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How to use Adobe Illustrator's Retype tool to find the perfect typeface for your project

Creative Bloq

A step-by-step guide to nailing your typography every time.

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A Musician’s Passion Project Leads to Hand-Built Furniture Debut

Design Milk

When Zack Nestel-Patt first began designing furniture, it wasnt for the masses. It hit closer to home his own home. A touring musician by trade, Zacks foray into design started with a single piece he built for his living room in Los Angeles. That one-off creation quickly snowballed first gaining attention through Not Normal Market LA, then evolving into a full-fledged collection under his Ah Um Design Studio.

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D&AD Awards 2025: who won what?

Creative Boom

With the judging process changing dramatically this year, which agencies won big in the D&AD Awards 2025? For many, it's the biggest and most nerve-wracking night in the creative calendar. D&AD held its 63rd awards ceremony last night (Thursday 22 May) at London's Southbank Centre and handed out a record-breaking 668 Pencils across all categories.

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50+ Best Photoshop Tutorials in 2025

Graphic Design Junction

A list of 50+ best Photoshop tutorials in 2025 , perfect for beginners, intermediate, and advanced Adobe Photoshop users. The tutorials are essential learning tools for designers, photographers, and digital artists. The post 50+ Best Photoshop Tutorials in 2025 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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The next design trend should start with your hands, not a computer

UX Collective

Designing without modern tools isnt regressionits a stance against authoritative, tech-imposed aesthetics. The Art of Suminagashi Japanese Marbling | Image source: youtube.com I find most design trends irritatingnot because they exist, but because too many designers follow them instead of forging their own. Then again, maybe thats just my rebellious naturetalking.

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History on tap: An ode to the design legacy of traditional pubs

Its Nice That

In traditional British pub design, the old ways are just better. In celebration of pub garden season, Stuart Tolley explores the beauty of pub visual ephemera, and meets creatives inspired by its aesthetics.

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Best Free T-Shirt Mockups in 2025

Graphic Design Junction

Present your t-shirt design without hiring a photographer or using complex tools. Free t-shirt mockups let you place your design on real-life visuals instantly. These free mockups come in high quality. The post Best Free T-Shirt Mockups in 2025 first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Palm House Reawakens a 1940s Suburban Home in Australia

Design Milk

Tucked into a residential lot in Victoria, Australia, Palm House demonstrates how an outdated home can be sensitively reimagined to meet the evolving needs of contemporary family life without erasing its history. Designed by Leeton Pointon Architects + Interiors , the project breathes new life into a post-war 1940s suburban dwelling that had grown tired, dark, and disconnected from the outdoors.

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Why fonts look better on macOS than on Windows

UX Collective

When art and science render the same word, it doesn’t always look the same.

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Michael Ezzell turns literature into picture books with surrealist illustrations

Its Nice That

These tarot-esque drawings render whimsical scenes inside of used books.

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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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Coca-Cola's bold new Vitaminwater logo hides a subtle design secret

Creative Bloq

The brand's typography gets a vitamin hit.

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25+ Best Procreate Brushes for Illustrations

Graphic Design Junction

Procreate brushes help artists create stunning concept art and illustrations. They offer control and variety. Each brush adds a unique touch to characters, environments, and details. For fantasy illustrations, these Procreate brushes bring imagination to life. The post 25+ Best Procreate Brushes for Illustrations first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Are the New Sony WH-1000XM6 Wireless Headphones the Best Out There?

Design Milk

Sony has carved out a dominant place in the wireless headphone market with its acclaimed WH-1000X series, and with the release of the WH-1000XM6 , the company is pushing its reputation for premium audio performance, smart features, and thoughtful design even further. This latest model offers several long-requested upgrades some subtle, some significant all while staying true to the identity that made previous generations so successful.

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Creative Branding: Bike For Brain Health Visual Identity

Abduzeedo

Creative Branding: Bike For Brain Health Visual Identity abduzeedo 05/26 2025 Explore the award-winning "Bike For Brain Health" project. See how dynamic art direction and branding create a powerful visual identity for a cause. Every so often, a design project comes along that truly resonates. It's more than just aesthetics; it's about conveying a powerful message.

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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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Puppets, portals and a big ol’ snake: enter Chrissie Abbott’s weird world for French x Element’s collab

Its Nice That

Designer, artist and illustrator Chrissie Abbott teams up with French and Element to create a gloriously absurd campaign film series.

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What Taylor Swift’s past reveals about the future look of Reputation (Taylor’s Version)

Creative Bloq

A deep dive into the evolution of Swifts re-recorded album art and why her visual history may hold the key to her most iconic eras transformation.

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30+ Bold Poster Fonts to Make Your Message Stand Out

Graphic Design Junction

Creating a strong visual impact with poster designs often comes down to one key element: poster fonts. The right font can turn a simple message into something unforgettable. The post 30+ Bold Poster Fonts to Make Your Message Stand Out first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Nader Gammas Reimagines the Candelabra With a Playful Twist

Design Milk

Once reserved for formal dinners and dimly lit mantels, the classic candelabra just got a colorful glow-up. Dubai-based lighting designer Nader Gammas brings the silhouette into the modern era with Woaw , a new collection that trades tradition for toy-like shapes, bold color blocking, and loads of personality. Debuting under his more accessible label Mr.

