Creative Boom
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock Criticism stings, but would the profession be worse off without it? We canvass opinions from up and down the design industry. You've poured your heart and soul into a graphic design project. Now, finally, it's out in the world. You sit back nervously, hoping for universal praise for your hard work. But instead, you get a steady drip-drip of criticism.
UX Collective
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Amid downsizing, designers must blend business thinking and embrace a “UX foxhog” approach to stay relevant Continue reading on UX Collective »
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We And The Color
DECEMBER 28, 2023
A brand’s logo often takes center stage in branding, where aesthetics and recognition reign supreme. It’s the visual emblem that encapsulates the brand’s essence, the symbol that instantly identifies it within a sea of competitors. But amidst the clamor for attention, it’s easy for logos to become cluttered, overdesigned, and ultimately, ineffective.
Creative Boom
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Hamish Smyth discusses the making of the book Classified: Local Ads from America's Small Towns and why it's a must-read for designers in 2023. If you haven't heard of Standards Manual , the Brooklyn-based, independent publishing imprint founded by designers Jesse Reed and Hamish Smyth in 2014, it's about time you did. They've developed a strong reputation in the creative world for archiving, preserving and publishing design history collections, such as artefacts related to the New York Subway, a
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
UX Collective
DECEMBER 19, 2023
How to deal with being a UX team of one or working with vague stakeholders Continue reading on UX Collective »
Spoon Graphics
DECEMBER 19, 2023
2023 is coming to an end, so let’s take a look back at my tutorial videos from the past year and see which topics proved to be the most popular. My Neon effect Photoshop tutorial from a couple of years ago has continued to dominate as my top piece of content, gaining another 500,000 views to increase its total view count to 2.6 million views since it was published.
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I Love Typography
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Read the book, Typographic Firsts It’s that time of year again. Join us as we look back at some of our favorite new fonts released on ILT in 2023. The post ILT’s Favorite Fonts of 2023 appeared first on I Love Typography.
BP&O
DECEMBER 21, 2023
Youth hostels aren’t exactly associated with luxury – nor great branding. For the most part, they’re deemed the cheap and cheerful option; a trip where home comforts are sacrificed for socially minded living, affordability, and a more adventurous sensibility than the average Travelodge. They’re the sorts of places where creaky bunk beds, shower queues, pillows so thin they’re barely more The post Pilo by 5.5 appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.
Creative Boom
DECEMBER 17, 2023
Today sees the launch of a refreshed identity for Creative Boom. The new look across our magazine, podcast and newsletter reflects our growing status and ambitions as we celebrate almost 15 years of supporting the creative industries. It's been a whole year since we began chatting about Creative Boom and where it's heading. I sat down with our strategy, advertising, design and development teams in November 2022 and said, hey, we need a refresh, an evolution.
Booooooom
DECEMBER 19, 2023
It's that time of year again! We've gone through each and every photography feature we published this year to pull together our favourite images for our annual roundup: A Year in Photos. This year's collection features 75 photos by 75 photographers and represents a cross-section of our discoveries from the last twelve months.
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Spoon Graphics
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Access All Areas members have a huge collection of PNG photo film graphics to download this week, courtesy of Sickboat. These scanned images of real 35mm and 120mm analogue film allow you to achieve authentic looking film effects in your graphic design and video projects. Simply drag and drop to add layers of borders, overlays and textures and create a unique appearance every time.
Designer Daily
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Graphic design professionals often face a lot of challenges that can hinder their creative process. One modern solution to these obstacles is the use of face swap tools. These tools not only offer a quick fix for common issues but also enhance the overall design quality. In this article, you will learn about 3 major graphic design challenges and how face swap tools can be a game-changer in overcoming them.
I Love Typography
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Read the book, Typographic Firsts Steven Heller takes a closer look at Juan Luis Blanco’s new font family, Basati. The post Steven Heller’s Font of the Month: Basati appeared first on I Love Typography.
Design Milk
DECEMBER 13, 2023
“Just as the history of the world is filled with misery and suffering and war and disease, the history of printing and book design is mostly filled with garbage,” says Michael Russem , book artist and Visiting Curator of Graphic Design at the Katherine Small Gallery, near Boston, which is currently showcasing the iconic work of designer Janet Halverson.
