Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2024

We've got a selection of 10 amazing illustrators that are sure to inspire you. Looking to commission an illustrator or just seeking fresh visual inspiration for your own work? But it's easy to escape because there's a whole world of illustration out there. Caver Zhang Caver Zhang is a freelance illustrator based in Jinan, China.

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Just Creative

MARCH 23, 2024

The graphic design field is ever-changing, yet the rock stars of the graphic design industry are still, mainly, men. Get inspired by these rockin’ female graphic designers! Get inspired by these rockin’ female graphic designers! Her book illustrations are rich. You’re hooked!

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

For graphic designers especially, print magazines offer a source of inspiration that's tangible and immersive and presents content in a completely different visual way to digital. So, reading one is a great way to see design from a different perspective and get renewed enthusiasm for your craft. It’s academic yet accessible.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 31, 2024

Auckland-based illustrator Joseph Carrington creates instantly recognisable work thanks to his sleek, deceptively simple style. Having originally trained as a graphic designer, Joseph Carrington pivoted to illustration seven years ago. Outside of animation, Joseph likes to illustrate things he thinks he's bad at.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 14, 2022

We've all had days when we just haven't seen eye-to-eye with a client. When you get to that point, it's worth reflecting on how often this happens and whether you need to approach your client relationships differently. Total dick move and a turn off for current and potential clients if they see it.". We couldn't agree more!

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2023

Image courtesy of Shillington Graphic design is a mysterious profession to many, but it's easily explained. We team up with Shillington to provide a jargon-free FAQ covering all aspects of graphic design. To many people, the job title 'graphic designer' is mysterious. What does a graphic designer do?

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Designer Daily

JUNE 28, 2023

Image source In a world fueled by visual storytelling, where creativity knows no bounds, a graphic design degree becomes your passport to a universe of limitless possibilities. Get ready to unlock the doors to a world where imagination and innovation merge, where every stroke of your design can make a lasting impact.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 21, 2022

Want to become a graphic designer? In the old days, that would have meant spending three years at university, then moving to a big city and interning at a design agency. But how, exactly, do you become a professional graphic designer from home? Image licensed via Adobe Stock. Study the fundamentals.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Eastbourne-based illustrator Beth Tibbles specialises in creating colourful illustrations brimming with joy and humour. We caught up with her to learn more about her journey so far, how she looped back into illustration, and what it's like to go freelance. She's since gone on to work with clients such as BBC Teach and Channel 5.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 23, 2024

That's exactly what illustrator, designer and creative consultant Molly Maine did in 2016, and since then, she's been enjoying the joy of travel while bringing her creative ambitions to life. And on top of that, her ambitions of becoming an illustrator were still niggling away in her mind. Her solution?

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 30, 2024

Atlanta-based graphic designer and illustrator Broly Su brings both his skills together in work inspired by retro toys, hip-hop culture and graffiti. Sleek, stylish and funny, Broly Su's award-winning illustrations have been featured by the likes of Adult Swim, NBA and Sprite, to name a few.

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Just Creative

MAY 23, 2023

Our daily routines have long included graphic design. A successful company today can only be imagined with a unique face created by designers. In this article, we’ve compiled a selection of the best books for graphic designers in 2023. You’ll learn about this idea a lot in graphic design, among many others.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The worlds of illustration and variable fonts collide in a new project from creative duo Rob en Robin titled F. Variable fonts have shaken up the world of typography by making it easier for designers to create custom letterforms. But what if the same could apply to illustrations? That's the inspiration behind F.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Quebec-based illustrator and graphic designer Chad Grenier uses his beautiful illustrations as a means of connecting with other people and the world around him. Still, it was a graphic design course booklet that would take him in a more artistic direction. "It Wise words.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Shillington , which provides intensive graphic design courses in the UK, US, Australia and online , knows a fair bit about the subject, as they've been helping their graduates enter the profession for 25 years. Our Computerlovers are empowered to make their own decisions, with the guidelines to ensure we deliver value for our clients.

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Creative Boom

JULY 12, 2022

For Sumangla Bishnoi , one particular moment in her past made her realise that graphic design was for her. It meant she could say in the US, and she decided to start her own company as an LLC, working as a visual designer and building a roster of clients, including Adobe, TikTok and Google. Sumangla Bishnoi.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2024

In today's sluggish economy, finding new clients and maintaining a steady workflow is more challenging than ever for graphic designers, illustrators, artists and other creatives. As designer Sophie O'Connor puts it: "Unless you're making videos or reels daily, it doesn't seem to be worth posting work on Instagram."

