Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Its departments include fashion and beauty, home and lifestyle, books, art and stationery, sport and toys, as well as four restaurants, a coffee bar and wine bar, in addition to a well-stocked food hall. These sculptures were crafted by sculptor Alfred Hardman back in 1938 to celebrate the official opening of City Hall.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 16, 2024

© Ben Zank We profile the rising star of American art photography and explore his use of nudes, bizarre scenarios and celebrations of the absurd. Art may hold a mirror up to nature, but sometimes, it's good for that mirror to be a little crooked so that we perceive our surroundings differently.

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Just Creative

MAY 23, 2023

In this article, we’ve compiled a selection of the best books for graphic designers in 2023. Whether you’re starting or have been in the industry for years, there are a variety of books you can reference. Many of these don’t make it to other best graphic design book compilations, but we deem they’re still worthy of your attention.

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 17, 2024

Beautiful Whiskey Branding: The Art of the Craft Spirit Label Let's be honest here, my thirsty friends. The branding of craft whiskeys is where the real artistry shines. In this extensive journey, we'll explore the finer points of beautiful branding for craft spirits. The age statement? The price tag?

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Creative Boom

JULY 17, 2023

Earlier this month, the American Institute of Graphic Arts revealed the winners of its 50 Books | 50 Covers Competition, and the results are an insight into how design choices celebrate the object quality of the book. As ever, though, there's always room for improvement.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 8, 2023

Go on a mini adventure, with this fun and beautifully illustrated book from London design agency Scout Editions. Since being founded by designers Céline Leterme and Jon Dowling in 2008, its whose colourful and perfectly formed little books have never failed to delight. So we were thrilled to see their latest title released today.

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Creative Boom

JULY 19, 2022

Which books inspire the creative community? These are the questions we hope to find the answers to in our ongoing series, Five Books. He grew up in New York City, surrounded by contemporary art his entire life, which meant he eventually studied Painting & Art History at UCLA before transitioning to the design world.

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Just Creative

MARCH 23, 2024

Kristen Nikosey: The Art and Craft of Communication Janet Allinger: With Tongue Planted Firmly in Cheek Laura Smith: Reinventing Retro Deborah Sussman: Urban Legend Debbie Millman: Modern Design Discourse’s Chief Paula Scher: The Dame of Grande Design Bigger is definitely better. Her book illustrations are rich.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Malin's journey began in Sweden, where she initially studied animation at the Royal College of Art Craft & Design before embarking on an MA in animation and illustration at HSLU in Luzern, Switzerland, in 2010. Otherwise, the artist draws inspiration from a variety of cultural forms, including books and music.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 1, 2024

The life and works of one of the UK's most beloved author-illustrators, Raymond Briggs, are going on display at Ditchling Museum of Art + Craft. Raymond Briggs has delighted generations of readers, both young and old, with his picture books, such as The Snowman, Fungus the Bogeyman, Father Christmas, and Ethel and Ernest.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 16, 2022

Books always play a part in influencing our career paths. So what have been the books that have partly shaped Emma's career and craft? I have many books by brilliant, more famous photographers, but I always tend to return to this one. Gas Book 03 by Geoff McFetridge. Emma Eriksson. Teenage by Szabo Joseph.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 5, 2023

Currently on display at the Phoenix Art Space in Brighton until 9th April, Like No Other is a unique combination of handcrafted techniques. The resulting pieces see Owen's paper-cut elements taken from the very same paper stock as the mono-prints they're inspired by, representing a harmonious union of the two crafts.

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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. Famously fans of all things analogue, From Form decided to use a spiral-bound flip book as the basis of their design campaign.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 8, 2024

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. And Tom's little black book must be quite a weighty one because the roster of talent he's compiled to teach the course is impressive indeed.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 25, 2024

If you're a parent, you'll probably still be recovering from World Book Day and all the shenanigans around getting your kid a costume for school. But you don't get to sell millions of books and make people around the world fall in love with your characters by accident. But celebrating the practice of reading isn't just for youngsters.

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Inkbot Design

JULY 28, 2023

5 Best Web Design Books for Website Development Are you an aspiring web designer looking to enhance your skills and create stunning, user-friendly websites? Books have always been a valuable resource for learning and gaining in-depth knowledge about any subject; web design is no exception.

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Design You Trust

JANUARY 23, 2024

Maisie Matilda, a 24-year-old UK artist, has gained acclaim for reviving the rare art of book fore-edge painting. Tolkien book. With over half a million Instagram followers, Maisie has brought attention to this critically endangered craft, dating back to the 10th century but evolving into an art form in the 18th century.

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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

APRIL 3, 2023

Atlanta-based illustrator and picture book maker Ghazal Qadri turns everyday occurrences into laugh-out-loud moments in her series of daily comics. But her cultural heritage is rooted in people making art under difficult conditions. She explains: "Art is a healing process for them. It is a sort of an outlet."

