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Mark James isn't bored (and he doesn't think you should be either)

Creative Boom

A move to London came in 2000 with the opportunity to art direct at Island Records, before a return to Cardiff in 2012 saw him set up a home studio, where he still works today. Social media's good too. Under Neon Loneliness. Photography by Mary Wycherley @Two Cats In The Yard Under Neon Loneliness.

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10 Famous Logos That Broke Design Rules and Won

Inkbot Design

London 2012: The Rule of Immediate Legibility The Rule Broken: A logo must be instantly clear and easily read. The controversy it generated was worth more in media value than any “nice” logo could ever have achieved. When the London 2012 logo dropped, the designers had to defend it. It was designed to be an event.

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The 20 graphic designers inspiring us the most in 2025

Creative Boom

Born in Taipei, Taiwan, and joining Pentagram in 2012, Natasha has become one of the most influential voices in contemporary graphic design. Her work spans major cultural institutions, luxury brands, and editorial clients, always with an approach that prioritises conceptual rigour over surface aesthetics.

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10 Famous Failed Logo Redesigns: How Ego and Bad Strategy Cost Billions

Inkbot Design

London 2012 Olympics: An Invitation to Controversy The Before: For its bid, London used a graceful, ribbon-like design in the colours of the Olympic rings, forming the shape of the River Thames. Users, advertisers, and the media were confused. Your logo should be a mental shortcut, not a puzzle.

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State of the industry 2025: are freelancers surviving, or thriving?

Creative Boom

Motion designer and director Joao Raimundo Monteiro offers a particularly bleak assessment: "I reckon it has been the worst 12/15 months since I've started my career back in 2012," he reveals. "I The threat of AI has prompted me to pivot into new genres such as audiobooks in addition to commercials and games," he explains. "It

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Your Brand is Lying: 12 Signs You Need a Rebrand Now

Inkbot Design

What looked fresh and modern in 2012 can look tired and dated today. They look at your social media presence. Your social media voice is utterly different from your website copy. .” It prevents culture clashes and brand confusion. It establishes a new, unified foundation from day one. This isn't just about your logo.

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Service design isn't just a buzzword – it makes happier people

Creative Bloq

A course at the Royal College of Art in London (RCA) only began in 2012 and many people havent even heard of the term. They seek to transform services and solve societal problems, often using similar methods and tools to UX design. As a discipline, service design is still relatively new. But thats starting to change. Visit our corporate site.