Creative Boom

JANUARY 31, 2024

Having originally trained as a graphic designer, Joseph Carrington pivoted to illustration seven years ago. Part of what makes Joseph's work so appealing to clients is his clear line work and crisp design choices. We caught up with him to learn how this results from a lot of graft and how representation has helped progress his career.

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Creative Boom

JULY 13, 2022

The world's largest design consultancy has collaborated with yoga studio Love Supreme Projects to create an identity that finds a new spin on the familiar practice. As a discipline, there are lots of familiar images associated with yoga, so the challenge for Pentagram and studio Love Supreme Projects was to find a new spin on the topic.

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Designer Daily

MAY 3, 2023

Image Source: Pixabay Whether you’re new to designing, or have years of experience under your belt, everyone can benefit from sharpening up their skill set. Practice The first and most important tip to becoming a better graphic designer is simple: practice! Experiment with different tools , techniques, color palettes and fonts.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 10, 2023

In Hanneke's world, the illustrator pulls inspiration from the mysteries surrounding us – addressing topics such as "psychology, religion, love, nostalgia, philosophy, absurdism, disconnection and finding your way back", as written in the artist's bio. It's also very Hanneke.

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Creative Boom

MAY 16, 2023

© Weston Wei New York-based illustrator Weston Wei takes a sideways look at how people cope and co-exist with illnesses in his new picture book project inspired by his ten-year battle with allergic rhinitis. Also, the topic of this project is Symbiosis. Titled Symbiosis, Weston's thesis project is a prime example of his work. "My

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Creative Boom

JUNE 16, 2022

Looking to be inspired by the best new creative talent in the UK right now? It'd be near-impossible to attend all the individual grad shows at each college and university – but don't worry, you don't need to because New Designers is back! Jenny Chan's reflective figurative sculptures, inspired by the loneliness of lockdown.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 29, 2024

All through her life, she took art workshops and continued to enjoy art and design while studying communications and advertising at university. A few months later, when I was in my watercolour era, I created an illustration inspired by a brunch I had eaten at another restaurant in NYC.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 27, 2024

As a creative designer, researcher and tester Sajad Sergio Sadick puts it: "Happiness as a creative can stem from the process of bringing ideas to life, finding fulfilment in expression, and connecting with others through your creations. Designer Kultar Singh Ruprai emphasises the importance of finding equilibrium.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Hamish Smyth discusses the making of the book Classified: Local Ads from America's Small Towns and why it's a must-read for designers in 2023. If you haven't heard of Standards Manual , the Brooklyn-based, independent publishing imprint founded by designers Jesse Reed and Hamish Smyth in 2014, it's about time you did.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Stockholm-based designer and educator Jenny Theolin encourages creatives to break free from routines and engage with meaningful learning experiences in her new book, Dare to Facilitate. These include sections about empowerment, inclusion, playfulness and design. Jenny Theolin seems to enjoy a challenge.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 22, 2023

Inspired by the fallout from a toxic relationship, graphic designer and trainee sign painter Emily Salinas explores this topic in Project Lovebomb. It's designed to hook the person in and make it harder to leave once the abuse starts." We all want a bit more love in our lives. and signposts resources for support."

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Creative Boom

APRIL 24, 2023

All photography by Yeshen Venema TYPEONE magazine isn't just a beautifully designed print publication; it's also full of key insights about the evolving interaction between typography and graphic design. Oh, what a time to be a designer. Designers everywhere can thrive in this new-new normal – as long as they stay relevant.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Hoxton Mini Press and Here Design recently scooped the best-illustrated lifestyle book at the British Book Design and Production Awards. We caught up with the publisher to hear how it crafted a winning design. In an increasingly digital world, the value of a beautiful, well-designed book can't be underestimated.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Barcelona-based designer and illustrator Alex Foxley creates work infused with the radical spirit of the 1990s. However, during his second year, he decided to switch focus and dedicate himself to design and illustration. However, during his second year, he decided to switch focus and dedicate himself to design and illustration. "My

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Wealth management isn't normally the sexiest of topics. Often, when a client comes to a design agency looking for brand reinvention, there are certain red lines you cannot cross: a case of working with what you've got. The new name then inspired the entire brand idea: Risk is the Fabric of Life.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Inspired by the vast collection of sci-fi books he grew up with in his parent's house, these images picture a world where people and robots live together in harmony in a future where everything has, miraculously, turned out fine. Emil – as well as being inspired by the likes of Isaac Asimov, Herbert Franke, and Philip K.

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Designer Daily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

It already seems to be widely used in all kinds of industries, but some designers and other creative people seem a bit reluctant to use it, as it’s not really a display of their creative skills. In this post, we bring you a set of great AI tools for designers, hoping to help you become more productive in your daily work.

