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

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

In 2022, social media increasingly sucks for sharing content and finding work. Have you noticed how different social media feels at the moment? It's perhaps not surprising Alex has seen a lack of involvement in his content because other creatives feel less involved in social media overall. Image licensed via Adobe Stock.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

For this Brooklyn artist, creating an illustration is about spending time with it, exploring it, and finding that moment when things fall into place. Karlotta is an artist who is most at ease when drawing, which shows through her imagery. Exploring a client's vision is a way of expanding her visual language and toolkit.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Bertrand Aznar, represented by Illustration Division Whether you need representation or are looking to hire an artist or illustrator, these are the best places to head to in New York City. These behind-the-scenes champions of artistic talent serve as the bridge between artists and the industries that crave their creativity.

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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

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

AUGUST 26, 2024

Many of us who enjoy spending a good part of the day alone, quietly working, have found that working as an artist, illustrator, designer, animator, musician, or writer provides plenty of opportunities to do so. We did, at least, when social media was primarily text-based. We did, at least, when social media was primarily text-based.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 6, 2023

Visual artist and illustrator Melissa Lakey found the High Desert of California the perfect environment and inspiration for her work, which is about to go on show in the town of Joshua Tree. Her illustration clients include The LA Times, Compendium Live Inspired and Harper Wilde.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

By the time Hovey left university, it was the early days of social media, with Facebook and MySpace in full swing. Hovey recalls: "I was living in Bristol at the time and would go down to London and mix with other illustrators and street artists. "I In the last couple of years, the movement of social media has changed.

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Creative Boom

JULY 21, 2022

"When you make a monumental f**k up, as we all do from time to time, be 100% open about it with your client while explaining how you'll fix it," he advises. Some of my best clients are a result of this very moment.". Be patient with clients. As well as honesty, clients will appreciate your patience. Stay open to change.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 17, 2024

The right business card templates can enhance your brand’s image , reflect your creativity, and leave a lasting impression on potential clients or partners. Professional Business Card Template Make a great first impression to your clients with one of our professional and easy to customize business card designs.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 4, 2024

The Chinese illustrator uses a mix of traditional media to express herself and communicate her clients' messages, celebrating the slips and spills along the way. While AI has its uses (cough), nothing compares to looking at a work that fully expresses the hand of the artist and what they were feeling as they composed it.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 20, 2024

Some notable examples of creators who've collaborated with brands via Influur include big music artists like Belinda , dancers such as Shicko and Nena , and social media influencers such as James Charles and Lele Pons. Her stories helped shape my understanding that artists and creators must be compensated fairly and properly."

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

For illustrators and artists, this means unlocking a new realm where exacting colors and layered textures breathe life into their creations. Imagine crafting bespoke wallcoverings for clients who crave something one-of-a-kind. With this technology, you can turn flat, two-dimensional artwork into tactile, three-dimensional masterpieces.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Confidence comes from courage and can show more outwardly," says artist Jess Payne. "I One of my biggest confidence boosts is presenting work to clients," says Rebecca Hull. Being prepared for anything doesn't just mean knowing the subject matter for clients or meetings. Consider deleting or stepping back from social media.

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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

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. I've always been a back of the classroom, head down in a sketchbook type of dude growing up, and I always knew that being an artist was what I wanted to do," he tells Creative Boom.

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Graphic Design Junction

MAY 28, 2024

In the age of information overload, social media has become a battlefield for brands vying for attention. Mastering social media branding design through visual storytelling can transform a brand’s online presence, driving engagement, loyalty, and ultimately, sales. Brand Visual Identity 2. Engage and Interact 6.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

But first, you need to attract freelance clients. And that means not only being a skilled artist but also making your mark as an unmistakable, sought-after illustrator. Because with so much talent out there right now, you can't simply rely on clients coming to you and offering you money. But that doesn't always happen.

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Just Creative

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

Did you ever want to be an artist growing up? Maybe you reached that goal and work in graphic design but for some of us, maybe we didn’t possess the natural skill or talent that the best artists in the world have. Thanks to the wonderful world of the internet, those dreams of being an artist can be real again with online courses.

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Creative Boom

MAY 12, 2022

To mark the occasion, we asked seven leading artists and designers to produce a bespoke art print for Creative Boom's online shop. It's been almost six months since we launched our shop, selling exclusive prints by leading artists and designers, including Luis Mendo, Wendy Wong, Noma Bar, and Sarah Boris. The theme? Sleep by Murugiah.

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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

I think style is something that changes throughout your life, especially when you are young and still figuring out who you are as an artist," Nastia explains. She's also a fan of Studio Ski, Boilingman, Hedy Tjin, Lu Walstad, Jiyung Lee and Fiona Lutjenshuis artists who blend graphic immediacy with deeply personal storytelling.

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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. You know, one person sharing your work can lead to your next big client."

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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. I like to draw pictures with smooth lines, strong decoration, and deep meaning," begins the artist, who is based in Shanghai, China.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Illustration seems to come naturally to Brooklyn-based artist Jimmy Simpson. 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.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 15, 2022

"The creative scene here is constantly evolving, and I can see new artists sprouting from every corner in India," she says. Social media has helped us increase our reach and gain a lot of exposure. With this huge demand, many artists are working beautifully in their unique styles. It's a win-win for all.

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Creative Boom

MAY 11, 2023

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?' In other words, decide what it is that you (and only you) can offer a client. The client already likes your work: that's why they're talking to you.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 24, 2025

We know many design agencies that have won major new business leads from posts featuring case studies and media coverage," says Vicky Stoakes, communications director at Red Setter. This sentiment was echoed by others, with creatives lamenting the platform's increasing resemblance to other social media sites.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

That will normally include your personal details, a quick, simple description of what you do, any relevant social media accounts, samples of your work, and an easy way for people to contact you. Hannah Shilland from illustration agency Brilliant Artists agrees. Also, ensure you've added all the details a portfolio needs to contain.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Last year, Bedfordshire-based artist Marta Plizga struggled with her creative practice. Marta Plizga has always dreamed of being an artist. After graduating with a degree in illustration, she became a freelance illustrator, and since then, she has gone on to produce everything from logos to murals for various clients.

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Just Creative

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

It’s no secret that social media is over-saturated with competing interests ruthlessly seeking attention. Standing out in a unique way is more crucial now than ever, which has led many musicians down the path of working with visual artists. Artist credit: Downlink. This article has been contributed by Nick Voorhees.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Like the main image above, this still render was created in collaboration with South African artist Ells Phee. Today, however, the artist is pushing the boundaries in 3D animation and music in ways he never could have imagined back then. Based in Atlanta, Georgia, Reggie Perry, Jr. When Reggie Perry, Jr.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 2, 2024

California-based illustrator, artist and letterer Sam Rodriguez specialises in creating portraits that include the "unseen aspects of individuals." Some people have always known that they wanted to be artists. I learned about artistic expression, the importance of personal style and taking risks.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

An artist based in New York City, Jade Purple Brown 's work is instantly recognisable, featuring strong feminine characters, vibrant colours, and messages of optimism that convey individuality and empowerment. Things really started to pick up once I decided to leave my 9-5 and pursue being an artist full-time. Jade Purple Brown.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 4, 2024

And all this creates and influences new artistic and design trends. Artist and designer June Mineyama-Smithson is among those who recognise this and plans to double down on it in 2024. Artist, designer and photographer Mark Leary tells a similar story. Artist Chris Cyprus is taking a similar approach. "In

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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. I like to draw pictures with smooth lines, strong decoration, and deep meaning," begins the artist, who is based in Shanghai, China.

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