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22 amazing works of art to inspire you from the World Illustration Awards 2023

Creative Boom

Or are you just wondering what sort of commercial art can win awards these days? Now running for 45 years, the World Illustration Awards is a year-long celebration and showcase of illustration, bringing together creatives, industry, commissioners, and art directors to celebrate the art of great illustration.

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16 of the best online shops to buy original art prints for your home

Creative Boom

We reveal the best place to buy wonderful art prints to fuel your mood, imagination and creativity. A beautifully produced art print isn't just a nice thing to have: it's an investment in your daily mood, sense of well-being, and creative career. They Made This Make your home beautiful for an affordable price! But where do you start?

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10 best artist and illustration agents in New York City

Creative Boom

With the rise of digital tools both for making art and sending it around the world in an instant, in one sense, it's now easier than ever to make money as a freelance illustrator. With its rich tapestry of art galleries, publishing houses and media outlets, New York City is a veritable hub for illustration agents.

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World Illustration Awards 2023 announces shortlist of incredible illustrators

Creative Boom

Split into ten categories, including Advertising, Editorial and Children's Books, the World Illustration Awards crown 20 category winners, with two overall winners selected by a 30-strong jury in a special ceremony in September. The selected works are not only visually appealing but also carry powerful messages and tell compelling stories.

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Print's not dead: the best magazines for graphic design inspiration

Creative Boom

Image courtesy of publisher Sit back, relax and reacquaint yourselves with the joys of devouring a beautifully designed print magazine. Communication Arts Founded in 1959 by Richard Coyne and Robert Blanchard, Communication Arts remains one of the premier sources of inspiration for graphic designers around the globe today.

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Three Publishers Get Real About Independent Publishing

Eye on Design

Much of the work we do as designers, publishers, and artists remain mystified to our peers and the community at large. As a designer and artist myself, and as someone who has been in and out of the realm of independent publishing, I wanted to lift the veil and ask practical questions to independent publishers about how they make it work.

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2023 Advertising Competition Now Open

Communication Arts

Communication Arts ’s 2023 Advertising competition is now officially open! Submit yours by Friday, June 16th for the chance to be published in our 2023 Advertising Annual! Help us celebrate the brilliant ideas that inspire the world!