January, 2020

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How to Start A Business With No Money + Plus Crowdfunding Tips

Just Creative

This article has been contributed by Lidia Staron. Every successful business started with just a spark, an idea. It might have come in the middle of the night sending jolts and sweat throughout the body, or a quiet moment of inspiration while on the train home. However it might present itself to you, for whatever reason, it has deemed you worthy. Congratulations!

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Point, don’t point

I Love Typography

The pointed finger must surely be one of the oldest human gestures. In deep prehistory, long before the evolution of spoken language, and when we were considerably hairier, it is not difficult to imagine one of our primitive human ancestors pointing to a lion, a landmark, or a lemon. Title font: Courage from Positype.Fast-forward a couple […].

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10 Useful Paper Cut-Out Fonts

Designer Daily

Digital design is great, it opens a range of possibilities that were unheard of previously. However, sometimes you just want to give a more human, non-digital look-and-feel to your designs. Unfortunately, you cannot always work by hand on your designs for obvious time reasons, but there is a solution, thanks to great online resources. Here is a list of 10 great paper cut-out fonts that will give a more human touch to your graphic design work. 1.

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Web Design Trends and Predictions for 2020

Just Creative

This article has been contributed by Aaron Chichioco. As of January 2020, there were about 1.74 billion websites worldwide and active internet users numbered almost 4.43 billion. This year, you can expect more businesses and institutions to strengthen their online presence. As the world embraces inclusivity and accessibility, one can expect that internet penetration rates will go even higher.

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Let's Talk Trends: Designing for Maximum Impact

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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Where is Photography Banned?

Feature Shoot

In the last decade, photographers covering stories for The New York Times , Getty Images , National Geographic , and more have been arrested for taking pictures on US soil. Authorities cracking down on journalists isn’t a new phenomenon, but it’s one that’s gained traction in this country in recent years. “Post-9-11 was the real start of this (in this century, at least), and it has only gotten worse in the age of Trump,” Leslie Burns, Esq. , an attorney who speciali

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Air Studios by Spin

BP&O

Opinion by Richard Baird AIR Studios was founded in 1965 by Beatles producer Sir George Martin. It is located in London’s Lyndhurst Hall, a former church with one of the largest recording rooms in the world and a live space capable of holding a full symphony orchestra. Since its opening, it has hosted a plethora of world-class […]. The post Air Studios by Spin appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.

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The Oldest Book in America

I Love Typography

Printing was introduced into the Americas by the Italian Giovanni Paoli, better known as Juan Pablos. The first book issued from his press in Mexico City was Doctrina breve, a Spanish handbook of Christian doctrine, written by Juan de Zumárraga, Mexico’s first bishop, and printed in 1539 — making it the Western Hemisphere’s first printed […]. The post The Oldest Book in America appeared first on I Love Typography.

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19 innovative ideas for students to promote creativity in the classroom

Canva

Between the pressure of keeping up with the school curriculum, meeting with parents and running daily classes, it can be hard to make time for innovative ideas for students that promote creativity in the classroom. With such little time to spare, it can be easy to think—does it really make a difference? The short answer is: Absolutely. Creative classrooms don’t just look different, they feel different.

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The 9 Best Courses on Coursera for Designers & Creatives

Just Creative

People are curious by nature and thanks to the internet, anyone curious about a topic or looking to expand their skills or even learn a new skill can take classes online on their time. One of the best options for taking classes online is through Coursera. Coursera offers numerous courses and works with leading universities and companies. With people focusing on self-improvement more than ever these days, we wanted to shine a light on The 9 Best Courses on Coursera for Creatives to give you some

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The Democratization of Design: Giving Creators & Marketers the Tools to Succeed

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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Top 10 Web Design Trends for 2020

Creative Market

As this year comes to a close, we look toward the new year with excitement for the web design trends for 2020. The past year was filled with developments in virtual reality and voice UX, as well as the prominence of geometric shapes in design, so what will 2020 bring for web design? At Creative Market, we take pride in bringing you trend predictions from the very people on the frontlines of web design.

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Stock vs Custom: When Does It Make Sense To Pay For Photography?

Graphic Design USA

Custom imagery or stock imagery? It’s an age-old question. This post will help you determine which makes better sense for your business needs.

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Self, Made by Collins

BP&O

Opinion by Richard Baird. Exploratorium is a “public learning laboratory” and San Francisco based museum that enables visitors to question and make sense of the world around them through hands-on exhibits that touch upon science, art and human perception. Its summer 2019 exhibition, Self, Made, continues in the spirit of exploration but turns this inward, tackling […].

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28 Droste Effect Examples

Noupe

The Droste Effect is used to classify images or photos that are recurring within themselves. On paper, this goes on forever but in reality, it only goes as far as the resolution allows. The term stems from the Dutch Cacao brand with the same name. In 1904, the Droste used an image of a nun holding a tray of hot cacao and a box of Droste Cacao which had the same image on it.

