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Graphic designers work with print more than most other creatives today. There are always new models coming out with fancy new features, but below we look at the best printers for graphic designers in 2020, and guide you through choosing what is right for you. MORE
French artist and illustrator David Vanadia is on a quest to find "meaning" through his minimalist artworks, full of bold graphics and human emotion. My intention is to reach people through a minimalist graphic approach while trying to incorporate a message," David tells Creative Boom. "I I like to use the term of visual metaphor to describe my work, this translates into graphic games that can stage ideas, concepts or even emotions.". MORE
Élise Rigollet is a Paris-based freelance graphic designer working with both studios and clients direct. GRAPHIC DESIGN DESIGN Interview ParisWords Kylie McDowell. MORE
Founded in Japan, XP-Pen started in 2005 developing tablets for graphic designers. Throughout the company’s history, they have maintained a dedication to research, design, production, and the marketing of digital tablets. For everyone else out there, let’s take a closer look at the Best XP-Pen Tablets for Graphic Designers. Before we start though, let’s take a look at the different options that XP-Pen offers graphic designers. MORE
Just because you’re creative and innovative does not mean you can conquer the design industry. Thought these are among the most important ingredients, there’s a lot more to the recipe. MORE
Way back in 2018, which these days can be considered ancient history, we shared with you what we considered to be the best Graphics Tablets for Graphic Design. We decided to do an update and show you our new list of the Best Graphic Design Tablets in 2020 so if you were still on the fence back in 2018, our new list will help give you the information you need to upgrade. These are the best tablets in 2020 for graphic design, drawing, art and illustration. MORE
There’s something absolutely fascinating about the Korean culture. It has taken over the entire world, with Korean pop stars, Korean makeup, Korean fashion, and everything else Korean dominating the scene everywhere you look. MORE
From shockingly vibrant posters to carefully landscaped gardens, Japan is without shortage of design elements. Style in various forms is evident in Japan. MORE
Are you wanting to learn graphic design online with a comprehensive course? Although we’ve shared free & premium graphic design courses in the past, this offer from Coursera has to be one of the most comprehensive graphic design courses available online. In fact, the “ Graphic Design Specialization ” career learning path from Coursera is compromised of 5 courses in one and you can get access with Coursera Plus. MORE
Since its introduction in 2011, the Chromebook has taken a firm place in the laptop market and has offered professionals and graphic designers alike a laptop that is built to handle any of the daily tasks that they need to accomplish. 17 Essential Tools for Designers. Design. MORE
A graphic designer has become an important team member for most organizations. They bring the necessary artistic skills and creative thinking to ensure that businesses are competitive in the tough marketplace. MORE
Famous Graphic Designers of 2019. In today’s online world, it’s difficult to get by without good design! Therefore, the importance of learning design from the very best there is can’t be overstated. For this reason, this post brings you some of the best graphic design artists from 2019. The Top Graphic Designers. The Importance of Graphic Designers. Web Design. Exhibit Design. MORE
If you’re a beginner, chances are you’re looking for some high-impact graphic design tips to help you quickly improve your skills and understand the industry. Perhaps for years, you didn’t fully grasp what a graphic designer does. Designers create brands and experiences, advertisements and publications, physical spaces, digital spaces, animations and an endless list of other things. There’s never been a more exciting time to study graphic design. MORE
While not a household name like some of their competitors, Gaomon continuously crafts incredible tablets for graphic designers and we felt that it was beyond time that we share with you, our loyal readers, what the best Gaomon tablets for graphic designers are. MORE
Graphic design is a challenging job that requires serious hardware and software. In this article, we’ll provide a general buying advice on how to choose the perfect laptop and list some of the best laptops for graphic designers on the market in 2019. Keep in mind that for simple social media graphics you don’t need impressive hardware power and online graphic design tools can run effectively on any computer. 17 Essential Tools for Designers. MORE
Why is graphic design important to businesses? Blog Colour Graphics colourgraphics.com definition of graphic design flyers GD USA GDUSA GDUSA Blog Graphic Design USA Guerilla advertising Guerrilla Advertising Guerrilla Agency printing flyers The Guerrilla Agency why is graphic design importantHere are four reasons. MORE
When we looked at the list of computers for graphic designers we recommended back in 2018 , we knew that as time went on, the technology would get better. With that in mind, we wanted to share our list of the best computers for graphic designers in 2020 so that you can have the best technology for your best year ever. If you’re after a laptop instead, see our best laptops for designers post. 17 Essential Tools for Designers. Best For Graphic Design. MORE
