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How to Design an Impactful Poster: 11 Essential Tips for Maximum Attention

Designer Daily

Advertising posters are everywhere—bus stops, subway walls, billboards—fighting for a split second of your attention. While posters remain a powerful communication tool, their sheer abundance forces brands to get creative to stand out. The challenge? Capture attention instantly while delivering a clear, compelling message. So, how do you design a poster that breaks through the noise?

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How are these 3D characters so ugly yet so beautiful?

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Koto and Tripadvisor reimagine travel branding through real stories and lived-in design

Creative Boom

As Tripadvisor expands into a new era of AI-enabled planning and direct booking, Koto has crafted a fresh identity rooted in authentic, community-driven travel stories, proving the power of real voices in a world of polished, influencer-led feeds. For millions of travellers, Tripadvisor has long been a byword for trustworthy advice. It’s synonymous with real people, real reviews, and no glossing over the dodgy breakfasts or the wobbly pool tiles.

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60+ Stylish Fonts for Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Brands

Graphic Design Junction

Choosing the right stylish fonts can shape how your brand communicates with your audience. For fashion, beauty, and lifestyle brands, typography is not just about readability—it’s a visual signal of identity, tone, and personality. The post 60+ Stylish Fonts for Fashion, Beauty & Lifestyle Brands first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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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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Winkle Ceramic Design’s Squared Collection Is Generations in the Making

Design Milk

Some talents span lifetimes, and some span bloodlines. In the case of Winkle Ceramic Design , founder Daniel Shapiro is inspired by the legacy of his great-great-grandfather who started a slipcast ceramics business, Winkle Terracotta Company, in his hometown of St. Louis, Missouri. This precious piece of family history lives on for a modern audience within Shapiro’s newly founded design brand with its inaugural collection, Squared.

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Folk Tale Wine: A Visual Ode to Stories, Nature, and Heritage

Designer Daily

In the world of natural wines, Folk Tale stands out not just for its flavors but for its rich storytelling essence. Born in the Canary Islands and crafted for the world, each bottle is a tribute to myths and traditions, transforming every pour into a narrative experience. Designer Tiare Payano was tasked with creating a visual identity that captures the untamed spirit of nature, culture, and heritage while ensuring global appeal.

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D&AD New Blood 2025: Emerging creatives take centre stage with ideas that challenge, provoke and inspire

Creative Boom

From typography campaigns for climate refugees to soap that fosters body autonomy, this year's D&AD New Blood winners prove there's no shortage of fresh thinking or ambition among tomorrow's talent. The D&AD New Blood Awards have long been a launchpad for emerging talent, and this year's cohort is no exception. At a time when the creative industry is wrestling with seismic shifts – from AI to changing audience behaviours – the 2025 winners offer a glimpse of the ingenuity, empathy and sh

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50 Fresh Free PSD Mockups for Designers

Graphic Design Junction

Explore the selection of high-resolution free PSD mockups here. These mockups are perfect for showcasing your design work professionally. These PSD mockups save you time and allow you to focus more on creating than setting up complex previews from scratch. The post 50 Fresh Free PSD Mockups for Designers first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Bouclé Without the Fuzz: Hanna Anonen Translates Texture Into Timber

Design Milk

You won’t find any nubby loops here. Instead, Finnish designer Hanna Anonen has reinterpreted the tactile charm of bouclé fabric using solid walnut and painted wood. Her new Bouclé Collection trades fibers for forms, turning texture into sculpture with a series of modular wall hangers, bringing a dose of playful precision to any wall. Bouclé toes the line between functional design and wall art, which was exactly Anonen’s intention for its design.

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The No Bulls**t Guide To Drawing Tablets

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Become a Member Submit BOOOOOOOM Log In / Profile Submit LINKS Membership Open Calls Newsletter Submissions Shop Contact Categories Art Film Photo Design ART PHOTO Shop Open Calls Membership Submissions Design Drawing The No Bulls**t Guide To Drawing Tablets 08.07.25 — Syndicated Content Shopping for a drawing tablet shouldn’t require a PhD in tech specs.

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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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If you have exactly ÂŁ6,493.97 to spend and need 7 different laptops, boy is this the Prime Day post for you

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Pangram Pangram's new website puts its typefaces centre stage with a refined, editorial-inspired redesign

Creative Boom

Award-winning foundry Pangram Pangram has launched a new online platform to elevate its type collection and foster a thriving community centred on design storytelling. Pangram Pangram has unveiled a new website that aims to do more than simply sell fonts. The Montreal-based type foundry, known for its modern and meticulously crafted typefaces, has rebuilt its platform from the ground up, prioritising a smoother, more intuitive user experience while letting the fonts themselves take the spotlight

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Logo Designer vs. UX Designer: Exploring Roles, Skills, and Collaboration

Graphic Design Junction

Explore the creative relationship between logo designer and UX designer by understanding how their goals differ, how they overlap, and how you can benefit from knowing both roles The post Logo Designer vs. UX Designer: Exploring Roles, Skills, and Collaboration first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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The Big Glow Collection by Studio Truly Truly Celebrates Wool

Design Milk

Soft, warm lighting is thankfully something everyone can agree on, from the bedroom to the dining room to even the office. Thanks to Netherlands’ based Studio Truly Truly and their newest release for Australian lighting brand Rakumba , the Big Glow light takes center stage as a sustainable and chic option for anyone looking to elevate their interiors.

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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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AI’s Aversion To Risk

UX Collective

AI’s aversion to risk Do AI UX Design tools play it safe? [link] A couple of weeks ago, I came across a LinkedIn post by Eric Edwards that marvelled at the sheer brilliance of the Open Spaces Burberry ad. He concluded the post by writing: “But if it came out today, a lot of people would assume it is AI. No questions asked. And that’s the unfortunate part, not that AI exists, but that our instinct to be amazed by human craft is fading.