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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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Breathtaking Winning Photos from the 2025 Milky Way Photographer of the Year

Design You Trust

One in a Billion by Don Pettit The 2025 Milky Way Photographer of the Year contest has revealed 25 stunning images that celebrate the beauty of our galaxy. With 6,000 submissions from 16 nationalities, the winners captured breathtaking shots from locations worldwide, including Chile, Greece, Yemen, and even space. Curated by Capture the Atlas editor Dan Zafra, the selections highlight rare celestial events, dramatic landscapes, and exceptional storytelling.

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This InDesign Travel Magazine Layout Transforms Your Stories into Stunning Visual Journeys

We And The Color

Creating a captivating publication often seems like a monumental task, reserved for seasoned designers with years of experience. But what if you could access a shortcut to stunning design? This is where an exceptional InDesign travel magazine layout becomes your most valuable asset. Imagine having a professionally crafted foundation, ready for your unique content, that instantly elevates your travel stories.

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How to use Adobe Illustrator's Generative Recolor tool: All you need to know

Creative Bloq

Save time with colour palettes with this guide.

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Stephen Shames Highlights a Transformational Era in ‘Black Panthers & Revolution’

Colossal

Completed in 1940, California Highway 17now Interstate 880 bulldozed a vast swath of Oakland’s African American community to make room for the route. Cut off from downtown, these neighborhoods were stripped of their economic connections to the commercial center, disrupting social cohesion and among other policies and attitudes at the time, setting in motion an era of increased unrest.

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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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The New B&O Beosound A1 Bluetooth Speaker Is Built for Sustainability

Design Milk

The Bang & Olufsen Beosound A1 has long stood out as a premium portable speaker, beloved for its compact size, sleek aesthetics, and rich audio performance. Now in its third generation, the latest iteration of the Beosound A1 introduces not only refined sound and design upgrades but also a significant leap forward in sustainability and longevity.

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Fading lights in Ukraine mapped

FlowingData

Ukraine has suffered ongoing damage to their power infrastructure since the invasion began. Bloomberg mapped the damage through the lens of lights from above. A Bloomberg News analysis of satellite imagery collected by NASA found that Kharkiv City experienced a 94% drop in the intensity of nighttime lights in the autumn of 2024 when compared to three years before Russias invasion.

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Professional Media Kit Presentation Template by GraphicArtist for Adobe InDesign

We And The Color

Create a Striking Media Kit Presentation with this Customizable InDesign Template. A media kit presentation can be a powerful first impression, a visual handshake that can open doors to incredible opportunities. If one is looking to make a mark, secure partnerships, or simply showcase their brand’s essence with clarity and style, a compelling media kit presentation is no longer a luxuryit’s a necessity.

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These iconic logo rebrands ditch design briefs to embrace the joy of creativity

Creative Bloq

VSA Partners encourages creative autonomy to create Design for Better.

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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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1000+ Free Photoshop Hair Brushes For Artists 2025

Design Beep

Free Photoshop Hair Brushes represent one of the most valuable tools in a digital artist’s arsenal. Whether you’re a professional retoucher, digital painter, or someone just starting to explore the world of graphic design, mastering the use of hair brushes in Photoshop can dramatically improve your artwork and save countless hours of meticulous detailing.

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Beats Expands Its Accessory Lineup With New Charging Cables

Design Milk

Beats by Dre may be best known for its iconic headphones and speakers, but the Apple-owned audio brand is officially branching into a new product category: charging cables. With the debut of Beats Cables , the company aims to bring its signature mix of bold style and reliable performance to the accessory space and yes, theyre more than just colorful cords.

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Maison de l'architecture et de la ville

Design Everywhere

Design Everywhere is a blog focused on showcasing carefully selected graphic design works and beyond around the world. These daily dose of visual inspirations are collected by Preston Tham. All works displayed here are rightfully credited to their respective owners.

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QuiteLike Branding: How Universal Favourite Cooked Up a Deliciously Rewarding Identity

We And The Color

Today, we’re looking at the QuiteLike branding , a masterful refresh by the wizards at Universal Favourite. QuiteLike is on a mission, you see. They want to help Australians sink their teeth into a better meal kit experience. This isn’t just about dinner arriving in a box. Oh no, it’s about reimagining the entire category. They’re serving up meaningful, memorable moments through the simple acts of cooking and eating, and everything delightful in between.

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What in the World is a Force Majeure?

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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Pentagram's heartwarming identity for a charity that helps pets and their people

Creative Boom

Marina Willer and her team at Pentagram are behind a super cute new identity for leading pet charity Woodgreen that has been designed to reflect the charity's special mission: "to help pets and their people". Established in North London in 1924, Woodgreen provides a safe haven for vulnerable pets in need of urgent care or a loving new home and offers expert advice and hands-on support to owners of pets, not only dogs and cats but also a range of domestic animals including rodents and chickens.

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