Creative Boom

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Every creative should know about these 25 design studios and learn from their inspiring work. In a world overflowing with creativity and design innovation, there are thousands of outstanding design studios to be inspired by. The studio fuses strategy with design to create dynamic and culturally relevant work.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Alphabet's studio in Manchester The Manchester studio has been making waves since 2016 with its ideas-driven approach and a guiding principle inspired by legendary designer Saul Bass. The new designs looked to simplify and amplify its message "to clearly convey what makes Sova stand out in a saturated market," Mushtaq explains.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

How the festival became a global movement at the intersection of design, art, and technology plus what's next for its milestone year. What started as an online hub for Flash animation lovers quickly became a live event that would eventually become a cornerstone of the global design community.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 29, 2025

Studying graphic design here can really kickstart your career in the industry as this list of influential alumni showcases. Loughborough University's BA (Hons) Graphic Design programme has long had a strong reputation. Loughborough isn't just one of the UK's most prestigious universities.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Local agency People People explain how they went about it. Founded in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, WA, pickleball has quickly become the fastest-growing sport in the USA. The final designs also incorporated influences from the 1980 American sports comedy Caddyshack and Wes Anderson's more recent movies.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 8, 2025

Starbucks is reintroducing its much-loved Refreshers drink to Chinese consumers with a major glow-up, including an innovative bottle design and bold graphic identity crafted by global design agency Marks. The change aims to carve out fresh space in China's fiercely competitive ready-to-drink (RTD) market.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 27, 2024

Creating a powerful brand with a unique visual identity requires more than just logo designs; it’s about building an emotional connection, crafting an impactful message, and visually representing values. But how is this achieved? Through strategic logo designs, which become symbols of the company’s voice, mission, and goals.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

The world of visual design is constantly evolving, and 2025 promises to deliver some of the most exciting transformations yet. With rapid advancements in technology, the rise of artificial intelligence, and a renewed focus on sustainability, design is becoming more dynamic and inclusive. What is Maximalism?

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Creative Boom

APRIL 30, 2025

I loved this job because it let me create something bold and graphic in a really unusual spot. For more on how he scales up an artwork, Oskar has posted a doodle grid explainer on his Instagram account. Growing up obsessed with graffiti, Oskar spent his youth writing on things but later progressed to a degree in graphic design.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

As 2024 wraps up, we’re on the cusp of entering 2025, a year set to see the immense impact of AI across all computing fields, particularly in web and graphic design. With these advancements, the graphic design trends continues to evolve, driven by new technology, cultural shifts, and bold ideas.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Hovey remembers how drawing was just one of those things he could always focus on when he was young, a quality that he recognises now in his own children. While the country watched the crowning of another Great British Bake Off winner, we caught up with the man behind the moreish illustrations on the show.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

That’s exactly what happened when Design Milk visited Roland DG’s headquarters. This powerhouse duo is redefining how we approach surfaces, enabling the creation of elevated textures on artwork, wallcoverings, flooring, and beyond. For interior designers, the opportunities are even more exciting. Yes, even a sink is a surface.

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Designer Daily

APRIL 15, 2025

Graphic design is critically imperative for most successful marketing campaigns. But if your graphic design is flat, uninspired, or otherwise ineffective, it’s not going to carry its weight. How can you tell if your graphic design isnt sufficient to support your campaign? Outdated elements.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 1, 2025

We chat with staff and alumni to find out how it all works in practice. That's why Falmouth University is offering the opportunity to study at home, part-time, enabling designers, artists and storytellers to access world-class creative education in a way that fits around their existing careers and commitments.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 17, 2024

By selecting unique, modern business card templates , you create not only an aesthetically pleasing design but also a strategic marketing piece that speaks volumes about your brand. A well-designed business card offers a tangible representation of your brand and communicates your identity.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Today, graphic design work continues to be a competitive career path, with over 21,000 job openings projected yearly, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics. As digitization and online marketing continue to be essential elements for businesses and brands worldwide, graphic design talent is in demand.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 29, 2024

In a world where creativity knows no bounds, the food industry is increasingly becoming a canvas for artistic expression. Their journeys from design-centric backgrounds to the world of baking demonstrate how interdisciplinary skills can lead to innovation. Bakery Photo: Alison Dunlop A.R.D Bakery Photo: Katherine Rose A.R.D

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 30, 2024

How can branding help to communicate urgency and the dire state of the planet while still inspiring hope and optimism? Among Equals' Nick May explains how to strike the balance. Global environmental action NGO WRAP has a new informative yet striking identity, designed by the London-based studio Among Equals.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

In design, fonts are very important for making great visuals. For graphic designers, the right font can turn a simple project into something amazing. The Power of Fonts in Modern Design Typography is more than just arranging letters; its about evoking emotions and communicating messages effectively. Rombera Free Font 21.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2023

Image courtesy of Shillington Graphic design is a mysterious profession to many, but it's easily explained. We team up with Shillington to provide a jargon-free FAQ covering all aspects of graphic design. To many people, the job title 'graphic designer' is mysterious. What does a graphic designer do?

