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How To Create Detailed VINTAGE Text Effects The EASY Way!

Spoon Graphics

Detailed vintage lettering is one of the coolest text effects you can make! Originally these kinds of embellished titles were drawn by hand as the cover art for old insurance maps from the likes of the Sanborn map company. Painstakingly illustrating artwork like this by hand is a dying art form that would have taken years of training to become a master of penmanship, but we can easily make similar text styles with digital tools.

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30+ Best Hoodie Mockup Templates

Graphic Design Junction

Download hoodie mockups in PSD format to present your apparel designs and artwork that will look printed ona hoodie. The photo-realistic hoodie mockup templates are customize fully via smart objects. Easy to use just insert designs on the hoodie, change the colors of metal rings and string, also separately adjust the light and dark areas. Best hoodie mockup templates with detailed fabric and correct texture unwrap for a 3D object, allowing you to reproduce any design idea on your hoodies.

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The Design Milk X Modenus Talks Lounge Returns to KBIS 2023

Design Milk

The Design Milk X Modenus Talks Lounge , also known as the #dmmtalks Lounge, is back at KBIS with a schedule that’s jam-packed full of presentations and conversations covering design business, social media, and trends. Also returning are the popular BrandTalks that give exhibitors an opportunity to speak about the vision and mission behind their brands, as well as introduce audiences to new products and innovations.

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This Procreate typography hack will brighten up your work

Creative Bloq

Colour me impressed.

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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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Colorful Magazine Cover Designs from 2022 by Made Up Studio

We And The Color

Check out this handpicked selection of colorful magazine covers created by Made Up Studio, a creative studio run by designer and illustrator Charles Williams. What stands out most is the intense use of colors and the flowing shapes. They make bold statements that speak to the reader at the first glance. Definitely a great inspiration for graphic designers looking to create eye-catching magazine cover designs!

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UX vs UI Design: A Comprehensive Guide For Beginners

Inkbot Design

UX vs UI Design: A Comprehensive Guide For Beginners You have likely heard the terms UX and UI being tossed around the design world, but they are often misused interchangeably or out of context. The reality is that UX and UI are two distinct design disciplines that work together but have different roles. Whether you are an entrepreneur looking to create a new SaaS business or an aspiring designer looking to crack into the world of technology, UX and UI design are essential tools you must underst

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Inside Koto’s snappy rebrand for Bolt, using negative space and illustrations full of energy

Its Nice That

The one-click checkout platform is switching up its previous wordmark and blue palette to stand out from e-commerce competitors going into 2023.

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Photographer Spotlight: Ramie Ahmed

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What’s the answer to AI’s big copyright problem?

Creative Review

Artists are furious that their work has been used as fodder for AI tools, and copyright lawsuits are mounting as a result.

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Sirkhane Darkroom works with children across Syria, Turkey and Iraq to learn skills in photography

Its Nice That

The travelling eight-week programme teaches children the fundamentals of photography, giving them tools to compose their own photographs and develop them by hand.

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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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How to design like MacGyver

UX Collective

Using ingenuity and level-headedness to solve design problems Continue reading on UX Collective »

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A Living Room for Canada’s National Film Board

Azure Magazine

Since its inception in 1939, the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) has remained a public agency with a distinctly public purpose. Over the decades, the federally funded office has produced a wealth of documentaries, animated films and — in recent decades — digital media, many of which became part of the national consciousness. From the 1988 animated classic The Cat Came Back to Sarah Polley’s tour de force Stories We Tell , the agency’s support has carved out a place for Canadian c

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Dramatic Flora and Fauna Emerge from Maude White’s Exquisitely Detailed Cut Paper Sculptures

Colossal

All images © Maude White, shared with permission Created from single pieces of paper, Maude White ’s sculptures ( previously ) reveal the veins of petals and leaves, braided locks, and vivid animal portraits. Making countless tiny incisions on archival sheets with a size 11 blade, the artist begins by referencing a photograph and creating a loose sketch to maintain general dimensions.

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Humorous Illustrations Blending Sarcastic Nature and Adopted Cat’s Attitude

Design You Trust

The Internet has been abuzz in recent years with the phenomenon of cats taking over, and now we have one more artist to add to their ranks. @st.aftercigs, an Instagram account with 190K+ followers, gives a whole new dimension to cat appreciation with their bold, humorous artworks inspired by the artist’s own adopted cat. The artist behind the account expresses the stark contrast between cats’ sassiness, and their ability to be inspirational muses.

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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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In 1902, a Black Performer Took the World by Storm. Her Story Resonates Today.

Feature Shoot

Le Cake-Walk: Rob This England (#1), 2020, Heather Agyepong. (Commissioned by The Hyman Collection) Le Cake-Walk: Razzle Dazzle (#2), 2020, Heather Agyepong. (Commissioned by The Hyman Collection) “Aida Overton Walker was someone I needed deeply,” the British Ghanaian visual artist and actor Heather Agyepong tells me. A turn-of-the-century vaudeville performer, Overton Walker earned worldwide stardom and the title the Queen of the Cake Walk, named after a dance that became a cultural

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A Look at Jakub Julian Ziolkowski's "Monotypes"

Juxapoz Magazine

Concurrent to his solo exhibition of paintings, sculptural relief, and ceramics at the gallery, Jakub Julian Ziolkowski’s series of monotypes on paper are on view online with James Fuentes, spotlight an area of the artist’s practice that is at once foundational and expansive. Ziolkowski first experimented with the monotype as an advanced drawing technique over twenty years ago.

