tools that transform ordinary designs into extraordinary works of art. In this article, we’ll delve into the world of these brushes, showcasing their influence and importance in the realm of digital creativity.

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Creative Bloq

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The animated 'bugdroid' has a lot of personality.

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Its Nice That

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

We talk to the author of Embrace the Fungal Ethos! on how she synthesised art, science, and activism in a fascinating way.

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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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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Freelancing not going as well as you'd hoped? Then it's time to pivot. We explain how to shift your work and clients in a new direction and give yourself the dream life and career you always hoped for. So you've launched your freelance creative business: congratulations! But a few months in, things aren't going as well as you'd hoped.

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SpeckyBoy

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

The following questions may sound silly. But let’s say that you just booked a new web design project. Now, ask yourself: Who are you designing for? Are you putting your client’s needs first? Is showing off the project in your portfolio a motivating factor? You’d like to think that most designers are ethical. And they’ll keep their focus entirely on client needs.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

100 Amazing One Letter Logos: Monogram Logo Design Logos are one of a brand's most important visual identity elements. A great logo encapsulates the essence of a company into a memorable graphic mark. One popular and classic approach to logo design is using stylised letters to form a unique monogram or wordmark. This type of logo design is endlessly versatile, allowing graphic designers to get creative with typefaces, shapes, colours, and more to develop logos rich with visual interest.

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Its Nice That

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

John harnesses the nascent potential of HTML and JavaScript to craft digital marvels within the confines of the web browser.

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