Even if you’re an experienced graphic designer, that doesn’t mean you ever stop learning. Indeed, graphic design should be a process of lifelong education for everyone. Logo Modernism (Design) by Jens Muller. Typographic Systems of Design by Kimberley Elam. MORE
While many of us fully believe that we have good penmanship, the truth is that when it comes to using it in the world of graphic design, we might as well have the penmanship of a doctor. Best Handwritten Fonts for Graphic Design – Overview. MORE
Celebrating and recognising some of the world's best artists, designers and other creative professionals, the A' Design Awards is an opportunity to get noticed in front of millions. In the meantime, you can register for the A' Design Awards online. MORE
Global fashion powerhouse H&M is championing and supporting graphic design graduates in London this week by featuring their bespoke poster designs on the exterior of its new shop on Oxford Street. It collaborated with graduates at Shillington who worked with Shoreditch-based design agency The Midnight Club to design artworks based on the theme, Breakthrough. The resulting posters feature illustrations, type-based designs and so much more. MORE
So, you’ve worked as a graphic designer for several years already, and now you’ve decided to become your own boss. You’re now ready to use your creativity to start a business. It’s an excellent idea. MORE
Design School. Two relatively ordinary words, but once put together take on a distinct meaning – a glorified institute subliminally pushing the notion that the combination of art and academia is the recipe for success. MORE
The festival formerly known as Graphic Design Festival Scotland will now become INTL, after six barnstorming years as GDFS. This is an evolution of the brand, as GDFS now sits within an overarching organisation for the festival to operate within called INTL. MORE
Graphic Design / ?????????? was a monthly Japanese magazine published by Diamond Publishing that explored graphic design and visual culture. As well as designer showcases, reviews and reportage. The post Graphic Design No. Graphic Design History Text MORE
Another creative project, another city, another small sliver of silver lining to the eternal dark cloud of the Covid-19 pandemic. Studio Feixen is based in Lucerne, Switzerland, and decided to cheers up its local area with a very different kind of advertising campaign: one created solely to bring a little colour and joy. MORE
Whether you’re just starting out, or you have been working as a graphic designer for a while, using the right technology to provide your clients with your best work is essential. Graphic designers naturally want the best computer that helps them design efficiently and in many cases, a desktop computer can provide a more powerful processor, more memory and a larger display than working on a laptop. 17 Essential Tools for Designers. MORE
There are many graphic design tools and resources available in the market to guide and enhance your creativity. The designer toolbox naturally is a collection of various elements and out of all those the vector graphics are considered as the most versatile to use. MORE
Just how essential research is in the design process can’t be emphasized enough. MORE
Whether you're an illustrator or graphic designer, chances are you've been asked at some point if you can make your visuals move. Not to mention an interview-ready portfolio, filled with motion design based on real-world briefs. Many of the industry's most successful motion designers started as graphic designers or illustrators, and in this article, we introduce some of their stories. Tom is a freelance motion designer based in Manchester. MORE
It’s also the best place to follow your favourite designers to see what they’ve been working on—and maybe what they’ve eaten for dinner. So, we at Shillington have pulled together a list of our 100 favourite designers to follow on Instagram. Draplin Design Co. MORE
If you missed it on the blog earlier, I created a post called Graphic Design Dictionary to help explain some of the terms that I use in my daily life that may not be common knowledge to everyone. This month I'm switching to another main form of graphic design and explaining some basic print terminology. The standard for print is 300 DPI which will ensure that your design prints clear and crisp. MORE
We thought that if you’re a left-handed graphic designer, you should be able to use tools suited for how you work. That’s why we built a list for the best left-handed mouse for graphic designers. More Top Gear for Designers. Best printers for designers. MORE
If you’ve got a knack for graphic design then I applaud you. Creating visually appealing artwork that is designed to serve a purpose is harder than most people think. But what happens when someone approaches you to design something slightly different? Instead of another website, marketing brochure or poster, let’s say you get asked to design a billboard. The thing is, graphic design is bundled into one set of skills. What Are Large Format Graphics? MORE
As a graphic designer, you might be hired for all kinds of projects from branding, logo design, or even designing a website. However, you might have a client one day that comes to you looking for a design that can be used maybe on a billboard that will overlook the highway or if they’re having an event and want posters created. These tend to be designed for short-form or as we mentioned before, large-format applications such as billboards or posters. MORE
