Creative Boom

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The creative industry will change beyond all recognition over the next few years. We explore why students at Arts University Bournemouth will be prepared for all that. Over the next few years, AI will likely change the creative industries beyond all recognition. But it's not all bad news.

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Designer Daily

APRIL 4, 2023

To hire or not to hire a graphic designer. There are so many free pre-made templates out there – why hire a professional? Many companies are asking themselves whether ‘do it yourself’ graphic design is best for their business. You may be thinking: is it best to “DIY”, or spend money on a designer?

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Creative Boom

MAY 11, 2023

You'd rather be doing what you love, whether art, design, photography or whatever, than setting out your stall. Different employers pigeonhole me for their needs, be it directing, producing, animating, motion graphics, editing, presenting or acting. Here's some advice to help you rebound and find new work. So what can we do?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

We chat with an independent designer and art director at YouTube Music about his inspirations, career trajectory, and the importance of learning from setbacks. When asked, 'What first got you interested in design?' so many leading practitioners will give the same answer: music. Why were they considered so important?

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 8, 2024

Project by Buff Buff's Creative Director and Co-founder Tom Allen explains why he's become the course leader for the English-language Online Master in Motion Graphics at LABASAD. In short, the world is craving more and more animated experiences, yet the number of designers proficient in this niche skill is comparatively small.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 10, 2024

We caught up with her to learn how she made the leap during the pandemic, why feeling lost proved useful, and why taking your career at your own speed is good. Her goal is to create artwork that stands out, whether in a mural, graphics, packaging design or an illustration. It's safe to say Danii has achieved these goals.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

But it wasn't until he took a calligraphy course that he found the confidence to explore the world of character design. Given this confidence, then, it's somewhat surprising to learn that Jaume initially felt like he lacked the creative chops to tackle the world of character design. It's hard to miss the work of Jaume Osman.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

And here's one that almost every freelancer can anticipate in their future: that serendipitous moment of seeing your designs on products, posters, or publications in a public space. Similarly, for artist and illustrator Magdalena Pankiewicz , the turning point was seeing her cover design appeared on Wired IT last year. "I

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2022

If there's one thing for certain in life, it's that we all suffer from the same inner critic. Below we share some examples of typical things we tell ourselves and follow up with some advice from artists and designers to help beat them. I remind myself they probably feel the same about their work, too," says designer Katie Price.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2023

London design and publishing legend Radim Malinic has released not one but two new books helping creatives achieve their potential. He chats to us about how he put them together, and why they should be on your Christmas list. But why two books at once: surely writing one is hard enough.?

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Creative Boom

MARCH 13, 2024

There are clear, scientific reasons why we often feel a bit low in the winter and, conversely, why we feel a sense of renewed optimism in the Spring. That makes this season of renewal and growth the perfect time to revitalise your graphic design studio. That's easy to say, difficult to do, of course.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Photography by Rick Pushinsky Samar Maakaroun has transitioned from running her own thriving studio to becoming a partner at the iconic design collective Pentagram. You spend years working as a designer, rising through the ranks until you reach senior level. You make the leap, and it's a huge success. That firm is Pentagram.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Shillington's respected online courses will get you into a graphic design job faster and at a much lower cost. Graphic design has always been an evolving landscape. Mother of Invention This brilliant new approach to design education was forged in the face of unprecedented challenges presented by the pandemic.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 19, 2024

For instance, clients sometimes get tired of the same begging email saying, "Got any work?" Think about it: why take a risk with someone else who's untested when they know you're reliable? You're not alone. There's even a song! One thing it offers is an easy opportunity for self-promotion. It's a no-brainer.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 27, 2024

Along the way, we'll offer insights and strategies to help you find true contentment amidst all the chaos. 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.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Success as a graphic designer isn't just about the work itself. Working in graphic design, you're constantly told that to earn more money, get more respect and work on more prestigious projects, you need to sell yourself. We've all been there. Laura's advice? Start simple.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 13, 2024

That's why investing in an ergonomic chair designed to support your back and promote good posture is crucial. See the full thread here for all the nitty-gritty details). Herman Miller Mirra 2 Designers rave about the Herman Miller Mirra 2 for its responsive support, which allows movement while maintaining good posture.

