Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock In our exclusive survey, design leaders reveal their strategies and predictions for the year ahead, from AI integration to dealing with economic pressures. As we approach 2025, the creative industry stands at a fascinating intersection. We won't mince words: the economy is tough, there's a lot of technological change coming our way, and a lot of agencies will lose out as a result.

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Designer Daily

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Copy nothing. #Jaguar pic.twitter.com/BfVhc3l09B — Jaguar (@Jaguar) November 19, 2024 At this point, you must all have seen the Jaguar latest video, as it went viral on almost every social media platform. The car brand went for something totally different from their usual ads, as you can see in the embedded video above. If success is determined by the virality of a video, this was a huge success.

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Just Creative

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Throughout your career as a graphic designer, illustrator, or any other creative role you may have, there are generally three-mile markers during your career. When you’re just starting your career right out of college. The mid-point in your career where you’ve had some success and have some great clients, but you haven’t reached the level of a seasoned pro.

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Booooooom

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

To celebrate the release of Tomorrow's Talent 4, we followed up with some of the contributors and asked them to share who or what inspired their work!

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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

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Felt Christmas Decorations via Wrap After a difficult year for the economy, it's time to support small businesses and independent creatives this festive season. Check out our carefully selected gift ideas, and you'll even impress all your family and friends. Every year, we scour the British Isles to bring you the best gift ideas for creatives. And it goes without saying that we don't look to big brands and global monopolies.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

7 Effective Steps to Develop a Strong Brand Identity Identity building is a journey I've mastered through years of experience at Inkbot Design, and I'm here to guide you through it. Creating a distinctive brand identity isn't just important—it's imperative for survival. I've watched countless businesses struggle with brand recognition, so I've developed this comprehensive guide.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Japanese-style fonts bring a unique blend of tradition and modernity to design projects, making them a popular choice for businesses and creatives alike. Whether you’re working on branding, packaging, or web design, the right Japanese-style font can evoke cultural authenticity, elegance, or contemporary simplicity. This guide explores 70+ Japanese-style fonts , categorized by their design styles, and provides insights into how each category can enhance modern design and branding.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

We met Aino-Maija Metsola to discuss her signature style and creative approach to illustrating book covers. Last week, thousands watched as English writer Samantha Harvey was awarded the 2024 Booker Prize for her novel Orbital, one of the shorter winners in the competition's history. Its cover—a soft-edged, inky interpretation of space—was designed by Helsinki-based artist Aino-Maija Metsola.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Save 50% on an annual subscription to Creative Cloud for access to industry-leading tools Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and more.

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Booooooom

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

A photo series highlighting the Equestrian community in South Africa by photographer and filmmaker Karabo Mooki.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

The eyes serve as windows to the soul, capturing attention and conveying emotions in every portrait. Modern technology has revolutionized the way we approach personal aesthetics, making it possible to explore different looks without permanent changes. The eye color change picture editor capabilities have opened new possibilities for artistic expression and self-discovery.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

By her own confession, Monika Jurczyk – AKA Monsie – has bounced between places and jobs like a pinball, but freelance illustration has given her creative soul its voice. "I want my illustrations to be a source of empowerment," says the Edinburgh-based illustrator Monika Monsie. "Beyond being visually appealing, I aim to create work that sparks joy, confidence and a sense of possibility.

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We And The Color

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Selecting the right font can be one of the most crucial elements in shaping the visual identity of a design. Whether working on branding, website development, advertising campaigns, or editorial content, designers know that typography is more than just letters on a screen. It communicates mood, enhances readability, and reinforces the message of a project.

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UX Collective

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Weekly curated resources for designers — thinkers and makers. “You are Jean-Claude Van Damme. You’re straddling two 18-wheelers careening through space while doing the splits. It’s very difficult, your groin hurts, and you could really use a strawberry Pop-tart… Here’s the question that has brought on all the pain and Pop-tart cravings: “Do I continue the path of individual contributor or turn towards management?

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The digital marketing agencies need a great website to stand out. The best WordPress themes make it easy to create one. Choosing the right WordPress theme can significantly impact how your agency is perceived, how potential clients engage with your services, and ultimately, your business’s growth. This article explores the key features, benefits, and ideal use cases for WordPress themes tailored to digital marketing agencies, emphasizing large-screen layouts, customization options, responsivenes

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

The Strasbourg-based artist uses marker pens, risograph printing and her unique eye for colour to document the great outdoors in locations across France. Vast outdoor settings, bold forms, and unexpected colours combine to give French illustrator Agathe Meunier a style entirely her own. The stillness of the settings juxtaposed with the energy of the palettes she deploys—along with an abundance of speckled textures—give her work a feel that is natural yet unnatural.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Switzerland-born, Texas-based weaver Anya Molyviatis’ creative journey was shaped by her fascination with natural and built spaces, particularly their impact on human perception. After studying sustainable architecture in California, she eventually traveled to Taos, New Mexico. While there, Molyviatis apprenticed with a master weaver, refining her techniques and deepening her focus on material research.

