Creative Boom

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Designed in collaboration with Kleenex's parent company, Kimberly-Clark, the refresh offers more than just a makeover—it unites the iconic tissue brand across global markets as it commemorates a century in business. Kleenex, the world-renowned facial tissue brand, marks its centenary with a new global identity crafted by Turner Duckworth. This redesign aims to bring consistency to the brand across all regions while infusing it with a distinct personality that highlights its role in life's "unexp

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Designer Daily

OCTOBER 21, 2024

In the 1970s, McDonald’s was at a pivotal point in its growth, and the fast-food giant sought to enhance its brand identity. To achieve this, McDonald’s engaged Unimark International, a prominent design firm, to explore a comprehensive redesign of its packaging and signage. This collaboration aimed to create a more cohesive and appealing visual identity for the restaurant chain.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Alebrijes by Shivani Parasnis using Obviously by Oh No Type Co., Art Director, Brand & Creative—Spotify We asked the creative community about the fonts they're excited to use over the next 12 months… and here they are. Read on to discover the typefaces that will define 2025's visual landscape. Typography is a funny thing because while it's largely based on fundamental, eternal principles, it nonetheless continues to evolve year after year.

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Spoon Graphics

OCTOBER 15, 2024

By adding grainy shading to your illustrations, you can bring your flat artwork to life with depth and the sought-after noisy textured appearance. In this Photoshop tutorial I’ll show you how to create a delicious donut illustration. Along the way I’ll show you my favourite technique for easily painting in highlights and shadows, and apply grainy shading effects with the help of my Grain Shader brushes.

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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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I Love Typography

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Read the book, Typographic Firsts How important are fonts in user interface and user experience design? You guessed it: they’re all but indispensable. It seems like an easy answer. Today’s UI/UX design is mainly focused on electronic devices and, more specifically, the programs (apps) running on these devices. Usually, the ‘interface’ of a device is a screen on which type […] The post Expert Lists: Fonts for UI/UX design appeared first on I Love Typography.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 14, 2024

In the world of ceramics, 3D printing has revolutionized design and production, offering levels of precision that are difficult to achieve by hand. Whether one prefers the traditional craftsmanship of ceramics or embraces the modern advancements of 3D printing, the results are undeniably impressive. Among these innovations are the Haibu suspension lamps, designed by Vittorio Paradiso for Paolo Castelli , one of Italy’s leading furniture manufacturers.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Our São Paulo correspondent spotlights the graphic designers, illustrators and publishers making beautiful fiction books, and explores the creative techniques they’re using to push the medium.

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SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Weddings are joyous occasions that create fond memories. It’s one reason why we love to hang on to keepsakes from the day. Each memento is a reminder of good times. Perhaps there’s no better keepsake than wedding stationery. The feel of the paper, the elegant fonts , and the carefully selected color scheme tell a story. It’s no wonder we put so much effort into making them perfect.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The JF apartment in São Paulo, Brazil, reimagined by Zalc Arquitetura , represents an inspired blend of brutalist architecture and minimalist design, creating a home that is as much a gallery of art and ideas as it is a living space. Located in the Higienópolis neighborhood, known for its modernist architectural landmarks and cultural vibrancy, the 1,959-square-foot apartment transformation is more than just a renovation – it’s a statement of aesthetic and functional innovation tailored to meet

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2024

In the run-up to its 25th anniversary, Salford's Lowry has undergone a bold rebrand by Manchester studio, EDIT. With big, industrial-era typography, a "straight-talking" tone of voice and a vibrant colour palette, the new identity marks a fresh chapter for the arts centre. In a region as rich in culture as Greater Manchester, the Lowry arts centre in Salford has long been a creative powerhouse.

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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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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Creating striking visual presentations is essential for any designer, and that’s where free PSD mockups step in as powerful allies. When you’re developing a new brand, creating a website, or simply need to present your design in an appealing way, free mockups can take your work to the next level. These resources not only save time and money, but they also enable designers to elevate their designs instantly without needing to start from scratch.

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Its Nice That

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Following a late start in his artistic career, the Portland-based illustrator now creates light-hearted but poignant illustrations that encourage us to appreciate life’s quirks.

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SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A compelling portfolio is an important part of every designer’s promotional material. Potential clients and employers will use it to judge your skill level. It could be the difference in whether they contact you. With that in mind, why not go all out? For example, employing video is a great way to grab a viewer’s attention. You can make something unique – a memorable experience that beats a plain old website.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Situated in the emerald terrain of Meadows – an Emirates Hills locale in Dubai, United Arab Emirates – is a property that beckons those who visit to linger betwixt its luscious greenery. And postured upon that plot within the long-developed residential community is a recently reconstructed home whose contemporary expression is underlined by traditional Arabic stylings.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 14, 2024

GOSE required an identity as unique as its product, which Bala delivered through semi-abstract illustrations and an acidic colour palette that reflects the beer's salty flavour. Designing a product that consumers haven't seen before is challenging enough, but when the main ingredient is an insect, it becomes even more important to make the identity appealing and desirable.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 21, 2024

The spooky season is upon us, and whether you’re crafting eerie invitations, designing creepy social media posts, or revamping your website for Halloween, the right fonts can make all the difference. Halloween fonts can transform any design into a chilling masterpiece, adding the perfect dose of fright or fun. From blood-dripping letters to whimsical witchy typefaces, Halloween fonts give your projects the haunting touch they need to stand out.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 14, 2024

More AI expansion in Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro and more.

