Creative Boom

APRIL 8, 2025

Inspired by comic books, horror and Victorian etching, Ben Duchene's intensively hand-rendered imagery reveals his passion for myth, magic and macabre visual storytelling. Just a few short years ago, the creative world was abuzz with talk of craft and authenticity. Art is human and built from imagination, creativity and experience. "Art

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Today, we shine the spotlight on the incredibly talented Shinrou Inaki, a senior designer and creative comics and illustrations artist from Nanjing, China. The Artistic Journey Shinrous journey began at the Nanjing Art Institute, where he honed his skills in traditional and digital art.

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Transform your designs with these must-have Illustrator brushes. Whether youre creating intricate vector illustrations, vibrant digital art, or professional designs, having the right tools in your creative arsenal makes all the difference. Rough Craft Brushes is an art brush set for Adobe Illustrator users.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2024

Award-winning UK illustrator Elly Walton's quirky style brings whimsy and depth to her editorial, advertising, and design work. In our exclusive interview, she reveals how she crafts these storytelling visuals. In the world of illustration, Elly Walton stands out as a virtuoso of playful storytelling. Absolutely hilarious."

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Creative Boom

JUNE 18, 2025

The way Patricia Shea has combined her textile design skills with print-on-demand services is simply mesmerising, offering plenty of inspiration for aspiring illustrators and designers. They also inspire her online handle, Design Confections. "I You'll have to forgive our headline. I am a brand," says Patricia.

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Creative Boom

JULY 15, 2024

Designer, writer, and academic Michael John Goodman has launched three online archives of Victorian illustrations covering works by Shakespeare, Dickens, and Chaucer. It's fascinating to compare how illustrators have depicted great works of literature through the ages. Without works like these, Laura Ashley would never have existed.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Professional Exploration Category Winner: The Governess by Trevin Wyant We reveal the winners of the World Illustration Awards 2023, and share their winning pieces. Looking for visual inspiration? Or are you just wondering what sort of commercial art can win awards these days? New Talent Overall Winner: FETCH!

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Graffiti-inspired fonts are more than just an artistic expressionthey’re a bold way to infuse personality, energy, and urban flair into your projects. With a mix of bold strokes, expressive designs, and intricate details, these fonts allow designers to craft standout visuals that resonate with urban culture.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

From the valleys of Kashmir to the studios of Florida, Ghazal Qadri crafts vibrant illustrations that tell stories of culture, empathy, and the power of art to inspire change. Watching people's interactions and expressions helps me craft characters as lively and multi-dimensional as they are relatable."

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 30, 2024

Atlanta-based graphic designer and illustrator Broly Su brings both his skills together in work inspired by retro toys, hip-hop culture and graffiti. Sleek, stylish and funny, Broly Su's award-winning illustrations have been featured by the likes of Adult Swim, NBA and Sprite, to name a few.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Who doesn't love an art fair or creative market? And if you're an artist, illustrator, or designer yourself, they're a great opportunity to make money doing what you love. So, to help you make the most of these events, we asked experienced creators who have found success in the art fair and market scene to share their best tips.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

And so back in March, we reported on their work crafting a visual identity for a stylish New York-esque cocktail bar in the city called Southside Social. Taking inspiration from Chinese culture, cuisine, and its many 'good fortune' traditions, the brand follows the naming convention for Chinese restaurants in the UK and Ireland.

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Creative Boom

MAY 22, 2025

"This year's awards celebrated the power of design not just as a form of art but as a catalyst for commercial success and behavioural change," noted Dara Lynch, CEO of D&AD. For instance, W Conran Design's 'Designing Paris 2024' was recognised for illustrating how design thinking can transform an entire city's attitude and behaviour.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 9, 2023

However, her passion for illustration never waned. For Sarah, inspiration is like a stream that flows from her immediate surroundings. For Sarah, inspiration is like a stream that flows from her immediate surroundings. "I Inspiration often strikes when she least expects it, prompting her to jot down ideas in her trusty notebook.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Every creative should know about these 25 design studios and learn from their inspiring work. In a world overflowing with creativity and design innovation, there are thousands of outstanding design studios to be inspired by. Hopefully, their work will inspire you too.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

Among the many uses of vector art, animal-themed designs stand out as a popular choice for logo creation, branding, and graphic projects. When it comes to crafting unique and memorable logos, animal-inspired vectors provide endless creative opportunities. Download available in Illustrator AI, EPS, and PNG format.

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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. So we needed to have many illustrated elements and mini-illustrations, so designs could be updated easily if needed." This led them to illustrator Rick Berkelmans, known as Hedof.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Crafting a visual identity for Picklewood, a first-of-its-kind pickleball club and restaurant, was a tricky proposition. From the midcentury script typography to the playful supporting illustrations and colour palette to the custom plaid and argyle patterns, everything is designed with tongue-in-cheek. It's pickleball, after all."

