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A Collection Of AI Tools For Designers To Become More Productive

Designer Daily

Thanks to ChatGPT and the likes of MidJourney, Artificial Intelligence has been massively trending for almost a year now. It already seems to be widely used in all kinds of industries, but some designers and other creative people seem a bit reluctant to use it, as it’s not really a display of their creative skills. There is a great debate on the future of AI, the potential for abuse, its impact on our work, and the way our entire societies are organized.

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Best Responsive WordPress Themes – 20 Themes

Graphic Design Junction

The responsive WordPress themes are templates designed to adapt and look great on all screen sizes and devices, from large desktop monitors to smartphones. Nowadays having a website is almost a necessity, whether you’re a small business owner, a blogger, or an entrepreneur. With the increasing use of smartphones and tablets for browsing, it’s crucial that your website displays correctly on all screens.

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An Eames of Your Own Aims to Demystify Collecting Design Objects

Design Milk

Ray and Charles Eames have become almost singularly synonymous with a certain style of approachable and playful mid-century design that perseveres in popularity today, in no small part to the various projects and partnerships that have kept their names relevant across generations, occasionally to the chagrin of purists. No surprise, the dynamic duo’s designs have also become immensely sought after amongst collectors and the general public alike.

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"I used to illustrate my invoices to get noticed," says Kit Hinrichs

Creative Bloq

One of the world's leading graphic designers reflects on his 50-year career.

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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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Ovenecká 33: A Prague Apartment Where Art Meets Architecture

Design Milk

Ovenecká 33 is a unique apartment in Prague, Czech Republic, where the design is approached as an art installation, like an immersive experience designed by creative Tereza Porybná and Objektor architekti. Porybná has always been fascinated by the art of connection, whether it’s connecting people or exploring the boundaries between different realms, all while pushing the limits.

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Creative Bloq Awards 2023: our gaming winners are in

Creative Bloq

Our judges have awarded best video game design, art direction, game innovation, UI and more.

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T-Mobile's Odido is the messiest rebrand since X

Creative Bloq

Oh-dear-do.

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A Toronto Home That Epitomizes the Philosophy of Minimalism

Design Milk

Forest Hill Residence is a minimal house located in Toronto, Canada, designed by Burdifilek. The home is carefully tailored to meet the preferences of a textile designer who sought refuge from the vibrant hues that pervade their professional life. The home epitomizes the philosophy of minimalism, with Burdifilek steering the design towards a notable absence of commonly found elements such as baseboards, moldings, and door handles.

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People are roasting the 'new' Facebook logo

Creative Bloq

The changes are somewhat subtle.

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What My Old Design Projects Have Taught Me

SpeckyBoy

What do you see when reviewing your portfolio? Maybe it brings back memories of a challenge you faced or a difficult client. Perhaps you cringe at the sight of a dated look or extinct technology. I hear you. My career has had its share of hits and misses. I’ve felt embarrassed when looking through my old projects. But time brings perspective. Eventually, you start to see things in a different light.

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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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The Ozempic logo has a clever but controversial secret

Creative Bloq

And it's probably a first for modern drug branding.

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40+ Best Free Premiere Pro Templates for 2023

SpeckyBoy

Premiere Pro is a powerful video editing application that professionals and amateurs use to create high-quality video content. One of the many features that make Premiere Pro so universally popular is its ability to import pre-made templates to speed up the video editing process. Premiere Pro templates are pre-designed project files that can be customized to fit the specific needs of your project.

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How to Make Passive Income as a Freelance Graphic Designer

Inkbot Design

How to Make Passive Income as a Freelance Graphic Designer Passive income is a dream for freelance graphic designers. To make money without working constantly? That's financial stability and freedom! But how do they get there? This article reveals the world of passive income and the strategies freelance graphic designers can use. One way to generate passive income is by creating and selling digital products.

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The Ampersand Crowd: A Sartorial Evolution of Typography and Illustration 

Abduzeedo

The Ampersand Crowd: A Sartorial Evolution of Typography and Illustration abduzeedo 0921—23 Amid the bustling streets of New York City in 2020, renowned designer and illustrator, Diego Pinilla Amaya , embarked on a playful typographic escapade. Among the myriad of characters, one has always stood out as the designer's muse: the enchanting Ampersand.

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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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How to Increase Engagement and Lead Conversions

Inkbot Design

How to Increase Engagement and Lead Conversions Capturing and retaining the attention of your target audience is more challenging than ever. With endless content and distraction just a click away, simply getting viewers to your website is no longer enough. You must actively engage and persuade them to take the desired action, whether signing up for your newsletter, requesting a demo, or purchasing.

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RISD Continuing Education Unlocks Your Creative Potential With 7 Online Certificates

Colossal

By RISD CE Residential Interior Design Certificate student Emily Rives RISD Continuing Education is excited to continue its online adult art and design learning. This fall, students from around the world can engage in fully asynchronous courses, which offer opportunities to explore new areas of interest, cultivate their creative potential, or develop new skills.

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The Ultimate Guide to Branding for B2B Brands

Inkbot Design

The Ultimate Guide to Branding for B2B Brands The brand is integral to any business, including B2B (business-to-business) companies. This comprehensive guide to B2B branding will explore why branding is crucial for B2B businesses and the key elements contributing to successful branding strategies. We will also delve into building brand awareness and visibility in the B2B market, measuring the success of branding efforts, and providing case studies of successful branding for B2B.

