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D&AD Awards 2025: who won what?

Creative Boom

This year's awards celebrated the power of design not just as a form of art but as a catalyst for commercial success and behavioural change," noted Dara Lynch, CEO of D&AD. The return of craftsmanship Alongside commercial effectiveness, jurors were looking for exceptional craft. In 2025, you have to do both.

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Rise of the machines: How illustrators can avoid being replaced by AI

Creative Boom

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. Nurture these relationships and build a network of repeat clients who can recommend you in the future. Set yourself apart from AI and show your face.

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F5: Jing Ju on Retro-Futuristic Art, an Iconic Jeweler + More

Design Milk

” Jing Ju Recalling the first piece of art that left a lasting impression, Ju describes her key encounter with Qi Baishi’s ink wash shrimps. Art/Photo: Miki Kim 1. Art by Miki Kim She’s a South Korean tattoo artist and illustrator, and I love her trippy and surreal style. Photo/Art: ZHANG XIAOLI 2.

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Spinning a yarn: how Icelandic artist Ýrúrarí turns textiles into stunning works of art

Creative Boom

But Icelandic artist Ýr Jóhannsdóttir, aka Ýrúrarí , has been turning them into stunning works of art. This project evolved into 'visible mending' workshops in her open studio at the The Museum of Design and Applied Arts in 2021. Process and perspective How, we wondered, does she approach creating her unique art forms?

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Hotlist 2025: the 25 most popular design studios, as voted for by their peers

Creative Boom

Standout recent projects include a stunning rebrand for Nike Run, recharging Nike by going back to its roots: running as the soul of Nike, and an identity refresh for Vevo, which reinforced the world's largest music video network as both an expert in the space and a champion of the artists it showcases.

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Private commissions: Another string for your creative bow?

Creative Boom

By building up a network of private contacts, you'll have something to fall back on when commercial clients brands, agencies, even local companies reduce their budgets. I love the craft, the time, the skill, the history it has. People are way more likely to buy art with a beer in hand." Green Dragon by Robin Raaphorst

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10 Top Visual Trends for 2025

Graphic Design Junction

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.