Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Reflecting its commitment to social change, the Hague-based design agency has crafted a colourful and impactful new identity for itself. Located in The Hague, Netherlands, JUST is a design agency deeply committed to making a societal impact. Founded in 2007, it offers a comprehensive range of design services, from strategic branding to digital solutions, all crafted in its own studio.
SpeckyBoy
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Posters are among the most common art forms. You probably had a few of them on your wall as a child. They cover the full spectrum of people, places, and events. They also serve as an inspiration for web designers. Their use of color and typography is part of how we see the world. We can see the impact all over the web. What’s more, we can recreate and enhance the experience online.
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I Love Typography
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Read the book, Typographic Firsts Steven Heller takes a closer look at Jamie Clarke’s 3D Rig Solid font family. The post Steven Heller’s Font of the Month: Rig Solid appeared first on I Love Typography.
Design Milk
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
In Paris’s 4th arrondissement near the historic Place de Bastille, a renovation has taken place within the prestigious Hotel de Sagonne. Originally conceived in 1668 by Jules Hardouin-Mansart as his private residence, this Baroque structure has undergone several transformations over the years, including its conversion into multiple apartments in the mid-20th century.
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
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Image licensed via Adobe Stock Facing your fears and sharing your creative work online can be daunting, but it's essential for growth and success in the digital age. Here's how to overcome the hurdles and thrive. A lot of us don't like to admit this, even to ourselves. But in today's digital landscape, putting yourself and your work out there is crucial for creative professionals.
Graphic Design Junction
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
In today’s fast-paced digital world, creating stunning visuals is more important than ever. Whether you’re a photographer, graphic designer, or content creator, Photoshop actions are essential tools that simplify complex edits and enhance your photos with just a few clicks. These pre-recorded steps allow users to achieve professional-quality results without the need for advanced technical knowledge.
Graphic Arts Today brings together the best content for graphic arts professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Design Milk
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Through its evolution as the Central American country’s capital and an ever-scrappy microcosm of different cultures – the lasting impact of the many polymathic radical thinkers and creatives that have passed through its vast sprawl at one point or another – Mexico City has long been a test bed for experimental architecture. The lack of regulation has long made the metropolis a particularly auspicious canvas of sorts for maverick talents to play with volume, material, and other characteristics.
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Lucky Duck is a quirky twist on the classic UK Chinese restaurant, blending traditional elements with tongue-in-cheek charm. At Creative Boom, we're big fans of the work of Angel & Anchor , who describe themselves as "a ballsy branding studio based in Belfast; we work hard, we listen, we give a s**t." And so back in March, we reported on their work crafting a visual identity for a stylish New York-esque cocktail bar in the city called Southside Social.
Graphic Design Junction
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
The typography world is always evolving, and as 2025 approaches, designers are looking for the latest trends to incorporate into their projects. One style that’s consistently captivating creatives is brush and script fonts. Whether you’re designing logos, branding materials, or social media posts, these fonts bring a level of authenticity and flair that modern designs crave.
Creative Bloq
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
Take your art to the next level with Eugenia Vi as she talks through vital techniques for setting a mood in your work.
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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
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
If there is an art to blending the charm of heirlooms with the freshness of modern design, Jessica Helgerson , of Jessica Helgerson Interior Design , has undoubtedly mastered it. As the design director and principal of her eponymous studio, Helgerson is unveiling the Bobine collection, a series of table lamps that mark the studio’s first in-house product line.
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Professional Overall Winner: Mark Smith Last night, the winners of the World Illustration Awards were announced via an online ceremony hosted by renowned artist Aurélia Durand, along with a collection of special guests to present them. Today on Creative Boom, you can check out the winning artworks. Alongside the Society of Illustrators Awards in the United States, the UK's World Illustration Awards rank among the most prestigious across the applied arts.
Graphic Design Junction
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Presenting your branding concepts professionally can make all the difference in winning over clients and securing contracts. A well-designed Stationery Mockup allows you to showcase your branding assets in a realistic and visually appealing way. Whether you’re designing for a corporate client or creating personal branding projects, having the right branding mockups is essential for demonstrating how your designs will look in real-life applications.
Creative Bloq
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
19 fonts to elevate your resume and make an impact at first sight.
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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
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
While design is inherently woven into hotels through architecture and furniture, infusing fashion into a property’s essence poses a far greater challenge – one that SO/ Paris gracefully celebrates throughout its most recent transformation. This fashion-forward sensibility extends to the hotel’s boutique, partnering with the likes of legendary LVMH-owned department store, La Samaritaine , for year-round activations in the lobby.
