We And The Color

JUNE 13, 2025

That is precisely the experience of discovering the work of Yo Az , a Paris-based freelance illustrator and graphic designer whose creations are a masterclass in visual storytelling. His art isn’t just something you look at; it’s something you explore. This blend of the familiar and the fantastical is what makes his art so compelling.

Freelance

Creative Boom

JANUARY 15, 2025

It was in middle school (that's early secondary school years to us in the UK) that she decided to pursue art and design more seriously. From rigorous coursework and internships to fitting in personal freelance work, Zhang gave 110% to excel, describing it as "tough but rewarding".

Arts and Crafts

Creative Boom

JUNE 15, 2025

Feeling alone and isolated as a freelancer? Your creative support network, finally If you've never heard of The Studio, here's what you're missing: it's Creative Boom's private, distraction-free sanctuary designed exclusively for creative professionals who are serious about their craft and their careers. But that's not all.

Networking

Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2025

I love the craft, the time, the skill, the history it has. Once I started sharing my art online, friends and local businesses would get in touch, and it's never stopped. Molly McCammon Like David, private commissions kick-started Molly McCammon's career as a freelance illustrator. Green Dragon by Robin Raaphorst

Client

We And The Color

DECEMBER 3, 2024

These communities range from broad topics like art, photography, and design to highly specific niches such as minimalist logo design or abstract street photography. Share Your Work to Find an Audience Showcase your art in subreddits like r/Design_WATC , r/Illustration , or r/DigitalPainting. million daily active users, 267.5

Arts and Crafts

Creative Boom

AUGUST 12, 2025

My experience was that there was nobody in the design studio over the age of 50 unless they were a freelancer," he reports. Sometimes the bias isn't even hidden: it's baked into the very structure of the art world. The irony of ageism in the arts is perhaps best summed up by artist Jen Leo. That's the reality."

Self-employed

Its Nice That

JUNE 30, 2025

With breaks between her freelance work, she’s found that this schedule has given her space to slow down in between client briefs and reflect on her unfolding practice, rather than “sprint from project to project”. She joined as a junior writer in April 2024 after graduating from Kingston School of Art with a degree in Graphic Design.

Brand

We And The Color

JULY 10, 2025

A current of both excitement and anxiety runs through every design studio, freelance community, and classroom. When the printing press arrived, scribes feared for their craft. Image Generation and Manipulation: Creating photorealistic scenes, abstract art, or product shots that never existed.

Arts and Crafts

Its Nice That

JULY 30, 2025

Reading "Ciaran Birch on crafting." Words Ellis Tree — Date 30 July 2025 Work Graphic Design Typography Font Logo Identity Process The London-based designer Ciaran Birch has moved into the freelance life since we last caught up with him way back in 2019.

Arts and Crafts

Creative Market

JULY 2, 2025

Neptune Watercolor Brushes This versatile set of 56 watercolor brushes brings soft, flowing watercolor effects to your digital art. Known for blending functionality with flair, Unio Designs consistently delivers thoughtfully crafted typefaces that look to the future. Youthlabs Studio creates typefaces that exude contemporary elegance.

Arts and Crafts

Inkbot Design

JULY 14, 2025

Whether you’re a freelance illustrator, a brand designer, or a student building a portfolio , these apps turn your iPhone into a pocket-sized creative studio. Ideal For: UI/UX designers on the go Product teams and developers who need precise specs Freelancers in close client work Creative directors with remote oversight 2.

Photoshop

Creative Boom

JULY 1, 2025

The Carlton Hotel was an always open, giant, crumbling Beaux-Arts stage where people with taste and brains held court from breakfast through a hangover. CEO Richard Dickson have all visited and mingled with everyone from first-time studio owners and freelance illustrators to CMOs and CEOs of global agencies.

Arts and Crafts

Creative Bloq

JULY 20, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Why not try a subscription?

Arts and Crafts

We And The Color

JULY 31, 2025

This model liberates you to focus purely on the creative aspect of your business—developing unique art that resonates with a specific audience—while the logistical complexities are managed by an expert. Why It Remains a Top Choice Freelancing provides a direct path to monetizing your expertise and building a robust portfolio.

Arts and Crafts

We And The Color

JUNE 10, 2025

Whether you’re building a portfolio, editing social videos, or crafting a brand identity from scratch, there’s a plan that fits exactly where you are right now. Start With Your Creative Goals Before even looking at subscription options, think about this: What kind of work do you want to create? Your goals will determine which tools you need.

Adobe

We And The Color

MAY 18, 2025

The world of vector art is indeed captivating. Imagine acquiring the skills to transform your initial sketches into polished, professional-grade vector art. This software allows him to translate creative concepts into breathtaking digital art, particularly his signaturevector illustrations. Good news is on the horizon.

Vectors

Creative Boom

JULY 7, 2025

Family and teachers appreciated his artistic leanings but advised him to take a more stable route, nudging him away from pursuing art exams. Instead, he bunked off to public libraries, devouring books on art, design, and surrealism. "It But people also like to see people with talent showing off their craft."

Illustration

Its Nice That

JULY 8, 2025

Its main clients have been cultural institutions all over the country including 국립중앙박물관 the National Museum of Korea and the Korean Craft and Design Foundation, amongst many others. He confessed that “the design and craft we put so much effort and concern into was quickly forgotten, or discarded,” and this cycle felt unsustainable.

