Its Nice That

JULY 16, 2025

Crafting soft animated loops as well as longer more narrative films, he is finding the medium to be a way to enhance the depth of his minimalist scenes. For a recent short for the Olympic Games ( Le Plongeon ) the illustrator animated a breathtaking sequence of a diver breaking the water in a more classic comic storytelling style.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

This year, celebrate the season with beautifully crafted cards that tell a story, support independent creators, and bring joy to your loved ones. The art of sending Christmas cards is more than just a seasonal ritual; it's a chance to connect, share a spirit of creativity, and support emerging illustration talent.

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Its Nice That

JUNE 12, 2025

His approach to framing his images lay somewhere between capturing the candid moments that Moree naturally delivered and carefully crafting intentional portraits that framed its local people. “I She joined as a junior writer in April 2024 after graduating from Kingston School of Art with a degree in Graphic Design.

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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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Design Milk

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Though seemingly contrasting crafts, the partnership indicates where the artists are in exploring the boundaries of their work, respectively, as Cushing experiments with metal’s structural implications and Sparey accentuates the precision of her material against a second element. Lara also teaches design and is an established printmaker.

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Creative Boom

JULY 18, 2023

Or looking to commission an illustrator for a project? Look no further, as we list the best UK illustration agents around right now and the details you need to know. Looking for more money, better commissions, better clients and generally more respect as an illustrator? Illustrators on their roster include Alex T.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 15, 2022

Students at Glasgow School of Art. Left to right: Billy Paterson (Communication Design Y3), Jihye Baek (MFA 2022), Fleur Connor (Painting and Printmaking 2022), Sophie Ammann, Leonie Hiller (Communication Design 2022). 22 Men by Emma Williams, MA Art and Science (Central Saint Martins). RA Schools Show , Royal Academy of Arts.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

And it doesn't matter how young or old you are: this back-to-school sensation can trigger a desire to learn new skills, challenge yourself, and take your craft to the next level. Staying ahead of the AI curve Let's face it: AI – and most specifically, generative AI art – will put many creatives out of work in the coming years.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

With over a decade of experience in the illustration industry under his belt, recent years have seen him take more of a design-led approach to his craft. We caught up with him to learn what it means to be a graphic illustrator and how he developed this new style. Turning ambition into reality isn't new for Chris. "A

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 5, 2023

Stocking Fillers Grumpy Ant plush toy by Aysha Tengiz If you have a friend who makes (or just appreciates) good art, check out the online shop of Aysha Tengiz, a London-based artist working within illustration, animation and textile design. And this one has been designed by Dutch designer/printmaker Karel Martens.

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We And The Color

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Exploring Contemporary Printmaking with Linoleum: Unleash Your Creativity. Contemporary printmaking has seen a remarkable evolution in recent years, making it an exciting medium for artists and creators to explore. It’s an art form that’s deeply rooted in tradition yet fully embraces modern creativity.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 21, 2022

These are one-off pieces, lovingly designed and crafted by independents, so you're certain to stand out from the crowd. Some of our recommendations are sold directly by creatives themselves, while others are from larger stores that commission artists and illustrators to create unique designs for them. McIndoe Design by Maddy McIndoe.

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Colossal

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Open Calls 2024 Booooooom Illustration Awards (International) Artists and illustrators are eligible for this inaugural award worth $2,500 in cash prizes. Five winners and 20 shortlisted illustrators will be featured in a special publication, and the first entry is free to all. 2025 Black Creativity Juried Art Exhibition (U.S.)

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Colossal

JULY 31, 2024

Prisma Art Prize (International) This annual art prize is open to artists working in painting, engraving, and drawing and offers exhibition opportunities and €2,300 in cash awards annually. All are invited to submit—architects, illustrators, design enthusiasts, etc.—and One winner will receive $500. There is a $25 entry fee.

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We And The Color

MARCH 26, 2023

Gabriella Marcella, founder of RISOTTO Studio – one of Scotland’s longest-running Risograph specialists – has collaborated on projects such as public art commissions, exhibit design and so much more. With major brands like Apple, MINI, Puma, and Swatch also under her belt; she takes printmaking to a whole new level.

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Shillington

JUNE 24, 2020

We did the digging for you and have uncovered some of the many talented creatives—producing work across branding, illustration, digital design, animation and more—who call Pennsylvania home. Her subject matter has a strong lean to portraiture and character, with her digital illustrations evoking the texture and energy of traditional media.

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Lisa Maltby

JULY 10, 2022

So how can food illustration help to market small food businesses more effectively? How can food illustration help? Food illustration, on the other hand, can be licensed for limited use meaning that you don’t have to invest in exclusivity or full copyright. Are your products high-end?

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High on Design by Wix

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

As an illustrator, your portfolio website is a crucial tool that helps both fans and potential clients explore your work. This online portfolio is also the place for you to craft the story behind your personal practice, shaping its narrative in your own words, colors, and style. This post was last updated on February 4th, 2021.

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High on Design by Wix

DECEMBER 6, 2021

While there are many ways to gather inspiration and new ideas, art blogs offer a vast hub of information and diverse topics. 15 best art blogs to add to your reading list. 15 best art blogs to add to your reading list. Art Observed. Google Arts & Culture. Wix Creative. Aesthetica.

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Shillington

AUGUST 20, 2023

I Love Typography I Love Typography covers everything from typography and type history to making fonts, and everything in between, including printmaking to book history and occasionally calligraphy. The brainchild of Parisian art director Martin Joubert, Print.pm Masterpicks Are you looking for inspiration from real-world projects?