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Rethinking Creative Workflows: Increasing Efficiency in the Design Process

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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50 insanely creative and stunning packaging designs

Canva

Think about your most recent purchase. Why did you purchase that specific brand? Was it an impulse buy, or something you genuinely needed? Now that you’re thinking about it, odds are, you bought it because the packaging design interested you. Yes, you may have needed shampoo, but did you need that specific brand? The one with the sleek, expensive-looking bottle?

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Top 10 Futur Courses to Learn Design & Business

Just Creative

If you run own graphic design firm, improving your skills can not only make you a better graphic designer but also more attractive to potential clients. The business side of your firm may not be your strong suit and that’s ok. Thanks to The Futur , an online website that runs to remove many of the roadblocks people have to continue their education including money, time, and accessibility.

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What is a Typeface and How Is it Different from a Font?

Creative Market

If you’ve ever had to ask what is a typeface , you’re not alone. Getting a typeface confused with a font is something a lot of people—even sometimes designers—routinely do. Part of the problem lies in the fact that we’ve gotten used to using these two, distinct terms interchangeably. Without getting into the particulars just yet, here’s how to tell the difference between a typeface and a font right off the bat: one is what you see while the other is what you use.

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Anatomy of a Logo: The Star Wars Logo Evolution by Alex Jay

The Logo Smith

The post Anatomy of a Logo: The Star Wars Logo Evolution by Alex Jay appeared first on The Logo Smith. Anatomy of a Logo: The Star Wars Logo Evolution by Alex Jay This is referencing a super detailed blog post by Alex Jay, that covers every variation of the Star Wars emblem, badge, lettering, and logos. I had no idea so many variations were used prior to the famous final logo designed by Suzi Rice. […].

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Creative Insights: Data-Backed Trends to Help You Design Successful Content

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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MoMA by Order

BP&O

Opinion by Richard Baird. The MoMA logotype, set in Franklin Gothic No. 2 and designed by Ivan Chermayeff, is an icon, and has been part of the New York urban landscape and international museum graphic vernacular since its creation in 1964. With evolving communicative needs and channels, the MoMA logotype was made a central graphic device as […].

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Oscars 2020: Oscars in Illustrations

Noupe

Get ready movie buffs and cinephiles because the 92nd Academy Awards are just around the corner. There is now less than a month left for the short, buff and golden guy to find himself in somebody’s hands. The nominees for the Oscars 2020 were announced last week and people have already started their own “And the Oscar goes to.”s among themselves.

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How to write a design brief that gets you results

Canva

Great creative projects start with a great design brief. Whether you’re the client, the designer, or an account manager, you have a vested interest in making sure the goals and scope of your project are crystal clear. A great design brief is like a roadmap. So, what exactly is a design brief? It’s a short document—usually just one or two pages—that clarifies the strategy for a creative project.

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Why The Future of Branding is all About Your Storytelling Ability

Just Creative

This article was contributed by Sarah Jay. — “ Brand storytelling is a great way to get your point of across, differentiate your brand, and work out new ideas. Today, if you want to succeed as an entrepreneur or leader, you also have to be a storyteller.” – Richard Branson. We have listened to countless stories ever since we were born.

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Web Design for All: Accessibility, Inclusivity and Beyond

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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10 Illustration Trends for 2020

Creative Market

Illustrations are a visual way to portray a written text through aesthetics, harmony, and graphic expression. As we enter a new decade, trends in illustration will continue to evolve and it is important for designers to stay in-the-know to make high-quality, relevant, and modern works of art. This article reviews 10 future illustration trends that will serve as an inspiration to all readers for their personal and client projects.

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10 Striking Projects That Will Shape Architecture in 2020

Azure Magazine

New York. Hong Kong. Paris. Winnipeg. From South America to northern Norway, a modest cancer care centre to spectacular museums, the noteworthy architecture slated for completion this year varies widely in scale, function and locale. Here are 10 of 2020’s most anticipated buildings, finally seeing the light of day: 1. Ace Hotel by Shim-Sutcliffe Architects.

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15 Free Bootstrap 4 UI Kits

SpeckyBoy

Bootstrap is one of the most popular design frameworks. One the reasons why it’s so popular is the fact that it’s optimized for mobile devices and has a well-organized grid system along with hundreds of elements that make prototyping and designing for the web a lot easier. In this roundup, we’ve gathered 15 free UI kits built with Bootstrap that you can use as a starting point for your designs.

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Suadinho: André Gola's Alter Ego

Juxapoz Magazine

We've been wanting to introduce you to Brazil-based illustrator and designer André Gola whose deft drawing brings to life character designs whose clever, witty figures comfortably infiltrate animation, product design, photography, murals, and other public interventions. Gola built a long career as a successful art director working with Sao Paulo's AlmapBBDO advertising agency for 18 years, but a recent series of paintings, drawings, and embroidery on canvas finally 'spilled the glass' for us.

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What in the World is a Force Majeure?

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?