Arts and Crafts

Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Illustration by Inma Hortas As an illustration agent at Folio Art, James Hughes offers insights into the future of illustration amidst the rise of AI. For one, they're trying to decide if it's worth dedicating years of hard work to mastering a craft that might not exist in its current form five years from now.

Illustration

We And The Color

JUNE 26, 2025

Messaging Guidelines: It offers clear do’s and don’ts for crafting compelling copy. Photography and Brand Elements: Art direction for imagery and guidelines for using icons, patterns, or other graphic elements. For freelance designers, it provides a level of professionalism that helps you compete with larger agencies.

Templates

Creative Bloq

JULY 28, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 TOPICS Nvidia Ian Evenden Freelance writer Ian Evenden has been a journalist for over 20 years, starting in the days of QuarkXpress 4 and Photoshop 5. Why not try a subscription? designed by Porsche?

Photo Editing

We And The Color

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Think fashion, lifestyle, business, or art. Introducing Tom Sarraipo’s Template This exceptional template is crafted by Tom Sarraipo in A4. Freelancers: Offer professional design services. You can focus on content and customization. The template is designed to be versatile. It works for various genres.

Templates

We And The Color

JUNE 8, 2025

Many packs offer generic, uninspired designs that feel more like clip art than professional branding. They are perfect for brands that want to stand out—think craft breweries, independent coffee shops, motorcycle repair garages, apparel lines, and adventurous travel companies. What Makes These Badfest Vintage Logo Templates Different?

Templates

We And The Color

JUNE 24, 2025

This is where the work of graphic designer Tom Sarraipo comes into focus, offering a masterfully crafted template that embodies modern minimalism. Freelance Graphic Designers: This is one of the best minimalist magazine templates for designers to have in their toolkit. The search for the right design can be daunting.

Adobe

We And The Color

JUNE 21, 2025

How can you use it to amplify your unique voice, honor your craft, and uphold your ethical standards? Most importantly, it can free up your valuable time so you can concentrate on what truly matters: storytelling, strategy, and impeccable craft. For Freelance Designers Use Adobe Firefly to create rapid mockups and test concepts.

Adobe

Creative Boom

AUGUST 11, 2025

From treasured childhood picture books to teaching art workshops in Copenhagen, the illustrator has built a practice based on observation, gratitude, and the quiet joy of drawing. The rise of AI, the pressure to produce constant content, and the instability of freelance work all began to take a toll between 2023 and early 2024. "I

Illustration

Vecteezy

JULY 31, 2025

When you’re working on a design or crafting content, the right creative assets can make all the difference. Whether it’s a stunning stock photo, a high-quality video, or eye-catching vector art, these resources are essential tools of the trade. Start a 7-day free trial and see what Vecteezy offers. Featured image by DC Studio.

Vectors

Creative Bloq

JUNE 22, 2025

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Graphic Design

Its Nice That

JUNE 10, 2025

When we discovered Extraset sells their merch on Big Cartel, they became the perfect partner to craft a custom wordmark,” Chris recalls. In focusing on preserving the independence of the brand whilst broadening its audience, How&How worked very closely with the team at Big Cartel to craft something forward-thinking yet authentic.

Graphic Design

Design Beep

JULY 15, 2025

Whether you’re pitching a business idea, sharing research findings, or crafting an engaging lecture, professionally designed PowerPoint presentation templates can save time and elevate your visual impact. Ideal for agencies and freelancers, it helps pitch ideas, services, and strategies in a visually captivating format.

Presentation

Creative Bloq

JULY 16, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Only Murders in the Building (Image credit: Hulu) Again, the buildings art deco details and labyrinthine corridors dont just house the mystery – theyre integral to it. Why not try a subscription?

Arts and Crafts

Creative Boom

MARCH 18, 2025

This sense of full transparency creates a sense of camaraderie that's especially valuable for freelance illustrators. In each episode, Tom conducts in-depth interviews with illustrators, agents, art directors and industry insiders, creating a comprehensive educational resource for visual storytellers.

Inspiration

Creative Bloq

AUGUST 4, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Image credit: Rittsu Kogarasuashi) What’s your design/art pet peeve?

Internet and Software Development

We And The Color

APRIL 5, 2025

For many creatives, this is the perfect time to refuel inspiration, rethink ideas, and rediscover what truly excites them about their craft. A newer but already beloved entry in the design podcast space, The Talk explores art, design, architecture, and photography with a critical yet accessible tone.

Inspiration

Its Nice That

JUNE 12, 2025

Keeping this tradition alive and revitalising the custom for the 21st century is the Guanzhong Mangba Arts Festival, which has expanded the event to include art and craft activities, as well as a folk film festival, all with the aim of keeping the artistic rural culture thriving.

Art

Creative Bloq

JULY 20, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 The art for the initial hardback edition, by Paul Bacon, was much more minimalist, on a black background. Why not try a subscription? Makos are a lot smaller than the great white portrayed in the movie.

Arts and Crafts

Design Shack

AUGUST 10, 2025

Investor Pitch Deck PowerPoint Template A professionally crafted PowerPoint template designed for startups, entrepreneurs, and business consultants looking to captivate potential investors and secure funding. Modern Annual Report PowerPoint Template This is a versatile PowerPoint template for crafting engaging presentations.

Presentation