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Creative Boom
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Branding needn't be about conveying a sense of innate perfection. People prefer flawed reality to corporate blandness, and here's a great example of how to design for that level of authenticity. Bettr isn't just any old coffee brand. Founded in 2011 and based in Singapore, it's Southeast Asia's first certified B Corporation and is committed to bettering our planet through providing holistic vocational programs to educate and empower marginalised communities.
BP&O
DECEMBER 14, 2023
It’s all well and good for a design agency to make some wild, boundary-pushing, all-singing all-dancing work for things like Gen Z healthcare products; or ‘top shelf’ spirits; or craft beer. But most client projects aren’t going to be the sort of thing that merits bright orange and typography that dances around the boundaries of legibility. And arguably, it’s those The post Hometree by How&How appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.
Spoon Graphics
DECEMBER 11, 2023
The new AI powered Generative Fill has quickly become my most used tool in Adobe Photoshop to quickly change the background of my photos. Take this one for example, it’s a boring iPhone photo of my truck after a recent flurry of snow, but with a quick AI background swap it’s suddenly teleported from an empty car park to a picturesque lake with snow capped mountains.
Creative Bloq
DECEMBER 16, 2023
Expect new features and a more intuitive user experience.
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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.
Booooooom
DECEMBER 27, 2023
A playful series reflecting on themes of childhood and human fragility by photographer Emmaline Zanelli.
Design Milk
DECEMBER 22, 2023
DIORAMA – a series of three freestanding mixed media sculptures by artisans Amy Cushing and Lara Sparey – distills a variety of multidimensional scenes into an amalgam of colored glass and black metal artifacts to offer respite from the din of existence. This collaboration between the unique graphic stylings of public artists Cushing, maker of bespoke colored glass, and Sparey, a metalwork artist, is born from friendship, a deep appreciation for the other’s specialty, and a fusion of robus
Creative Boom
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Eastbourne-based illustrator Beth Tibbles specialises in creating colourful illustrations brimming with joy and humour. We caught up with her to learn more about her journey so far, how she looped back into illustration, and what it's like to go freelance. For Beth Tibbles, drawing has been a life-long passion. Having been scribbling away ever since she can remember, she went on to study illustration at college before completing a degree at the University of Westminster.
Graphic Design Junction
DECEMBER 29, 2023
As we step into the promising canvas of 2024, designers around the world eagerly anticipate the trends that will shape their creative endeavors. Fonts play a pivotal role in design, setting the tone and personality of a project. To kickstart the new year on a creative note, we present a comprehensive list of the best fonts for 2024. This diverse compilation aims to inspire designers, fuel their creativity, and help them stay ahead of the curve.
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.
BP&O
DECEMBER 7, 2023
Wholesome is a new breed of supermarket that doesn’t fill a gap in a market so much as it positions itself at a nexus of multiple intersecting demands. The pursuit of ethical grocery and household shopping has, for decades, been both deeply commendable and exasperatingly time-consuming, expensive and convoluted. One supermarket will stock Fairtrade products but have a scant gluten-free The post Wholesome by Universal Favourite appeared first on BP&O - Branding, Packaging and Opinion.
Creative Bloq
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Creatives react as the controversial merger is called off.
Booooooom
DECEMBER 11, 2023
Photographer Erinn Springer explores her midwestern roots in her series, “Dormant Season.
Design Milk
DECEMBER 25, 2023
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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?
Creative Boom
DECEMBER 19, 2023
A typeface inspired by the waggle dance of a bee and illustrations that help visualise the location and seasons behind each product – OMSE ends the year on a high with its new identity for a British honey brand that aims to "free the bee". Did you know that honey is the world's third most faked food product? No, we didn't either. That's where Black Bee Honey does things differently.
Graphic Design Junction
DECEMBER 27, 2023
In the ever-evolving landscape of startups and businesses, where first impressions are everything, a creative logo design serves as the cornerstone of a brand’s visual identity. Beyond being a mere graphic element, a well-designed logo is a powerful tool that can make a significant impact on the success and growth of a company. This article explores the multifaceted ways in which creative logo design influences startups and businesses, leaving a lasting imprint on their journey to success.
HONGKIAT
DECEMBER 27, 2023
Freelancing has witnessed a significant upswing, with an increasing number of professionals choosing it for its autonomy and flexibility. By 2023, freelancers are expected to represent a substantial segment of the global workforce, making impactful contributions across various sectors. Globally, an estimated 1.2 billion freelancers account for more than 34% of the worldwide workforce.
Creative Bloq
DECEMBER 13, 2023
It's digging a hole with this one.
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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