Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2024

In our exclusive interview, she reveals how she crafts these storytelling visuals. There was an abundance of innovative animation going on around that time that was fearless, fun and unique," she recalls. Occasionally, I enjoy going to a gallery, theatre show or flicking through art books," she adds. "I Absolutely hilarious."

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Creative Boom

APRIL 3, 2024

Want to transform your illustrations into cartoons without needing to learn complex animation software? As Hong Kong artist Noel Yu recently discovered, Cartoon Animator 5 from Reallusion makes it easy as pie. Yu's journey into 2D animation started from humble beginnings as a complete novice.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 21, 2024

University of the Arts London is known for incubating some of the world's most creative students. Sean then went on to do a course at UAL himself: a master's in Graphic Communication at Chelsea College of Art & Design. We worked with Stee Shaw , a frequent and talented collaborator of ours on the 3D and animation of the flowers."

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

During his studies in Architecture, Charles Young discovered a love of paper and crafting miniature model buildings featuring the tiniest detail, and even bringing his sculptures to life by animating them to create delightful stop motion shorts. Four Colour Houses © Charles Young. Four Colour Houses © Charles Young.

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Creative Boom

JULY 30, 2024

Animals can't speak up for themselves. It continues to this day within animation, from Looney Tunes to Tom and Jerry through Shaun the Sheep. To put life into the campaign, RSPB teamed up with a purpose-driven strategy and creative agency GOOD and Emmy and BAFTA-winning animation studio Blue Zoo. but what if they could?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

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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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

From the valleys of Kashmir to the studios of Florida, Ghazal Qadri crafts vibrant illustrations that tell stories of culture, empathy, and the power of art to inspire change. Watching people's interactions and expressions helps me craft characters as lively and multi-dimensional as they are relatable."

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 30, 2022

An animated video that helps people understand the current global crisis is storming YouTube right now. And it's all brought to beautiful visual life by design and animation agency Thornberg & Forester. It's more or less a work of art". Was it as straightforward to animate? Scott: Yeah, that just gave me chills again.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Most recently, the studio led a rebrand for John Lewis , which unified the UK retailer's branding and visual identity across channels, while their work for animal charity Battersea created an inclusive brand identity that connects with pet lovers everywhere. Akin by Need RELM by Need Edward Watt and Laura Thomson of Need 14.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 26, 2023

This gives the brand a cohesive yet ever-changing asset that can scale into a product, evolve seasonally and thematically, and be animated for digital. Art direction and copywriting Regarding art direction, emphasising the brand's inclusivity was paramount.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 8, 2024

In short, the world is craving more and more animated experiences, yet the number of designers proficient in this niche skill is comparatively small. There are some great online learning resources and courses where students can study an aspect of motion but very few that give a comprehensive overview of every facet of the craft.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 30, 2024

This resulted in Broly attending a training class in China three times a week to hone his craft. "I I found out I really loved creating art and continued to do so," he tells Creative Boom. His parents were trying to figure out what he enjoyed doing to nurture his hobbies and creative side, and ultimately, it was drawing that stuck.

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Just Creative

MARCH 7, 2021

Mange art is typically characterized by the character’s appearance with large eyes, small mouths, and abnormal hair colors. We feature the best Procreate brushes using Ink, paint, line art, cartooning, anime brushes, pens and more. Ultimate Manga Procreate Brushes & Anime – $19. Line Art Brush Set for Procreate.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

AI has even won awards for its illustration work from creative bodies such as Communication Arts and the Colorado State Fair. It's the modern-day equivalent of clip art. Whether it's Coca-Cola, Adidas or BMW, AI is being used by some of the world's richest companies to cut costs and do the work of creatives.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 26, 2023

This gives the brand a cohesive yet ever-changing asset that can scale into a product, evolve seasonally and thematically, and be animated for digital. Art direction and copywriting Regarding art direction, emphasising the brand's inclusivity was paramount.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 12, 2023

Born and raised in China and now living in the States, Morain's fascination with drawing began at an early age as she was raised in a home where art was a constant presence in her life. The ability of visual art to communicate with people on a deep level has always captivated me," she tells Creative Boom. "As

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

With a background in animation and a passion for storytelling, Malin's work reflects a deep connection to literature, culture and the power of visual narratives – oh, and there's a hefty amount of colour and texture involved, too.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 8, 2023

"I have always loved expressing myself," says Henri Campeã , a queer visual artist, illustrator, 2D animator and art director hailing from the vibrant city of São Paulo, Brazil. This was ultimately the start of a blossoming relationship with the craft of illustration, alongside a love of clay, paper sculptures and acting.

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Azure Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

The California College of the Arts (CCA) has lived many lives since it was founded by Frederick Meyer in 1907. Then known as the School of the California Guild of Arts and Crafts, it set up shop in the Studio Building in downtown Berkeley with just 43 students enrolled.