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Adobe Illustrator Splash Screen by Daniel Escudeiro

Abduzeedo

Adobe Illustrator Splash Screen by Daniel Escudeiro AoiroStudio 0123—23 Daniel Escudeiro is a design & creative director whose work has been featured on the splash screen of Adobe Illustrator. Escudeiro's use of vibrant colors, bold lines, and dynamic compositions have made his illustrations stand out, and his work has become synonymous with the Adobe Illustrator brand.

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GDUSA Podcast #8: Paul Flaharty

Graphic Design USA

Paul Flaharty is executive director of the marketing and creative practice at global talent solutions firm Robert Half. Paul shares insights on the how 2023 looks for hiring managers and job seekers, key trends in hiring, and why Robert Half is committed to advancing inclusion and diversity in the workplace and community.

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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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‘Glass Microbiology’ Magnifies Viruses, Bacteria, and Other Organisms to 1 Million Times Their Actual Size

Colossal

“AstraZeneca vaccine.” All images © Luke Jerram, shared with permission Bristol-based artist Luke Jerram ( previously ) continues to add delicate specimens to his Glass Microbiology collection. The ongoing project is a collaboration with scientists at the University of Bristol, who aid Jerram in scaling three-dimensional renderings of avian flu, papillomavirus, the AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine, and other tiny organisms into sculptures approximately one million times their actual siz

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The Best Bauhaus Fonts for Beautiful Designs

Vandelay Design

The Bauhaus fonts were inspired by the legendary design movement of the early 1900s. Incorporate them into your designs for a subtle vintage feel. The post The Best Bauhaus Fonts for Beautiful Designs appeared first on Vandelay Design.

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Photorealistic Rainforest Paintings by Artist Alonzo Morales Bravo

Design You Trust

Venezuelan artist Alonzo Morales Bravo has mastered the art of photorealistic painting, capturing the lush, verdant beauty of rainforests through his stunning oil paintings. With an eye for detail and a penchant for realism, Alonzo has managed to create an art form that is truly awe-inspiring. For those looking to be inspired or to learn more, be sure to check out Alonzo’s Instagram page.

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Burnt - Russian Carpet: Daily inspiration. Mood board. Architecture, art, design, fashion, photography. #interior #design

Designspiration

Burnt - Russian Carpet: Daily inspiration. Mood board. Architecture, art, design, fashion, photography.

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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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We love the negative space in this new logo

Creative Bloq

But some are calling copycat.

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A Los Angeles Craftsman Comes Alive With Color + Contemporary Details

Design Milk

When Eric, a young art collector and entrepreneur, purchased a Craftsman house in Echo Park he knew immediately that Leah Ring of Another Human was the one to transform it. A full gut renovation was needed to create an open, light-filled layout where he had space to entertain and display his artwork. The process included raising the ceiling, moving walls, refinishing the floors, and doing away with the decorative trim, all leading to the home it is today – alive with lots of color and contempora

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These drunken McDonald's ads are golden

Creative Bloq

I'm glad someone speaks "late night".

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Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Rabbit — Graphic Design

Abduzeedo

Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Rabbit — Graphic Design AoiroStudio 0123—23 The Lunar New Year is a time for celebration and tradition, and what better way to mark the occasion than with a beautiful graphic card design? This year, the Lunar New Year falls under the sign of the Rabbit, and many designers have taken inspiration from this symbol to create stunning designs that capture the spirit of the holiday.

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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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The Keychron Q1 Pro All-Aluminum Keyboard Goes Fully Wireless (Finally)

Design Milk

Mechanical keyboard specialists Keychron design and deliver enthusiast-grade mechanical keyboards outfitted with optimal tactile feedback, clickety-clackety ASMR-soothing sound, and a build quality that shames the majority of plastic-built input peripherals. For typists who like to feel and hear every keystroke, the brand’s catalog of mechanical keyboards offers a very newbie-friendly gateway into the realm of retro-computer peripherals.

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Retro Meets Reality: Mission Pilots and the DropKick Apollo's Space-themed Vintage Illustrations

Abduzeedo

Retro Meets Reality: Mission Pilots and the DropKick Apollo's Space-themed Vintage Illustrations abduzeedo 0123—23 Clint Studio shared a series of illustrations for Mission Pilots and the DropKick Apollo that really caught the attention of many, including me. The illustrations feature a vintage look with a comic-style that is based on the space theme but brings inspiration from volcanoes and chemical elements like carbon.

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The Les Mille et Une Nuits Workplace Collection Turns Matisse 3D

Design Milk

The task of translating a masterful painting into three-dimensional objects is no small feat, as Guillaume Delvigne can likely tell you. Created for Maison Matisse , the French designer reimagined Henri Matisse’s 1950 painting “Les Mille et Une Nuits” into a collection by the same name for today’s workspaces. These are the first office accessories being offered by the brand, and they are functional, versatile, and expressive.

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Mac mini (M2 Pro, 2023) review: small but very, very mighty

Creative Bloq

The new Mac mini gives you unbelievable power, at an even more unbelievable price.

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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.