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Brilliant or baffling? Designers are torn over the new Kellogg's billboards

Creative Bloq

It's one of the most striking campaigns we've seen for a while.

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In a crisis of democracy what role can graphic designers play? Everyday Practice imparts its insights

Its Nice That

Reclaiming protests age-old format, the design studio have collaborated with over 60 South Korean creatives to push their role as designers in repairing social disruption and resisting abuse of power.

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“The Last Lighthouse Keepers of Scotland” by Photographer Conor Gault

Booooooom

A project capturing portraits of former lighthouse keepers by Scotland-based photographer Conor Gault.

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María Medem’s beautiful new comic is written to the rhythm of flamenco

Its Nice That

The Seville-based illustrator launches her English language debut, Land of Mirrors: a publication on loneliness, love and friendship.

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Let's Talk Trends: Designing for Maximum Impact

Speaker: Amber Asay, Creative Director and Founder of award-winning design studio Nice People

Understanding what trends are happening and how they’re impacting the competitive landscape is crucial to providing top dollar design strategy to your clients. With so many trends coming and going, it can be overwhelming to determine which ones you should capitalize on and which ones might not be worth the trouble. In this exclusive webinar with Amber Asay, we’ll explore graphic design trends that need to die, trends that are starting to pick up and why, trends that have come and gone, and how t

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300 Free Photoshop Frame Brushes For Decorative Designs

Design Beep

Frame brushes in Photoshop are a versatile tool that can elevate your digital artwork, photography, and design projects. These brushes are designed to create custom frames, borders, and decorative elements quickly, making them a valuable asset for both beginners and seasoned designers. Frame brushes are a type of Photoshop brush that adds decorative borders or frames to your canvas.

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US copyright ruling finally provides clarity on AI art – kind of

Creative Bloq

AI-human art can be copyrighted. sometimes. AI art has exploded in the last few years, invading social media feeds and even auction houses.

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"Creativity thrives on curiosity": a day in the life Cecilia Bjare

Creative Bloq

Pond Design's creative director discusses the importance of creative bravery.

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Kannetha Brown explores family, trauma and survival

Its Nice That

Through photographing her own family and others, the Cambodian-American photographer attempts to unpack the complex layers of generational trauma.

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Vinted’s shopper personality quiz is giving me an identity crisis

Creative Bloq

From thrifters to regifters, what's your style?

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“Make sure you’re being transparent and open”

Its Nice That

Leading a small creative team through tough times can feel like carrying the world on your shoulders. Alex Bec shares steps to handling the pressure, sharing the load and finding balance in this weeks Creative Career Conundrums.

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The Democratization of Design: Giving Creators & Marketers the Tools to Succeed

Brands must create and share impactful content to thrive, but they have less people, tighter budgets, and fewer resources to do so. Learn how to publish and market digital content with the same professionalism as organizations with million-dollar budgets.

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We get an exclusive peek at an Alex Ross story from the DC: Superman collection

Creative Bloq

The Man of Steel's legacy is revisted in a stunning new collectible.

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Yves Suter Atelier — Thisispaper

This is Paper

Swiss artist Yves Suter designed his atelier as a space for himselfan environment shaped by simplicity, clarity, and reduction.

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Laptop specs for video editing: All you need to know

Creative Bloq

This is everything you need to know when buying a laptop specifically for video editing.

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Mugaritz

Communication Arts

Knom created a website for Mugaritz that captures its creative spirit with unique navigation, bold design, and an easy, engaging user experience.

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From Visualization to Execution: Exploring Our Strengths as Designers

Speaker: Sean Adams, ArtCenter College of Design

Thomas Edison once said “Vision without execution is hallucination.” This statement applies not just to invention, but to graphic design. One of the greatest strengths of graphic designers is the ability to first develop a concept and then execute it to make it real. From visualization and ideation all the way through to actuation and execution, each step of this process takes skill and expertise.

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AGON Pro AG276FK review: unbelievably fast refresh rate but this monitor lacks resolution

Creative Bloq

A perfect fit for any professional gamer – as long as FHD is enough.