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Design Milk

JUNE 12, 2023

As the space between man and machine continues to grow smaller, design agency Here went to work exploring the rapidly evolving gap between craft and technology. The big question: Can technology help us make beautiful art? In doing so, Here paid homage to Vera Molnar, known as the pioneer of Generative Art.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 15, 2022

Students at Glasgow School of Art. 22 Men by Emma Williams, MA Art and Science (Central Saint Martins). Celebrating the best creative work from Goldsmiths students, spanning fine art, design, film-making, photography and more, this year's annual summer shows run until 26 July at venues across the UK capital.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Titled Homebird, the Animation is a moving story of the importance of self-belief and the power of embracing your past. A multi-awarded animation director and art director, Ewa Smyk graduated with an MA in Communication Design at Central Saint Martins in 2015 and an MA in Directing Animation at the National Film and Television School in 2020.

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Creative Boom

MAY 24, 2023

The new logo animation is built on a variable parametric system that can respond to the universe's different moods and functionality across all Channel 4 platforms. Brand's eye view The Pentagram team produced the masterbrand design system and directed the subsequent rollout across marketing, On Screen Presentation and social.

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Creative Boom

JULY 28, 2024

And so it turned to the global brand and digital studio Koto to craft branding that could cut through with the Gen Alpha audience. Art direction and motion design In terms of palette, the key brand colours are purple and green. The surrounding system adopts a highly saturated and animated set of gradients, buzzing with childlike verve.

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Creative Boom

JULY 20, 2023

Multidisciplinary artist Carolina Melis has explored her passion for generative art with Kubikino , a series of images released on the blockchain which use animated loops to produce one-of-a-kind portraits. I recall the day I had my eureka moment," Carolina says about Kubikino.

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Just Creative

JULY 16, 2023

When looking for the best animation software , the number of software choices out there can feel overwhelming. Especially for up-and-coming animators who want the best tools. Other than that, other factors come into play, like budget, the preferred scope, and even your general art style. So, where do you even start?

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Creative Boom

MAY 12, 2024

Everyone's talking about Gubbins, which delightfully bucks mobile gaming trends with its offbeat art style and clever gameplay mechanics. Art direction was key to the game's development, she adds. The animations are all hand-drawn, frame by frame, in vector by Georgia Kriss , which is extremely atypical for mobile games," says Jessica.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Retro-futurism reflects a playful yet sophisticated look, making it popular across branding, website design, and digital art. A prime example is the work by digital artist Beeple, who often combines retro-inspired aesthetics with futuristic concepts in his digital art.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Key Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Design Practices in 2025 The Role of Technology in Sustainable Design The Benefits of Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Design Practices The Future of Sustainable Design Trend 10: Glitch Art and Digital Deconstruction What is Glitch Art? This level of personalization enhances user experience and engagement.

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Just Creative

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

Animation has come a long way from the first animated cartoon in 1908, but thankfully as the technology of animation has moved forward, so have the opportunities that amateur animators have to not only learn their craft but to improve upon it as well. What to look for in an online animation course.

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Just Creative

MARCH 3, 2020

Storytelling 101: Character, Conflict, Context & Craft. Simple Character Animation: Create a Walk Cycle with Duik. Animating With Ease in After Effects. How to Make an Animated YouTube Video. View top Animation Courses. View top Fine Art Courses. Personal Branding: Crafting Your Social Media Presence.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Taking place this year on 4 November, Museumnacht Amsterdam gives an expected 32,000 visitors a unique chance to craft their own evening of nocturnal museum-based merriment. Equipped with two photo cameras, we explored Amsterdam's museums, capturing thousands of close-ups of its art, interiors, and facades.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Creating a logo for a startup is more than just designing a visual mark—it’s about crafting a symbol that reflects the brand’s identity, values, and vision. For example, flowing lines might suggest creativity or flexibility, ideal for art or design-focused startups.

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Designer Daily

JANUARY 11, 2024

Combining subtle animations or fluid transitions with well-constructed layouts and typography is a great way to increase the impact of your narrative. The post How to Craft Stories Through Layouts and Typography appeared first on Designer Daily: graphic and web design blog.

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Design Milk

JANUARY 13, 2025

This approach marries minimalist aesthetics with a profound connection to nature, reflecting her heritage and belief that every object possesses a soul a central tenet of animism. The Grun lamps, crafted from Ztista an eco-friendly blend of clay, natural fibers, and organic biopolymers take this organic aesthetic even further.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

Its Christmas spot, set to George Harrison's 'Isn't It a Pity' and with tender animation by Anna Mantzaris , hits just the right note for 2023. She crafts a little dog from a thread of the socks her boss gifted her and introduced the puppy to him. We see the animation play out a happy ending, one that is mirrored in real life.

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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. At least in the case of Min , a graphic designer and art director based in New York who graduated in 2020 and is currently working at Google YouTube Music.

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