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Is social media for self-promotion over? Creatives reveal their honest thoughts

Creative Boom

I've given up on Instagram," complains freelance book cover designer Alex Kirby. "I Mixing posts with forced advertising has made my feed less tailored to my interests and more about me being a customer for others.". I search 'freelance animator' and filter to posts to find shoutouts. So, how widespread are these experiences?

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James Olstein uses his love of screen printing to create stunning digital illustrations with an analogue feel

Creative Boom

James Olstein chats to us about his love of zines, how web design led to his career as a freelance illustrator, and how his love of screen printing has shaped his work as a digital artist. In 2016 I had enough clients that I went out on my own as a freelancer, and I still am today."

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16 of the best online shops to buy original art prints for your home

Creative Boom

In fact, you probably spend every working day meticulously crafting amazing-looking work for your company or freelance clients – not just because you want praise and reward. Poster & Frame Poster & Frame is a poster shop established in 2018 by a seasoned team from the Danish design, advertising and design industries.

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The Sony Vaio Logo – The Meaning Behind Sony’s Laptop Logo Designed by Teiyu Goto

Logo Smith

Originally an acronym of Video Audio Integrated Operation, this was amended to Visual Audio Intelligent Organizer in 2008 to celebrate the brand’s 10th anniversary. A quick journey to Wikipedia reveals the following information on the meaning behind the Vaio logo: Etymology of the Sony Vaio Logo.

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Top 10 Best Courses on Domestika (in English)

Just Creative

He is also the author of award-winning children’s books, apps, TV shows, interactive exhibitions, and advertising campaigns. Since 2008, he has won more than 50 awards for his work including Gold awards from the Association of Illustrators, the Illustrators Guild of Ireland, the IDI, and ICAD. Learn More. Learn More.

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10 brilliant illustrators you should have on your radar

Creative Boom

Caver Zhang Caver Zhang is a freelance illustrator based in Jinan, China. Having graduated in fine arts in 2008, he now leads the digital arts course at Shandong University of Arts. Jazzy Yuan Jazzy Yuan is a freelance illustrator who's currently based in Lisbon, Portugal. Work by Amao 2. Work by Caver Zhang 3.

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50 Best Design Blogs You Have To Read (2020 Update)

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Founded in 1980, Creative Review is the world’s leading monthly magazine for advertising, design and visual culture. Underpinned is an online platform of tools and services for freelancers and its associated blog has an array of articles about all aspects of going freelance. Creative Review. Underpinned. Identity Designed.