Creative Boom

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Editor Adrian Shaughnessy explains how it came about and why you should support it. To learn more about this exciting project, we chatted with Adrian Shaughnessy, the book's editor and graphic designer, writer, educator, and publisher. The time is right Firstly, how did the book come about? I love her sketches for her typefaces.

Graphic Design

Creative Boom

JULY 29, 2025

We spoke to founder Malte Gruhl about subcultural aesthetics, staying boutique by design, and why every project is a chance to leave something behind. Maybe it is cliché, but there is not just one project that pushed us," says Malte. "So So far, it has been more of a steady series of ups and downs, always leading us forward.

Client

Creative Boom

JANUARY 8, 2025

The Great Frog came to us with a really cool idea of going through four different lands or worlds that represent the jewellery in their new collection. Another wonderful thing about the piece was that it came about through word of mouth via Dark Arts Coffee, one of Kitchen's ongoing clients. Mushroom world with WIP sketch.

Animation

Creative Boom

APRIL 8, 2025

While Refreshers already enjoys cult status in the US, its role in China is strategic. RTD is a crucial sector for us to reinforce our coffee leadership position in China," says Catrina Xiaoyu Wang, senior manager at Starbucks China. It's not just about delivering caffeine; it's about delivering a moment.

Portfolio

Creative Boom

JUNE 15, 2025

What's striking about this year's results is the popularity of studios that aren't just producing beautiful work but are also actively shaping discussions and tackling the big challenges facing our industry and society. Read on to discover the 25 studios our community is most excited about right now. Read more about the project here.

Inspiration

Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

But everything can be summed up in a simple rule for designers: "If it doesn't make you want to give us a fist bump, it's probably not right." Chris Hoag, senior brand manager at Riot Games, adds, "Stink helped us synthesise how various teams used the brand and clarify the problems they encountered.

Media

Creative Boom

DECEMBER 18, 2024

He's a thoughtful artist whose approach is very much about storytelling and finding emotional resonance through imagery. I draw inspiration from the vulnerability of nature, fleeting moments of human interaction with the world around us, and the bold spectrum of colours that can evoke entire moods and memories," he says. In Your Head.

Illustration

Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Elections in the UK and the US led many big brands to put off their decision-making and budgeting – they want to see the lie of the land economically before investing in creative. At Illozoo , a US agency out of Savannah, Georgia, founder and creative director Mohamed Danawi receives about 150 submissions from artists every week.

Agency

Creative Boom

JUNE 18, 2025

Independent London agency Without has unveiled a major branding project for Sodexo's US college dining offer, now called One&All, championing diversity through flexible design and a collegiate spirit. It wasn't just about how the brand looks, but how it behaves — how it guides a service interaction, or how a dining space feels."

Brand

Creative Bloq

JULY 25, 2025

Below you can read Daniels advice, but if you need to know more about this app, read our Procreate review , and for more advice, read our list of Procreate tutorials. Explore the brush library (Image: © Daniel WŁodarski) We all have our own unique style – that’s what sets us apart! But try not to worry about it.

Illustration

Creative Boom

MARCH 24, 2025

In an age when screens have become our primary window to the world, motion allows us to create meaningful connections with their audiences. Well, just think about how we communicate as humans. We don't just use words. Again, this wasn't just about animationit was about creating a living system that could evolve and adapt.

Brand

Creative Boom

OCTOBER 21, 2024

For us, it's all about being genuine and really getting to know what our clients want to express," he continues. "We Clients come to us for our expertise, so it's important they give us the creative freedom to do what we do best. If the pandemic taught us anything, it's that our work adapts well to remote setups.

Branding

Creative Bloq

JULY 20, 2025

Image credit: Edward Barons) Everything around us tells a story, from the scuffs left on a house wall when someone was moving in, to the worn-away sections on famous statues that everyone touches as they walk past. Throughout the process, ask yourself questions about the world, who the people are, and what’s happened there.

Photoshop

Creative Bloq

JULY 18, 2025

This is a good solution when you’re unsure about what hues to choose for the piece or are good at rendering forms but still have some doubts about your colours. 05: Ins and outs When you’re satisfied that the basic object is ready, start thinking about detailed shadowing. Why not try a subscription?

Digital

Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

The rapid evolution of AI is reshaping how we think about design. To gauge the industry's mood, we've spoken to leading creative directors, agency founders, and industry visionaries about the trends they believe will define 2025. Generally, we try not to worry too much about the big trends in graphic design," she begins.

Arts and Crafts

Creative Boom

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Local agency People People explain how they went about it. A cross between tennis, badminton, and table tennis, it's played on a badminton doubles-sized court using paddles and a hollow plastic ball with holes – also known as a wiffle ball. In case you didn't know, Pickleball is a paddle sport enjoyed by millions worldwide.

Branding

Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

As OFFF celebrates its 25th anniversary, we spoke to founder Pep Salazar about its origins, evolution, and the festival's ever-expanding role in the creative world. There were big challenges: connecting with the community, being curious about what is going on in digital and visual design, and, of course, management." Salazar recalls.

Digital

Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Colt explains: "Each year, PRINT comes to us with the beginnings of an idea they'd like us to develop. We were constantly joking about putting our rock assets into the Noguchi museum," Townsend notes, referencing the renowned sculptor Isamu Noguchi. Townsend describes the creative process as an exercise in controlled randomness.