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Gah! No wonder my phone overheated yesterday – I did so much wrong

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Dear Monday: A fresh look for the coaching platform helping women lead the change

Creative Boom

The Female Leadership Academy is no more. Say hello to Dear Monday, a spirited rebrand by Arndt Benedikt that gives the women's leadership platform a fresh identity full of energy, community and purpose. Dear Monday has a bold new identity, marking a fresh chapter for the popular coaching platform, which is on a mission to empower women in leadership.

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20+ Best Portfolio WordPress Themes for Creative Professionals

Graphic Design Junction

The best portfolio themes are designed with the latest AI-powered features and technologies. Portfolio WordPress themes help you present your creative and professional work online in a clean and organized way. The post 20+ Best Portfolio WordPress Themes for Creative Professionals first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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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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Orior Elevates Irish Craft With One Domino Square Penthouse

Design Milk

The Emerald Isle has positioned itself as a central force in contemporary collectibles seemingly overnight but a global audience of artists and historians have witnessed this tectonic shift inch its way forward since the early aughts. Newry-based design brand Orior continues to reshape public perception surrounding Ireland’s creative contributions – characterized by the predominance of studio craft, namely furniture – previously eclipsed by the country’s European neighbors.

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Photoshop Poster Mockup: Transform Your Designs with This Ultra-Realistic Set of Three Glued Posters

We And The Color

Presenting a design is an art form in itself. A brilliant graphic can lose its impact if it’s not shown in a context that does it justice. This is where a high-quality Photoshop poster mockup becomes an essential tool for any creative professional. It bridges the gap between the digital canvas and the real world. The Rose Project has developed a truly exceptional Photoshop mockup featuring a series of three glued posters, offering a level of realism that can elevate any design portfolio or

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How I use comic book techniques to create striking black-and-white digital paintings

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The best new typefaces for July by leading foundries and designers

Creative Boom

Bus Sign by Applied Systems Looking for type inspiration this summer? Then check out our curated selection of the month's most compelling new releases. July is hotting up to be a season of typographic creativity, with designers pushing the boundaries of font design—from thoughtful revivals that reinterpret century-old designs for contemporary use to bold experimental faces that prioritise personality over convention.

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From Visualization to Execution: Exploring Our Strengths as Designers

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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32+ Simple CV Resume Templates with Clean Layout

Graphic Design Junction

Explore simple resume templates that offer clean layout designs, easy navigation, and a practical approach to presenting your experience. These resume templates remove distractions and let your work speak clearly. The post 32+ Simple CV Resume Templates with Clean Layout first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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The LAUFEN VOLTA Collection by Yves Béhar Flows Like Water

Design Milk

Kilns, since the dawn of time, have burned a ferocious amount of energy, requiring a high level of heat for extended periods of time. They are primarily gas powered, and as we set our sights on more sustainable technologies, this is an area that requires quite a bit of overhaul. The VOLTA collection by fuseproject founder Yves Béhar for LAUFEN uses kilns that are completely electric, the first kiln of its kind specifically for use in ceramic sanitaryware.

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20+ Best Free Food Icon Sets for Designers

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Food icons are used everywhere. You’ll see them on restaurant menus, mobile apps, food blogs, delivery sites, and product packaging. They help make content easier to follow, add a bit of character, and guide users through information without needing much explanation. When designed well, icons support the layout without getting in the way. If you’re working on a food-related project, building every icon from scratch usually isn’t the best use of time.

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12 celebrity brands that are totally nailing it, and what designers can learn from them

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The best celebrity brands aren't just a cheap cash-in; they're world-conquering businesses that have a lot to teach anyone working in branding and design.

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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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Round gets a rebellious rebrand, blending eggs, skateboards and graffiti with Parisian flair

Creative Boom

All photography by Jade Ambre We meet the art director behind the bold new look for Round: the egg bun joint shaking up the French capital. Paris isn't short of stylish eateries, but few are as punchy or irreverent as Round , a Californian-style egg bun restaurant founded by two passionate foodies with a flair for the unexpected. Tucked near the hip Canal Saint-Martin, its minimalist interior features rough, exposed walls and a long, industrial counter, a gritty backdrop that gives the space its

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25+ Creative Tech Logo Design Ideas for Digital Brands

Graphic Design Junction

Tech logos shape first impressions and reflect the identity of your digital brand across platforms and products. Start with clean typography. Use modern sans-serif fonts for clarity. The post 25+ Creative Tech Logo Design Ideas for Digital Brands first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Fredericia Relaunches Nanna Ditzel’s Sculptural Bench for Two

Design Milk

Gestural, bold, and refreshingly unusual, Nanna Ditzel’s Bench for Two has captivated the minds and hearts of designers and consumers alike since 1989. Inspired by a butterfly’s symmetry, the unique design invites connection with a form that encourages two people to sit toward one another for quiet conversations. Rereleased by Fredericia and Danish furniture brand A.

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Designing for the Age of AI: Beyond the Prompt—Reclaiming Human-Centered Creativity

We And The Color

The conversation around artificial intelligence in the creative fields is electric. A current of both excitement and anxiety runs through every design studio, freelance community, and classroom. For many, the arrival of powerful generative tools feels like a paradigm shift, a moment where the very definition of creativity is up for debate. Designing for the age of AI is no longer a futuristic concept; it is the immediate reality for every creative professional.

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How to Create Stunning Typography With the Corel Type Tool Kit

Download this free eBook to learn how you can create stunning typography, using the basics, such as placing text, to advanced controls like ligatures, variable fonts, effects, tracking, range kerning, and everything in between. Learn how to: Use Character Control to add variety to your font styles. Use Paragraph Control to manage spacing, alignment, justification and more.