Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock When clients ask you to graft for nothing in return for "exposure", be very wary. We explain the downside of working for free. It's a great time to be a creative freelancer. The rise of the digital age, the 'Great Resignation' following the pandemic, and the increased focus on branding for all types of big businesses means demand for designers, illustrators, writers, and other creatives has surged, providing numerous opportunities.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

How to Improve Your Logo Design: A Comprehensive Guide Your logo is the face of your brand – it's often the first impression you make and can be seen on everything from your website to your business cards. A practical, memorable logo is crucial for communicating what your company does and stands for. But maybe your current logo feels dated, doesn't represent your brand well, or needs a refresh.

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Its Nice That

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Users will be able to manage layers, open and save transparent PNGs and “truly erase content”, replacing the eraser that paints artworks white.

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Designer Daily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Thanks to ChatGPT and the likes of MidJourney, Artificial Intelligence has been massively trending for almost a year now. It already seems to be widely used in all kinds of industries, but some designers and other creative people seem a bit reluctant to use it, as it’s not really a display of their creative skills. There is a great debate on the future of AI, the potential for abuse, its impact on our work, and the way our entire societies are organized.

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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 Bloq

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

From HTML to parallax scrolling and dark mode, we take a look at web design trends past and present.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Global creative agency GUT is celebrating its fifth year in business with a new identity crafted by &Walsh that ensures visual continuity across the brand's international locations. GUT is a full-service independent ad agency headquartered in Florida and with offices in the US, Brazil, Argentina, Mexico and Europe. It describes itself as a "Brave Agency for Brave Clients", which supports the likes of Google, Stella and Philadelphia.

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Designer Daily

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Anyone who’s ventured into the business world would agree that it takes a great deal of time, energy, and effort to build something successful. Creating a company logo is something that’s part of this process, and a fair amount of time needs to be dedicated to this because, for the most part, your logo is often the very first glimpse of your company to those looking from the outside.

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BP&O

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Maybe it’s been ‘silly season’ summer; maybe there’s a lack of risk-taking/imagination/budget; maybe I’m just jaded, but it’s felt as though recent months haven’t exactly seen a wealth of particularly exciting branding and packaging projects. That’s not to say there hasn’t been a steady stream of good work, but I’ve personally not felt hugely ‘wowed’: there’s been work that’s strong, The post Departed Spirits by Marx Design appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Get inspired, boost your technique and understand photography more broadly with these classic and modern photography titles. Working on your photography skills isn't just something you do at the beginning; it's a job for life. While growing as a photographer is as much about inspiration and vision as it is about learning and refining techniques.

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Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Ovenecká 33 is a unique apartment in Prague, Czech Republic, where the design is approached as an art installation, like an immersive experience designed by creative Tereza Porybná and Objektor architekti. Porybná has always been fascinated by the art of connection, whether it’s connecting people or exploring the boundaries between different realms, all while pushing the limits.

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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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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

In the fast-paced world of design and creativity, the right typography fonts can make all the difference. The fresh free fonts collection for graphic design, fonts play a pivotal role in conveying the message, evoking emotions, and creating a distinct brand identity , setting the mood for a design project, or simply making text more engaging and legible.

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UX Collective

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

And why I believe we are on the way toward a completely tokenized design future! Tokens are all the rage in the design world in the last few years, and it’s especially true after Figma announced their new ‘variables’ capability at Config. Now, before this new announcement — none of the big tools natively supported design tokens functionality, so people had to hack it with plugins, verbal agreements with the dev teams (which are difficult), spreadsheets and other dark magic, so it’s mainly the bi

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

One of the world's biggest beauty brands needed a more consistent identity across all its global platforms. We explore how London studio Free The Birds made it happen. For those aged 50 and up, the word 'Avon' instantly summons the advertising catchphrase 'Ding-dong, Avon calling!' Those of a younger vintage, though, may be unaware that the cosmetics brand, originally founded in 1867, was a huge name throughout the 20th century, known for selling its make-up door-to-door.

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Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Ray and Charles Eames have become almost singularly synonymous with a certain style of approachable and playful mid-century design that perseveres in popularity today, in no small part to the various projects and partnerships that have kept their names relevant across generations, occasionally to the chagrin of purists. No surprise, the dynamic duo’s designs have also become immensely sought after amongst collectors and the general public alike.

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HONGKIAT

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Welcome back to the September edition of our monthly roundup , where we showcase valuable resources for web developers. In this installment, we mainly focus on Next.js and its surrounding ecosystem. We have handpicked a variety of tools, libraries, and updates that will elevate your Next.js projects and keep you ahead in the realm of front-end development.