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Creative Boom

JULY 18, 2023

Or looking to commission an illustrator for a project? Look no further, as we list the best UK illustration agents around right now and the details you need to know. Looking for more money, better commissions, better clients and generally more respect as an illustrator? Illustrators on their roster include Alex T.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

How to Get Graphic Design Clients Right Now: 5 Amazing Tactics That Work Freelancing offers graphic designers immense freedom and flexibility to be their boss and build their brand. While over 90% of graphic designers are freelancers, many need help with inconsistencies in new client acquisition.

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Just Creative

APRIL 20, 2023

In today’s fast-paced world of graphic design, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and tools is critical to success. With the advent of new technologies and software, there has been a proliferation of resources available to designers, which can enhance their creativity and help them produce stunning visual content.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

For its new track Out Of, French band Claptrap appointed Geoffroy Pithon and Gérald Fleury to create a stop-motion music video that mixes paint, drawings and paper cut-outs with a little lettering all in Pithon's distinctive style – a pleasing mash-up that treads a fine line between art and graphic design.

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Have you ever thought about starting a career in graphic design or has it been a while since you last worked in the field and you want to refresh your skills? Whether you want to learn about graphic design, learn a new language, or even learn how to grow watermelons, chances are there is a resource out there for you to learn how.

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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. Sounds dreamy, right? she tells Creative Boom. "I

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Creative Boom

JUNE 27, 2022

What Dylan had to say about design, the creative industry, new ways of working, and the joys of New York is well worth paying attention to. There are so many design studios in New York: what makes Gretel different? Graphic design is essentially ephemeral. There weren't any artists or designers to be found.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Art director, designer and illustrator Teddy Kang has had an eventful couple of years. Since the pandemic, he's moved from Toronto back to China, working in new creative fields and rediscovering his routes as an illustrator. We met him to hear how his work and life have evolved. It's been a wild ride for the past three years!"

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The popular Swedish illustrator reveals how success carries its own burdens and the need to balance personal and commercial work to protect your mental health. With a BA in graphic design from Central Saint Martins, Alva is currently represented by Jelly and is challenging norms and helping shape the future of illustration.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 3, 2021

Graphic design is an incredible career choice for those with a creative vision for their future. With in-demand graphic design skills, you can choose to find steady work in a multinational organization, work with local businesses on ad campaigns, or you could freelance, picking your own clients and working to your own schedule.

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Designer Daily

JANUARY 21, 2022

Any graphic designer, as well as an artist, would tell you that the right tools are the key to successful work. And as for graphic designers , it’s not about a canvas and brushes but powerful software. It lacks some features that software tools like Illustrator and Corel Draw have.”. Adobe Photoshop.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

How to Get Clients for a Local Graphic Design Business As a skilled graphic designer , your ability to create eye-catching, memorable, and practical designs can be the driving force behind the success of local enterprises. What is CAC for Graphic Designers?

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We And The Color

JANUARY 24, 2024

Unleashing Creative Independence: Thriving in the Design World Without Clients The hustle and bustle of client relationships may not be everyone’s cup of creative tea, but envisioning a design business sans clients might seem like an oxymoron. Well, it’s time to unleash your creativity on the world.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 22, 2023

Multi-disciplined creative and globetrotter Maria Navarro Sanchez combines illustration and design to create stunning and empowering artwork. Based in the German city of Karlsruhe, illustrator and designer Maria Navarro Sanchez's career has been meandering. After this, she completed an MA in graphic design. "I

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Creative Boom

MARCH 25, 2024

She moved to the capital after completing her illustration degree at John Moore's University in Liverpool to continue her design education and hone her skills at Shillington College. They're everything I loved about art, culture and music, so for them to reach out to me as a client was a big accomplishment for me."

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Graphic designer and art director Rafael Medeiros shares his experiences. Born in Rio de Janeiro, Rafael Medeiros moved to LA in 2012 after graduating in Brazil in graphic design. Overall, though, he's really missing his normal work, designing key art in strike-free times. "I And it's not been all bad. "I

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 27, 2024

The graphic design industry is constantly evolving, with new tools and technologies emerging to streamline workflows and enhance creativity. These innovative platforms are transforming the way designers approach mockups, offering a plethora of benefits that can significantly improve efficiency and design outcomes.

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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. I really wanted to learn how to make my own, which is how I discovered graphic design." I volunteered and loved it.

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Just Creative

JUNE 19, 2023

Are you captivated by the world of graphic design or need some basic design advice for your marketing, but unsure where to start? Do you find yourself drawn to creating logos , brand identities , social graphics , and packaging , but feel overwhelmed by the complexity of it all? Let’s dive in! SPECIAL OFFER!

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Invest in high-quality design assets crafted by respected professionals, however, and you can enjoy the best of both worlds: getting your project completed ahead of time while still creating beautiful, high-end visuals for your client and their customers. Looking for the highest quality design products to advance your designs?

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