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D&AD Awards 2025: who won what?

Creative Boom

This was particularly evident in D&AD's new Creator Content category, where judges called for clearer definitions of craft excellence and higher standards in content creation. Too many entries follow the same established design codes and trends, making everything start to look and feel alike, regardless of category.

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The eight things illustration agencies are looking for in 2025

Creative Boom

We are settling down to the idea that AI is just a tool , and while it can replicate artists' styles, the output is derivative by definition and often flawed. We have recently signed an artist, Seo Hyojung, who uses coding practices to create beautiful patterns based on mathematical formulas.

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The eight things illustration agencies are looking for in 2025

Creative Boom

We are settling down to the idea that AI is just a tool , and while it can replicate artists' styles, the output is derivative by definition and often flawed. We have recently signed an artist, Seo Hyojung, who uses coding practices to create beautiful patterns based on mathematical formulas.

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Top 10 Graphic Design Blogs to Follow in 2025

We And The Color

Its detailed articles on UI/UX design, coding, and design principles cater to a tech-savvy audience. As the creator of many essential tools, Adobe’s blog is a definitive resource for all things design. Smashing Magazine Smashing Magazine is synonymous with web design excellence.

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Discover 10 Must-Join Subreddits for Creatives in 2025

We And The Color

Creative coding is about using code to create art. Have you thought of the potential of using coding to express yourself? You will definitely find your people here. Join r/Typography 6. r/CreativeCoding This is for the more technically minded, but don’t be intimidated. Think again! Join r/MotionGraphics 10.

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10 Graphic Design Trends to Pay Attention to in 2025

Graphic Mama

The look was definitely vintage but remained relatively flat and basic. AI is also changing how sites are built with layout suggestions, creating color palettes, and even generating code. So far, retro design often relied on straightforward, 2D elements that mimicked older styles with simple shapes and colors.

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10 Top Black Friday 2024 Deals for Designers and Agencies

HONGKIAT

Flexibility and code are top-notch. Kalium is a clean-coded theme that delivers fast page loading times and produces responsive, SEO-friendly sites. Use coupon code BLACK2024 to enjoy a 40% discount during Black Friday. Client Input: Great product, would definitely recommend! Client Input: BeTheme is the best out there.

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