Creative Boom

JULY 7, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock In the week that Meta launches Threads , we ask: can new platforms bring social media back to life? Right now, many of you are saying that's how social media feels. But will these platforms breathe new life into social media? I feel jaded by social media," he says. "On We're not convinced.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2025

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. A private client will come to you because they truly value your creativity. It's something that makes me really happy, along with seeing the client's reaction."

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 29, 2025

And, if you're good at it, there are clients out there who will pay handsomely for your live illustration talents. Ever since Creative Boom began, illustrators have told us they love getting back to the basicsdrawing and painting hands-on with traditional media. Esther honed her abilities at home as she grew up.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2023

In our exclusive interview, he shares his views on the positive influence of social media, how the pandemic broke down barriers, and the need to design sustainably. And we continue to share our audience's widespread concerns about the rise of AI and the issues surrounding social media. a client I worked for at Made Thought.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Perhaps it's this connection with what she creates that makes her so popular with clients—in fashion, beauty, and editorial. Exploring a client's vision is a way of expanding her visual language and toolkit. Meanwhile, Karlotta experiments with different media in her personal work, which may later influence her commercial projects.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 16, 2022

Play your cards right, and your worst client relationships can eventually become your best. We've all had clients that have made our lives a misery. Because let's face it, keeping existing clients is always easier than finding new ones. Yes, clients can sometimes be maddening, insanely irrational, and act like total jerks.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Others, meanwhile, would love to shout about what they've created, but their clients frustratingly forbid it. Their bold and fearless approach has earned them collaborations with clients across a variety of industries, from tech to hospitality. Studio DBD 13.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

He was never really interested in anything else and was set on doing "an art thing". Since his parents weren't necessarily what you'd call "arty people", his perception of art was limited to big, grand formats. By the time Hovey left university, it was the early days of social media, with Facebook and MySpace in full swing.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

New York-based graphic designer and illustrator Janny Ji talks us through working with some of the biggest studios in the industry and how she earned a place at Apple's coveted Media Arts Lab. Later, I went to Maryland Institute College of Art to pursue a graduate degree in graphic design. What attracted you to the agency?

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 26, 2024

And those of us who shrink from the notion of pressing the flesh and networking in public have found that we can achieve similar results on social media behind the safety of our own keyboards. We did, at least, when social media was primarily text-based. In the last couple of years, though, that's all changed. But now I'm all for it.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

His portfolio is as cohesive as you're likely to encounter in the illustration game, and his style is flexible enough to accommodate a wide range of clients from the LA Times to Nike to Spotify to the Philadelphia Art Museum. That's why commercial art suits me pretty well. Bodega zine - a visual ode to New York.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2024

The illustrated books I most loved as a kid were those you could come back to, find more stories within stories in the art," she enthuses. Occasionally, I enjoy going to a gallery, theatre show or flicking through art books," she adds. "I It's being used across so many media," she explains. Absolutely hilarious." Her reasoning?

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 4, 2021

He is a Art director and Illustrator, his specialty lies in digital art and mixed media. Attracted by visual arts , he decided to start a career as a commercial artist and simultaneously focusing on digital art. His works were featured in several international newspapers, magazines, key-arts, cd-covers and books.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 15, 2025

Feel like all the big conversations are taking place without you while you're stuck scrolling through endless social media feeds that leave you more frustrated than inspired? It's no secret that social media platforms inevitably prioritise the lowest common denominator once they need to generate billions of dollars. You're not alone.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 29, 2025

Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities and guidance from experienced faculty who maintain strong connections with the industry. Her ability to apply traditional design principles to modern media formats beautifully demonstrates how Loughborough graduates are equipped to thrive in the rapidly evolving digital landscape.

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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. And so their graduation ceremonies are a big deal.

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Just Creative

JULY 7, 2020

Photography is an art form made possible by technology. In the media, for example, we know of a few who’ve cemented their reputation as the best in their field. And there are many reasons why many of them are losing a steady client base. The changing image of photography in the era of social media.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024

The American-Canadian illustrator and designer has managed to carve a niche for herself thanks to her vibrant, playful style, which has won her work with clients ranging from Nike and Coca-Cola to Penguin Random House and The Ellen Degeneres Show. I took art classes for Christmas and birthdays," she recalls. "My

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Creative Boom

MAY 11, 2023

You'd rather be doing what you love, whether art, design, photography or whatever, than setting out your stall. But how you market yourself will be the deciding factor for clients when choosing you over your competitors. What do clients consistently praise or appreciate about my work?' It's as simple as that.

