We And The Color

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Freelance designers possess a unique skill set that is highly sought after in today’s digital age. With the advent of online platforms and the increasing demand for creative content, there are numerous opportunities for freelance designers to monetize their designs and generate a sustainable income. In this blog post, we’ll explore various avenues for freelance designers to turn their creative endeavors into profitable ventures. 1.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 11, 2023

© Adobe Adobe has long been the friend of creatives. But the rise of generative AI is putting it in a difficult position. This week, Adobe is marking 20 years of its Adobe Max conference, and boy, does it have a lot to celebrate. For any software company to get thousands of people around the world, watching them announce their latest features online is an impressive feat.

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Creative Bloq

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Adobe is pushing ahead with more AI art tools, Rufus Deuchler, Senior Evangelist at Adobe, explains how its protecting artists.

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OCTOBER 23, 2023

Developers and tech enthusiasts often like numbers. That’s why shortcuts called numeronyms, which combine letters and numbers, are popular among them. These shortcuts help make long words easier to type and remember. A common method to create a numeronym is to use the first and last letters of a word and count the letters in between. For instance, the numeronym for “internationalization” is “i18n”.

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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 Bloq

OCTOBER 8, 2023

These AI tools are revolutionising the design process.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Creative brochure templates are used for various needs: Whether it’s for a corporate annual report , a fashion portfolio, or showcasing your personal photography, these professional brochure templates have you covered. With these templates, you can create more than just an annual report; they make it simple to present your business, corporate identity, public relations, or financial company in a modern and clean design.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Located high in Montreal, the terrace's delectable sunsets influenced the entire graphic identity. Sat atop the 44th floor, way up high on the prestigious Place Ville Marie, Monreal, is a new summer terrace, Rose Orange, designed by the A5 group. With heads almost in the clouds, visitors can enjoy the views and indulge in the sunsets on show every evening.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 10, 2023

GREEN GRADS is a UK initiative founded and curated by design journalist, Barbara Chandler, to platform UK graduates who are engaging with environmental issues, such as climate change, the circular economy, and biodiversity. Barbara talks about the work she chooses to feature as “running the gamut from art to engineering” and Roberta Schreyer’s Dreamstones (above) are firmly in the former camp.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Children are being offered nutritious meals at school, but many aren't eating them. Without Studio has come up with an imaginative solution by getting the children themselves involved. In a world with so many unhealthy eating options, a parent can find it a constant battle to persuade their kids to eat properly and get the nutrition they need. This makes school dinners a great opportunity to socialise youngsters into sensible eating habits.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 15, 2023

The popular Swedish illustrator reveals how success carries its own burdens and the need to balance personal and commercial work to protect your mental health. Alva Slog 's work feels both familiar and comforting, yet excitingly original: not a bad trick to pull off. Especially when you've only graduated in 2018 and yet have already made a name for yourself with highly regarded editorial illustrations for the likes of The New York Times, The Guardian and Apple.

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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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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Barcelona-based designer and illustrator Alex Foxley creates work infused with the radical spirit of the 1990s. It's all part of his aim to heal his inner child and bring joy and humour to people around him. Originally from the UK, Alex is a Norwich University of Arts graduate who studied and pursued photography. However, during his second year, he decided to switch focus and dedicate himself to design and illustration.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Taking literal inspiration from its name, Design Bridge and Partners has crafted a fresh identity for The Archer School for Girls in Los Angeles. At its core is The Archer, built on the legendary Artemis – designed to represent each student, aiming for her goals. The work by Design Bridge and Partners marks a significant milestone for the Californian school that prides itself on helping its students discover and pursue their excellence.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2023

London design and publishing legend Radim Malinic has released not one but two new books helping creatives achieve their potential. He chats to us about how he put them together, and why they should be on your Christmas list. London creative director and graphic designer Radim Malinic has a long history in publishing, and we last covered his book Pause, Breathe and Grow: Notes on mindful creative life back in 2020.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 11, 2023

World-renowned animation company Aardman has launched a new series exclusive to YouTube called Adventures of ArachnoFly. We caught up with creator Matt Walker to learn how it was made and what viewers can expect. Aardman has entertained viewers for decades, with its animated characters like Morph and Wallace and Gromit becoming household names. More recently, it has moved from claymation to 3D, with series such as Lloyd of the Flies which follows the adventures of a humble bluebottle called Lloy

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Stuck in the wrong job? Can't see a way forward? We chat to two successful creatives who started out in a different career, and share their best advice for anyone looking to make a change. Not happy in your career? You're not alone. Countless people wake up every morning, less than enthusiastic about the day ahead. They'd rather be doing something more creative and fulfilling, but they don't really know how to go about it.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 11, 2023

Michael Wolff. Photography by Christine Donnier-Valentin The design and branding icon chats to Creative Boom about an extraordinary life and career that have helped define the creative profession and industry we know today. Have you ever felt inadequate in meetings where everyone seems more intelligent and articulate than you? Then you've probably heard this well-worn advice: "Believe in yourself!

