Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2024

A typeface can define the character of a brand just as much as a logo or colour palette," he says. By designing a typeface specifically for the festival, we were able to infuse the brand with a unique visual voice that extended across all its materials, from posters to digital interfaces."

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 12, 2025

SLTF Bergamot Grotesk by Silverstag Type Foundry A bold statement in uppercase elegance, SLTF Bergamot Grotesk draws from Art Deco's geometric sophistication. Its nine weights, from Thin to Black, along with more than 70 custom ligatures, make it a standout choice for luxury branding, editorial layouts and digital campaigns.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Originally from Hefei in eastern China, Fangfang relocated to London, studied illustration at the Kingston College of Art, and graduated this year. Growing up, I was surrounded by traditional arts and crafts – calligraphy, embroidery, paper cutting, and ceramics. My family also played a big role.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

Nothing can replace true human creativity, and a personal touch is something clients will always crave. Elections in the UK and the US led many big brands to put off their decision-making and budgeting – they want to see the lie of the land economically before investing in creative. Clients feel the same way.

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Creative Boom

MAY 22, 2025

This work aligned with a trend of brands cleverly inserting themselves into events, sports, and games through inventive approaches. In other words, if there was ever a danger that agencies would make work primarily to win awards rather than serve the client, that's now history. In 2025, you have to do both.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 11, 2024

The London-based studio collaborates with renowned illustrator Hedof to create upbeat and engaging branding for the Comedy Garden Festival. Finding an illustrator The design process started with in-depth discussions with the client to establish a new direction centred on a heavily illustrated poster border design.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2024

In our exclusive interview, she reveals how she crafts these storytelling visuals. Her distinctive style, characterised by whimsy and charm, has graced the pages of publications like Time Out, Reader's Digest and The Guardian, as well as advertising campaigns for major brands such as Nestle, Bayer and Sky. Absolutely hilarious."

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Designer Daily

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Navigating the balance between boundless creativity and concrete client expectations is pivotal in graphic design. When crafting visually appealing pieces, you’re not merely focusing on aesthetics; you’re communicating a message, evoking emotions, and solving problems. Crafting a creative brief is a critical step.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Stories of brands using AI in their latest campaign have become a daily occurrence. 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. Perfect for rough storyboards or prototypes that will only be seen in-house.

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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. For instance, we created a brand and guide for CSM's undergraduate open days late last year."

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Buru, photography courtesy of Buru Co-founder and creative director Ky Allport discusses the art of finding your discovery muscle, bringing the inside out, and committing to authenticity. Your visual brand world with a conceptual mark or custom wordmark. Photos by Ben Jack She adds that the same goes for brand strategy.

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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. I love the craft, the time, the skill, the history it has.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2025

Photo by Mark Cocksedge Tiziana Alocci Joining him at All Flows will be Astrid Stavro, president of the International Society of Typographic Designers, whose powerful ideas and exceptional craft have made her one of the most influential voices in contemporary design.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Art Director, Brand & Creative—Spotify We asked the creative community about the fonts they're excited to use over the next 12 months… and here they are. Rhythmic Regal by RabenRifaie Studio A contemporary serif with rhythmic and elegant curves, Rhythmic Regal is designed for luxury branding. Sans Serifs 11. Sans Serifs 11.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Tips for getting your graphic design project featured (one being, send us lots of visual assets/mockups) Mockup via Art Directed Want to see your graphic design work featured in this online magazine? So, we've put time and effort into crafting a workable system to make that possible. You'll find all the technical details here.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 15, 2025

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. The 'Behind the Brand' series has been particularly revelatory.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 11, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Creatives share their top tips for building a personal brand, allowing you to unleash your unique creative vision, connect with your tribe, and attract your dream clients. In today's hyper-connected digital landscape, personal branding has become key to success for creative professionals.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 21, 2024

The New York branding agency has been working with skincare expert Dr Muneeb Shah to help disrupt an often confusing and fragmented market. But when it comes to client work, it can sometimes be an uphill battle putting that into practice. The 'less is more' concept is a powerful one in design.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Our recent interview with Teemu Suviala on why today's brands are too bland is a case in point. Case in point, freelance designer and art director Ferran Feixas doesn't hate on social media. In fact, he puts forward an argument you don't often hear: that it's actually responsible for pushing branding barriers beyond across the board.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

The brand idea of 'Follow your mood into the moment' is at the core of the visual identity for this new line of luxury hotels. And while you know a mass-market brand like TUI offers good value for money, you may be searching for something more high-end. They dubbed this brand idea 'Follow your mood into the moment'.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As a lover of Middle Eastern foods and cuisine, I was more than intrigued when I came across the Bezi brand, which claims to be on a mission to unseat hummus as the go-to, healthy(ish) snack dip. We love working with clients who want to disrupt established spaces, and Bezi presented the perfect opportunity to do just that."