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Inkbot Design

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

The 26 Best Books for Creative Business Owners Hey there, fellow creative entrepreneurs! If you're anything like me, you have a burning passion for your craft and a desire to turn it into a thriving business. That's why I've curated a list of the best books for creative business owners like you and me. Buy on Amazon 2.

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Design You Trust

MAY 12, 2023

It may sound absurd, but believe it or not, there is a book out there dedicated to the art of crafting with cat hair. “Crafting With Cat Hair” is the ultimate guide for cat lovers who want to take their adoration for their feline friends to the next level.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Asser Levy Bathhouse, from the series ‘Bathhouse’, New York, 1975 © Deborah Turbeville Author and curator Nathalie Herschdorfer discusses her new book on Deborah Turbeville and why this trailblazing fashion photographer should no longer remain in the shadows. She didn't try to copy what others did to be successful.

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Colossal

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

As we near the end of 2022, we’re taking a look back at the year, starting with the books we found most compelling, impressive, and inspirational. The book contains hundreds of images across decades, including works from Western icons like Robert Frank, Diane Arbus, Man Ray, and Ansel Adams and African studio photographers like Sanle?

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 10, 2024

So crafting an album cover, filming a video or designing tour show visuals for a favourite musician is a dream job for many. Radical Face wanted to create a project about the woods and use his three favourite mediums: music, writing, and visual art. When it comes to renting a car or booking a holiday, that's of course what people want.

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Inkbot Design

AUGUST 8, 2023

Top 10 Best Logo Design Books for Designers Logos are the cornerstone of a brand's visual identity , distilling a company's essence into a symbolic mark that evokes recognition and trust at a glance. Other books delve deeply into theory, revealing the psychology and aesthetics that separate great logos from the mediocre.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

The 15+ Best Comic Book Fonts for a Cartoon Look Are you a comic book enthusiast, a graphic designer, or just someone who appreciates the artistry behind comic book lettering? If so, you've likely marvelled at the power of fonts in shaping the entire comic book experience.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

"However, it turned out I wasn't very good at anything else, and I decided to go to art school for university." Landing on graphic design, Min was always drawn towards the illustration courses and graduated with an illustration major from the Art Center College of Design.

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HONGKIAT

JUNE 1, 2023

In the digital age, children are increasingly engaging with iPads, transforming the way they read and interact with books. Indeed, there are a select few children’s books on iPad that are beautifully illustrated , enabling children to immerse themselves in the magic of storytelling. When we were young, they stirred.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Accompanying each pair is an exclusive art book written and illustrated by Jeffers. It's a project that uses craftsmanship and art to make us consider our relationship with the planet and each other. Past partners include BDDW, craft furniture and design, and Toogood, installations and interiors. Photography by Ben Pogue.

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Inkbot Design

JULY 16, 2023

The 6 Best Books on Branding & Identity Design Are you ready to dive into the captivating world of branding and identity design? Picture this: a collection of the best books on branding and identity design handpicked just for you. And that's precisely where these six books come into play. ” Great question!

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Design Milk

MARCH 22, 2024

Based in Washington, DC, she now spends her days creating decorative art referred to as terrestrial and generative, ceramic objects, and surface designs. As Williams unites art, design, traditions, and stories through patterns and techniques, her gift is made clear to anyone paying attention. Photo: Hadiya Williams 4.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 22, 2023

Describing herself as an imaginative storytelling artist, Tasia Graham has found success by working with the likes of the BBC, the Financial Times, and the University of Arts London. And looking at her art, it's easy to see why. As an artist, Tasia's creative journey is rooted in her childhood.

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UX Collective

JUNE 25, 2022

Reflections on the craft of code, Interaction Design and teaching Prototyping to a new generation of designers. Let’s take a step back; visual designers’ craft is about exploring 2D space, and industrial design is about crafting in the physical tridimensional world. Craft produces Demos “We made demos.

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Designer Daily

JUNE 28, 2023

Graphic design offers endless opportunities to showcase your talent, make meaningful connections, and craft unforgettable experiences that resonate with audiences. Art Architect Art direction invites you into a fulfilling career of creativity, leadership, and strategic thinking.

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Inkbot Design

JULY 26, 2023

Top 10 Must-Read Books on Graphic Design Are you ready to take your graphic design game to a new level? This is a collection of the top 10 must-read books on graphic design carefully curated to inspire, educate, and ignite your creativity like never before. Let's dive in and discover the art of visual storytelling together.

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Design You Trust

OCTOBER 8, 2023

As a digital artist with a heart full of creativity, she dedicates her time to creating giant hay bale art for a beloved local nonprofit’s annual Halloween event. This imaginative piece led her down memory lane to a beloved childhood book called The Borrowers.

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Moo

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Bathed in moonlight and crystal glow, the creative spirits at The Floral Craft master the dark art of floristry to conjure up hauntingly beautiful designs. We met Danielle, the owner and head witch behind The Floral Craft , to talk branding and dark arts. Tell us a bit more about yourself.

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