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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. First of all, it concerns the high cost of the premium plan. We couldn’t possibly not mention them.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 23, 2023

But the reaction from the creative community to the radical working of New York City's logo goes beyond simple design conservatism. We give some context and explain why you should care. Replace it with something new, and all that goes out the window. Anyone who works in design has seen this process repeat a million times over.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 23, 2023

With economic uncertainty gripping the entire world, not to mention the prospect of AI and new technologies making many jobs potentially redundant, it's a bit of a worrying time for creatives of all stripes. Graphic designer Mike Hindle explains how he goes about it. But how do you actually do it?

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 4, 2022

Past generations of graduates have already made all the mistakes that can be made, allowing you to learn from them. Past generations of graduates have already made all the mistakes that can be made, allowing you to learn from them. Because trust me, your peers probably feel the same way! Why so serious? Don't rush things.

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Designer Daily

APRIL 15, 2024

The process of creating an e-book cover is more complex than just design; it involves consideration for several platforms such as Google Play Books, Apple Books, and Amazon Kindle. Every platform has its own requirements, design guidelines, and criteria for e-book covers. Why opt for Book Cover Design Services?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We examine why creatives are leaving social media, why it's increasingly useless for self-promotion, and some IRL alternatives to get your business up and running again. For illustrators, graphic designers, animators and photographers, other platforms like Instagram have served a similar purpose.

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Designer Daily

DECEMBER 7, 2022

So what’re your design tools for creating innovative apps, creative website or other design portfolios? Why My Photoshop Shows Scratch Disk Full Error? Also keep it noted that the Photoshop cache cleanup is one-way trip, meaning all deleted history and caches cannot be restored. They are just too obvious.

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Designer Daily

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

As a graphic designer or artist, you probably have heard a lot about SEO and are working towards optimizing your website and content to ensure that it ranks better in search engines. This article will offer you all the secrets of image SEO you need to achieve the coveted top positions in Google, Bing, Yahoo image search results.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Christmas is all about rituals and traditions. Because every year, all of us at Creative Boom put our collective heads together and help you find the perfect gifts for fellow creatives. Because every year, all of us at Creative Boom put our collective heads together and help you find the perfect gifts for fellow creatives.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

I've given up on Instagram," complains freelance book cover designer Alex Kirby. "I The decline of interactions since the push for viral and video content has made me engage less with platforms," says brand and print designer Matt Lamont. Designer Antonio Carusone has had a similar experience. Image licensed via Adobe Stock.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We all suffer burnout, but you don't have to suffer alone. It happens to us all, but most of us don't really talk about it. This makes you wonder if you're lacking in some way or even cut out for a creative career at all. UX designer Pete Bingham confirms that this really does work.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

In design, art, coding – even on our identification documents. A new book published by Slanted celebrates these hardworking fonts and offers a source of inspiration for graphic designers and typographers looking for a helpful reference guide. That's why monospaced typefaces are also named non-proportional.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 18, 2024

That doesn't mean making yourself ill with worry and driving yourself to burnout, of course: balance is important in all things, not least your creative work. Whether you're a painter, photographer, designer or any kind of creative soul, goal setting is a crucial step in nurturing your craft and advancing your artistic journey.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 7, 2024

We all know part of the answer is to get out there more and network. Artist, designer and photographer Mark Leary offers an example. Being part of the music scene and talking to another designer at one of my gigs led not only to more work for me but also to my first in-house job," he recalls. "I

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Creative Boom

MARCH 13, 2023

Cardiff-based branding and design agency Bluegg has overhauled its identity as part of its 20th-anniversary celebrations. Now known as Toward , founders Tom Lloyd and Mike Jordan explain how they approached the rebrand and why the new look echoes their proud Welsh roots. We thought a lot about what we do and why," they reveal.

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Purple Rose Graphics

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

“What do you mean you don’t create websites, you’re a designer right? Don’t you all do the same thing?” I hear this all the time when I have to explain to someone that I don’t create websites but exclusively focus on creating marketing materials. Brand and Logo Design. Marketing and Advertising Design.

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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 But why is this research only limited to paper?"

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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. The demand for these experts has remained strong over time.

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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

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Identity for GlouGlou by &Something The founder of Shrewsbury design studio &Something , Tony Clarkson, opens up about his recent struggles with motivation and offers his advice to others in the same situation. Faster turnaround, longer hours, and so on – all take their toll. It happens to the best of us.

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