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New current affairs publication The Signal incorporates Russian samizdat influence

Creative Boom

Taking inspiration from an underground, often undesigned, style and elevating it into a premium publication was one of the design studio Sister Mary's challenges with the project. Sister Mary has designed a limited-edition printed publication for an emerging current affairs brand, The Signal.

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Print's not dead: the best magazines for graphic design inspiration

Creative Boom

For most of us, even some of us who work in the media, the answer is probably: "I can't remember." 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. We present a selection of the best titles on sale today.

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Designer Ferran Feixas on why social media has been a force for good in branding

Creative Boom

In our exclusive interview, he shares his views on the positive influence of social media, how the pandemic broke down barriers, and the need to design sustainably. And we continue to share our audience's widespread concerns about the rise of AI and the issues surrounding social media. Or in some cases, a combination of both.

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How to Write Social Media Captions That Engage & Grow Your Audience

Just Creative

Browsing social media posts has become a regular part of our everyday routine. As a result, a caption for a social media post that’s been quickly thrown together is not enough to attract the attention of a wider audience. How to write social media captions that engage & grow your audience. Connect With Your Community.

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Striking public art project '8X5' protests against the US criminal justice system

Creative Boom

Meanwhile, The Guerrilla Girls, an anonymous group of feminist activists who are known for their searing public art campaigns and The Advantages of Being A Woman Artist manifesto, have cried out against "Florida Injusticia" with bus stop banners in both Spanish and English as a way of underscoring the state's enthusiasm for filling prisons.

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Social Media Challenges: The Good, Bad and Dangerous

Inkbot Design

Social Media Challenges: The Good, Bad and Dangerous Viral internet trends are not a new concept for anyone with social feeds. That’s why I’m asking myself, what is a “social media challenge”? You had better be prepared because it will get wild out here on this strange journey through the land of social media… dares!

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Tangent revitalises Turner Prize identity in a fusion of art and accessibility

Creative Boom

Innovative design meets coastal inspiration – we take a closer look at the Glasgow branding studio's vision for one of the world's most celebrated visual arts awards. Whyte elaborates on their inspiration: "We looked to the local environment from the outset. But the visual theme symbolises more than just the local geography.

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