This month I’m starting a new series to help explain some of the common terms that I use everyday as a graphic designer, but that may not be as commonly known to others. I’ve found myself answering questions about these more than a few times, so I thought it might be helpful to start defining some of these terms that I commonly use when talking with clients. This time I’m starting with a few basic terms that anyone with a website or who is planning to have a website should know. MORE
“Graphic Design” / ?????????? was a monthly magazine from Diamond that moved between the flourishing practice of graphic design (commercial art) and more broadly, visual culture (historical and of the present) both nationally in Japan and internationally. MORE
Design School. Two relatively ordinary words, but once put together take on a distinct meaning – a glorified institute subliminally pushing the notion that the combination of art and academia is the recipe for success. MORE
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. It's a fine one at that, featuring an array of articles on the theme of UX, with topics including user research, project management, and design tooling. Design Week. Identity Designed. Shillington Design Blog. Design Taxi. MORE
You may think graphic design is a whole new world but in reality, it’s been around for years. For instance, terms like kerning, bowl, creep, and many more might make no sense to you while talking to a designer, but these are the widely used graphic design terms. . Whether you are new in the field of graphic design or aspiring to level up your knowledge, this post is going to help you out! Edit in Design Wizard. Edit in Design Wizard. MORE
Are you wondering how you can start learning graphic design? Now that you know graphic design is the career you want to pursue or skill you wish to gain in your current role, you’ll need some guidance on the steps to take in order to achieve your goal. . MORE
Inspiration Feed
APRIL 27, 2020
There’s something absolutely fascinating about the Korean culture. It has taken over the entire world, with Korean pop stars, Korean makeup, Korean fashion, and everything else Korean dominating the scene everywhere you look.
BP&O
SEPTEMBER 18, 2020
“Graphic Design” / ?????????? was a monthly magazine from Diamond that moved between the flourishing practice of graphic design (commercial art) and more broadly, visual culture (historical and of the present) both nationally in Japan and internationally.
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Designer Daily
AUGUST 24, 2020
There are many graphic design tools and resources available in the market to guide and enhance your creativity. The designer toolbox naturally is a collection of various elements and out of all those the vector graphics are considered as the most versatile to use.
BP&O
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Graphic Design / ?????????? was a monthly Japanese magazine published by Diamond Publishing that explored graphic design and visual culture. As well as designer showcases, reviews and reportage. The post Graphic Design No. Graphic Design History Text
Creative Boom
OCTOBER 20, 2020
Celebrating and recognising some of the world's best artists, designers and other creative professionals, the A' Design Awards is an opportunity to get noticed in front of millions. In the meantime, you can register for the A' Design Awards online.
Inspiration Feed
DECEMBER 6, 2019
Just because you’re creative and innovative does not mean you can conquer the design industry. Thought these are among the most important ingredients, there’s a lot more to the recipe.
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Just Creative
JUNE 20, 2020
Whether you’re just starting out, or you have been working as a graphic designer for a while, using the right technology to provide your clients with your best work is essential. Graphic designers naturally want the best computer that helps them design efficiently and in many cases, a desktop computer can provide a more powerful processor, more memory and a larger display than working on a laptop. 17 Essential Tools for Designers.
Inspiration Feed
JANUARY 17, 2020
So, you’ve worked as a graphic designer for several years already, and now you’ve decided to become your own boss. You’re now ready to use your creativity to start a business. It’s an excellent idea.
Just Creative
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Are you wanting to learn graphic design online with a comprehensive course? Although we’ve shared free & premium graphic design courses in the past, this offer from Coursera has to be one of the most comprehensive graphic design courses available online. In fact, the “ Graphic Design Specialization ” career learning path from Coursera is compromised of 5 courses in one and you can get access with Coursera Plus.
Just Creative
AUGUST 24, 2020
While not a household name like some of their competitors, Gaomon continuously crafts incredible tablets for graphic designers and we felt that it was beyond time that we share with you, our loyal readers, what the best Gaomon tablets for graphic designers are.
Inspiration Feed
APRIL 5, 2020
Design School. Two relatively ordinary words, but once put together take on a distinct meaning – a glorified institute subliminally pushing the notion that the combination of art and academia is the recipe for success.
