Creative Boom

JUNE 18, 2025

The way Patricia Shea has combined her textile design skills with print-on-demand services is simply mesmerising, offering plenty of inspiration for aspiring illustrators and designers. Patricia Shea doesn't like being pigeonholed, but as a pattern designer, her hand-painted creations within that field are rich and varied.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 19, 2025

For millions, it's become a go-to for creative inspiration, helping with everything from planning a wedding to redesigning a home. The design profession, too, has embraced Pinterest with open arms. Studios and freelancers across the world have it bookmarked for graphic design inspiration and visual exploration.

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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

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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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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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

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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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 3, 2024

Creative director Rob Duncan explains how a new visual identity crafted by Mucho has helped that effort. We led strategic and creative workshops with the C-level executives and their teams to really understand how to position Gobi." Gobi is well-known in its native Morocco but needed an extra push to expand its global presence.

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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

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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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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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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Creative Bloq

JULY 23, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Here’s how it works. Why not try a subscription?

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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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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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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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Creative Boom

JUNE 24, 2025

From band rehearsals to brand strategy, principal designer Louiza Cookson-Rabouhi reflects on her creative journey so far and on why empathy, intuition, and curiosity continue to shape her work at Magnetic. For Louiza Cookson-Rabouhi, design was never a career she simply fell into. It was something instinctive that she grew into. "I

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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 Bloq

JULY 18, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Here’s how it works. Why not try a subscription?

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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

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

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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Creative Boom

JUNE 1, 2025

Senior designer Rose O'Mahony, who's been at Springetts Brand Design for 11 years, exemplifies this shift. "I I used to success meant being a design director in a big agency in London; my ambition after university," she explains. However, I decided not to become a design director by choice.

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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

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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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

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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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 Bloq

JULY 15, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Here’s how it works. Why not try a subscription?

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Textures Digital Art Patterns 212

Creative Boom

JUNE 15, 2025

Read on to find out how to get involved. As an alternative, we launched our own community, The Studio , in early 2025—and it's rapidly becoming the antidote to creative isolation that so many of us desperately needed. Feeling alone and isolated as a freelancer? So, we thought: enough!

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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

JUNE 22, 2025

Why creatives are leaving cities Liam Jackson , a graphic designer who spent 18 years in London before returning to his hometown of Southport, captures this sentiment perfectly. Should I stay or should I go? When did you last look at your rent and feel positive about what you're getting for your money? He needn't have worried, though.

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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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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

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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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Transform your designs with these must-have Illustrator brushes. Whether youre creating intricate vector illustrations, vibrant digital art, or professional designs, having the right tools in your creative arsenal makes all the difference. Lets explore how these brushes can elevate your designs.

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