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The world of Bath-based illustrator Katie Smith is populated with googly-eyed characters that evoke a comforting sense of nostalgia. We caught up with her to learn more about her colourful and retro style. Katie Smith is an illustrator whose style consists of unique and bold character designs. These fun and cartoon-like drawings allow her to experiment with bright colours, dynamic patterns and random themes.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 31, 2023

The creative industry will change beyond all recognition over the next few years. We explore why students at Arts University Bournemouth will be prepared for all that. Over the next few years, AI will likely change the creative industries beyond all recognition. No one exactly knows how yet because tech is evolving at such a terrifying rate. But in a world where you can already generate a beautiful illustration or a stunning 'photograph' from a simple text prompt, many existing jobs are almost c

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Visual designer and illustrator Kefan Shi creates imagery positively brimming with symbolism and metaphors. We talked to him about where this approach came from and how it helped him to process his identity. Kefan Shi's artistic ambitions can be traced right back to his childhood spent reading comics. Having since sharpened his illustration and visual design skills at art school, he now juggles freelance work with client projects covering everything from packaging design to motion design and ill

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Designer Ferran Feixas has worked with some of the industry's most iconic agencies, from Pentagram to Interbrand, Wolff Olins to Mother Design. In our exclusive interview, he shares his views on the positive influence of social media, how the pandemic broke down barriers, and the need to design sustainably. As journalists, it has to be admitted: one of the failings of our profession is a tendency to focus on the negative.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Samar Maakaroun. Photography by Rick Pushinsky Samar Maakaroun has transitioned from running her own thriving studio to becoming a partner at the iconic design collective Pentagram. In our exclusive interview, she shares the remarkable journey leading her to this career landmark. You spend years working as a designer, rising through the ranks until you reach senior level.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 8, 2023

"I have always loved expressing myself," says Henri Campeã , a queer visual artist, illustrator, 2D animator and art director hailing from the vibrant city of São Paulo, Brazil. "Drawing has always been, and still is my main passion." Growing up, Henri Campeã describes themself as a "flamboyant and extroverted child at times but, at the same time, very introverted".

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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.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 30, 2023

The National Education Nature Park is a scheme to help educate kids about nature. Design agency Out of Place Studio explains how it crafted its visual identity. It's a common complaint among parents and grandparents these days. "Kids never go outside and have fun in the fresh air; they just sit around staring into their phones." Well, that may be true, but is that really surprising?

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2023

How do you keep a festival's old-time associations while making it relevant to a modern audience? Mucho's rebranding of the Stern Grove Festival is a textbook example of how to do it right. "If you're going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair," went the classic 1967 song by Scott McKenzie. But while more than half a century has passed since then, the hippy vibe in California's chillest city remains alive and well.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Joe Boyd 's artistic journey began at a young age. Growing up in the serene landscapes of Cumbria, at just 16, he enrolled in art college in Carlisle. This early exposure to art sowed the seeds of his passion for visual storytelling. However, his move to Leeds in 2013 to study illustration marked a pivotal moment in his career. At university, Joe's interests expanded into the realms of editorial and publishing projects, along with forays into screen-printing and frame-by-frame animation.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 4, 2023

In the outskirts of Stockholm, a Swedish artist named Malin Rosenqvist weaves intricate tales through the medium of illustration. With a background in animation and a passion for storytelling, Malin's work reflects a deep connection to literature, culture and the power of visual narratives – oh, and there's a hefty amount of colour and texture involved, too.

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Speaker: Michele Berdinis

This session will answer business law questions that people are asking most during the pandemic. If my business can’t pay its bills, can my creditors come after my personal assets? Do I have to pay the rent on my co-working space or office? Can my clients cancel signed contracts? Can I cancel contracts for things I no longer need because my business has slowed down?

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Folkestone-based illustrator Ben Gore has paid fitting tribute to the late, great rapper MF Doom in his upcoming cookbook titled Doom's Bistro. Packed with 60 recipes inspired by the masked musician's discography, it includes dozens of fun illustrations. The greatly missed British-American rapper MF Doom has left a huge mark on the world of hip hop thanks to his raps that boast intricate wordplay and his supervillain stage persona.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Wealth management isn't normally the sexiest of topics. But in its rebrand of Talagent Financial, &Walsh has reached into the heart of what makes us human. Often, when a client comes to a design agency looking for brand reinvention, there are certain red lines you cannot cross: a case of working with what you've got. But in the case of Talagent Financial, a cutting-edge wealth technology platform designed for modern advisors, celebrated New York agency &Walsh was given wide scope, and wo

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 10, 2023

It's become a brand we see on our city streets and suburbs, with employees whizzing by on electric bikes to deliver restaurant food to our homes. Today, Deliveroo's in-house creative agency has unveiled a refreshed identity, but it's more of an evolution than an overhaul. The move is part of a drive to ensure competitive edge, distinction, and creative consistency across Deliveroo's ten local markets.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 10, 2023

One of the most striking aspects of Miriam Persand 's practice is her ability to breathe life into anthropomorphised creatures. Her fascination with animals like owls, pigeons, rats and alligators – especially alligators due to our "reptilian anxious brains" – serves as the jumping point for addressing complex emotions. As such, she gives these creatures human-like qualities and draws them driving cars, meditating, sipping soda or hanging out and playing music.

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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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