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Its Nice That

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Could too close an adherence to design history have an “unintended impact” on your creativity and sense of self? For graphic designer and art director Shamma Buhazza, it certainly did.

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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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BP&O

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Hanbury is an American architecture firm, founded in 1979 and based in Virginia. According to international agency Base Design, which recently delivered a rebrand for the practice, the last decade has witnessed a ‘transformative’ period of growth and diversification with the team increasing from 40 to 160 individuals, and expanding from one to eight office spaces.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Using flash photography and hyper-realistic baby models, Rethink created a suite of stand-our photography for Sleep Origin. Texas-based newborn sleep consultancy Sleep Origin has a brand new identity designed by Rethink to help increase visibility by breaking out of sector norms. Ironically, Sleep Origin was being slept on. Its neutral tones and stock photography meant it was blending in with competitors, so the founder reached out to Rethink after seeing some of their previous work.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Actor and entrepreneur Ryan Reynolds’ office for his Maximum Effort production company is decidedly more coastal casual than Hollywood glamor. Michelle Toney, principal of Studio Paul Toney , envisioned a new workplace that prioritizes comfort in a residential-style setting. The designer set out to transform the space, which was previously the headquarters of a law firm that lacked the warmth and special details that bring added appeal.

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UX Collective

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

A journey of design, beyond solving a complex problem. Noguchi’s art installation on his journey to find the design of public playground When you think about playing, what comes to mind? Is it fun? Liveliness? Engaging with video games, laughing while playing a board game, or simply swinging in a park? Play associated with non-serious activities that no immediate benefit (Bateson, 2014), in contrast to the challenges of complexity face up during the process of design.

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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

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Logo badge designs have always been a timeless element in branding. In past years, they’re taking on new dimensions, blending creativity, minimalism, and nostalgia to captivate audiences. These compact, emblematic designs continue to redefine branding by merging aesthetics with storytelling, offering a visually impactful way for businesses to stand out.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Bisel by The Designers Foundry The New Zealand type foundry has been offering quality, accessible and interesting typefaces to designers since 2012. We chatted with Daniel McQueen about how it all began and how they've carved out a niche in a highly competitive industry. From their humble beginnings as a simple Tumblr-linked store with PayPal buttons to licensing fonts to industry giants like Apple, Nike and Disney, The Designers Foundry (TDF) has come a long way over the last 12 years.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

In the heart of Seoul’s historic Dongdaemun district, a design revolution is quietly unfolding. The Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), with its fluid Zaha Hadid -designed architecture, stands as a metallic metaphor for South Korea’s seamless fusion of heritage and innovation. The most recent DDP Design Launching Fair aspires to position Seoul alongside Paris and Milan in the global design constellation.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Corona Logo Design: Colours, Fonts, and Hidden Meanings Meanings within brand identities have always fascinated me, and Corona's logo stands as one of the most recognisable beer emblems globally. Through my experience at Inkbot Design, I've analysed countless beverage logos, but Corona's crown symbol particularly captivates me with its clever fusion of royal heritage and casual beach culture.

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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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SpeckyBoy

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Slideshows and photo galleries are a great addition to any video presentation. They serve as a storytelling vehicle and a way to keep viewers interested. You can also use them to transition to a new scene. These segments work wonderfully as the star of the show or as a bit player. Their flexibility is handy for product videos, documentaries, event recaps, and more.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

3D artist Jose Andrés García explains how he used Character Creator and iClone to bring the Spanish heroes of American independence back to animated life. The history of North America has largely been written by English-speaking people. As a result, the contribution of the Spanish people has been inevitably given short shrift. One group working to correct that balance is The Legacy: El Legado Español, which is dedicated to promoting Spain's legacy across the continent. 3D artist Jose Andrés Garc

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Texture and color are two elements we strive to capture through words, photos, and videos. Yet, sometimes, an in-person experience is the only way to truly grasp a product’s potential. That’s exactly what happened when Design Milk visited Roland DG’s headquarters. Familiar with the brand’s reputation for cutting-edge wide-format printing , we arrived expecting innovation – but left completely inspired by the endless possibilities this technology offers.

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Creative Bloq

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Picked out by some of the best typographers in the industry.

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