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Designer Daily

JULY 30, 2022

If you need to choose a free Google Slides theme and template to create a presentation on school educational topics, we recommend that you read this collection, among others. The background of this presentation theme perfectly corresponds to the mentioned topic. The design of this presentation template is versatile and laconic.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 10, 2024

Her goal is to create artwork that stands out, whether in a mural, graphics, packaging design or an illustration. She would eventually study fashion design, which at the time felt like the most acceptably out-of-the-ordinary route open to her. Hence, they are not very inspiring in the end," she reveals. "I

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 10, 2023

Bournemouth-based freelance illustrator Julia Jin combines oriental art styles with Western graphics to create unique artworks that tackle topics of nature and womanhood. My sense and understanding of female identity and the pursuit of natural beauty are my greatest sources of inspiration."

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Creative Boom

MARCH 8, 2023

UK-based illustrator and On Design podcast host Justyna Green has explored the most prevalent issues facing women today in a series of ChatGPT-generated haikus, for which she has also created accompanying imagery. As its name suggests, Justyna has used ChatGPT to tackle these topics.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 28, 2022

Gabriel Tilbury 's graphic design practice centres around two key and crucial pillars: exploration and experimentation. I seek inspiration not only from fellow designers but also from other creative areas such as fashion, art and literature," he explains. "I © Gabriel Tilbury. © Gabriel Tilbury.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 11, 2024

Brand design studio Unfound has developed a new identity and website for Future Doc , an educational platform that aims to help future doctors get into and get through medical school. In response, the studio introduced an ownable green hue as the brand's lead colour- an antithesis to the sea of conventional blues in the space.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 19, 2022

Illustrator, designer and author Aura Lewis creates joyful, colourful worlds where the personal is political. Drawing her inspiration from women's history, fashion, and social activism, Aura's art style is both new and familiar. and finally landed on graphic design and art direction. Who are your biggest artistic inspirations?

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The campaign motifs take inspiration from the aesthetics and user experience of Apple products, fostering a sense of familiarity and appeal among consumers. From design and campaign to assortment strategy, the team always showed great expertise in a variety of topics, really helping us to make the new brand strategy come to life."

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2023

Read on to discover the main design elements and how they work together. But to us design nerds, what's equally as interesting as the event itself is the visual identity crafted for it. At the core of our brand is the sole belief: The future is not a destination – it's a state," Design Director Mike Souvanthalisith explains. "We

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

If you want to get inspired, discover new ideas and network with others, we've rounded up the best conferences and events throughout 2023. Or maybe follow design inspiration at the AIGA Design Conference by exploring the cultural and historical landmarks of the Big Apple.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2024

Hideki Yoshimoto and Marjan van Aubel have been pushing the boundaries in their Milan Design Week installations for car giant Lexus. The world's largest design event, Milan Design Week, is a funny old thing. Read on as I explain what they are and why designers should care. Why should designers care?

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Creative Boom

APRIL 21, 2024

and Europe who are changing branding and design for the better. At Elvie, we design solutions for women and therefore believe women should be part of the solution. She co-founded and hosts Typeradio.org, the first podcast focused on type and design. How many have you heard of? Read on to find out. In the U.K.,

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

And the collections, which focus on applied arts, decorative arts and design, are beautifully curated and cover themes and topics rarely explored in other museums in the capital. What inspired this exhibition? In terms of representation and visibility, they can be invaluable, inspiring current and future generations of artists.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 25, 2022

And with a title as evocative as that, the task of designing the book's cover was a dream come true for fan and friend Gordon Reid. An important part of Mogwai's development over the years has been the artwork created for the band by designer and founder of Middle Boop studio, Gordon Reid. and that was that.".

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Just Creative

JANUARY 18, 2020

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. The 9 Best Courses on Coursera for Designers & Creatives. Graphic Design. Interaction Design. User Experience Research and Design.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

WOACA Trailer TIFF 2023, bespoke typeface designed by Studio Frith Morning: wash your face with water only, apply a Vitamin C serum, moisturiser and SPF. Studio Frith was called in to design the titles, posters and overall visual language of the short film. "We Maybe an exfoliant, oil or mask, depending on the day.

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Just Creative

APRIL 19, 2023

I’ve compiled a list of the best graphic design podcasts to help guide you on your design career. Here are the best podcasts for designers & creatives! Season one focuses on helping designers & entrepreneurs bridge the gap between strategy and design. And it’s not all aesthetics either.

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Noupe

MARCH 6, 2024

Welcome to the digital era, where web design is not just a skill but an ever-evolving art form. To guide you through the labyrinth of trends, techniques, and innovations, we have listed some of the best web design blogs on the internet. In 2024, staying ahead of the curve in this dynamic field is more crucial than ever.

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UX Collective

JULY 31, 2023

Consuming good design content from leaders in the UX and product design spaces makes you a more effective design leader over time. How can we apply this principle to the visual design world? We learn as young designers at university to constantly be finding visual design inspiration. Good design in.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

The Top 10 Most Inspiring TED Talks on Design Design is all around us. From the clothes we wear to the phones we use to the chairs we sit on – someone has designed everything. Good design can uplift, inspire, and enrich our lives. Bad design can frustrate, confuse, and even endanger us.

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