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Design You Trust

OCTOBER 19, 2024

Interior Architecture Photography of the Year: “In Orbit – K21” by Franco Casaccia The 2024 Architecture Master Prize (AMP) Photography Awards celebrated exceptional architectural photography, highlighting creativity and innovation in the field. Franco Casaccia won Interior Architecture Photographer of the Year for his captivating series “In Orbit – K21,” while Albrecht Voss received Exterior Architecture Photographer of the Year for his dramatic image of Cabane du Glacie

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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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Design Milk

OCTOBER 15, 2024

At this year’s Dundee Design Festival , bookends got their moment in the spotlight. Often the humble sidekick to your favorite reads, they stepped out from the shadows to become centerpieces of an exhibition that’s all about storytelling, adventure, and design. The Bookends exhibition marked a double anniversary: Dundee’s tenth year as a UNESCO City of Design and Edinburgh’s twentieth as a UNESCO City of Literature.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock There are so many options that deciding where and how to work can be difficult. We canvas the opinions of seasoned creative professionals to help you make your decision. You know you want to work in a creative profession. It's your passion, and in the immortal words of Mark Twain, "Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life".

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SpeckyBoy

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Putting together an in-person event can be a huge job. For example, consider all the printed stationery you’ll need. First, you’ll need materials to promote the event like posters and brochures. They’re important tools for spreading the word and attracting attendees. From there, it’s all about giving attendees the materials they need to enjoy the event.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Why we need sonic branding, plus get inspired by some of my favourite sonic branding examples.

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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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Colossal

OCTOBER 16, 2024

From thousands of plastic bags, nets, and hanks of yarn, Indonesian artist Mulyana ( previously ) illuminates the fragility of marine ecosystems. In his solo exhibition Remembering Our Collective Future at Sapar Contemporary , the artist has incorporated recyclable materials and distilled the palette to white, evoking a symbol of purity and drawing attention to the consequences of human impact on our oceans, such as coral bleaching. “Betty 21” (2024), plastic yarn, plastic net, and c

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 18, 2024

Born In Lebanon, Aline Asmar d’Amman was surrounded by the restoration and reconstruction in her homeland. The dialogue between heritage and modernity struck a chord with this creative, who had already decided to become an architect when she was a teen. “I learned to find beauty in ruins and cherish the sense of perfect imperfections,” says d’Amman.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 15, 2024

From creating captivating miniature worlds for BBC promos and music videos to crafting immersive experiences for brands like Jongga Kimchi, Scale Model Studios has mastered its field, combining the charm of handcrafted details with cutting-edge technology to deliver authentic, emotionally resonant storytelling. You might not know Scale Model Studios by name, but you've probably seen its work – perhaps through its on-screen promos for the BBC's Winter Olympics coverage or through the music video

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Booooooom

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A collection of images taken during a recent trip to the Four Corners by photographer Brendan George Ko.

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Speaker: Sean Adams, ArtCenter College of Design

Thomas Edison once said “Vision without execution is hallucination.” This statement applies not just to invention, but to graphic design. One of the greatest strengths of graphic designers is the ability to first develop a concept and then execute it to make it real. From visualization and ideation all the way through to actuation and execution, each step of this process takes skill and expertise.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The platform just got a big typography boost with the addition of 2,000 fonts.

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Colossal

OCTOBER 16, 2024

In 1929, sought-after New York fashion model Lee Miller moved to Paris to apprentice with surrealist photographer Man Ray, joining an influential circle of artists. She and Ray worked so closely together, in fact, that many of her photos have been erroneously attributed to him. Like many women, Miller’s work was often overshadowed by her male counterparts.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 14, 2024

Since 2013, Calico Wallpaper has presented the finest, most immersive wall murals on the market. Their new collection is in collaboration with Kindergarten teacher and Early Childhood Educator Janene Ping. Ping, who maintains a prolific natural dyeing practice, aims to highlight the balance and beauty of nature. Teaching at the Hawthorne Valley Waldorf School for thirty years has given her the insight and sensitivity needed to foster a love for the great outdoors in our little ones.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 14, 2024

From groundbreaking ideas on sustainability to the art of personal and systemic change, these are the reads that continue to shape her creative journey. It's been quite a while since we last explored the inspiring world of book recommendations from leading creatives across the globe, but we're excited to bring the series back with a fresh perspective.

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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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