Creative Boom
JUNE 26, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock There are many ways to get your first freelance gig. We speak to a range of creatives to find out how they did it and gather their best advice. Embarking on a freelance career is an exhilarating journey filled with boundless opportunities and the freedom to shape your professional destiny. But right at the start, we won't lie: it can be pretty darned scary.
Designer Daily
JUNE 28, 2023
Image source In a world fueled by visual storytelling, where creativity knows no bounds, a graphic design degree becomes your passport to a universe of limitless possibilities. As you embark on a thrilling journey to discover your career path, envision a future where your artistic flair becomes your superpower. Like you, I was also worried that all the efforts I had put into classes and the experts I had paid to do my homework for me and guide me toward academic excellence would go down the drai
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Inkbot Design
JUNE 29, 2023
Brand Identity Design: Crafting an Authentic and Memorable Brand Image Have you ever caught a mere glimpse of a logo, tagline, or colour scheme and instantly recognised the brand behind it? Think about Nike's iconic swoosh or Starbucks's unmistakable siren, and you'll get the idea. If you've experienced this, you've encountered the power of a well-crafted brand identity.
Inkbot Design
JUNE 27, 2023
Pricing Page Design: Boosting Conversions and Revenue Hello there, digital design enthusiasts and aspiring conversion wizards! Let's get our creative juices flowing because today, we're diving deep into the fascinating world of pricing page design. In this world, psychology and aesthetics meet head-on to create powerful marketing strategies. We all know that the pricing page is a pivotal website component.
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
The Die Line
JUNE 27, 2023
Dieline is a global package design community and showcase of package design inspiration. We cover industry news, sustainable packaging news, design trends, and host our own packaging conferences, package design events, and Dieline packaging design awards.
Creative Boom
JUNE 26, 2023
London-based photographer Owen Harvey delves into the rifts surrounding Spanish bullfighting in The Matador, a new series of images which examines the blood sport's history, its impact on younger generations and the values which people still draw from it. Dating back to 711AD, bullfighting is a landmark of Spain's culture and identity. But with opinions split over the relevance of a blood sport in the modern world, the once proud institution appears to be in more danger than the men who proudly
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Design Milk
JUNE 29, 2023
A Brutalist-inspired apartment in the suburbs of Rome in Tor de’ Cenci recently received a complete renovation by STUDIOTAMAT. Designed for a lawyer couple, the project consisted of renovating the 120-square-meter apartment, along with a coveted 40-square-meter terrace. The Casa Rude residence overlooks the Castelporziano Nature Reserve offering both wooded and sea views, an ideal locale after years of living in small apartments in the heart of the city.
Designer Daily
JUNE 28, 2023
Businesses and brands hire video production services for various reasons, including telling their story, engaging and educating their audience, and selling products and services. Cinematography refers to the use of lighting, framing, and camera motion to make a visual representation of a story. It’s an essential part of narrative filmmaking. Experts often use it to capture emotions, themes, and ideas, resulting in a story that draws the audience in, increasing engagement.
Creative Boom
JUNE 28, 2023
© Oliver Perry New York-based illustrator Oliver Perry brings the retro charm of vintage magazine cartoons into the modern day with his artwork documenting the weird and wonderful residents of the city he calls home. Sometimes classic cartoons can feel like they're depicting a world from another dimension, and perhaps this is most evident with somewhere as famous as New York City.
Graphic Design Junction
JUNE 29, 2023
Have you ever come across a low-resolution image that failed to make an impact or catch your attention? How often have you wished to enhance the quality and visual appeal of images effortlessly? The world of design relies heavily on the power of visuals, and using high-quality images is paramount to capturing attention and conveying messages effectively.
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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.
Design Milk
JUNE 28, 2023
Food has always been a canvas for creativity and innovation. It’s a medium that allows us to have fun and explore new possibilities. But it’s not just about playfulness; it’s also about making a positive impact on our planet. As designers and consumers, we have a responsibility to prioritize circular economy materials and products in our creations and purchasing decisions.
Spoon Graphics
JUNE 26, 2023
Download my collection of botanical garden illustrations for free to add vintage flower graphics to your artwork. These kinds of botanical drawings are commonly used as poster prints, home decor and rustic card & invitation designs. Usually vintage illustrations like this are sourced from antique prints, but I harnessed the cutting-edge power of AI technology to generate these floral illustrations from scratch.
Creative Boom
JUNE 25, 2023
Animal Religion collage The Chinese artist has been drawing out people's inner animals and turning them into incredible art. We talk to her about her process and inspiration for this unique series. It's a fun dinner party game: asking each other, "If you were an animal, what animal would you be and why?" So we were intrigued to see how Chinese artist Lihui Liang has been putting this concept into practice with her latest project, Animal Religion.
Graphic Design Junction
JUNE 29, 2023
Have you ever encountered an image that caught your eye, but the cluttered or unsightly background distracted from its essence? How often have you wished to remove the background from an image effortlessly and give it a clean, professional look? The art of background removal holds the key to transforming visuals and unleashing their true potential in graphic design.
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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.
