Creative Boom

JUNE 1, 2025

Senior designer Rose O'Mahony, who's been at Springetts Brand Design for 11 years, exemplifies this shift. "I I used to success meant being a design director in a big agency in London; my ambition after university," she explains. However, I decided not to become a design director by choice. That is success to me."

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Creative Boom

JUNE 17, 2025

The consensus from industry leaders is that to survive as a freelancer , illustrators need to double down on what makes them unique and carve out a distinctive style to set them apart. Jean Jullien French graphic designer and illustrator currently lives and works in Paris. It's a tough time to be an illustrator right now.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 1, 2025

That's why Falmouth University is offering the opportunity to study at home, part-time, enabling designers, artists and storytellers to access world-class creative education in a way that fits around their existing careers and commitments. The MA was completely shifted my perspective on design," he explains. "I

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Creative Boom

APRIL 30, 2025

I loved this job because it let me create something bold and graphic in a really unusual spot. Growing up obsessed with graffiti, Oskar spent his youth writing on things but later progressed to a degree in graphic design. Logistics is key to painting a beautiful mural on time and on budget.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

The term illustration didn't even cross his path until sixth form college, where he studied art and design and discovered some books on British illustrator Ralph Steadman and professional cartoonist Gerald Scarfe. There has also been scope to evolve the Bake Off illustration style, which has become more refined as the show has gone on.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2022

We asked ten successful freelance illustrators to share the benefit of their experience to date, and they all shared valuable tips and insights. Perhaps the biggest challenge of being a freelance illustrator, at least at the start, is getting enough work. Slowly, I found my way to create my own design. Try out different styles.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Deciding what to charge is one of the biggest challenges of being a freelancer. It's one of the most maddening things about freelancing: how do you set your rates? But at least it will help give you a baseline to think about your freelance rates and how you can get there over time.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

In design, fonts are very important for making great visuals. For graphic designers, the right font can turn a simple project into something amazing. The Power of Fonts in Modern Design Typography is more than just arranging letters; its about evoking emotions and communicating messages effectively.

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Designer Daily

JUNE 28, 2023

Image source In a world fueled by visual storytelling, where creativity knows no bounds, a graphic design degree becomes your passport to a universe of limitless possibilities. As you embark on a thrilling journey to discover your career path, envision a future where your artistic flair becomes your superpower.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

For creative freelancers, the start of the year is often a quiet time, with few enquiries coming in. And there are plenty of useful things that creative freelancers can do to stay productive, focused and positive during these quieter periods. UX and visual designer Julius Löwe takes a similar approach. "I

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Creative Boom

JUNE 8, 2023

Branding Design of the Year 2023: Campus, Reading International by Socrates Communications The victors of the Indigo Design Award 2023 offer extraordinary examples of real-world design we can all seek to emulate. We share the seven main winning designs here. Are you seeking inspiration for your work?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Freelancing is great, but at the start money can be tight. Or do you yearn to break free and embark on a freelance journey more than ever? It's time to take your passion for creativity and kickstart your freelance venture. Graphic design and illustration 1. Don't worry.

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Designer Daily

FEBRUARY 15, 2021

Regardless of the kind of business you run, there’ll be a time that you’re going to need a graphic designer to improve your website. But, unless you’re an expert in website design and development, working with an experienced graphic designer will make a lot of sense in several ways. Know the Types.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 13, 2024

If you work as a creative freelancer, many people will be seriously jealous of you. The life of a freelance graphic designer or artist can be exhilarating, but it can also be challenging and, at times, isolating. We list seven tips for following in Snoop Dogg's footsteps and unlocking your creative potential.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Designer Ferran Feixas has worked with some of the industry's most iconic agencies, from Pentagram to Interbrand, Wolff Olins to Mother Design. In our exclusive interview, he shares his views on the positive influence of social media, how the pandemic broke down barriers, and the need to design sustainably. The Nue Co.

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Creative Boom

JULY 12, 2022

Katrina Romulo didn't always know she'd become a designer. Sparking inspiration, Katrina went to UC Berkeley and majored in Sustainable Environment Design. Spending much of her free time designing, Katrina's love of the medium quickly evolved – especially in the realms of brand and packaging.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2025

We talked to five illustrators and designers who take on private commissions about the pros, the cons, and what it does for their careers. But in today's world, it's something illustrators and designers are increasingly turning to. Since last year, I've been retraining to become a tattoo artist as well," says Robin.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 6, 2022

It's a lesson the characters in Angela Kirkwood's animated music video would do well to learn, as it follows the life of a cat who has become completely obsessed with a dog and pays the price along the way. It's not like the scale of the work, which runs at three and a half minutes, was daunting to Angela, though.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 21, 2022

Want to become a graphic designer? In the old days, that would have meant spending three years at university, then moving to a big city and interning at a design agency. Because the truth is that in today's world, it's perfectly possible to both study and work remotely as a designer. Image licensed via Adobe Stock.