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Service building Kreuzbergpass by Pedevilla Architects — Thisispaper

This is Paper

In the heart of the Dolomites, Pedevilla Architects service building at Kreuzbergpass is both a landmark and a shelter, seamlessly blending contemporary design with the timeless rhythms of the alpine landscape.

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Design With Play: The thinking behind Falmouth University's new pedagogy

Creative Boom

Artist and designer Morag Myerscough We headed to Falmouth University to see how they're running their new 'Design With' module, which aims to bridge the gap between industry and academia. When you enter the creative industry as a new graduate, there will always be a part of you that feels like a fish out of water. Recently, though, universities across the UK have been trying to curate courses more reflective of how agencies and businesses work by promoting collaboration, bringing in external br

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Barcelona Gets a New Salon That Blends Local Charm + Modern Design

Design Milk

The vibrant city of Barcelona has welcomed a fresh addition to their streets the latest location of the celebrated Ukrainian beauty brand, GxBar thanks to Kyiv-based architectural firm, HVYLYA design. Located at 21 Av. de Sarri, near the busy Diagonal street, this 1,055-square-foot space gives nod to Mediterranean charm. At first glance, GxBars interior speaks the language of Barcelona itself an interplay of warm Mediterranean hues, subtle sandy tones, and bold blue accents.

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Rethinking Creative Workflows: Increasing Efficiency in the Design Process

As the design industry evolves, teams are facing new challenges and a need to produce more outstanding creative work than ever. Leaders must learn how to adapt their processes to solve today’s—and tomorrow’s—unique design challenges. In this e-book, you’ll learn how to establish your creative workflow and leverage the power of CorelDRAW® Graphics Suite to streamline the entire design process, from start to finish.

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Cadbury's 'Made to Share' campaign redefines generosity in the sweetest way

Creative Boom

Cadbury's latest campaign reimagines how we split our favourite chocolate bars, using playful packaging to celebrate everyday acts of generosity. Cadbury has again captured everyday generosity with its latest integrated campaign, 'Made to Share'. In collaboration with its global creative agency VCCP and with packaging designed by Bulletproof, the chocolate brand has introduced limited-edition Dairy Milk bars that celebrate the small yet meaningful gestures that bring people together.

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Top 10 Resume Templates in 2025 for Striking Job Applications

We And The Color

Land your dream job in 2025 with one of these professionally designed, fully customizable resume templates. Hey there, fellow career adventurer! Lets talk about something we all face sooner or later: the dreaded resume. You know, that document that’s supposed to be your golden ticket to opportunity? Its a tough world out there. But, did you know the right resume templates could be the thing thats holding you back?

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Smith & Diction: A love letter to design, Philly, and doing things differently

Creative Boom

Born from late-night brainstorms, big dreams, and a healthy dose of trial and error, Smith & Diction has grown into one of Philadelphia's most exciting design studios. As it happens, Mike Smith, co-founder of design and copy studio Smith & Diction, told his now-wife and business partner Chara about his plan to start his own Philadelphia studio on their very first date.

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Desktop Wallpaper: February 2025 With Jill Malek

Design Milk

If the constant scrolling and endless tasks on your tech devices leave you feeling overwhelmed, we have the perfect mental cleanse for you. This months Designer Desktop features a serene design by artist and designer Jill Malek from her new Wanderlust collection. Inspired by her travels across the globe from Iceland to Sedona to Tokyo Malek captures the essence of these landscapes, translating their textures and details into breathtaking wall murals.

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Creative Insights: Data-Backed Trends to Help You Design Successful Content

In today’s competitive markets, how do you make sure that your content not only stands out but performs well? How can you predict whether certain design choices will result in clicks, engagement, downloads, and other drivers of ROI? Shutterstock’s Creative Insights Report (Q3) is your window into the hottest trends that are transforming the creative world.

