Creative Boom

APRIL 29, 2022

Instagram has been a beloved tool to creatives everywhere since its launch in 2010. But recent algorithm changes and a push for more video content have left many artists and designers struggling to enjoy the same likes and reach. Included in our list are suggestions and tips from the creative community.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 15, 2023

We asked the Creative Boom community, and we share their best stories here. They may be a small mom-and-pop shop that you personally click with and get a deep sense of fulfilment from helping. Creative director Catherine Casalino tells a similar story. "So UX designer Duncan Buchanan-MacDonald followed a similar path. "I

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 23, 2023

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. They'd rather be doing something more creative and fulfilling, but they don't really know how to go about it. But at 16, I had no idea how to channel my creativity. "But You're not alone.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

The creative community shares its best advice on how to put this time to good use. For creative freelancers, the start of the year is often a quiet time, with few enquiries coming in. But succumbing to worry and anxiety is futile and will only likely drain you of your creative reserves. So how best should you spend your time?

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Creative Boom

APRIL 23, 2023

Creatives from multiple disciplines share their best advice. With economic uncertainty gripping the entire world, not to mention the prospect of AI and new technologies making many jobs potentially redundant, it's a bit of a worrying time for creatives of all stripes. Graphic designer Mike Hindle explains how he goes about it.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

We've rounded up some great advice from professional creatives, based on the benefit of their experience. To help you out, we've gathered tips and advice from creative freelancers who've been kind enough to share their process and – even more helpfully – the actual amounts they charge.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 30, 2023

Los Angeles-based designer Suvani Dave is a recent Savannah College of Art and Design graduate who has already landed work with top clients, including Harvest, Call Of Duty, and Nike. Suvani Dave seemed destined for a creative career. It was also when I realised that design was not just a career choice, but a calling."

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Creative Boom

MAY 3, 2023

There's easy-going creativity behind Daniel Sulzberg's art. One infused with the kind of influences that only come from a childhood spent during a more innocent pre-internet era. We also wanted to discover more of his trade secrets and share his tips for success. How did that shape you as a person and creative?

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 4, 2022

But the good news is that if you're planning to enter a creative profession, you're not alone. In our experience, this community is very supportive, and you'll find lots of help on hand from students, tutors and fellow creatives everywhere. Some people have a clear plan for their creative career from the start, and that's fine.

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Inkbot Design

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

How To Get An Online Graphic Design Degree Graphic design is a fun, creative field that blends art and technology. As a graphic designer, you can use your artistic talents to communicate ideas visually through images, layouts, typography, colours, and more. Why Study Graphic Design Online?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

In this article, we'll look at some ways to do so, based on both our own experience as well as advice from the Creative Boom audience. By themselves, each of these tips might not save you a ton of money but follow all of them, and you may soon find your cash pile mounting up. Improve your cashflow. Get your expenses in.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2022

Going it alone as an illustrator is full of challenges, from creative to administrative. We asked ten successful freelance illustrators to share the benefit of their experience to date, and they all shared valuable tips and insights. Follow these ten tips, and you won't go far wrong. All images courtesy of the artists.

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Inkbot Design

JANUARY 15, 2024

How Much Do Graphic Designers Make? Graphic design is an exciting and creative field that combines art and technology to communicate ideas. Graphic designers use colour, images, fonts, and layouts to create designs for publications, websites, packaging, and more. What is a Graphic Designer?

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Creative Market

OCTOBER 28, 2021

We asked our friends at Newspaper Club to share some of the most inspiring newspapers their customers are using to showcase creative work. From a pattern designer’s portfolio to a playful project from Mailchimp’s design team, the 8 examples below show you how to put your best foot forward in print.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

It takes a hefty chunk of our adult lives to enjoy this revelation when we understand how to own our careers, conquer inner demons and benefit from believing in ourselves. It comes from experience. It can mean many things, from talking about yourself with love to prioritising yourself each day. You're definitely not alone.

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Just Creative

AUGUST 9, 2021

In graphic design, looks are everything. Unlike other freelancers who woo prospects with fancy words and lengthy pitches, in design, your visuals must do all the talking. That’s why you must assemble your graphic design portfolio with utmost care. What is a Graphic Design Portfolio? b) The Problem.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 19, 2021

Today we are featuring Creative Art Director and Digital Illustration Designer Zack Anderson , with his amazing science fiction, video games, cartoons, illustration artwork. He is from Boca Raton, FL, USA. Zack graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a BFA in graphic design in 2010. 6,131 items.