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Creative Boom

JULY 5, 2022

For Sarah Madden , a graphic designer based in Leeds, she realised she wanted to embrace freelance illustration and design full-time to explore a better lifestyle. Having previously worked for a couple of design studios in Leeds, Sarah worked longer hours when other staff had been put on furlough.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 14, 2022

Illustrator, digital designer and creative artist Humberto Cruz has been making waves on Instagram thanks to his unique pop culture-inspired style. Having recently gone freelance thanks to a successful run on Everpress , he shares his insights on what it means to be successful and how to build a following. Why Everpress?

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Designer Daily

MARCH 24, 2024

As we enter 2024, the graphic design landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace, driven by technological advancements and changing consumer expectations. This year, we are witnessing a fusion of innovative trends that are not only reshaping the design world but also the way we interact with visual content.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 22, 2023

Multi-disciplined creative and globetrotter Maria Navarro Sanchez combines illustration and design to create stunning and empowering artwork. Based in the German city of Karlsruhe, illustrator and designer Maria Navarro Sanchez's career has been meandering. After this, she completed an MA in graphic design. "I

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

That presents a great opportunity for artists, designers, photographers, writers, and digital dreamers to embark on a journey of self-improvement and skill refinement. You might want to add extra strings to your bow in order to secure a promotion, a new job or more tantalising freelance opportunities.

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Graphic Design Junction

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Today we are featuring creative illustrator and freelance graphic artist “ Dale Edwin Murray ”, with his amazing illustration art collection. He is a freelance illustrator artist and graphic designer living and working in London. Best Photoshop Actions for Photographers & Designers. Unlimited Downloads.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 16, 2022

It'd be near-impossible to attend all the individual grad shows at each college and university – but don't worry, you don't need to because New Designers is back! This carnival of creativity gives design graduates a chance to showcase their work, find buyers, and connect with businesses to obtain career guidance and attend portfolio reviews.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 17, 2022

Today, she works as a freelance illustrator, drawing inspiration from urban and natural landscapes and adding emotion to every piece. What began as a quest to search for a cure has become so much more than I ever anticipated.". After my art foundation, I realised I would be a better fit for illustration rather than graphic design.

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

How to Find Lucrative Freelance Graphic Design Jobs Are you looking to break into the world of freelance graphic design? This comprehensive guide will share my top tips and strategies for finding high-paying freelance graphic design jobs. What kind of design work do you excel at?

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 8, 2024

Project by Buff Buff's Creative Director and Co-founder Tom Allen explains why he's become the course leader for the English-language Online Master in Motion Graphics at LABASAD. In short, the world is craving more and more animated experiences, yet the number of designers proficient in this niche skill is comparatively small.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

We chat with an independent designer and art director at YouTube Music about his inspirations, career trajectory, and the importance of learning from setbacks. When asked, 'What first got you interested in design?' That sounds like a bit of a paradox because music is, well, aural, and design is mainly visual.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

I've given up on Instagram," complains freelance book cover designer Alex Kirby. "I The decline of interactions since the push for viral and video content has made me engage less with platforms," says brand and print designer Matt Lamont. Designer Antonio Carusone has had a similar experience. Don't discount TikTok.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

New York-based illustrator Andy Huang channels his knowledge of communication design into his illustrations of people to create colourful, expressive depictions that exude style and personality. And thank goodness he did, as he's gifted us with vibrant, graphic illustrations that focus on the human body. "My

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 1, 2024

From home offices to coffee-stained desks, these blue-collar designers are the creative engines driving innovation and proving that true design excellence doesn't always come with a big office or a ton of publicity. These blue-collar designers, who do more with less, have a soft spot in my heart, not just because they pay my bills.

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Creative Boom

MAY 12, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We canvass a panel of experts on where the graphic design profession is heading and how agencies might fit into a brave new, AI-driven world. Graphic design is an ever-evolving field, shaped by new technologies, changing consumer behaviours, and broader cultural shifts.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 17, 2021

He thoughts procreate tutorials are very easy to understand and helpful for digital artist and graphic designers. Best free Procreate tutorials to learn drawing, digital illustration and character design. Vincent Chu is also available for freelancing you can catch him on artstation. 25+ Modern Adobe Lightroom Presets.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 24, 2025

Indeed, with many creatives falling away from other social platforms, it's arguably becoming more relevant to our profession than ever. This direct line to decision-makers remains one of LinkedIn's strongest selling points for freelancers and creative businesses alike."

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

With backgrounds in graphic design and business management, Ash and Miro's journey began in 2015 as freelance creative directors producing visuals for local artists in Montréal. We escaped and started freelancing but then realised we'd set ourselves another trap, if that makes sense? Miro: Yeah. Grand Montréal Comique.

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