Print

Creative Boom

OCTOBER 27, 2024

We chatted to creative director Tim Dee to learn how they went about it for 2024. Having a holistic review provides us valuable insights," he adds, "enabling us to consider broader areas where our work can add value. It also helps us shape the following year's brief and scope of work."

Branding

Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

We chatted with Daniel McQueen about how it all began and how they've carved out a niche in a highly competitive industry. Another thing that sets us apart is our unique merch—something I really enjoy creating and that's had good interest over the years. We've made everything from bricks to rain jackets to wall clocks."

Fonts

Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

Initially, there was uncertainty about whether TEMPLO's cause-led approach would align with GF Smith's heritage. A true brand is a 360-degree experience, and once the brief had been defined, GF Smith gave us the freedom and creative space to explore," Palavathanan explains. It was monochrome, but GF Smith is all about colour.

Brand

Creative Bloq

JULY 22, 2025

Use this on the protagonist and to guide the audience’s attention within the composition. Don’t worry too much about size, rhythm and density at this point. Why not try a subscription? Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99

Art

Creative Bloq

JULY 4, 2025

Find out more about how we test. You can find it right now on the Google Play Store, but I found it could be a little picky about which devices it would install on. Why not try a subscription? Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99

Photoshop

Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2025

There's something utterly magical about being in a room where creativity crackles in the air. And that's precisely the experience awaiting you at All Flows 2025 , the bijou creative industries festival that's rapidly becoming the UK's most talked-about gathering for the design profession. It's a rare treat.

Arts and Crafts

Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The Canadian agency is all about smart, strategic branding that breathes life into real estate, cultural, and hospitality spaces. With a collaborative vibe and a knack for timeless design, its team creates brands that don't just look great—they feel like they truly belong.

Client

Creative Bloq

JULY 26, 2025

The Marvel floating head epidemic might make it seem as though creativity has long disappeared from the art of the poster design, but the last decade has given us some classics – including this incredible design for 2019s Portrait of a Lady on Fire. Why not try a subscription? So tactile. Just bursts in my brain," one Redditor comments.

Publishing

Creative Boom

JUNE 12, 2025

Developer and digital art director Dan Powell explains how he used custom typography and generative tools to design the brand identity for Frontify Futures, an exciting new platform that explores tomorrow's brand-building landscape. However, for many of us working in the creative industries, it's our job to know.

Branding

Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2025

Here's how to go about it. Then, it's all about communication." To prevent boundary issues, be explicit about your process and availability from the outset. Use contracts that clearly outline what clients can expect. For instance, some creatives maintain strict office hours but are flexible about communication channels.

Client

Designer Daily

JUNE 24, 2025

ED’s Electric An electric plug about to be connected, how could you make a logo for an electrical company more relevant? Let us know on X by tagging us @designerdaily. Piano Forest See a piano keyboard? Look again, there are trees to remind you that you are looking at the “Piano Forest” logo.

Branding

Design Milk

JULY 25, 2025

Today, David Kaul joins us for Friday Five ! Signage Around Los Angeles One of the best things about LA is all the beautiful hand-painted lettering this city has. Photo: Pulling Paint Murals Whittier LGBTQ+ Community Center The Whittier LGBTQ+ Community Center was a meaningful project for us. That’s the ultimate hope.”

Arts and Crafts

Creative Boom

JULY 23, 2025

It's about squeezing every last drop out of every moment." That's what helped us stay sharp." It gave us a way to build flavour and character without falling back on tired RTD tropes… We weren't trying to go full vintage or retro – it was more about borrowing the charm, structure and energy, then cleaning it up and letting it breathe."

Branding

Creative Boom

JUNE 1, 2025

Which is lucky, if you think about it, because the former will only numerically only a small portion of us anyway. Because we actually did ask fellow creatives this question, using LinkedIn and our own networking platform, The Studio. It's about chasing quality, not quantity." I think that's about it, really."

Agency

Creative Boom

JULY 20, 2025

With evocative haikus by long-time collaborator Ian Row, the book invites us to view the ancient metropolis through a feline lens. As with his earlier books, City Cats of Istanbul strikes a balance between subject and setting with care: "It's not just about the cat," he says. It's about the city's DNA." The result?

Animation

Creative Bloq

JULY 29, 2025

There’s something uniquely daunting about staring into the eyes of a blank canvas, especially when that canvas is destined to become a face. Why not try a subscription? Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Here’s how it works.

Artist

Creative Boom

JUNE 18, 2025

Design Confections came about because Patrcia Shea was already taken on Instagram, and I like to think of my design work as delicious. While we often focus on beauty, colour and the clever combination of forms in a pattern – they excite us, perhaps – the calming effect of repetition has always attracted Patricia.

Patterns

Creative Bloq

JULY 29, 2025

You may like Why creative agencies need to know about new Adobe Firefly Boards How to use Photoshops Generative Expand tool How to use the Select Subject tool in Photoshop To blend people or objects into a different background, you can add them as a new image layer, select the subject or object, remove the background and then click Harmonize.

Photoshop

Creative Boom

MARCH 20, 2025

Credit: Estudio Gagarin Whether she's working with The New York Times, teaching workshops on creative voice, or crafting guides for cinnamon farmers, Roco Ego's career is a celebration of curiosity, culture, and the endless power of images to connect us all. Context shapes us more than we think." I don't think so.

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