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This showcase includes professionally crafted product presentation mockups , such as iPhone X mockups, branding materials, stationery items, logos, t-shirts mockups , and packaging, all in various perspectives and styles. With fully customizable colors, you can easily adjust the lunch box and background to match your branding or theme.

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Just Creative

AUGUST 9, 2021

No truer is this mantra than when you want to impress potential clients with your portfolio. That means incorporating the latest design trends so potential clients take notice and pick you over your competitors. It showcases your capabilities and convinces clients-to-be, creative directors, or hiring managers you are the real deal.

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Creative Boom

MAY 16, 2022

Branding agency Motto has collaborated with B2B payment platform Hopscotch to create a new bright and friendly identity that communicates how it can help users hop, skip and jump over the various obstacles of running a small business. Thankfully, the Hopscotch team understood the value of a brand and saw us as a true partner.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 7, 2022

She's well known for working with big brands, writing human interest pieces, and promoting the value of diverse thinking. 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. Elsewhere, Olivia also works as a freelance sports reporter.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

Whether youre crafting a bold advertising campaign , designing an elegant website, or creating a memorable logo, fonts serve as the cornerstone of your design. Perfect for headlines, posters, and branding, this font adds a touch of whimsy while maintaining readability and style. Each letter, a story; each style, a voice.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 24, 2024

In today’s saturated marketplace, a strong brand identity is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. Every detail, from logo design to social media voice, contributes to the story you tell about your brand. Enter brand guidelines – the secret weapon for achieving brand coherence and unlocking its full potential.

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Creative Boom

JULY 5, 2023

When you want to infuse a brand with personality, there's nothing like a bit of fun character design. Here's a great example from Process Play , an independent design and identity studio based in West Yorkshire working across the worlds of art, music, culture and craft. as long as you get it right.

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Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

BassamFellows’ Rail sofa collection began with an architectural project – a client’s guest house/pool pavilion featuring a large indoor/outdoor lounge area separated by folding glass doors, located near the brand’s base in New Canaan, Connecticut. “As

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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

OCTOBER 3, 2023

fuses art and design to deliver powerful projects for clients. Such is the case for a recent project for Blooming Showroom, a platform and home of designer brands in the world of clothing, accessories and lifestyle products. They landed on a vision that balanced recognisability and craft in equal measure. "If Studio n.io.s,

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Creative Boom

JUNE 10, 2024

Whenever you work on a branding project, you're not necessarily looking at the bottom line of your client's business. You're thinking more about conveying the ethos of the brand in a holistic way across multiple touchpoints. Another influence on the new branding was synesthesia. Normally, we'd agree.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 29, 2023

List of Free Mockups: Presentation skills are a cornerstone of successful design careers, and free psd mockups play a pivotal role in perfecting this art. Aspiring designers can leverage these mockups to create compelling presentations that resonate with clients, employers, or audiences. Free Cosmetic Packaging Branding Mockup 18.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 9, 2022

Mockups give clients a very optimistic look at what their work will look like once it's out in the world, but sometimes they can be far from realistic. To give them a better idea of what to expect, Dutch designer and art director Wytze Hoogslag has created less idealistic templates which creatives are free to use.

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Graphic Design Junction

MARCH 11, 2024

In today’s competitive marketplace, building a strong brand is essential for success. A brand visual identity which including brand logo, website, mobile app and stationery items are playing a pivotal role in shaping its perception among consumers, distinguishing it from competitors, and fostering loyalty and trust.

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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. Don't be too rigid The first point to make is that there's no one 'correct' way to craft a portfolio. How do you create a successful illustration portfolio?

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 27, 2024

These digital tools allow designers to showcase their creations in a realistic setting, making it easier for clients and stakeholders to visualize the final product. Whether you’re working on branding, packaging, or digital art, using the right Photoshop mockups can significantly enhance your portfolio and elevate your presentations.

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