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The responsive WordPress themes are templates designed to adapt and look great on all screen sizes and devices, from large desktop monitors to smartphones. Nowadays having a website is almost a necessity, whether you’re a small business owner, a blogger, or an entrepreneur. With the increasing use of smartphones and tablets for browsing, it’s crucial that your website displays correctly on all screens.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Branding for young people is full of pitfalls, from appearing patronising to engaging in cliches. The new visual identity for the National Youth Orchestra by SomeOne avoids these traps and helps the organisation on its mission to change lives. The National Youth Orchestra was founded in 1948 as a post-war symbol of hope and confidence. Rather than being elitist, the idea was to encourage young people to improve their lives through music, a philosophy it retains today.

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Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

If you ask Brendan Kramer and Nisha Mirani which product most accurately reflects their textile studio Sunday Monday , they might just say Kanso , the designers’ recent and first full pillow collection. Beyond the studio’s design values, Kanso also represents Kramer’s Japanese heritage and Mirani’s Indian heritage. The collection is named after one of the seven principles of Japanese zen philosophy, “kanso,” which refers to the elimination of clutter in order to promote well-being.

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SpeckyBoy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

What do you see when reviewing your portfolio? Maybe it brings back memories of a challenge you faced or a difficult client. Perhaps you cringe at the sight of a dated look or extinct technology. I hear you. My career has had its share of hits and misses. I’ve felt embarrassed when looking through my old projects. But time brings perspective. Eventually, you start to see things in a different light.

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

A changing and evolutionary digital world where we see and experience new things digitally every day. Augmented reality has been quite the buzz recently. It is influencing the generation in an incredible way through gaming, movie applications, software, websites, health and finance, etc. AR has been around us in all sectors nowadays and has much more ingenious abilities to uncover.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

© Thomas Bertie Taylor London-based photographer Thomas Bertie Taylor takes a different look at the world via abstract images that pick out and highlight mundane details. You don't need to travel far to take incredible photos. Just look at the work of Thomas Bertie Taylor, who splits his time between London and Brighton and manages to find new, entrancing takes on these well-worn haunts.

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HONGKIAT

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

We all have flaws, but these imperfections can serve as catalysts for our growth. Throughout history, human innovation has been driven by the need to overcome weaknesses. For example, the invention of the spear enabled us to hunt faster animals, compensating for our own lack of speed. In the modern era, technological advancements like airplanes have given us the ability to travel faster than the fastest bird.

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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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We And The Color

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

In the art and design scene, there are visionaries who use their talent to bridge the chasm between the tangible and the abstract, the known and the unknown. Illustrator Carlos Mario, aka Meme MX , is one such visionary whose latest illustration series takes us on a mesmerizing journey through the evolution of consciousness while blending seamlessly with the pulse of modern trends.

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UX Collective

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

The explanation behind the loudness of the style of graphics of TV shows and websites in various cultures Fox News election coverage When I was young, I dreamt of becoming a TV visual designer. The animation and display of news tickers and sports match scorecards intrigued me. I know. I was already weird when I was a kid. This was in the early 90s, so these designs were pretty basic.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Vilanova i la Geltrú-based illustrator, animator and letterer Jaume Osman is instantly recognisable thanks to his colourful and distinctive art style. But it wasn't until he took a calligraphy course that he found the confidence to explore the world of character design. It's hard to miss the work of Jaume Osman. Recognisable by their vibrant colours and dynamic shapes, his illustrations appear to burst off the screen as a dazzling display of amazing artistry.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Storytelling in Marketing Storytelling in marketing is a powerful tool to engage audiences. It allows brands to create an emotional connection with their customers. This drives loyalty and sales. Narratives and anecdotes help to communicate brand values. Authenticity is vital when it comes to storytelling. Genuine stories and experiences make customers inclined to connect with brands.

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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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We And The Color

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Unleashing Creativity: The Brand Guidelines Design Template by TemplatesForest. Welcome to the wild, wonderful world of brand identity! In this realm where creativity knows no bounds, a well-crafted brand guidelines design template can be the key to unlocking your brand’s potential. Imagine a canvas where your brand’s personality comes to life, where consistency reigns supreme, and where your message is communicated in a visually captivating manner.

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SEPTEMBER 16, 2023

8 mins read Design is a very large field. It ranges from illustration and other types of graphic design, to web design and to product design. Product design is, possibly, the most challenging aspect of design. It combines art, technology and usability in order to create new products that people can actually use and that they will find useful.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock In print and online, these are the best places to find visual inspiration, tips and tutorials, and expert advice on photography. In the world of photography, you never stop learning, so staying inspired and informed is crucial. Whether you're a budding amateur or an experienced professional, there are always new techniques to learn, new equipment to try, new perspectives to consider, and industry news to keep on top of.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

How to Make Passive Income as a Freelance Graphic Designer Passive income is a dream for freelance graphic designers. To make money without working constantly? That's financial stability and freedom! But how do they get there? This article reveals the world of passive income and the strategies freelance graphic designers can use. One way to generate passive income is by creating and selling digital products.

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