Creative Boom

JULY 1, 2025

Catching the effervescent Brian Collins for a few words at COLLINS House started to feel like Mission Impossible. Reflecting on his early Cannes experience, he doesn't mince his words: "When design was made a new category at Cannes years ago, I was thrilled. Design is what we make possible". Starved of originality. We accepted.

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Creative Boom

JULY 27, 2022

We bring some top tips to help your business through the inevitable slump. These slower times offer an excellent opportunity to work on your business, marketing and brand. They pave the way for self-reflection and improvement, setting you up for the next busy period. And that isn't ideal. Work will then pick up in no time.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 31, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We all make mistakes, but it's about what you learn from them that matters. Let's be honest, we all make mistakes, all year round. If you're a creative professional, meanwhile, making mistakes comes with the territory. This means that mistakes aren't just inevitable; they're often invaluable.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 21, 2022

Top 25 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid When Starting a New Business. Ensure that your startup plan acknowledges the presence of these common mistakes to eliminate them appropriately. It will help you put the right foot ahead to drive growth, revenue, and enhanced business opportunities.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

As the summer winds down, the leaves start to turn, mums shop for the kids' school uniforms, and large groups of uncertain freshers are making their slow shuffle around the town and its pubs. Continuous learning is ultimately the only way to stay relevant in an environment where new trends, technologies, and techniques emerge regularly.

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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 LaFlaga and Ash Phillips of Six Cinquieme.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 24, 2024

Now he's behind a new children's book titled All My Friends Reprise: Looking For Owls. I then went through each section and picked out all of the most exciting and fun visual elements – there were a lot – and then I started drawing. It's very busy and colourful." So far, so (relatively) normal.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 22, 2024

Start an art journal to unleash your creativity and reflect on your journey. As the new year unfolds, it's a wonderful time to embark on a journey of self-expression and discovery through art journaling. Image licensed via Adobe Stock Want to make 2024 special? Before we get into that, though. what is an art journal exactly?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

There are many opportunities to grow your practice, earn more money, and find a new level of fulfilment, whether growing your freelance client base, launching a side project, founding your own agency, or selling your own products. The Business of Graphic Design: Protect & Perfect Your Passion by Aaron Draplin.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 5, 2021

So, you have created a new website and now you want to monetize your blog. There are plenty of SEO related articles on the internet that will help you get started. You start working hard – publishing 5-6 quality pieces of content per week, building backlinks and auditing your website. Choosing the Wrong Keywords.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Everyone started getting into photography because it was more accessible. So we've now built a platform that started as Karl Taylor Education and morphed into Visual Education because I'm not the only tutor any more. We've even heard reports of it being used by university professors as a classroom resource.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 11, 2024

With that in mind, illustrator and designer Rich Banks recommends: "Don't spend ages working on a fancy logo, business cards, flyers etc. I really started to hit my stride when I stopped trying to emulate other successful illustrators," he explains. "In Sounds great in theory, right? Fundamentally, it's about what you do , period.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

We were close friends, then started dating," Romi explains. "We We moved in together, adopted a cat, and then started working together because why not, right?". Since then, we've been working on many projects, making mistakes – of course – but learning a lot in the process. We are excited about what's new to come!".

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 13, 2024

In short, Snoop's approach to this new challenge was nothing short of inspirational. This could mean, for example, experimenting with a new design style, working with a client from an unfamiliar industry, or tackling a project that feels a little intimidating. In reality, though, it often doesn't feel like it.

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Design Shack

JUNE 16, 2025

Over time, even the most thoughtfully designed brand or product can start to drift. As new pages, features, and marketing materials are added, inconsistencies in colors, typography , imagery, and layout can sneak in. What starts as a polished, cohesive system can slowly turn into a patchwork of mismatched styles.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

And this new work by Endless Studio for Hoi Polloi is a great example. With this business being so super-competitive, it's a good place to look for inspired visual identities we can all learn from, whatever sector you're working in. With eye-catching branding, of course. And here's a prime example.

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Just Creative

MAY 13, 2020

So you’ve found a brilliant, catchy new domain name for your project. So before registering that domain name and pointing it to your new website, do a bit of research and avoid these eight mistakes. Mistake #1 – Not Looking at Ownership History. This domain has had new records every year.

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

With that in mind, we wanted to provide you with a step-by-step guide that will help you either build your brand’s strategy or help you start the process of reinventing yourself. To be more specific, it is an emotional experience that is strengthened or weakened depending on interactions experienced with that business. What is a brand?

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

The freelance graphic design industry is booming, with more and more businesses outsourcing their design needs to talented creatives like you. I remember when I first started as a freelance designer. I remember when I first started as a freelance designer. from 2022. It was exhilarating but also a bit daunting.

