Creative Boom

JUNE 20, 2022

Launching a new shop is a brave enterprise in an increasingly challenging retail environment, and good branding can mean the difference between success and failure. Lynne McCusker is a senior freelance designer based in Scotland. Although the shop won't launch till next year, we love the designs and were keen to learn more about them.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 27, 2024

In the graphic design world, presenting your work effectively is crucial. These digital tools allow designers to showcase their creations in a realistic setting, making it easier for clients and stakeholders to visualize the final product. When selecting Photoshop mockups, consider the relevance of the mockup to your design.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Who doesn't love an art fair or creative market? And if you're an artist, illustrator, or designer yourself, they're a great opportunity to make money doing what you love. So, to help you make the most of these events, we asked experienced creators who have found success in the art fair and market scene to share their best tips.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 28, 2025

But if you've spent more than five minutes in a meeting or scrolling through design briefs, you'll know there's a whole lexicon of tired, overused buzzwords that have lost all meaning. Premium If you've ever worked on a design brief for a tech company, you'll know that "premium" is a go-to descriptor. We should maybe find out.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 10, 2023

So we were intrigued to hear about the launch of Social Impact Coffee, a new speciality roastery that believes every cup of coffee shouldn't just taste good but do good. Its transparent business model includes coffee beans from regenerative farms, zero waste cafés and farmers paid above the Fairtrade price.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 29, 2022

But recent algorithm changes and a push for more video content have left many artists and designers struggling to enjoy the same likes and reach. If IG has become too exhausting, what marketing alternatives are there? If you're looking for free or affordable options to market yourself, don't fret! We explore some options.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Scandinavian consumer branding and design agency Everland has worked with French alternative food company OLALA! We're here to challenge the market but do it sustainably. All communication builds on great taste and the feeling of eating good seafood. With great taste comes great opportunity. So far, OLALA!

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

The creative community shares its best advice on how to put this time to good use. So it's much better to stay busy and occupy your mind. By taking a creative and proactive approach, you'll survive any slowdown in business mentally and come out stronger and more resilient on the other side.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 13, 2024

There's no "right answer" here; it's largely about experimentation and seeing what works, but here are some good places to start. Logo design to musical motifs Elements of your logo design can inspire musical motifs. Here are some reasons they're the perfect fit for designers and brand managers.

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Designer Daily

JANUARY 4, 2023

As a designer, you are probably regularly faced with the task of designing flyers. Although it can be fun to work on graphic design for a flyer, it usually is considered a secondary task if you compare it with a logo design or general branding work. Corporate Business Flyer. PSD Business Design Flyer Template.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

AI images are also popular for 'filler' online content designed to grab the viewer's attention but not studied too much. It can help us with our email, accounting, and marketing and will become an essential tool for running a small business. "If Adding extra strings to your bow is also a good idea.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 6, 2025

A well-designed logo can leave a lasting impression on customers and make your brand stand out. Among the key elements that contribute to a stunning logo design , choosing the right font is one of the most important decisions youll make. Thats why designers often turn to collections of the best logo fonts for inspiration.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 3, 2023

In the world's largest legal cannabis market, how do you stand out from the crowd? The new designs, then, would stand a good chance of standing out in a crowded marketplace if they could effectively convey Breez's brand values (of a quality product that tastes good) without resorting to more traditional, staid luxury cues.

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Creative Boom

JULY 18, 2024

Multidisciplinary creative Deji Ajetomobi is launching a new magazine focusing on African design talent and partnerships. The new title seeks to address the widespread underrepresentation of African creative work, particularly in art and design. In 2020, he secured his first freelance project, designing gym wear for an overseas client.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

They've become a popular choice for busy individuals and families seeking convenient yet good-quality food options. And they've been working with Kuudes , a creative business design agency based in Helsinki and Stockholm, to drive that new vision forward. That was the real challenge," says Piëtke.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Ragged Edge's work for Marshmellow The world of graphic design is constantly evolving, with new trends emerging all the time. But the good news is that whatever happens to the economy in 2024, graphic design will be in demand… perhaps more than ever. Nearly every website design firm I know now offers this."

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Best condensed & narrow fonts for graphic designers offer a perfect way to create stunning, professional designs with limited space. Whether you are working on branding, advertising, or sleek UI designs, condensed fonts provide versatility and style. Professional templates and high-quality fonts elevate your design game.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

How do you make a business founded in 1938 relevant today? Anniversaries are a tricky business. On the one hand, you want to celebrate that a brand or company has been in business for several decades or even centuries. Defy's 85th birthday ads for luxury retailer Boyds provide a shining example.