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Ferryman Font Family by Floodfonts

We And The Color

Ferryman: A Bold Departure from Conventional Fonts Fonts are the building blocks of visual communication, shaping the tone and character of the message they convey. One font family that stands out in the contemporary landscape is Ferryman, a creation by Felix Braden of the renowned foundry Floodfonts. Ferryman reimagines the traditional blackletter script, infusing it with modern legibility and adaptability, making it accessible to a wider audience.

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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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How to Get a Logo Design Online: Ultimate Guide

Inkbot Design

How to Get a Logo Design Online: Ultimate Guide Logo design creates a visual representation that symbolises a brand or business. It is a crucial aspect of branding as it helps convey a company's core values, identity, and personality. In today's digital age, getting a logo design online has become increasingly popular and offers several advantages. The benefits of online logo design are numerous.

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Now & Then: A Reissued Toy Imparts Eames Design Wisdom

Azure Magazine

As the great-granddaughter of Charles and Ray Eames , Jackie Cassel has a deep appreciation for the duo’s playful approach to design. “They considered toys to be just as serious as furniture and architecture,” she says. “They saw them as tools for problem solving, but also as beautiful, interesting objects.” Throughout the 1950s, the pair channeled this philosophy into a series of their own toy designs, many of which Cassel grew up playing with.

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How to Grow Your App Using Digital Marketing

Inkbot Design

How to Grow Your App Using Digital Marketing In 2024, the success of your mobile app hinges on your grasp of digital marketing. Amidst fierce competition for users' attention, standing out can be daunting. But when wielded wisely, it becomes your go-to tool to enhance your app's visibility, foster user engagement , and expand your audience. Digital marketing seems straightforward, but it can be complex at times.

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Color for brand designers working with product teams

UX Collective

Why your brand colors aren’t working in digital spaces. As a brand designer, have you ever handed off your brand guidelines with beautiful colors only to hear from the product team that adjustments need to be made? Sometimes, you might be unaware of the changes until after launch! Let’s break down why this is happening. The problem: accessibility and scale are not considered When a product team receives brand guidelines, it typically only includes a set of primary and secondary colors of varying

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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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What’s the connection between our clothes and our intimate spaces? To Be Adorned investigates

Its Nice That

With photography by Anna-Rose McChesney and design by Billy Paterson, the photobook documents individuals’ most meaningful outfits in the spaces they feel most comfortable.

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Clean Creatives Releases 2023 F-List and Targets PR Firms and Agencies Working With Fossil Fuel Companies

The Die Line

Dieline is a global package design community and showcase of package design inspiration. We cover industry news, sustainable packaging news, design trends, and host our own packaging conferences, package design events, and Dieline packaging design awards.

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Understanding VPN Protocols: How to Safeguard Your Personal Data Online

HONGKIAT

The internet has evolved from a mere repository of information to a complex social and business platform. While this technological advancement has made life easier, it has also compromised our privacy. As you navigate the web, various entities collect your personal data , such as advertisers, marketers, and analytics services, to better understand your preferences.

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Dolcezza Gelato Rolls Out An Exclusive Collaboration Flavor: All Things Cone-sidered

The Die Line

Dieline is a global package design community and showcase of package design inspiration. We cover industry news, sustainable packaging news, design trends, and host our own packaging conferences, package design events, and Dieline packaging design awards.

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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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Elegance in Simplicity: The CCC Branding Revealed

Abduzeedo

Elegance in Simplicity: The CCC Branding Revealed abduzeedo 0921—23 Uniko Studio has unveiled a striking new branding for Controlled Credit Corporation (CCC). Reflecting CCC's steadfast commitment to medical debt recovery, the design is a blend of modern geometry and simplicity, perfectly encapsulating the company's essence. At the very heart of CCC, there's an unwavering dedication to medical debt recovery, and this fiery commitment is mirrored in the company's freshly minted logo.

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Creating a Killer Content Strategy for Your Website’s Success

Inkbot Design

Creating a Killer Content Strategy for Your Website's Success A clearly defined content strategy is essential for establishing website success in the large and crowded digital market. A content strategy serves as a driving force that draws in and engages your target audience and provides the groundwork for creating a solid online presence. It explores the subtleties of knowing your audience, establishing precise goals, search engine optimisation , and simply producing content.

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Spectacular Winning Photos Of The Independent Photographer’s Travel Photography Contest 2023

Design You Trust

Winning Photographer By Stefano Lotumolo – $1000 Goli Dance” – Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast: Goli is a traditional African dance and masquerade of the Baoulé people of the Ivory Coast. Over 24 hours all Baoulé villages play music and the dancers wear four different types of masks, all of which refer to the social and generational structure of the society.

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Meticulous Patterns Bring Harmony to Salma Price-Nell’s Inky Drawings of Trees

Colossal

“Tree of Duality.” All images © Salma Price-Nell, shared with permission Salma Price-Nell gravitates toward patterns, harnessing their aesthetic and metaphorical properties through ink drawings. Currently based in the U.K., the Cape Malay illustrator painstakingly renders wispy willow tendrils, gnarled trunks, and wide, sloping canopies with delicate crosshatching and linework.

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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.