HONGKIAT

AUGUST 7, 2023

Everyone understands that the optimal method to enhance your abilities as a designer is to step beyond your comfort zone and undertake tasks that will test you. However, the issue is, no one provides clear instructions on how to accomplish this, and for the majority of us, this often serves as a sufficient reason to avoid taking action. Today, we aim to address this issue by delving into some specific strategies you can employ to broaden your design skills.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 8, 2023

Top 10 Best Logo Design Books for Designers Logos are the cornerstone of a brand's visual identity , distilling a company's essence into a symbolic mark that evokes recognition and trust at a glance. Designing an effective logo requires far more strategic thinking than many realise. Behind every iconic logo is a meticulous design process that considers aesthetics, psychology, and memorability to create maximum visual impact.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 7, 2023

These new free fonts not only offer a vast array of choices but also empower designers to enhance their projects without straining their budgets. In the dynamic realm of design, fonts play a pivotal role in conveying a message, evoking emotions, and establishing brand identity. With the burgeoning demand for visual aesthetics, designers are constantly seeking fresh resources to amplify their creative projects.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 6, 2023

Award-winning fine artist and conservationist Sophie Green has built a reputation for her hyper-realistic paintings. Her new collection, Commodities, sees a change in approach and style – and brings new challenges. We sat down to discuss the creative process and overcoming self-sabotage. After graduating from the University of Brighton with a first-class bachelor of Arts, Sophie initially pursued a career in film and television before returning to art in 2018.

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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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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 9, 2023

The 20 Best Sports Logos: Exploring Branding Sports logos have come a long way since the early days of basic shapes and minimal colours. As printing technology advanced over the decades, sports logos became more intricate and thoughtful representations of teams. These iconic emblems are more than visual identifiers – they encapsulate organisations' spirit, history, and identity across various sporting leagues.

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Moo

AUGUST 11, 2023

When you’re thanking your team for all their hard work, the thought definitely counts – but having an excellent gift definitely helps, too. But with so many different people to keep happy, what do you choose? Try something they’ll want to open again and again. Like a custom work planner. Gifts are only good if people actually use them. And let’s face it, most corporate gifts fall into the “stuffed in a drawer” category.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 8, 2023

© Jeff Rothstein New York may be the city that never sleeps, and yet born-and-raised New York photographer Jeff Rothstein is never exhausted by its sights. "NYC never gets tiring to photograph," he says. "If you're out on the streets shooting enough, you'll be constantly surprised." Taking part in a new group show at Greece's Chania International Photo Festival, Rothstein has a relentless work ethic, committing to shooting the city's streets almost daily.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 11, 2023

8 Growing Areas of Innovations in UX & UI Design User experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design constantly evolve as new technologies emerge. In the past few years, we have seen immense growth and innovation in the tools and techniques available to UX/UI designers. This rapid pace of change is welcomed, as delivering an intuitive, seamless user experience is more critical than ever.

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Design Milk

AUGUST 7, 2023

If you’ve ever found yourself yearning for the spirit and laid-back elegance of Palm Springs, take a look at Tonal Bliss – a unique and relaxed family home nestled in the picturesque bay-side suburb of Hampton, Melbourne. This residence captures the essence of Palm Springs with meticulous design selections and a playful touch, creating constant summery vibes all year long.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 5, 2023

The Adobe Photoshop Actions are a powerful tool that allows photographers to automate and apply various editing processes to their photos. These Photoshop actions can help save time and effort by automating repetitive tasks and providing consistent results. What is & How to Use: Adobe Photoshop actions are a series of recorded steps or commands that can be applied to an image or multiple images to automate various tasks or achieve specific effects.

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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

AUGUST 6, 2023

Baltimore-based illustrator Sudesna Samanta specialises in creating work based on themes of nostalgia, children's stories and travel. And thanks to her exquisite eye for colour, she can channel a sense of joy into every piece she makes. Sudesna Samanta's work ranges from book design to branding, social communication, and caricatures. As a graphic design graduate from the Unitedworld Institute of Design near Ahmedabad, she has cultivated striking techniques and short hands, allowing her drawings

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 11, 2023

7 Search Engine Marketing Trends To Be Aware Of The digital marketing landscape is in a constant state of evolution. With emerging technologies, new platforms, and shifting consumer behaviours, strategies that were effective yesterday may no longer deliver results today. This is especially true regarding search engine marketing trends, where ongoing algorithm updates and innovations necessitate flexibility and forward-thinking approaches.

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SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 9, 2023

Learning new skills on the job can be difficult for web designers. And client projects aren’t an ideal place for experimentation. What if something goes wrong? You could be stuck in a bad situation. That’s where side projects come in handy. They provide the perfect environment for trying new things. There’s little risk and plenty of creative freedom.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 11, 2023

The professional brand stationery templates are a potent tool for cultivating a robust brand identity and enhancing business communication. They serve as a tangible embodiment of your brand’s values and visual elements , leaving a lasting imprint on all who come into contact with them. From business cards to letterheads, envelopes to presentation folders , each component contributes to a cohesive and professional brand image.