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Just Creative

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Branding is key for any business. In our modern digital age, your business’ website is one of the main pillars of your communications strategy. Let’s take a look at some of the biggest branding mistakes companies make on their sites, and the steps you can take to avoid them. The Biggest Branding Mistakes to Watch Out For.

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Creative Boom

MAY 2, 2022

Many freelance web designers and web design agencies struggle because they make the same mistakes over and over again. A website is the beating heart of any business. The crucial thing, says Matt, is to understand your client's needs and agree about the business goal and what the venture should be about.

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Creative Boom

JULY 5, 2022

With clients already ranging from Adobe, Facebook, Google and – the dream for any artist – The New Yorker, Sarah's future looks very promising. We wanted to hear more about her epiphany and move to launch her own business. It took a global pandemic to slow many of us down and make others reassess their entire lives. It's a relief.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 17, 2024

As you enter this new chapter brimming with enthusiasm and aspirations, you may grapple with uncertainties and questions your education hasn't properly prepared you for. Expand your network and seek industry knowledge Networking is crucial in the creative industries, and it's never too early to start building your professional connections.

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Designer Daily

DECEMBER 13, 2022

It allows you to search for, find and engage with the right customer base for your business. It allows you to search for, find and engage with the right customer base for your business. But start with the basics – your logo, your colors, your key messaging and your brand identity. What makes a good brand?

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Just Creative

AUGUST 10, 2020

The logo represents the most recognizable face of any business brand, and it can play a crucial role in creating a first impression that can stay in the minds of customers. Naturally, designing a strong logo is very important for any business brand. If designed well, a logo can quickly become a great asset for any business brand.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 22, 2020

The business side of your firm may not be your strong suit and that’s ok. With this in mind, we thought that by highlighting the courses that can help you build your skills in either design or business, you can become more proficient and in time, more successful! Top 10 Futur Courses & Resources for Designers. Typography 01.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 4, 2021

This fast move towards digital platforms implies that businesses need to handle adjustments and demands more efficiently. Most significant businesses changed their logos to make them more current and innovative for this new period, while others extended creative limits to distinguish themselves from the competition.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 24, 2023

And we're not just talking about the normal fuddie-duddies who don't understand technology or are just scared of anything new. We'll start with Dr Jonnie Penn, professor of AI ethics and society at Cambridge University, who believes there's a lot of misunderstanding about large language models such as Chat-GPT. Numbers remain fixed.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 28, 2024

The more grounding you have in the fundamentals and the more experience you have, the better able you'll be to navigate this chaotic new landscape. Its employees are physically young, being in their 20s and early 30s (client director Tebo Mpanza is 34, and his business partner Jay Topham turns 31 this year).

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Inkbot Design

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

I've watched countless businesses struggle with brand recognition, so I've developed this comprehensive guide. Whether you're starting fresh or rebranding , these steps will transform your business's identity into a powerful asset that resonates with your target audience. Let's ensure you don't make the same mistakes.

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Just Creative

APRIL 11, 2023

The logo represents the most recognizable face of any business brand, and it can play a crucial role in creating a first impression that can stay in the minds of customers. Naturally, designing a strong logo is very important for any business brand. If designed well, a logo can quickly become a great asset for any business brand.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 3, 2021

If you’re running a business, you can’t just hope for leads to come to you. To succeed in business, you need a blog that turns leads into paying customers and offers something unique to potential clients. To succeed in business, you need a blog that turns leads into paying customers and offers something unique to potential clients.

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Just Creative

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The business side of your firm may not be your strong suit and that’s ok. With this in mind, we thought that by highlighting the courses that can help you build your skills in either design or business, you can become more proficient and in time, more successful! We don’t blame you!

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Just Creative

JANUARY 20, 2020

Social networks became a mandatory marketing tool a long time ago, but they keep evolving and forcing marketers to figure out new ways to approach potential customers. According to one report, almost 80% of small businesses in the U.S. It is suitable for all types of businesses because it attracts a wide range of consumers.

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Graphic Design Junction

JULY 27, 2021

Designers often make the mistake of designing for themselves and their creative processes and not for their clients. If you are building a new website, it’s best not to use text on the homepage if you can help it. One of the most important aspects of a website is its architecture. Create an Easy Top-Level Navigation Menu.

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Just Creative

JUNE 14, 2020

The other thing about large format graphic design is that any mistakes that you make will be blindingly obvious once they are blown up to full size and displayed for the world to see. Large graphics are becoming increasingly popular amongst business owners looking for new avenues of marketing and advertising. Or a bus wrap.

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Just Creative

DECEMBER 3, 2020

As creating a website becomes simpler and more affordable, both individual bloggers and businesses must struggle with ever-growing competition for eyeballs on their content. As a result, promoting a new blog can become a challenging undertaking. The good news is that designing a compelling blog layout can seriously simplify this task.

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