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Inkbot Design

MARCH 1, 2024

Top 8 Graphic Design Schools to Launch Your Career Graphic design is an exciting and vibrant industry that allows creative professionals to use art, technology, and communication skills to solve problems. With Yale’s robust liberal arts heritage, graphic design students also gain interdisciplinary perspectives to inform creative solutions.

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Shillington

MARCH 8, 2021

As today is International Women’s Day —an important date in the calendar that celebrates women’s achievements and seeks to make the world an equal place—we thought we’d champion 25 female graphic designers and illustrators that are making waves in the industry. Hélène Baum-Owoyele. Niamh Tulley. Vanessa Alvarez.

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Shillington

APRIL 27, 2023

The museum’s new logo stands in beautiful, modern contrast to the museum’s vast collection of art and antiquities Read more about the National Museum in Krakow 3. Combining a variation of greens, great copy and enticing illustrations, Gander’s packaging is really something that you’ll want to grab off the shelf.

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Colossal

JULY 3, 2023

Mophradat Orbitals Open Call (International) This open call will take four curators and art researchers to Dakar, Senegal. During the one-week guided research trip, the participants will meet and share experiences with peers from the art scenes they are visiting. El Paso Museum of Art–2024 Border Biennial/Bienal Fronteriza 2024 (U.S.)

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Include work that illustrates the type of work you’d like to get. If you’re also a writer, photographer, or printmaker, then include it. It is a piece of art and a sales pitch that both shows and tells a prospective client what you can do for their brand. Demonstrate your versatility. Show additional skills.

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Design Wizard

JUNE 20, 2019

Design legend Paula Scher eases the worries of many struggling designers by admitting that mistakes can help you improve your craft. In this quote, surrealist Salvador Dalí espouses the value of hard work when it comes to design and art. Design is a solution to a problem; art is a question to a problem.” - John Maeda.

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Eye on Design

AUGUST 22, 2022

Born in 1955 near Boston, MA to parents who were both creative professionals, Sandhaus grew up in the kind of design-filled home that had a printmaking workshop—which doubled as a ping pong table—in its basement. She moved up quickly in the company, beginning as a staff designer before transitioning to art director by 23.

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Shillington

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

Written by seven designers: Ellen Lupton, Farah Kafei, Jennifer Tobias (who also illustrated the book!), There are illustrations throughout, as well as case studies, designer biographies and student assignments for testing skills and concepts. Modernist aesthetics in architecture, art and product design are familiar to many.

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Shillington

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

There are illustrations throughout, as well as case studies, designer biographies and student assignments for testing skills and concepts. Modernist aesthetics in architecture, art and product design are familiar to many. Looking for exercises to kickstart your creativity and expand your art skills? Buy the book. Buy the book.

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Colossal

AUGUST 1, 2022

Faena Prize for the Arts (International). Artists across genres, disciplines, and technologies are invited to imagine temporary and site-specific projects installed at Faena Beach during Miami Art Week 2022. The annual SPIE International Day of Light Photo Contest focuses on light and its vital role in nature, art, and technology.

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Colossal

MAY 17, 2022

Cheri Smith , Russell Webb , Guy Laramée ( previously ), Aron Wiesenfeld , Guillermo Martin Bermejo , El Gato Chimney , and Claire Partington ( previously ) work across a wide range of styles including sculpture, illustration, painting, and printmaking. Bookworks is on view at James Freeman Gallery through June 4.

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Colossal

MARCH 1, 2022

Bio Art and Design (BAD) Award 2022. Recently graduates interested in bio art and design are encouraged to submit proposals for the 2022 BAD Award. The Native Arts and Cultures Foundation is offering $10,000 to one Native artist for a proposed project in a variety of disciplines. Open Calls. Deadline: 11:59 p.m. EST on March 25.

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Colossal

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Collection of the artist, courtesy of Ota Fine Arts. Massachusetts Design Art and Technology Institute (DATMA) – SHELTER 2023 Featured. Tawney Fellowship at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center. This fellowship fosters engagement with Tawney’s art environment installed at JMKAC’s Art Preserve in Sheboygan, Wisconsin.

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Colossal

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Illustration by Marija Tiurina Every month, Colossal shares a selection of opportunities for artists and designers, including open calls, grants, fellowships, and residencies. The Susannah Kelly Art Award Featured The newly launched Susannah Kelly Art Award offers three $2,000 grants for artists working in drawing, painting, and sculpting.

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Colossal

MAY 1, 2024

Submissions will be juried by Lauren Rosati, Associate Curator, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York City and Maya Brooks, Assistant Curator, North Carolina Museum of Art. ARTS Southeast’s ON::View Artist Residency Program Featured Applications are now open for the On::View Artist Residency Program in Savannah, Georgia.

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Colossal

JUNE 1, 2024

1,800 Innovate Grants for Art + Photo Featured Innovate Grant awards two $1,800 grants each quarter to one visual artist and one photographer. 2024 Booooooom Art & Photo Book Award (International) Artists, photographers, and illustrators are invited to submit cohesive bodies of work they’d like to see turned into a book.

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Colossal

MAY 3, 2022

based artists at any stage of their career to create a public art project that addresses a critical social issue. Beautiful Bizarre Art Prize. Awarding $57,000 in cash and prizes, this annual international competition celebrates diversity and excellence in visual arts, supporting all static mediums. Deadline: May 5, 2022.

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