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.

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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.

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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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Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Move over envy, green is donning a fresh face and a new attitude that’s totally Brat. Often referred to as hyper and hedonistic, the searing hue is causing a raucous from somewhere between chartreuse and slime-green – HEX #8ACE00 , to be exact. This color, developed from pixels rather than pigment, has supersaturated the zeitgeist with tendrils of influence extending from the digital world into a very physical realm with significant implications.

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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

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.

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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.

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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.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The West Coast steak 'n' seafood chain went bust in 2020. But now it's back, and the brand has been reinvented from the ground up. Not to be confused with Sizzling Pubs in the UK, Sizzler is a US-based restaurant chain with locations mainly in California and some in the nearby states of Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, Idaho, Utah, and Oregon. Known for steak, seafood, and salad bar items, it was once a beloved West Coast institution.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

Images reprinted from Cone of Shame by Winnie Au © 2024, designs by Marie-Yan Morvan © 2024. Published by Union Square & Co. We speak to the Brooklyn-based photographer about the inspiration for her unsual new series, and her tips for photographing pets successfully. Based in Brooklyn, New York, Winnie Au is an editorial and commercial photographer who spends her time photographing "people, animals, food, and the spaces where all of these things live".

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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.

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Creative Bloq

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Daily inspiration for creative people. Fresh thinking, expert tips and tutorials to supercharge your creative muscles.

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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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We And The Color

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Design is more than just work; it’s a way of life. If you’ve ever found yourself critiquing a poorly aligned menu at a restaurant or dreaming about Pantone swatches, you might just be a design nerd. Here’s a list of 10 telltale signs that prove you’ve fallen headfirst into the colorful, grid-lined rabbit hole of design obsession. 1. Your Font Collection is Larger Than Your Wardrobe Let’s face it—who needs more than a couple of pairs of jeans when you have 732 fonts at your disposal?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The stress goes out as the creativity comes in with Fran Cieslar's oracle deck, which combines anatomical and botanical illustrations to help us see the inner world of our bodies in a different light. You're lying on the yoga mat trying to get into a calming position that is impossible to relax in when the instructor says, "Now think about your spleen.

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HONGKIAT

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The idea of a four-day workweek has been circulating for a while, but recently, more companies are adopting it, and it’s becoming a hot topic among bloggers worldwide. Working just four days and having three days off is a dream for employees, but employers who aren’t yet familiar with the benefits might not see it the same way. Efficiency should not be equated with the number of hours or days worked—they are not the same.

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Creative Bloq

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024

Variable is the focus of the decade so far, along with handwritten, multilingual and nostalgic.

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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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Colossal

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

October 14, 2023, marked the annual solar eclipse in the U.S. For photographer Ryan Imperio, the event also ushered in a rare opportunity to capture the progression of Baily’s beads. Appearing like glimmering rings, Baily’s beads occur when the sun shines through the valleys and craters on the moon’s surface, allowing light to leak through the mass darkening event.

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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!

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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.

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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.

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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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Colossal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The 2024 Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition broke its 60-year record with a whopping 59,228 entries from 117 countries and territories. Hosted annually by the Natural History Museum , the contest is known for showcasing the drama, humor, and harsh realities found in every part of the globe. This year’s shortlist includes a pair of images taken at the moment large cats catch their prey, along with several tussles, one between bees and another with an annoyed lioness and her overe

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The new initiative highlights iconic BBC logos and graphic design, offering a nostalgic collection for apparel, accessories, and gifts. Today, the BBC has unlocked a treasure trove of nostalgia for fans of its iconic television and radio shows, launching a brand-new platform that celebrates its rich graphic design history. Titled BBC Playback, the creative initiative—led by the BBC Studios 's Brands and Licensing team—showcases some of the most memorable logos and visual elements from across the

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Inspiration Feed

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

TIME has its Person of the Year, ESPN has its ESPY’s, and the Nobel Prize folks sometimes have as many as 49 awards (and big checks!) to dole out each year. However, if you’re interested in design, fashion, art, or… The post 5 Interesting and Inspiring Facts About Pantone’s 2019 Color of the Year appeared first on Inspirationfeed.

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Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Symmetry, a concept found inextricably throughout nature, is something our brains are hardwired to perceive. Expert pattern seekers, we are drawn to repetitive noises, colors, and movements as physically calming or perhaps cathartic. Austrian-born sculptor Erwin Hauer knew this to be true, and devoted his life to the pursuit of symmetry. He is known for his seminal work in Modular Constructivism, a movement characterized by repetitious surfaces made of carefully constructed modules, usually orga

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