Design Milk
JUNE 27, 2023
You can’t miss Matthew Day Jackson’s GLITS Rainbow Lounge with its mind-blowing rainbow-colored serpentine frame! Created in collaboration with design brand Made by Choice , the lounge chair features a custom painted plywood technique that’s unique and appreciated. The GLITS Rainbow Lounge is the newest addition to the Kolho family, a series of tables and chairs formed using right angles and curves galore.
Creative Bloq
JUNE 25, 2023
In this Procreate tutorial, Audra Auclair shows how to tap into music to inspire a cyborg femme concept.
Creative Boom
JUNE 28, 2023
San Francisco-based illustrator Emma Cheng has swapped her stethoscope for sketchbooks by switching from a medical career to a full-time freelance illustrator. Here she explains how her previous profession is shaping her current one. The arts and sciences can often seem like unrelated fields. But for Taiwanese illustrator Emma Cheng, the two can work together in stunning and surprising ways.
Graphic Design Junction
JUNE 29, 2023
Have you ever wondered how some brands manage to create visually appealing content consistently? How do they maintain a strong brand identity while showcasing diversity and inclusivity? The answer lies in the innovative use of AI-generated photos. In this article, we’ll explore how you can leverage AI face generators, such as Generated Photos, to enhance your brand identity and create captivating visual content.
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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.
Design Milk
JUNE 26, 2023
If you’ve ever appreciated modern art, architecture, and unique design, Villa Papillon is for you! Designed by WORKac for an art collector in Batroun, Lebanon, the angular Villa Papillon has surprises around every corner, from it’s geometric green roof and triangular pool to its open courtyard and colorful interior. The layout has the main living space and primary bedroom facing the water, while the family room, dining room, and kitchen open out to the courtyard.
Creative Bloq
JUNE 28, 2023
A Disney VFX artist reveals how Cartoon Animator brings traditional animation techniques into the future.
Creative Boom
JUNE 26, 2023
© Anna Devís and Daniel Rueda, courtesy of the artists and Counter Print Spanish artists Anna Devís and Daniel Rueda have captured the world's imagination using various props and backdrops for their meticulously posed photographs. Now you can enjoy browsing some of their favourite shots in their highly-anticipated new book, Happytecture. Trained as architects, the Valencia-based duo have built a considerable following on their respective Instagram accounts, where there seem to be no limits to th
Booooooom
JUNE 30, 2023
A selection of work by illustrator Emilie Seto based in Marseille, France.
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.
Design Milk
JUNE 26, 2023
Gantri , the 3D-printed on-demand lighting brand, welcomes the summer season with a quartet of whimsically imagined lamps for their third edition of the Independent Creator Release. ( See first edition here ) The playfully vibrant 2023 Summer collection glows with optimism inspired by the colors of summer and the season’s sociable warm evenings, represented by five new lights designed by four emerging, international designers.
BP&O
JUNE 29, 2023
From Wes Anderson to ‘accepting the job’ and distinctly dystopian new romantic relationship models; in recent years, it’s felt like you can’t move for chat about AI – its weirdest uses, its hilarious shortcomings, and a hell of a lot of scare-mongering about it stealing our jobs. The platform that’s dominated much of the conversation is ChatGPT, an AI chatbot The post Cohere by Pentagram appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.
Creative Boom
JUNE 27, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock A well-crafted brief is the cornerstone of effective branding. Ed Silk, global head of strategy at JDO , explains how to write one. A brief is the seed from which every project develops and evolves. And whatever direction your creative team goes in, the brief is always there to refer back to, like a creative contract, grounding you and ensuring everyone's on the right track.
UX Collective
JUNE 30, 2023
The road to design maturity gets longer The inflation of design as a profession and why I no longer call myself a service designer Photo is by Jan Huber from Unsplash I love doing service design. I was so excited when I first heard — in 2005, I believe — that there is such a thing that offers a look at design from a system point of view in the form of university studies.
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.
Design Milk
JUNE 30, 2023
If names like Yeti, Tundra, and RTIC strike a chord, you’ve likely gone through the sticker shock associated with deliberating between very large rectangular blocks of insulated plastic. Ice coolers fall under the product category of “you wouldn’t believe how much these things cost,” at least when considering options amongst a top performing tier of coolers attached to price tags of hundreds of dollars.
HONGKIAT
JUNE 26, 2023
Welcome to the latest edition of our monthly resource roundup! We’ve carefully curated a variety of resources ranging from UI libraries to fonts and wallpapers. These are intended to spark creativity in our designer colleagues and streamline the web development process for our developer peers. So, without any further delay, let’s explore the complete list.
Creative Boom
JUNE 28, 2023
Bavaria-based artist and brand designer at PUMA Shane Finegan brings together stamps and sneakers to tell the history of famous footwear with Stampsolector. We caught up with him to learn more about this unlikely combination. "Stamps and sneakers go together perfectly," enthuses Shane Finegan. "They do!" And while they might sound like an odd match to the outsider, his reasoning makes a lot of sense.
UX Collective
JUNE 25, 2023
A cautionary tale of Figma and the series of events that led to its latest release at the Config23 Conference. Read to the end to see the other side. The dark side of Figma’s Dev Mode: A cautionary tale of Figma and the series of events that led to its latest release in the Config23 Conference Speak To Me Designers are on a perpetual quest to find meaning in the objects of their lives.
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