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How to stand out as a freelance illustrator in 2023

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock With so much talent out there, how do you get noticed as a freelance illustrator? And working as a freelancer means that you can, to a degree, work when you want, how you want, and where you want. But first, you need to attract freelance clients.

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Designer Ferran Feixas on why social media has been a force for good in branding

Creative Boom

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.

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A helpful guide to marketing for creative freelancers who want to quit Instagram

Creative Boom

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. Even art fairs are proving to be a success for many artists and designers. I love doing art markets and craft shows. I discovered the joy of doing art markets last year. Further Reading.

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Creative Careers You Can Get With a Graphic Design Degree

Designer Daily

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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Crafting Success: A Designer’s Guide to Entrepreneurship

We And The Color

As a designer with dreams of launching your own business, you’re not just creating art; you’re crafting a brand, a vision, and a livelihood. Invest time and resources in crafting a brand that tells a story, evokes emotions, and leaves a lasting impression. Header image by @rh2010 via Adobe Stock.

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Showcase of 10 Talented Freelance Designers (And Their Portfolios)

HONGKIAT

If there’s anything that could make a freelancer more marketable, it’s the power and allure of their website portfolios. And among freelancers, there’s none other than designers who feel the need to make their websites more visually appealing. 5 Ways to Make Passive Income For Freelance Designers. Yul Moreau.

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Humberto Cruz on defining artistic success and building a personal brand

Creative Boom

Having recently gone freelance thanks to a successful run on Everpress , he shares his insights on what it means to be successful and how to build a following. Freelance work was certainly welcome, but to make ends meet, he kept working in the same grocery store job he'd had since high school. It feels like therapy, in a way.

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