Creative Review

DECEMBER 14, 2020

It’s been a strange year for cinema. Films like Wonder Woman 1984 and No Time to Die – what should have been 2020’s big blockbusters – have had their promotional campaigns thrown into a bizarre holding pattern; new variations of their key art emerging every now and then to keep audiences warm for those elusive release dates. One example of this perpetual eking-out: Andy Park’s poster for Black Widow was on our 2019 list , but now isn’t due to be released until

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Azure Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Less is more. But, bigger is better. While Mies van der Rohe’s old adage about purity in design remains as true as ever, Italy’s pioneering ceramics industry lends the phrase a refreshing twist: In the world of tile, a new degree of streamlined sophistication is possible thanks to expansive new formats that push the aesthetic and technological envelope.

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Creative Review

DECEMBER 14, 2020

During the eight months since the UK declared the first of its nationwide lockdowns, writers have still written, publishers have still published and book designers have continued to produce an ever-varied range of covers for new titles. Yet there’s no denying that, as with pretty much every job in every sector across the country, the worlds of design and publishing have had to change and adapt accordingly throughout most of 2020.

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Joe McNally

DECEMBER 14, 2020

We are about to say goodbye to a very tough year. Here’s to the arrival of 2021, not a moment too soon. I hope everyone is staying safe and well as the holidays approach. We said goodbye to a lot of people in 2020, all of their passings unspeakably sad. Among those who passed were some well known folks who were universally regarded as treasures.

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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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Creative Review

DECEMBER 14, 2020

In 2020, people turned to photography for support, inspiration and sustenance, as well as to document their experiences of the pandemic and of the many protests that took place. Here, Diane Smyth looks back on a year that will be impossible to forget. The post Trends of 2020: The Year in Photos appeared first on Creative Review.

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Booooooom

DECEMBER 14, 2020

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Design You Trust

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Ben Chen ( previously) is a designer and illustrator from Taiwan. His style is full of pop culture references and twisted, dark humour. Scroll down to see some of his best works! More: More: Flickr. Source.

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The Die Line

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The branding draws its inspiration from elegant perfume bottle designs and their intriguing light refractions.

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Design You Trust

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Ben Chen ( previously ) is a designer and illustrator from Taiwan. His style is full of pop culture references and twisted, dark humour. Scroll down to see some of his best works! More: More: Flickr , Threadless.

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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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crowdspring

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Here are the 7 biggest 2021 packaging design trends that are powerful, relevant, and easily adapted for any business.

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Azure Magazine

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The positive impact that plants have on health and happiness is long proven. But with the dreary months of winter looming (and sweeping orders to stay at home still in effect across much of the world), finding moments to connect with nature can take some creativity. Help stave off the seasonal blues by carving out space for indoor gardens with planters and vases by Ligne Roset, Kroft, BuzziSpace and others. . 1.

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Design Week

DECEMBER 14, 2020

In 2008, a small group of die-hard fans saved the last remaining Polaroid factory, located in the Netherlands, from shutting down. Calling themselves the Impossible Project, the small cadre of instant photography fans became the “brand guardians” of the nine-decades-old Polaroid name. The team focused on producing film to begin with, and it wasn’t until 2017 that Polaroid began making cameras again. “Most people don’t know the current iteration of Polaroid is differ

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Design You Trust

DECEMBER 14, 2020

ABC7 When someone tells you to imagine the perfect winter, the glorious scene of snow-covered hills and gently falling snowflakes likely pops up in your head. After all, the term White Christmas exists for a reason! It’s something we all want to see, especially during the Christmas month. More: Youtube h/t: boredpanda ABC7 But at the same time, many of us are used to the two sides of winter—the.

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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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Design Week

DECEMBER 14, 2020

In 2008, a small group of die-hard fans saved the last remaining Polaroid factory, located in the Netherlands, from shutting down. Calling themselves the Impossible Project, the small cadre of instant photography fans became the “brand guardians” of the nine-decades-old Polaroid name. The team focused on producing film to begin with, and it wasn’t until 2017 that Polaroid began making cameras again. “Most people don’t know the current iteration of Polaroid is differ

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Designs.Ai

DECEMBER 14, 2020

1. Keep it simple and clear, grab attention. A web banner should be free of clutter and one clear message that stands out. Your target audience must be able to understand what your ad is trying to say without thinking too hard. Make your copy simple and make your visual eye-catching. 2. Use simple motion […]. The post 12 Tips for Designing The Perfect Effective Web Banner appeared first on Designs.ai.

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SEGD Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Since 1987, SEGD has recognized the individuals, companies and institutions whose work has significantly advanced the environmental and experiential graphic design fields through its Achievement Awards program. Now it's time to submit your nominations for 2021!

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Purple Rose Graphics

DECEMBER 14, 2020

One of graphic design’s best friends is marketing. The two disciplines work together towards the same goals – getting businesses noticed so they can get more sales and thrive. Market Positioning, sometimes shortened down simply to “positioning or position” is a tenet of marketing theory. As I understand it, the term itself is more of an industry phrase that is catching on.

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Design You Trust

DECEMBER 14, 2020

ABC7. When someone tells you to imagine the perfect winter, the glorious scene of snow-covered hills and gently falling snowflakes likely pops up in your head. After all, the term White Christmas exists for a reason! It’s something we all want to see, especially during the Christmas month. More: Youtube h/t: boredpanda. ABC7. But at the same time, many of us are used to the two sides of winter—the one that we see in the movies, full of fluffy snow and sparkly frost—and the one we get in reality.

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Communication Arts

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Illustrator Kristjana S. Williams takes cues from nature to create layered collage pieces that tell a story.

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Booooooom

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Dan Ferguson. Dan Ferguson’s Website. Dan Ferguson on Instagram.

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The Die Line

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Leune wanted to develop a brand tailored towards consumers that want to appreciate the plant beyond just getting high, with an aesthetic and identity as elevated as those that partake in the kind herb.

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Its Nice That

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Creatives are often on the hunt for an engaged and genuine community. Vincent Schwenk, Document Scotland and Yellowzine tell us how Patreon is the place encompassing all that.

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Creative Review

DECEMBER 14, 2020

From clever responses to Covid to a visually revitalised financial sector and a renewed understanding of heritage, we look back on the last 12 months of branding. The post Trends of 2020: The Year in Branding and logos appeared first on Creative Review.

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Old Brand New

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Sponsored by AllModern The Sophia and Rana makeover continues! With the help of AllModern , I revamped their NYC home (about 600 sq. ft.) to give them a live and work space in which they can feel productive, comfortable, and even a little luxurious. As two hard working educators during a pandemic, it seemed like the perfect time to give their space the facelift they’ve been wanting but haven’t been able to prioritize for years.

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Creative Review

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Government design and messaging is essential during a pandemic, to ease public concerns and communicate vital developments. So how did the UK government's approach to Covid-19 shape up? The post Trends of 2020: The year in government design appeared first on Creative Review.

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