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London Design Festival 2020 reveals first installations and freelancer focus

Design Week

London Design Festival has revealed the first stages of 2020 line-up, which includes landmark projects and new design districts as well as a virtual showcase. Support for freelancers. The co-founders announced a “spotlight” on freelancers this year. A new design route has been introduced for 2020.

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Patrick Nelson's breathtaking collages bring a graphic design sensibility to the world of art

Creative Boom

He sells his work online, in galleries and through curated shops. In 2020 he was featured in the De Young Open in San Francisco, a juried community art exhibition. In June this year, he announced he was joining the artist roster at the California-based Aerena Galleries. Then the pandemic rolled around, and I took advantage.

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Meet Shillington Graduates Who Became Freelance Graphic Designers

Shillington

Looking to become a freelance graphic designer ? At Shillington, with over 25 years experience, we know a thing or two about turning people from graphic design zeroes to freelance heroes—and we thought it would be helpful to share some of their experiences and journeys with you. ” Read more from Sarah.

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35 Best Photography WordPress Themes For 2020

Graphic Design Junction

The most versatile, easy to use multi-purpose photography themes have amazing photo gallery options for showcasing your photos amazingly. 30 Best eCommerce WordPress Themes For 2020. Professional Resume Templates Of 2020. 2020’s Best Photography Themes. All themes are fully responsive. Unlimited Downloads.

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Kevin Rooi on dealing with rejection, making best use of AI and being your own boss

Creative Boom

In 2020, he secured his first agency job via MediaMonks , and then later, joined Denstu Creative. During this time, I was also freelancing to gain more experience and obtain additional skills which I always heard during interviews. It opens doors to opportunities such as freelance gigs or finding a job. Networking is crucial.

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“I’m very aware of how vulnerable I am”: how freelancers are facing the pandemic

Design Week

It’s a damning set of statistics, but one that many freelancers and self-employed designers will be all too familiar with eight months into the pandemic. “[The sector] was hit pretty badly in lockdown with galleries and exhibitions closing,” he says. “It was stressful, I felt pretty helpless,” he says.

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Daniel Sulzberg on how illustration has changed and what value artists can bring that AI can't replace

Creative Boom

I landed a job as a creative director for Red Bull Cartoon and learned how to illustrate for brands, and then I started to freelance on the side. Starting my studio felt right when I went out independently in the freelance world. Can the freelance mentality ever stop? I wanted to start bringing those characters to life.