Spoon Graphics

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Traditionally, engraved designs are carved into metal or wooden surfaces with sharp tools, but the visual style of engraving is also replicated in design and illustrative work. Ornate floral elements, detailed patterns, and intricate linework are common features that make engravings such a fascinating art style. In today’s inspiration showcase I present 40 amazing designs that are based on the aesthetics of scratchboard illustrations, etching, and vintage engravings.

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I Love Typography

OCTOBER 21, 2019

To the Egyptians, it was a reflection of the Nile; for the Babylonians, a giant serpent or length of rope. In Greek mythology, the infant Heracles was brought to suckle at the breast of a sleeping Hera, the goddess of childbirth. When she wakes, she pushes the child away and her milk splashes against the […]. The post Hera’s Milky Way & the Origins of the Multiverse appeared first on I Love Typography.

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Creative Market

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Graphic design is all around us. It’s showcased as visuals across multiple different mediums to express a message or tell a story. Liz Meyer , Senior Brand Designer at Creative Market, explains that she likes “to think of Graphic Design as art that analyzes and solves a problem. The first question you ask yourself when being handed a brief or project should always be—what problem am I trying to solve?”.

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Canva

OCTOBER 9, 2019

Have you made the most out of geometric patterns? Sounds like a bit of an odd question, I know, but geometric patterns are an incredibly useful tool that you can really tap into. Geometric patterns when used correctly can be highly flexible, visually effective and in some cases, very functional. You can use them to bring vibrancy and life to your designs or a softer elegance and style to them.

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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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BP&O

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Opinion by Richard Baird Origen México is a encyclopaedic collection of cultural reference points from Mexico, and an expression of love for its land and identity, edited by Ámbar Editores and Paola Gonzalez Vargas. Written in Spanish it covers things such as, Barro negro pottery; the black clay pottery of Oaxaca, Barrancas del Cobre; the six canyons […].

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Lisa Maltby

OCTOBER 18, 2019

Back in July I opened a big can of worms and conducted a survey about pricing illustration. Money is notoriously difficult to discuss and so I offered both illustrators and commissioners the opportunity to contribute anonymous insight into their experiences. The data was eye-opening and revealed that, while illustration proved extremely lucrative for some, many experienced illustrators weren’t making a sustainable living from their work.

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Envato Tuts+

OCTOBER 4, 2019

The key to great design is to know your way around different typefaces. And one of the quickest ways to elevate your designs is with stylish, beautiful cursive fonts. Check out this collection of 30 incredible script fonts you'll want to incorporate into your next creative project! 30 Stylish & Beautiful Cursive Fonts. Whether you love handwritten fonts, vintage-inspired scripts, or squiggly typefaces, we've got unique cursive styles just for you!

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Creative Market

OCTOBER 28, 2019

Typography plays a quiet role in our lives, whether you notice it or not. From shop signage, product labels, to movie posters, and cover letters – type is everywhere. And it’s been here long before people specialized in it. Today, there are all kinds of typography as well as a study dedicated to it. There are experts who make sure the right kind of letters is used in the right settings.

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Canva

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Ever wondered how brands create iconic logos that are instantly recognizable across the world? Did it happen by chance, or, was it the outcome of a strategic design choice? We like to think it’s the second option. Below, we share some ideas you can borrow from some of the most famous logos ever designed. When designing a logo for your business or personal brand, it’s helpful to think of it as the welcome mat to your home: the first thing guests see.

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Advertiser: Issuu

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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BP&O

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Opinion by Richard Baird One Wellington, a partnership between LAS Group and Qualitas, is a new property development located in the Melbourne suburb of St Kilda, not far from eclectic Fitzroy Street. Designed by KPDO, the building’s architecture, comprised of 181 apartments spread across two buildings of 26 and 10 floors, features flowing curves inspired by its […].

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Trendland

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Digital artist from Bulgaria, George Stoyanov has recently introduced us his latest 3D illustrations series of random stacked objects & forms. His work is focused on CGI, 3D illustration and design. He’s using various colors, forms and conceptions to achieve more intensive emotions, closeness and sense of detail. Constantly aiming at improving his skills and developing a style of his own. www.georgestoyanov.com.

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Under Consideration / Brand

OCTOBER 10, 2019

“Nom Nom”. Established in 1956, the Museo de Arte Moderno de Buenos Aires is, as its name implies in Spanish, a museum of modern art in Argentina's capital city of Buenos Aires. Colloquially known as "El Moderno" (The Modern), the museum is a public institution run by the Ministry of Culture of Buenos Aires' government and from the outset it was meant to present the most avant garde work with its permanent collection now including over 7,000 works of modern and contemporary art from Argentina an

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Envato Tuts+

OCTOBER 19, 2019

Understanding the fundamentals of design is the first step to creating cohesive and harmonious visuals. When we look at a design piece, our eyes are looking at a composition. By carefully and thoughtfully arranging elements on a page, you are able to portray more than just visuals. . Design is made up of basic elements built into a structure that communicates a message.