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Inspiration Feed
APRIL 5, 2020
Design School. Two relatively ordinary words, but once put together take on a distinct meaning – a glorified institute subliminally pushing the notion that the combination of art and academia is the recipe for success.
Trendland
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Élise Rigollet is a Paris-based freelance graphic designer working with both studios and clients direct. GRAPHIC DESIGN DESIGN Interview ParisWords Kylie McDowell.
Just Creative
JUNE 14, 2020
If you’ve got a knack for graphic design then I applaud you. Creating visually appealing artwork that is designed to serve a purpose is harder than most people think. But what happens when someone approaches you to design something slightly different? Instead of another website, marketing brochure or poster, let’s say you get asked to design a billboard. The thing is, graphic design is bundled into one set of skills. What Are Large Format Graphics?
Just Creative
AUGUST 20, 2020
Since its introduction in 2011, the Chromebook has taken a firm place in the laptop market and has offered professionals and graphic designers alike a laptop that is built to handle any of the daily tasks that they need to accomplish. 17 Essential Tools for Designers. Design.
Just Creative
JULY 23, 2020
While many of us fully believe that we have good penmanship, the truth is that when it comes to using it in the world of graphic design, we might as well have the penmanship of a doctor. Best Handwritten Fonts for Graphic Design – Overview.
Just Creative
AUGUST 6, 2020
We thought that if you’re a left-handed graphic designer, you should be able to use tools suited for how you work. That’s why we built a list for the best left-handed mouse for graphic designers. More Top Gear for Designers. Best printers for designers.
Just Creative
OCTOBER 1, 2019
Graphic design is a challenging job that requires serious hardware and software. In this article, we’ll provide a general buying advice on how to choose the perfect laptop and list some of the best laptops for graphic designers on the market in 2019. Keep in mind that for simple social media graphics you don’t need impressive hardware power and online graphic design tools can run effectively on any computer. 17 Essential Tools for Designers.
Six Leaf Design
JULY 14, 2020
If you missed it on the blog earlier, I created a post called Graphic Design Dictionary to help explain some of the terms that I use in my daily life that may not be common knowledge to everyone. This month I'm switching to another main form of graphic design and explaining some basic print terminology. The standard for print is 300 DPI which will ensure that your design prints clear and crisp.
Creative Boom
JULY 13, 2020
French artist and illustrator David Vanadia is on a quest to find "meaning" through his minimalist artworks, full of bold graphics and human emotion. My intention is to reach people through a minimalist graphic approach while trying to incorporate a message," David tells Creative Boom. "I I like to use the term of visual metaphor to describe my work, this translates into graphic games that can stage ideas, concepts or even emotions.".
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020
The festival formerly known as Graphic Design Festival Scotland will now become INTL, after six barnstorming years as GDFS. This is an evolution of the brand, as GDFS now sits within an overarching organisation for the festival to operate within called INTL.
Just Creative
JULY 18, 2020
Graphic designers work with print more than most other creatives today. There are always new models coming out with fancy new features, but below we look at the best printers for graphic designers in 2020, and guide you through choosing what is right for you.
Inspiration Feed
DECEMBER 24, 2019
Just how essential research is in the design process can’t be emphasized enough.
Design Wizard
APRIL 16, 2019
Famous Graphic Designers of 2019. In today’s online world, it’s difficult to get by without good design! Therefore, the importance of learning design from the very best there is can’t be overstated. For this reason, this post brings you some of the best graphic design artists from 2019. The Top Graphic Designers. The Importance of Graphic Designers. Web Design. Exhibit Design.
Just Creative
JULY 7, 2020
As a graphic designer, you might be hired for all kinds of projects from branding, logo design, or even designing a website. However, you might have a client one day that comes to you looking for a design that can be used maybe on a billboard that will overlook the highway or if they’re having an event and want posters created. These tend to be designed for short-form or as we mentioned before, large-format applications such as billboards or posters.
Design Wizard
JUNE 3, 2020
You may think graphic design is a whole new world but in reality, it’s been around for years. For instance, terms like kerning, bowl, creep, and many more might make no sense to you while talking to a designer, but these are the widely used graphic design terms. . Whether you are new in the field of graphic design or aspiring to level up your knowledge, this post is going to help you out! Edit in Design Wizard. Edit in Design Wizard.
Six Leaf Design
MARCH 17, 2020
This month I’m starting a new series to help explain some of the common terms that I use everyday as a graphic designer, but that may not be as commonly known to others. I’ve found myself answering questions about these more than a few times, so I thought it might be helpful to start defining some of these terms that I commonly use when talking with clients. This time I’m starting with a few basic terms that anyone with a website or who is planning to have a website should know.
