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Three free archives of Victorian illustration to inspire you

Creative Boom

If classic literature brought to life in works of art inspires you, then it's worth pointing your web browser towards three new archives of Victorian imagery released online by Michael John Goodman. The illustrations look very distinctive, printed in chromolithography.

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DMTV Milkshake: Book Designer Michael Russem on Why “Everything Is Garbage”

Design Milk

This is, in fact, a defense of modern book design: “When we look at the books about the history of printing and typography, we’re only getting the greatest hits and that tends to give the idea that things were better back then. So what’s wrong with printing and design now? How do we fix it?

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Optic: Counter-Print's new book explores the world of optical effects in graphic design

Creative Boom

Counter-Print's new book, Optic What is it about optical illusions that captivates graphic designers so much? These optical effects are often found in beloved book designs, packaging, and branding the world over. They wanted to capture the adventurous and unconventional nature of the brewery through their designs.

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70+ Best Japanese-Style Fonts for Modern Design and Branding

Graphic Design Junction

Incorporating these fonts into your designs can: Elevate Branding : Establish cultural relevance and authenticity, especially for businesses targeting a Japanese or Asia-inspired market. Enhance Visual Appeal : Add an artistic and sophisticated touch to designs. Designed with minimalist rough stroke and Kanji letters inspired.

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How Hoxton Mini Press and Here Design crafted the best-illustrated lifestyle book

Creative Boom

Hoxton Mini Press and Here Design recently scooped the best-illustrated lifestyle book at the British Book Design and Production Awards. We caught up with the publisher to hear how it crafted a winning design. In an increasingly digital world, the value of a beautiful, well-designed book can't be underestimated.

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Emma Eriksson's top five books reveal what inspires her to succeed in advertising

Creative Boom

Martin Margiela was a huge inspiration to the fashion students at my design college in the late '90s. Unfortunately, I don't look as good in his designs as many of my friends, but his work is incredibly inspiring anyway. Just how he waved it all together with the graphic design, the shows, and the packaging.

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Kieron Lewis updates The Brownies' Book to inspire a new generation of black children

Creative Boom

Named The Brownies' Book, the publication was filled with empowering stories of black role models and inspirational art, stories, letters and activities. In their new edition, century-old content is featured alongside contemporary art and writing to continue the noble goal of inspiring and empowering black families.