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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.

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Creative Market

OCTOBER 22, 2019

When people think of packaging, they usually think of something that’s meant to be thrown away. After all, what you want is inside it. However, good packaging design is not just about protecting the actual product – it’s also about form and function. The best packaging designs are those that complement the products inside them. They’re beautiful, practical, and even quirky.

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Canva

OCTOBER 2, 2019

Whether you’re launching your own company or working for an established brand, effective and consistent branding is something that every company needs to communicate with their customers. While branding covers a large scope, the Business Dictionary defines it as : The process involved in creating a unique name and image for a product in the consumers’ mind, mainly through advertising campaigns with a consistent theme.

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Noupe

OCTOBER 1, 2019

In the world of web design, starting out is the hardest part of the journey. You might need some help along the way. We’ve put together some of the best tips from expert designers (in alphabetical order) to put you on your path to becoming a better designer. There are a massive number of design websites and guides on the web but these experts are the real deal when it comes to knowing the industry and using their creativity to become better designers.

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Type room

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Tags. A' Design Award , A' Design Award & Competition , winners , list , top 20 , Graphic Design , branding. If devil is in the details then an awarded branding design is the real win in a market where everything needs to stand out. The following A' Design Award winners are the best inspiration to urge you, the Typeroomers of the globe, to enter the world's most prestigious design competition.

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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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Shillington

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Abstract painters express themselves through their art, leaving the viewer to interpret the work however they want. In many ways, the art is more about the viewer’s experience than about the actual art itself. The artist’s intentions aren’t really what’s important. Communication design is the opposite of this. The responsibility of a communication designer is to develop the relationship between the viewer and visuals.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 29, 2019

Glittering 3D graphics, dystopian metal-inspired typography, and futuristic streetwear feature heavily in the work of Obby & Jappari, the Frankfurt-based graphic design studio. Read more.

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Creative Market

OCTOBER 23, 2019

Made especially for touch devices, Adobe Fresco is a dream come true for anyone who wants to indulge in the thrills of painting and drawing right from their digital devices. Released on September 24, Fresco gives free rein to illustrators and designers who want to let loose with their creativity. The app’s user experience was designed to be simple and straightforward, making this program an accessible illustration and design tool for even beginners.

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Canva

OCTOBER 9, 2019

It doesn’t matter who you are, what you do, or how happy you consider yourself to be, there are going to be days when you’re going to feel completely stressed out. Stress is just a part of life, and it’s something that every person has to deal with at one point or another. But that doesn’t make it any easier! Stress can feel overwhelming and when you’re dealing with it, it can be hard to see a light at the end of the tunnel.

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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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Noupe

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Photos in design can kill it or breathe life into it. You can spend days and weeks on creating a fantastic design but use too generic hero image , and people won’t notice your work at all; they will see a stock-looking picture and leave. In this article, you will find tips on getting quality photos, not an obvious choice of photo stocks, and some handy tools to ease up your work.

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The Logo Smith

OCTOBER 14, 2019

The post Logo Specification & Usage Guidelines – 1 Page Illustrator Template Mock-up for Download appeared first on The Logo Smith. Logo Specification Sheet – 1 Page Illustrator Template for Download This is a clean and simple 1 page Logo Specification Sheet for Download, from my resources category, which you can use as a basis for your own work.

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Tuts Plus

OCTOBER 14, 2019

What You'll Be Creating In today’s tutorial, we’re going to take a quick look at the process of creating a set of vector line patterns in Adobe Illustrator, using nothing more than some basic shapes that we’re going to adjust here and there. So, assuming you already have the software up and running, let’s jump straight into it! Follow along with us on the Envato Tuts+ YouTube channel : Looking to download vector line patterns?

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 22, 2019

The Olympic and Paralympic Games committee has revealed the Paris 2024 identity, with an emblem that combines the national personified symbol of France with two other recognisable Olympic icons, while the art deco and art nouveau-inspired typography is designed to vary for every outlet. Read more.

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Speaker: Michele Berdinis

This session will answer business law questions that people are asking most during the pandemic. If my business can’t pay its bills, can my creditors come after my personal assets? Do I have to pay the rent on my co-working space or office? Can my clients cancel signed contracts? Can I cancel contracts for things I no longer need because my business has slowed down?

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