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Print's not dead: the best magazines for graphic design inspiration

Creative Boom

Spread from the latest Type 01 magazine. Image courtesy of publisher Sit back, relax and reacquaint yourselves with the joys of devouring a beautifully designed print magazine. When was the last time you read a printed magazine? Eye Magazine Eye Magazine delves deep into the world of graphic design and visual culture.

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Joelle McKenna brings the creative struggle to life in comic store installation

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But how many of us have actually used that struggle in our art? A 2012 graduate from Boston University's College of Fine Art, she's also the creative director of Brooklyn Magazine print publication. Recently, she was invited to craft a display for Desert Island Comics in Brooklyn's hip area of Williamsburg.

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8 Female Graphic Designers That’ll Rock Your Socks Off

Just Creative

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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10 best artist and illustration agents in New York City

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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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A Modern Magazine InDesign Template

We And The Color

Download A Modern Masterpiece: Review of Adam’s InDesign Magazine Template. The art of magazine design has evolved significantly. With the emergence of digital platforms, creating captivating publications that effortlessly blend visual appeal and engaging content has become a formidable task.

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Julie Alex's slanted still-life illustrations are a love letter to her many passions

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Like most artists, it's a craft she began practising in childhood when she would spend her time sketching alongside her sister. She's why I didn't quit it during my university years," says Julie, who only attended art school for a couple of weeks before going to university to study to become a history teacher. "I

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Showcasing illustration work: how to create your best portfolio

Creative Boom

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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