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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

AUGUST 7, 2023

Johannesburg-based illustrator and motion designer Ndumiso Nyoni was tired of seeing Africa misrepresented on the world stage, so he has made it his mission to capture the true diverse glory of the continent in his artwork. Africa is many things to many people. The continent, with its sheer size and cultural diversity, is home to resilient, community-minded people who are all too often represented artistically through an inaccurate, Western lens.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 11, 2023

Exploring the Top 10 Best Science Logos At the intersection of art and science lie iconic logos encapsulating the spirit of discovery. In the complex world of scientific pursuit, a memorable visual identity holds tremendous power. Science logos represent organisations at a glance and communicate deeper meanings about their values, missions, and contributions to humanity's shared quest for knowledge.

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SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 10, 2023

Many of us crave comfort. That could be a favorite food, a warm blanket, or our ideal work environment. We feel at our best when at ease. But it’s possible to become too comfortable. OK, maybe not when it comes to food or a blanket (one can’t have enough snuggling and pizza, right?). But it does apply to your career. Getting too comfortable in web design leads to becoming stale.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 11, 2023

Motivation is the driving force that propels us towards our goals, enabling us to overcome obstacles and achieve greatness. Throughout history, individuals from all walks of life have shared their wisdom in the form of motivational quotes , offering insights that continue to inspire and uplift. “ Kindness is a mark of faith, and whoever is not kind has no faith. “ Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) is revered as the final messenger of Islam and is known for his wisdom, compassion,

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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

AUGUST 10, 2023

Bournemouth-based freelance illustrator Julia Jin combines oriental art styles with Western graphics to create unique artworks that tackle topics of nature and womanhood. We caught up with her to learn more about her creative process. Originally from Shenzen, China, Julia Jin moved to England to study illustration at Arts University Bournemouth. Following on from her undergraduate studies at Jingdezhen Ceramic University, the decision to travel and learn at a Western institute has profoundly aff

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 8, 2023

7 Web Design Trends to Say Goodbye To The world of web design is constantly evolving. Styles and techniques that were once hot can quickly become outdated as new trends emerge. As a web designer, it's crucial to stay on top of the latest trends and know when to move on from specific design elements. In this article, we'll look at seven web design trends that have had their time in the spotlight but are now past their prime.

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SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 11, 2023

The 2023 Print Typography Report – Discover how designers are conveying empathy through type. WordPress Paying Google Domains Transfer Fees – WordPress.com offers to pay domain transfer fees for the first 1 million Google Domains customers. Landing Love – Browse this showcase of 500+ animated websites. Randomness in CSS Using Trigonometry – Learn how trigonometric functions can help you create random features in CSS.

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HONGKIAT

AUGUST 11, 2023

As freelance designers, cultivating self-discipline is a vital trait. While the flexibility of your schedule is a significant advantage, it’s crucial to maintain a level of firmness in your daily tasks to ensure the smooth operation of your business. Therefore, keeping your motivation high is of utmost importance. However, everyone experiences periods of low energy or enthusiasm.

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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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Creative Boom

AUGUST 8, 2023

Brooklyn-based illustrator and comic maker Conner McCann specialises in creating pieces that lean towards the horrifying and the grotesque. We caught up with him to learn more and discover how one piece, in particular, has developed a life of its own. Populated with double-headed critters, blood-dripping hell hounds and West Himalayan Sucklegrubs, the work of Conner McCann is steeped in the bizarre and the horrifying.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 9, 2023

Exploring the Top 10 Tech Company Logos In today's fast-paced technological landscape, a company's visual branding plays a pivotal role in setting it apart from the competition. A thoughtfully designed logo serves as the face of a brand, encapsulating its essence into a single memorable icon. This is especially true for tech companies , where innovation and ingenuity are the name of the game.

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SpeckyBoy

AUGUST 7, 2023

Wood textures are perfect for achieving an earthy look. And just like their natural counterparts, there is a wide range of variations to choose from. Consider the nearly endless array of colors and grain patterns. They provide us with plenty of room for customization. In addition, we can even go beyond what we see in nature. But wood is more than just a background player.

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The Dieline

AUGUST 11, 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.

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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

AUGUST 7, 2023

London-based artist CiCi Suen has turned her attention to the secret forms and complex structures that can only be found in nature in her beautiful series of charcoal and pastel drawings. Picked out with striking line work and hazy shading, CiCi Suen's stunning nature illustrations purposefully occupy a rather dreamlike world with no story or set theme to anchor them.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 5, 2023

Achieving Brand Consistency through Visual Elements Your Brand is the welcoming front face of your business, which welcomes potential clients. Making a good first impression and leaving a memorable impression is crucial for any business. How do you go about doing that? It all comes down to maintaining consistency. You may create a solid basis for your marketing initiatives by upholding brand consistency.

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We And The Color

AUGUST 11, 2023

Creativity is one of the most sought-after skills in the 21st century. It is the ability to produce new and original ideas, solutions, or products that are valuable and useful. Creativity can help you achieve your personal and professional goals, solve problems, innovate, and stand out from the crowd. But how can you increase your creativity? Is it something that you are born with or can you develop it?

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The Die Line

AUGUST 10, 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.

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