Creative Boom
JUNE 24, 2020
Whether you're an illustrator or graphic designer, chances are you've been asked at some point if you can make your visuals move. Not to mention an interview-ready portfolio, filled with motion design based on real-world briefs. Many of the industry's most successful motion designers started as graphic designers or illustrators, and in this article, we introduce some of their stories. Tom is a freelance motion designer based in Manchester.
Graphic Design USA
MARCH 3, 2020
Why is graphic design important to businesses? Blog Colour Graphics colourgraphics.com definition of graphic design flyers GD USA GDUSA GDUSA Blog Graphic Design USA Guerilla advertising Guerrilla Advertising Guerrilla Agency printing flyers The Guerrilla Agency why is graphic design importantHere are four reasons.
Shillington
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
Even if you’re an experienced graphic designer, that doesn’t mean you ever stop learning. Indeed, graphic design should be a process of lifelong education for everyone. Logo Modernism (Design) by Jens Muller. Typographic Systems of Design by Kimberley Elam.
Just Creative
FEBRUARY 16, 2020
Way back in 2018, which these days can be considered ancient history, we shared with you what we considered to be the best Graphics Tablets for Graphic Design. We decided to do an update and show you our new list of the Best Graphic Design Tablets in 2020 so if you were still on the fence back in 2018, our new list will help give you the information you need to upgrade. These are the best tablets in 2020 for graphic design, drawing, art and illustration.
Just Creative
JUNE 29, 2020
Founded in Japan, XP-Pen started in 2005 developing tablets for graphic designers. Throughout the company’s history, they have maintained a dedication to research, design, production, and the marketing of digital tablets. For everyone else out there, let’s take a closer look at the Best XP-Pen Tablets for Graphic Designers. Before we start though, let’s take a look at the different options that XP-Pen offers graphic designers.
Creative Boom
FEBRUARY 16, 2020
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. It's a fine one at that, featuring an array of articles on the theme of UX, with topics including user research, project management, and design tooling. Design Week. Identity Designed. Shillington Design Blog. Design Taxi.
Just Creative
MARCH 3, 2020
When we looked at the list of computers for graphic designers we recommended back in 2018 , we knew that as time went on, the technology would get better. With that in mind, we wanted to share our list of the best computers for graphic designers in 2020 so that you can have the best technology for your best year ever. If you’re after a laptop instead, see our best laptops for designers post. 17 Essential Tools for Designers. Best For Graphic Design.
Creative Boom
JULY 14, 2020
Another creative project, another city, another small sliver of silver lining to the eternal dark cloud of the Covid-19 pandemic. Studio Feixen is based in Lucerne, Switzerland, and decided to cheers up its local area with a very different kind of advertising campaign: one created solely to bring a little colour and joy.
Shillington
MARCH 19, 2020
If you’re a beginner, chances are you’re looking for some high-impact graphic design tips to help you quickly improve your skills and understand the industry. Perhaps for years, you didn’t fully grasp what a graphic designer does. Designers create brands and experiences, advertisements and publications, physical spaces, digital spaces, animations and an endless list of other things. There’s never been a more exciting time to study graphic design.
Shillington
OCTOBER 15, 2020
Are you wondering how you can start learning graphic design? Now that you know graphic design is the career you want to pursue or skill you wish to gain in your current role, you’ll need some guidance on the steps to take in order to achieve your goal. .
Shillington
OCTOBER 5, 2020
It’s also the best place to follow your favourite designers to see what they’ve been working on—and maybe what they’ve eaten for dinner. So, we at Shillington have pulled together a list of our 100 favourite designers to follow on Instagram. Draplin Design Co.
Creative Boom
JUNE 22, 2020
Global fashion powerhouse H&M is championing and supporting graphic design graduates in London this week by featuring their bespoke poster designs on the exterior of its new shop on Oxford Street. It collaborated with graduates at Shillington who worked with Shoreditch-based design agency The Midnight Club to design artworks based on the theme, Breakthrough. The resulting posters feature illustrations, type-based designs and so much more.
Inspiration Feed
OCTOBER 22, 2019
A graphic designer has become an important team member for most organizations. They bring the necessary artistic skills and creative thinking to ensure that businesses are competitive in the tough marketplace.
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