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Fluoro's bio-organic, surf shack-inspired factory for R.A.D performance footwear

Creative Boom

London agency's campaign draws on futurism, realism, '90s rave, surf and skate culture to support V2's release of the training shoe that sparked a movement What do CrossFit and rave culture have in common? Perhaps more than you'd think. Communion with your tribe, physical exertion, endorphins and apparel that fuses style, comfort and performance. As burgeoning footwear brand R.A.D sees it, they're singing from the same hymn sheet.

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How To Create Your Personal Brand Identity

We And The Color

Learn to Design Your Unforgettable Personal Brand Identity by Avoiding Some Common Mistakes. Why some people seem to effortlessly attract opportunities is not always luck. Often, it’s because theyve intentionally cultivated a strong personal brand identity. But what exactly does that mean for you? It’s not about becoming a manufactured celebrity.

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AI transparency framework, DeepSeek’s UX, a new AI-powered design workflow

UX Collective

Weekly curated resources for designersthinkers andmakers. Transparency matters because it ensures Trust between the author and the reader. Its often an unspoken ethical contract: I sign my name on this article and you, the reader, believe me when I said that I wrote it (I did). But AI disrupts this assumption. Should we disclose our use of AI in the first place?

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Immerse Yourself With Patricia Urquiola and Moroso at Heimtextil

Design Milk

At this year’s textile trade fair, Heimtextil , among-us is a 650 m design installation designed by Patricia Urquiola with Moroso that transformed Hall 12.0. The layout provides a perfect backdrop to encourage experimentation in textile concepts, discussions of design, and sustainability. Open-concept and cavernous, among-us underscores Patricia Urquiolas vision of the endless possibilities of textile design, a force that has shaped and transformed our world since the beginning of civiliza

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How to Create Stunning Typography With the Corel Type Tool Kit

Download this free eBook to learn how you can create stunning typography, using the basics, such as placing text, to advanced controls like ligatures, variable fonts, effects, tracking, range kerning, and everything in between. Learn how to: Use Character Control to add variety to your font styles. Use Paragraph Control to manage spacing, alignment, justification and more.

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Suspicious Animals Take Stock of Their Surroundings in Strangford’s Vibrant Prints

Colossal

A posse of vibrant creatures slyly scope out their surroundings in prints by Jo Pearson, a.k.a. Strangford. From pigeons and rabbits to alligators and fish, the artist’s most recent creations expand upon her previous works featuring playful animals. In the last year, Strangford has gradually shifted her practice toward carving wood, contrasting her earlier techniques that largely focused on linoleum. “It might seem like a small change, but it makes a big difference to the character a

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This A/C Avoids Ugly Ducts And Can Cool a Whole Room

Design Milk

Air conditioning in certain regions can sometimes be tricky. If you’re a renter, it’s harder to permanently install a window unit, and swamp coolers are often ineffective in humid locations. Chinese company Xiaomi , however, has a new take on air conditioners that might be perfect for these situations while looking pretty sleek in the process.

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The Red Line – Threshold of tolerance/action

Creative Applications

Get full content RSS Feed The Red Line is a physical device that examines how we adapt to escalating crises, revealing our tendency to shift the threshold of what we consider acceptable over time. It is inspired by the concept of a "red line" a figurative boundary that, once crossed, signifies a point of no return. Read More CreativeApplications.Net is a community supported website.

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Cuerda Viva’s Bold Visual Identity by Pixelarte

Abduzeedo

Cuerda Vivas Bold Visual Identity by Pixelarte abduzeedo 02/03 2025 Pixelarte redefines branding and visual identity for Cuerda Viva, crafting a dynamic design that balances adventure and professionalism. Standing out in the adventure tourism industry requires more than just thrilling activitiesit demands a visual identity that resonates with the right audience.

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Web Design for All: Accessibility, Inclusivity and Beyond

Speaker: Eden Spivak, Design Expert and Editor at Wix & Nir Horesh, Accessibility Lead and Senior Product Manager at Wix

When we design products or websites for people like ourselves, there are many others who are, as a result, left out. From visually impaired users who rely on assistive technology, to people with a temporary injury such as a broken arm, tech users are forever diverse and beautifully unique. The products we design can, and should, reflect the extremely wide range of human experiences and needs.