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In the outskirts of Stockholm, a Swedish artist named Malin Rosenqvist weaves intricate tales through the medium of illustration. 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.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 4, 2024

Digital art and illustrations have evolved into a powerful and dynamic form of artistic expression, pushing the boundaries of creativity and imagination. In the year 2024, we find ourselves amidst a thriving era of digital artwork, witnessing the awe-inspiring creations of professional artists and illustrator designers.

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Creative Boom

JULY 7, 2025

In the heart of Osaka, Derailleur Brew Works is crafting beers with bespoke, illustrated labels and creating jobs in one of Japan's most deprived neighbourhoods. Their commitment to unconventional brewing inspires me," says the Japanese illustrator and designer Ryo Okamoto. By Okamoto. By Hotel New Teikoku.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 12, 2023

New York-based illustrator Morain An has been holding a pencil and busily sketching away for as long as she can remember. It's an approach which has stayed with her through into adulthood as she continues to champion a traditional, hand-drawn approach to illustration.

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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. This is where illustration agents come into play. But how on Earth do you find a market for your work? David Doran, represented by B&A 2.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 15, 2022

A designer and illustrator based in Baroda, India, Soumyaraj Vishwakarma creates digital artworks that are dynamic, otherwordly and intricate, celebrating those slower-paced days when we're able to forget our troubles and enjoy the simple things in life that make us happy. Art has always been a strong part of Soumyaraj's identity.

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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. We share some tips from the Creative Boom community on presenting your illustrations in the best possible light. Quality over quantity."

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

We reveal the best place to buy wonderful art prints to fuel your mood, imagination and creativity. In fact, you probably spend every working day meticulously crafting amazing-looking work for your company or freelance clients – not just because you want praise and reward. As a creative, you're by nature a visual person.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 15, 2024

How Tte de la Course embraced the concept for a special edition Trappist beer and used it to craft an object of desire Golden artworks gleam on deep brown glass. With gothic-inspired artwork, the typography is deliberately reserved rather than calligraphic. Incredible levels of detail have been achieved in the label illustrations.

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Just Creative

JUNE 13, 2023

When we were all in grade school, every one of us loved arts & craft days, building things with paper, paint, and other crafts. Recapturing the magic that you felt, we thought we’d mosey on down memory lane and present our list of the 25 Best PAPER Art & Craft Resources for Designers. Download Now 2.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 7, 2022

So in this article, we've gathered together a mix of emerging and established women working in their profession, all doing wonderful things to inspire your own career. 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. Charlotte Adorjan.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 20, 2025

Abstract line art logos are creative and stylish. Line art logos have gained popularity for their clean, minimal, and modern appeal. Whether youre a startup, a creative professional, or a corporate brand, a well-crafted line art logo can make your business stand out. Duck Line Art Logo The logo is vector-based.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

enable users to generate illustrated assets from simple sketches, offering a new level of accessibility to design." The craft renaissance As another element to the backlash against AI, along with a broader rejection of mass production and digital saturation, there's a growing appreciation for craft and heritage in design.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2025

Where ideas bounce from mind to mind, and inspiration strikes when you least expect it. Returning to Milton Keynes this May, All Flows has curated a proper treat for anyone with even a passing interest in graphic design, typography, illustration and creative innovation in general. Well, here's something to look forward to.

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Creative Boom

MAY 15, 2024

Illustrator impression of the new Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration © Nora Walter With the help of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration is set to move into London's historic New River Head buildings. And the artist himself couldn't be happier. Having been awarded a £3.75

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Creative Boom

MAY 13, 2024

Buenos Aires-based illustrator Milagros Pico specialises in creating images that are bursting with vibrant colours. If the illustrations of Milagros Pico had a flavour, they'd definitely be bittersweet. Describing her work as "eye candy", her art has an appropriate sharpness and sourness to it.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 12, 2024

Embark on a journey of futuristic creativity and inspiration with our avant-garde handcrafted and digital hand lettering typography quotes, pulsating with positive energy. Within this immersive showcase, we present a curated selection of over thirty-five awe-inspiring lettering quotes and illustrated typographic marvels.

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Creative Boom

MAY 15, 2023

© Lisa Ha London-based illustrator and designer Lisa Ha seeks out the positives in the world with her joyful artwork that focuses on "exploring ideas and bringing them to life with imagery." Brought to life with beautifully-textured washes, Lisa's illustrations are a lovely reminder of the joy that can be found in the world.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

© Liam Eisenberg The work of New Jersey-based illustrator and teacher Liam Eisenberg has graced the pages of some of the biggest magazines and websites in the business. Despite not being an art major, this motivated me to put hours into each assignment until I worked my way up to being the best student in the class."

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