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'Storytelling and emotional connection matter more than aesthetics,' says illustrator Fangfang Han

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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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The 20 illustrators inspiring us the most in 2025

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In our recent Creative Boom survey, we gathered votes from hundreds of illustrators, art directors and industry insiders to spotlight the artists making waves in this challenging climate. A self-proclaimed "artist with a business brain", she picked up hand lettering as a hobby while studying advertising at the School of Visual Arts.

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The 25 creative studios inspiring us the most in 2025

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For instance, their recent bold new identity for the São Paulo art museum MASP nods to Brazilian modernist design traditions while reimagining them for a contemporary audience. With a focus on branding, illustration, editorial design, and typography, they combine joy with craft to explore issues with heart and purpose.

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Creative minds unite: All Flows Festival returns to Milton Keynes with star-studded lineup

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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. Five international airports are within 90 minutes of travel time.

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Hotlist 2025: the 25 most popular design studios, as voted for by their peers

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We particularly loved their work for Thalby travel guidebooks , which turned the humble circle into a versatile yet uniform piece of branding. Little Troop Led by creative directors Noemie Le Coz and Jeremy Elliot, Little Troop describes itself as "a design studio driven by craft, culture and imagination".

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Going on a city break? Here's the ideal travel kit for any creative

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As the days get warmer and lighter, many of us are already dreaming of our spring and summer travels. Yes, it's expensive, but if you travel a lot and divide the cost into the number of trips you're likely to use it, this could add up to very good value overall. Travel Folio by Bellroy Where's my passport? Tech Kit by Bellroy 3.

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Miki Lowe's drawings become stunning furniture in new Babel Brune collections

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Previously, we've looked at how a love of travel has shaped her art , but in her new collaboration with Lille-based company Babel Brune, she's keeping things closer to home. It is also a testament to personal creative exploration, as the patterns are born from my experiments and drawings beyond commissioned work."