Creative Boom

APRIL 22, 2024

New York-based illustrator Wenjia Tang has transported her captivating style to the land of fiction in her latest book, Mountain Temple. Wenjia Tang's beautiful illustrations are a familiar sight in nonfiction books, ad campaigns, and editorials. One day, after following an old wolf, Ding is led to the temple of the Mountain God.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 15, 2024

Halftone art, with its distinctive dotted patterns, has been a timeless favorite among graphic designers and artists alike. It adds depth, texture, and a vintage charm to designs, making them stand out with character and style. Vintage Halftone Illustrator Text Effects 10. Halftone Textures 14. Halftone Photo Effect 3.

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Booooooom

MARCH 7, 2024

I recently connected with a talented illustrator and designer by the name of Andrew Fairclough, who many of you may know as the founder of True Grit Texture Supply. I'm extremely impressed with what he's created and the sheer number of incredible artists using his tools speaks for itself.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Pennsylvania-based illustrator and designer Laura Moyer has created stunning work for Disney, Pixar and Apple, all from the comfort of her cabin in the woods. But for illustrator and designer Laura Moyer, it's a reality that she wouldn't trade for the world. Most illustrators are in the same boat and are equally happy to connect.

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Just Creative

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Did you ever want to be an artist growing up? Maybe you reached that goal and work in graphic design but for some of us, maybe we didn’t possess the natural skill or talent that the best artists in the world have. Thanks to the wonderful world of the internet, those dreams of being an artist can be real again with online courses.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 24, 2024

Award-winning London-based illustrator Josh Patterson specialises in creating bright, bold and playful artwork that grabs people's attention. Like many illustrators, Josh settled on a creative path when he was young. However this doesn't mean that all of his illustrations take this approach. "I

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 23, 2023

New York-based illustrator Carlos Miranda specialises in creating vibrant, trippy artworks that tap into the imagery from his subconscious. We caught up with him to learn more about his work and how a background in engineering set him up for a career in illustration. Carlos Miranda's career as an illustrator has hit the ground running.

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Grunge textures are easily any designer’s favorite effect because of the organic ruggedness they extend to designs. Not only do they add depth to illustrations and works of art, but they also help humanize photos too, making them fit vintage catalogs even better. Be creative! There is no limit. Download Now 2. Download Now 3.

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Creative Boom

MAY 15, 2023

© Lisa Ha London-based illustrator and designer Lisa Ha seeks out the positives in the world with her joyful artwork that focuses on "exploring ideas and bringing them to life with imagery." Brought to life with beautifully-textured washes, Lisa's illustrations are a lovely reminder of the joy that can be found in the world.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

© Van Saiyan Spanish illustrator Van Saiyan recalls special moments from his childhood when creating gloriously retro artwork that evokes the look and feel of old-school pulp comics. His illustrations have appeared in editorial columns for the likes of The Washington Post, Forbes and Entertainment Weekly.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Putting together samples of your work for art directors, editors, and others might sound straightforward, but many illustrators find it anything but. We share some tips from the Creative Boom community on presenting your illustrations in the best possible light. Quality over quantity."

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Creative Boom

MARCH 20, 2023

James Olstein chats to us about his love of zines, how web design led to his career as a freelance illustrator, and how his love of screen printing has shaped his work as a digital artist. He admits to always being an artistic kid, and his parents always encouraged his creative interests so long as they weren't too noisy.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 25, 2024

In today’s digital age, the art of illustration has transcended traditional mediums, finding a new canvas in the digital realm. Among the plethora of tools available, Procreate stands out as a powerful ally for artists, offering a versatile platform to unleash their creativity. List of Procreate Tutorials: 1.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 29, 2023

Illustrator and designer Erin Ruane presents the familiar characters of the Zodiac in a new light in her latest project, which transforms them into a gorgeous set of cohesive images. Each has its distinctive design and personality, making them a popular subject for artists as well as people devoted to the readings of their star sign.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Amsterdam-based artist and commercial illustrator Asia Orlando specialises in creating vibrant, playful images that pull viewers in with intricate details. It's easy to get lost in the illustrations of Asia Orlando, but that's no bad thing. This led Asia to take a bold leap towards the world of illustration. "I

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Spoon Graphics

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

In today’s Adobe Photoshop tutorial I’m going to show you how to create hand lettering illustrations the easy way! Usually, illustrations like this would be created by hand with pen and paper, but it takes some artistic skills to be able to plan and craft the image with no ‘undo’ button! Assets used: ?

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 31, 2022

Bay-area-based artist Goldie Cai explores the joy of daily life and the world of mental health in her bold, textural illustrations that make the most of limited palettes and bright colours. I would find myself studying and looking at an illustration repeatedly.". © Goldie Cai. © Goldie Cai. © Goldie Cai.

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Creative Boom

MAY 11, 2023

Georgia-based freelance illustrator Changyu Zou creates surreal, dream-like illustrations that harness the written language's powers and convert them into images that will transport you to another world. Originally from China, Changyu moved overseas to study an MFA in illustration at the Savannah College of Art.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 26, 2024

In the realm of contemporary digital illustrations art, one name shines brightly: Samji Illustrator. With a unique style characterized by vibrant colors, intricate details, and whimsical narratives, Samji has carved a niche for themselves in the world of illustration. You can catch Samji’s on Behance.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 23, 2024

Illustrator Irene Chung explores that hypothesis by integrating her journalistic and healthcare backgrounds into her visual work. However, for me, illustration is a way to communicate and tell stories, especially for the subjects I deeply care about." Everyone has their guilty pleasures. Don't they? But what exactly are they?