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Graphic Design Junction

FEBRUARY 19, 2022

Today I’m going to feature one of my favorite Art Director and ?G G reat Character Design illustration artist “ Serag Basel ”, with his character design illustrations. He was from Cairo, Egypt. He is a freelance art director, illustrator artist and graphic designer living and working in Saudi Arabia.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 26, 2023

Follow this helpful advice from creatives who've taken the leap and found a desk or some office space this year. Their tips will see you right. In our 2023 Creative Boom readers survey, only 29.2% Plus, there's a whole fresh generation of creatives who've never done so, having graduated in the lockdown era.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 10, 2021

Today we are featuring concept art, graphic designer and illustration artist Pablo Olivera , with his amazing concept art collection. He is a Freelance Digital Artist from Argentina, currently working in Film Production, Concept Art , Digital Sculpting, Matte Painting, key frame illustrations and presentation artwork.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Creatives share their views on the way forward. But while that may be helping them sell more ads, it's leaving creatives somewhat baffled. I've given up on Instagram," complains freelance book cover designer Alex Kirby. "I So what's gone wrong, and how should creatives respond? Image licensed via Adobe Stock. More videos.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 2, 2023

Identity for GlouGlou by &Something The founder of Shrewsbury design studio &Something , Tony Clarkson, opens up about his recent struggles with motivation and offers his advice to others in the same situation. When you enter the creative industry, it can be really tough to find your place, fit in, and earn a consistent living.

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Shillington

AUGUST 20, 2023

One of the best things about graphic design is that it never stands still for a moment. That’s where design blogs come in. These blogs can also be a great source of visual inspiration, helping to spark fresh ideas of your own and stopping you from becoming creatively stale.

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Moo

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Atelier Ohr Font: GT Spectra Fine and OPR Konstrukt Meet Lara Lagner, Designer and founder of Atelier Ohr. Lara’s goal was to create a stunning design that their clients would want to display and cherish. “I I wanted to create a timeless design, a card you want to take in your hand and want to look at closer”, she added.

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Creative Boom

JULY 5, 2022

For Sarah Madden , a graphic designer based in Leeds, she realised she wanted to embrace freelance illustration and design full-time to explore a better lifestyle. Having previously worked for a couple of design studios in Leeds, Sarah worked longer hours when other staff had been put on furlough. It's a relief.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Grind culture' is a familiar term in the creative industries, and it's something that's pushing more of us to switch careers or change how we work forever. One dynamic duo leading the way in Montréal is Ash Phillips and Miro LaFlaga, who runs Six Cinquième , a creative agency that's pushing for change and doing things very differently.

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Shillington

MARCH 1, 2023

Since its introduction in 2016, the social media platform has taken over the world and the graphic design industry is no different. If you search ‘graphic design’ on there, you could be scrolling for days. shillington_ Best for: Design Inspiration and Education Yes!

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 4, 2021

Today we are featuring Creative Digital Illustrator Artist and Graphic Designer “ Alessandro Pautasso “, with his amazing illustration artwork showcase. He is a Art director and Illustrator, his specialty lies in digital art and mixed media. 50 Top Procreate Brushes For Pro Designers. 6,131 items.

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Shillington

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

Are you wondering how you can start learning graphic design? Maybe you’ve been wanting to make a career change to a more creative profession or need to add another skill to your CV—regardless of the reason, the importance is to take the first step. Want to get started building your own design library?

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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 4, 2023

How to Find the Best Graphic Designer for Your Project Searching for a graphic designer can feel overwhelming. We’ll walk you through the process step-by-step to help you find the best graphic designer. By the end, you’ll be ready to take on any design project confidently. Who is the target audience?

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

Today we are featuring remarkable digital illustrator, Art Director and Concept art creater artist “ Adam Spizak ”, with his best concept art illustration work. He is from London, United Kingdom. . He is from London, United Kingdom. . He’ve been a passionate designer and illustrator for around 20 years.

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HONGKIAT

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

LinkedIn isn’t simply a social network for professionals who want to read about updates from industry leaders, nor is it only a place where you can dust up your resume to look for jobs. What can you get from these groups? 35 Popular Forums for Web Designers and Developers. Designers Talk. Web Design.

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Shillington

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

No creative can exist in a vacuum. To help you find all that, quickly and easily, we’ve brought together the best blogs around on art, design and creativity. Mirador is brought to you by Say What Studio , a graphic design duo based in Paris. Dropbox Design. Design Week. Creative Review.

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Noupe

JULY 20, 2022

Visual art designers, such as graphic artists, require more than natural aptitude and skill to produce their work. Graphic designers use simple and advanced graphic design tips and tools to capture the constantly altering patterns and colors they see in their heads. Thinking with Type.

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Inkbot Design

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Graphic Design Salary Guide: Everything You Need to Know Are you a graphic designer wondering how much money you could make in 2024? Or you're considering a career change into graphic design and want to know the earning potential. Let's dive in!

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Creative Market

FEBRUARY 3, 2020

So you’re curious about how to start a graphic design business in 2020? As we enter a new decade, the graphic design industry is filled with more opportunities than ever, thanks to the web. However, that’s not to say that starting your own graphic design business won’t take old-fashioned, hard work.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 22, 2022

How to Become a Graphic Designer. It can be tough to land a graphic design job if you don't know exactly what kind of designer you want to be. Your career as a graphic designer is one of the most exciting careers you can choose. 1 – Understand the Creative Process.

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