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Creative Boom

MAY 24, 2023

Based in Texas and a graduate of the Savannah College of Art, Will's artistic journey started in a way that will be familiar to many creatives. Another key to the success of Will's art is its individuality. I am only beginning to see big clients recruiting my work because they want my style, not some cookie-cutter corporate art.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Many mockups are specifically tailored for different types of designs, such as product packaging, business cards, social media graphics, or even website templates. You can use this mockup to showcase design share it with your friends or share it on social media platforms also you can use it for your clients.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

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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Creative Boom

MARCH 15, 2022

Art has always been a strong part of Soumyaraj's identity. She also thanks her art teacher, who helped her lean more towards a creative subject in her further education. "My My parents and teachers constantly encouraged me to participate in art competitions. Through those, I realised that I could pursue art as a profession.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 12, 2024

© Dong Qiu The Chinese artist's distinctive style blends Asian tradition with modern sensibilities, attracting global clients and resonating with audiences worldwide. Her art is at once subtle yet distinctive, calm yet thrilling, steeped in tradition yet irrepressibly modern. This is why I like to draw with lines."

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Graphic Design Junction

JULY 2, 2021

Social media is one of the most effective and affordable marketing outlets for businesses of all sizes. However, this form of marketing involves a certain level of design skill and creativity to lure in new clients while retaining current ones. There are plenty of online design tools to help you create quality social media graphics.

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Creative Boom

JULY 17, 2023

We caught up with her to learn why it was a hit with readers and the role social media still has to play in getting noticed. This familiar feeling is expertly captured in Crying in The Club , an A5 zine and university project made by Eva Malley which recently went viral on social media. Everyone's been there.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2025

Although it did feel like I was studying 40 subjects during art school." Receiving this grant shaped me because it felt like I finally received the recognition I was searching for in art school," says Nastia. The way I overcame this is mainly by explaining my situation and also setting boundaries with clients.

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Design Beep

JUNE 12, 2025

There are two types of Figma users: the ones who click around aimlessly, hoping Auto Layout will magically align things, and the ones who get stuff done, fast, while their clients nod in approval and say, “Wow, how did you do that?” Impress your client with: A neatly organized Components page. Nest Auto Layouts.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Putting together samples of your work for art directors, editors, and others might sound straightforward, but many illustrators find it anything but. Clients commission people as well as technique, and you want substance to your work. But also look at what art directors are asking for, and fill the gap."

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 8, 2022

What's it like to design official art for Stranger Things? Getting commissioned to make official art for the series is very much another. That's exactly the exciting (if somewhat scary) position that Brazilian Pop Art illustrator Butcher Billy recently found himself in. What tools and media did you use? Butcher Billy.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Art director and illustrator Neil Swaab recalls: "One of the best moments was getting to see my art used as key art for a Broadway musical. I walked into the subway, and my art was everywhere at every station and up huge on Broadway. Making cover art is a dream of mine, so I feel so lucky to work on them."

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 11, 2022

She credits social media. A graduate of the School of Visual Arts in New York, Xinyue splits her time between the Big Apple and Beijing. After completing a Bachelor's degree in graphic design and a Master's degree in Computer Arts from the hallowed institution, she started her career as a freelance illustrator. © Xinyue Song.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 7, 2022

And outside her day job, she's the co-founder of Woodism , an art collaboration that celebrates children with autism whilst raising money for charity. Her clients include global brands like Google, Twitter, Visa, and Microsoft and nonprofit organisations providing life-advancing support to vulnerable communities throughout the United States.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 11, 2024

With a combined 40 years in the industry, Owen and Tori's experience spans from global and national brands like Nike, Converse, Apple, Lego, Everyman Cinemas, and Gail's Bakery to arts and cultural institutions such as Green Man Festival, Southbank Centre and Arts Council England. He responded with enthusiasm.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

But first, you need to attract freelance clients. Because with so much talent out there right now, you can't simply rely on clients coming to you and offering you money. And if you can pull that off, and clients like that style, they'll have no choice but to come to you. Struggling to find your distinct style?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Describing herself as "colour obsessed", Jade was destined for a career in fashion, as it was her chosen subject at The Illinois Institute of Art in Chicago. Jade still moves in the realms of fashion, beauty and lifestyle but today, her clients hail from every industry, from tech and media to motor and food.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 29, 2022

Instagram is still a good visual resource or portfolio for clients, but it's the PR push that has been the most effective.". I've always enjoyed it for collecting images I like, but recently I've been using it much more to add my art," he says. Go old school and remind clients you exist (and ask for help). It all helps. "I

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