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Creative Boom

APRIL 24, 2022

Vintage paper, daily fantasies, and retro-futurism are just some of the many inspirations that fuel illustrator Megan Du. Originally from China, Megan Du is a London-based artist studying illustration at the University of the Arts London. The bold colours, fascinating textures and interesting typography make me addicted to it.".

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

And that's independent artists and designers. These are hand-drawn, beautifully printed, gorgeous creations that will more than impress that special someone but also go a long way to generously support the artists, makers, independent shops and designers all relying on your business to thrive. You're Blooming Wonderful by Toucan Tango.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 19, 2022

Illustrator, designer and author Aura Lewis creates joyful, colourful worlds where the personal is political. Renowned for her feminist-themed illustrations, Aura's work takes traditionally 'girly' visual elements and turns them into empowering statements. When did you first know that you wanted to be an illustrator?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 5, 2023

© Anna Knopf Germany-based illustrator and storyteller Anna Knopf creates delightfully snug worlds in her atmospheric artwork populated by people, plants, and members of the animal kingdom. Don't worry if you can't do this for real, though, because Anna Knopf's delightful illustrations will take you there. Sounds like heaven, right?

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 3, 2023

So far, 2023 has been a quiet year for New York City-based illustrator David Huang. It's been just over twelve months since we last caught up with David Huang when we talked to the Taiwanese American illustrator about the struggles he's experienced in order to carve out a career as an artist.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 28, 2023

San Francisco-based illustrator Emma Cheng has swapped her stethoscope for sketchbooks by switching from a medical career to a full-time freelance illustrator. But for Taiwanese illustrator Emma Cheng, the two can work together in stunning and surprising ways. When did you know you wanted to be an illustrator?

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Spoon Graphics

MAY 29, 2020

Access All Areas members have a useful pack of Procreate brushes to download this week, courtesy of Riveros Illustration. This set of brushes is perfect for sketching, inking, and adding powerful textures to your art. Easily create grainy shading and gradients with 33 brush options, each with a unique textured appearance.

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Just Creative

MARCH 8, 2021

Brushes you use should be competent enough to emulate the exact texture, tone, and gradient you’re looking for. Therefore, we present you with a curated selection of the 10 best watercolor brush sets that you can use with Adobe Illustrator. Top 10 Best Watercolor Brushes for Illustrator. Watercolor Brushes – $18.

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Just Creative

MARCH 3, 2021

Adobe Illustrator is used by millions of professional and hobbyist graphic designers all over the world. With this in mind, we wanted to feature 30 Illustrator Brushes, both free and paid, so that when you need something other than just the standard brushes, you can add one of these to your toolbox. If you’re ready, let’s get started.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 11, 2022

Then check out this beautiful picture book from Elenia Beretta , an Italian illustrator based in Berlin. I like the idea of gouache because of its texture," she continues. My favourite illustrators are Quentin Blake, Maurice Sendak, Alice and Martin Provensen, and Tomi Ungerer," she says. "My But also because it's natural.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2022

Born in China, Ninki began to draw from a young age and has been practising the medium of illustration ever since. After graduating from the China Academy of Art a few years later, Ninki moved to Japan to commence work as a freelance illustrator. Ninki is on the path to a flourishing career as an illustrator. It's amazing."

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Creative Boom

MARCH 7, 2022

Olga Shtonda is an award-winning illustrator from Kharkiv, Ukraine, who loves to combine different graphic techniques with printmaking, ink, pencils, collages and digital. But then I felt that I have enough will to fight for Ukraine with my main weapon, illustration. © Olga Shtonda. Right now, she's in Mexico visiting a friend.

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Creative Boom

JULY 20, 2022

Book Illustration Winner 2022 – Gérard DuBois. And the winners of the 2022 V&A Illustration Awards have been revealed. The V&A Illustration Awards made a triumphant return in 2022 after taking two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, and nearly 1,500 applicants submitted their work to be considered for this year's award.

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Abduzeedo

JULY 17, 2023

Mastering the Art of Vivid, Textured Illustration abduzeedo 0717—23 In a captivating exploration of color and form, the Brazilian illustrator Leo Vargas has brought to life a mesmerizing personal project that deftly fuses the extraordinary with the ordinary. Texture is another critical element in Vargas' work.

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Colossal

JANUARY 26, 2024

” All images © Muhammad Fatchurofi, shared with permission Semarang, Indonesia-based artist Muhammad Fatchurofi translates the dappled, grainy textures of the printing press into his vivid illustrations. “Leap.”

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Spoon Graphics

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Portraits of people lacking their skin and flesh seems to be a weirdly popular subject for many artists and illustrators, with skulls and skeletons being depicted in all kinds of art styles ranging from nightmarish horror scenes to humerus cartoon characters. Skull Illustration by Kacper Gilka Art. T-Shirt Design by Oleg Gert.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 4, 2024

Digital art and illustrations have evolved into a powerful and dynamic form of artistic expression, pushing the boundaries of creativity and imagination. In the year 2024, we find ourselves amidst a thriving era of digital artwork, witnessing the awe-inspiring creations of professional artists and illustrator designers.

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