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 27, 2025

The studio designed some shady graphics that show you can get a tan without the hassle or harm to your skin. However, as society becomes increasingly aware of the dangers of UV exposure, tan lovers are looking for safer ways to get their glow. There's nothing quite like the glorious feeling of a fresh tan.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Mutant Hands – AKA animator and art director James Wignall – burst onto the creative scene back in 2005, one of a new wave of creatives at the vanguard of the noughties motion graphics revolution. James has created a showreel, website and brand identity to reflect how his direction has evolved.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 14, 2025

A strong relationship is mutually collaborative, never dictatorial, where solutions come with strategic rationales, thinking is shared, and curious questions are asked," says Wedge founder and chief design officer Justin Lortie. The Mott's team behind this one deserves a round of applause."

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Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2025

We caught up with Luke Tonge, a Birmingham-based designer and co-founder of the Birmingham Design Festival, to learn more about his journey into the creative industry. Luke Tonge's journey into design was anything but conventional. By the time he reached his A-Levels, it was clear that design was his calling.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2025

We talked to five illustrators and designers who take on private commissions about the pros, the cons, and what it does for their careers. But in today's world, it's something illustrators and designers are increasingly turning to. Molly McCammon They're a good earner and can enhance your creativity. It's not a new idea.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 20, 2025

Like many creatively inclined children, her dream was to become an artist. These skills would later become invaluable when she pivoted to illustration and graphic design. These skills would later become invaluable when she pivoted to illustration and graphic design. I don't think so.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 29, 2022

Big, bold type can be seen everywhere, from billboards to websites, motion design to motion pictures. As you'd expect from its title, Big Type explores graphic design and identity work where the emphasis is on, well, big type. (Or To see how it's done, just check out the work on show within this book.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

Logo badge designs have always been a timeless element in branding. These compact, emblematic designs continue to redefine branding by merging aesthetics with storytelling, offering a visually impactful way for businesses to stand out.

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Creative Boom

MAY 15, 2023

It's been 30 years since Neville Brody last published a monograph, and it's safe to say a hell of a lot's changed in that time – in his career, in the design industry, and in creativity more widely. Following on from 1994's The Graphic Language of Neville Brody: v.2, Following on from 1994's The Graphic Language of Neville Brody: v.2,

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

In the fast-changing world of digital creativity, AI-generated photos are becoming a game-changer for designers, marketers, and content creators. The technology can produce hyper-realistic photos , abstract art, or futuristic designs tailored to your specific needs. What Are AI-Generated Photos? Cyberpunk Warrior Portrait 3.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The thumping electronic soundtrack featuring The Chemical Brothers, The Prodigy and Orbital sat perfectly alongside the cutting-edge visuals and graphic design that threw you into a futuristic world of high-speed racing. Our designs had to work in 'the future we were impatient for' to be credible," says Ian. "We

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Creative Boom

JUNE 25, 2024

Icons and pictograms are so important to our society, yet even designers don't discuss them all that much. In an increasingly visual world, icons and pictograms have become the universal language of design. A new book explores their evolution and impact in our increasingly visual digital world. Iconic' was one such book.

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Typography is evolving rapidly, reshaping how we perceive and interact with digital designs. As we step into 2025, new trends are emerging to enhance user experience (UX) and interface (UI) design. Designers are embracing innovative techniques to ensure functionality meets aesthetic appeal.

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Creative Boom

JULY 10, 2023

Various Formats Mockups can help speed up your graphic design work and give you time to be more creative. In the graphic design world of 2023, it's getting more and more difficult to make your work stand out. Read on to discover the best-kept secrets in mockup design.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 19, 2023

Paper engineer, graphic designer and illustrator Julia Yus recaptures the magic she felt when she first opened a pop-up book in her delightfully colourful and child-like creations. Even everyday objects like a washing machine or a frying pan become charming pop-up wonders in her expert hands. Madrid-based artist Julia Yus does.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 17, 2024

Japanese-style fonts bring a unique blend of tradition and modernity to design projects, making them a popular choice for businesses and creatives alike. Whether you’re working on branding, packaging, or web design, the right Japanese-style font can evoke cultural authenticity, elegance, or contemporary simplicity.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 24, 2025

Indeed, with many creatives falling away from other social platforms, it's arguably becoming more relevant to our profession than ever. To get a sense of how creatives are feeling, the obvious place to pose this question was on LinkedIn itself. But is it really the right platform for creative networking? Let's start with the positives.

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