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Swedish studio Bercow is helping the Nordic retailer reimagine 3,500 products across four countries, harmonising diverse market identities through clever use of a superellipse. Not to be confused with the British retailer Co-op, Coop Trading is a Danish trading company owned by four Nordic consumer cooperatives. Recently, it decided to consolidate its presence across four Scandinavian markets, which required a comprehensive rebranding effort.
Inkbot Design
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Here’s the Best Logo Design Software for Every Budget Too many brands don't appreciate the power of a professional logo to make them successful. It can be daunting to dive into logo design with so many alternatives available, from extremely affordable to highly expensive. Thankfully, using the right software, you can design a great-looking logo representing your brand within your reach.
Creative Bloq
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
21 classic typefaces certain to make your thumbnails stand out.
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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.
Its Nice That
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
Inspired by a soundscape crafted by the agency Father, the ten winning designs from Manchester School of Art students use minimalist gradients, synaesthesia and data-based typography.
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
XG by Alxndra Cook We talk to Yvette Earl, Tatyana Alanis, Kyle Platts, Alxndra Cook, and Ryan Gillett – five talented illustrators who draw people convincingly and in unique styles that engage the viewer. As many an artist will tell you, illustrating people is one of the hardest skills to learn. Although it seems to come naturally to some – inherent talent, you could say – the reality is that it's an ability learned through practice, patience and observation until, eventually… perfection!
Design Milk
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Sir Paul Smith , known for his classic tailoring and the iconic 40-color Signature Stripe, has teamed up with Artek to reimagine three classic designs in their collection. Artek Reimagined by Paul Smith includes: Stool 60 , Screen 100 , and Coat Rack 109. Always an admirer of Alvar and Aino Aalto, he is heavily inspired by their work and influence in the scope of modern design.
Creative Bloq
SEPTEMBER 13, 2024
Daily inspiration for creative people. Fresh thinking, expert tips and tutorials to supercharge your creative muscles.
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.
Inkbot Design
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024
Logo Design ROI: The Hidden Value of Visual Identity A swoosh here, golden arches there, an apple with a bite taken out. In an instant, you know exactly what brands they are. That's the power of a well-designed logo. It is not just a pretty picture; it's a secret weapon in your marketing armoury. But here is the thing: too many companies think a logo is an afterthought, one more checkmark on a list of start-up things to do.
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
Illustration by Mia Angioy for Creative Boom Today, we kick off a special six-part series focused on the use of music in modern design. In part one, we look at the importance of music to visual content, share examples of how this works in practice, and share pro tips for picking the right tracks. In the digital age, where visual content reigns supreme, music is a secret weapon that can elevate your videos, presentations and social media posts from good to unforgettable.
Design Milk
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
True privacy comes at a premium in our modern world, with companies constantly shuffling their cards, vying to win our attention. The Shanti Chair by Futurewave for Inner Design aims to bring a sense of well-being and peace to the workspace. This chair, engineered to enclose the user in a fan-like covering, provides a sense of calm and tranquility in the midst of a regular workday.
Creative Bloq
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
Whether its Nvidia, AMD or Intel, finding the right graphics card for a creative workflow is complex, this is how to choose.
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.
Graphic Design Junction
SEPTEMBER 8, 2024
The best VPN for graphic designers provides unmatched security, allowing creatives to access design resources globally without restrictions. In the fast-paced digital future, VPNs will enhance collaboration by safeguarding sensitive projects and enabling seamless, secure connections across borders. Stay ahead in design innovation with top-tier encryption and unrestricted internet access.
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
With a background as a tattoo artist, Tom Strom is an emerging American illustrator whose images will draw you in and perhaps give you a little scare. But what's life without a little peril now and again? One minute, you feel like stroking the cute, cycloptic kitten as it sits amongst the birdhouses with a yellow chick perched in the crook of its tale.
Design Milk
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Cover Architecture , a Los Angeles-based firm, has introduced a fresh take on accessory dwelling units (ADUs) with their recent project, the Moongate ADU. Situated in a quiet neighborhood of Altadena, the 620-square-foot residence features an eye-catching sculptural facade and a creative blend of geometric forms, making it stand out as a modern addition to a 1960s ranch-style property.
Creative Bloq
SEPTEMBER 10, 2024
How to configure a laptop for graphic design, 3D modelling, rendering, video editing and more.
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