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Creative Boom

MAY 11, 2023

chose 'It's neither good nor bad', 16.7% said 'Not sure', and only around a quarter of you (26%) said, 'It's good, work is steady'. And as a freelancer, a lot of that is down to marketing. Specifically, marketing yourself and your personal brand. Marketing director Katie Kelly agrees. As for the other options, 17.1%

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The world of visual design is constantly evolving, and 2025 promises to deliver some of the most exciting transformations yet. With rapid advancements in technology, the rise of artificial intelligence, and a renewed focus on sustainability, design is becoming more dynamic and inclusive.

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Designer Daily

JANUARY 18, 2023

Even before the internet took over the world, design was vitally important to the successful functioning of small businesses. A solid company name, an eye-catching logo, and a consistent marketing campaign go a long way. Here is how you can take control of your graphic and web design to propel your business into the future.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2023

We look at Franklyn's new design refresh for the brand and the backstory behind it. There are many great reasons to work in graphic design, but most of the time, feeling a rush of blood to the head and pumping adrenaline isn't one of them. So far, so good. If you haven't heard of WeWork, here's a quick refresher.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

We explore how Wolff Olins partnered with LG to help them visually convey their message that 'Life's Good'. But wallowing in misery doesn't do anyone any good, as we explored in our recent article, How to get your mojo back in the world of 2023. Everyone's down in the dumps right now.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 8, 2023

Design the life you want to lead Katie Lencheski founded the NYC-based creative agency SMAKK in 2011 to give herself more creative freedom. But it's only in the past five or so years that I've realised the real power in having my own agency is that it allows me to design a life I love. Here's what they had to say.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 14, 2025

Whether you’re working on branding projects or showcasing your design skills, having high-quality mockups can make all the difference. Here, we present 50+ box packaging mockups , divided into premium and free categories, to help you elevate your designs. Box packaging plays a crucial role in presenting products effectively.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The phrases "tech-dominated travel" and "business-to-business" aren't the most friendly or accessible you're likely to hear, even if their intentions are good. Thanks to the inclusion of precise curves and sharp, industrial design-inspired angles, its bold forms further capture air ticket and air tag typography.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 22, 2024

If you are a graphic designer, staying updated with trends is key to staying ahead. Using the latest free fonts and fresh typography styles can instantly improve your work and keep your designs looking modern and creative. The good news? In past years, fresh font styles have emerged, catering to a wide range of design needs.

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Creative Boom

JULY 12, 2022

As more of us get back to live events, in-person markets are returning as another brilliant place to meet people and showcase and sell your work. Ahead of its return this November, Glasgow Print Fair has been swamped with enquiries from artists and designers keen to share and sell their work at the popular event. Glasgow Print Fair.

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Designer Daily

APRIL 8, 2025

Web design, at its heart, is a marriage of technology and creativity. More than that, web design is a field expected to keep growing at a healthy pace. Whether you want to build websites for small businesses or create user experiences for innovation companies, an online degree in web design could be just the thing youre looking for.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 21, 2024

and Europe who are changing branding and design for the better. Founded in 2013, Elvie has grown into a global market leader for premium breast pumps in the U.K. At Elvie, we design solutions for women and therefore believe women should be part of the solution. How many have you heard of? Read on to find out. In the U.K.,

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Many clients don't fully appreciate what graphic designers can offer them. There are many good things about graphic design, including the potential to earn a decent salary, engage in hybrid or remote working, and do fulfilling, interesting work.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Credit: Kingsland New York agency Kingsland wanted to give employees a calling card – but a run-of-the-mill business card wouldn't cut it. As an agency, Kingsland's brand has always leaned into a richer aesthetic than most design and brand studios out there. And so we began to think, let's make physical business cards.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Japanese-style fonts bring a unique blend of tradition and modernity to design projects, making them a popular choice for businesses and creatives alike. Whether you’re working on branding, packaging, or web design, the right Japanese-style font can evoke cultural authenticity, elegance, or contemporary simplicity.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 11, 2024

And so what we end up producing often feels like fake marketing BS, at least to ourselves. With that in mind, illustrator and designer Rich Banks recommends: "Don't spend ages working on a fancy logo, business cards, flyers etc. Designer and illustrator Xavier Segers, aka The Last Dodo , echoes this point. "My

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Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2024

The illustrator and designer helped take two friends' restaurant idea from humble beginnings to awards success. From Bidenomonics to Romantasy, everyone loves a good portmanteau – the technical term for two words joined together. The project started as a t-shirt design for the staff," explains Chloe.

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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. 90% of my business used to come through Instagram until this year," she says.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

The design industry is charging forward into 2025 with excitement and renewed purpose. So read on to see what's coming next and discover how the industry is tackling some of the most pressing issues in design today. Brand innovation with purpose Sustainability is only one element in a growing trend for agencies to want to go good.

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