Creative Boom

MAY 11, 2023

How's the economic downturn treating you? Specifically, marketing yourself and your personal brand. It means recognising your unique qualities, explaining this clearly, and amplifying them in the eyes of the right people. Yes, we know, this probably isn't your favourite part of the job. So how do you get there?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Have you noticed how different social media feels at the moment? It's been well documented how most major social channels have recently downgraded traditional posts in favour of the Stories format pioneered by Instagram and short-form, portrait videos reminiscent of TikTok's. So, how widespread are these experiences? Only 39.5%

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Fiasco Design ensured that each theatre could retain its own unique identity while communicating the unified message of the wider group. Bristol-based agency Fiasco Design has partnered with leading West End theatre group Nederlander Theatre to spotlight their own story through a new brand and website.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

Retro-futurism reflects a playful yet sophisticated look, making it popular across branding, website design, and digital art. For example, check out this retro-futuristic website (a hypothetical example) that captures the essence of ’80s synthwave aesthetics combined with modern interactive elements.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 17, 2023

He chats to us about how he put them together, and why they should be on your Christmas list. We chatted to Radim to learn what the books have to offer, how he went about creating them, and why people should buy them. What they're about First, though, let's establish what we're talking about.

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Creative Boom

JULY 21, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Build a loyal audience and showcase your work effectively with these essential tips for starting a newsletter in 2024 Let's face it: Reaching and engaging your audience has become more difficult than ever in the 2020s. One of the most effective ways is to start your own newsletter.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 17, 2023

Do you find yourself constantly admiring how billboards, magazines, and websites look and feel? With the right guidance and knowledge, you can turn your passion for creativity into a rewarding and well-paid profession. We've collaborated with Shillington to answer your most burning questions about graphic design.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 21, 2022

But how, exactly, do you become a professional graphic designer from home? People who don't work in graphic design often think it's just about knowing how to use particular software – you'll hear throwaway comments like, "Sharon can do the brochure, she knows Photoshop.". Image licensed via Adobe Stock. Study the fundamentals.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 10, 2024

Buru, photography courtesy of Buru Co-founder and creative director Ky Allport discusses the art of finding your discovery muscle, bringing the inside out, and committing to authenticity. Your visual brand world with a conceptual mark or custom wordmark. At Outline, we're really proud not to have a house style," stresses Ky.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 12, 2023

On the other, building them usually involves a lot of noise and disruption, makes it difficult to get around, and seemingly goes on forever. On the other, building them usually involves a lot of noise and disruption, makes it difficult to get around, and seemingly goes on forever. Branding plays a big part in this, of course.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

But is going back to your steady job making you excited and motivated? It's time to take your passion for creativity and kickstart your freelance venture. It's time to take your passion for creativity and kickstart your freelance venture. GIMP If you have no money at all, then GIMP is your best bet.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 16, 2022

In the digital age, every company and organization has its own website. According to research , 42% of respondents said they would leave a website that has poor functionality. This not only proves the necessity of having a website but also of having a well-designed website. This is where web designers come in.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 26, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock There are many ways to get your first freelance gig. We speak to a range of creatives to find out how they did it and gather their best advice. Embarking on a freelance career is an exhilarating journey filled with boundless opportunities and the freedom to shape your professional destiny.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 23, 2023

But how do you actually do it? So how can you survive the next few years as a creative freelancer? It simply means leaning into your value and effectively communicating what makes you unique, what differentiates you from your competition, and how you can prove to clients in a crowded field that you're the best option above anyone else.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Use Typography to Build Identity Typography-based logos, where the brand name itself becomes the logo, are incredibly effective for startups. Typography can carry a logo on its own or complement a minimalist icon, reinforcing the brand’s personality.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 5, 2021

So, you have created a new website and now you want to monetize your blog. But to make money from your website, you need web traffic – and the key to generating traffic is successful search engine optimisation (SEO). This happens to plenty of us when we first start our website. Choosing the Wrong Keywords.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 10, 2023

You've most probably heard of Wolff Olins , but if you're on the younger side, you might not realise just how influential they are. Of course, they put as much work into their own branding as that of others. Put simply, they're pretty much the OGs of modern branding design. And we'd argue that's all to the good.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Boost your knowledge and gain ideas and inspiration from these brilliant creative courses, all taught by professionals passionate about sharing their life experiences. As a creative, you love your work. In fact, in a fast-changing world, you should always be learning throughout your career. Image liicensed via Adobe Stock.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

How AI-Powered Generative Design Works The Impact on Visual Design Applications of AI-Powered Generative Design The Future of AI in Design Challenges and Ethical Considerations Why AI-Powered Generative Design is One of the Top Visual Trends for 2025 Trend 3: Biophilic Design and Nature-Inspired Aesthetics What is Biophilic Design?

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Creative Boom

JUNE 1, 2023

Design studio Pentagram and web development team Counterpoint have worked with Moog Music to turn its legendary analogue synthesizer - the Minimoog Model D - into a virtual experience you can play in your browser. If you're a fan of electronic music, get ready to sink hours into possibly the best website you'll come across all year.

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Creative Boom

MAY 24, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock By automating dull, repetitive tasks, generative AI can help you finish work faster and free up your time to be more creative. We explain how to go about it in the right way. How great is that? But how do you actually go about it? How can generative AI help?

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Creative Boom

JULY 14, 2024

We share the community's best advice on how to not just survive but thrive over the next decade and a half. It's a great opportunity to reflect on how much has changed for creatives since we launched in 2007. So, how should creatives respond? This month, Creative Boom is celebrating our 15th anniversary. By being creative.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

It doesn't matter how talented you are in your chosen creative discipline; that's only half of the work of being a successful freelancer. Ask yourself: how many hours a week could you save if you started using better tools? And then think about how much extra money you could make. We never raised money," they say.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 11, 2023

Paul Bailey and Mike Sullivan explain how and why they're archiving the work of some of our most-missed graphic design agencies. Here at Creative Boom, we aim to bring you the latest and freshest designs on a daily basis to give you inspiration for your own projects. None of them had heard of Attik.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 1, 2023

Design Army's chief creative officer and co-founder, Pum Lefebure, explains how they created an attention-grabbing advertising campaign that targets art-loving apartment hunters. When it comes to finding somewhere to live, there's always a lot to consider. And stand out Gallery 64 has.

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Creative Boom

JULY 12, 2022

As more of us get back to live events, in-person markets are returning as another brilliant place to meet people and showcase and sell your work. Together, they will no doubt help you think about how to choose an event to participate in, how to set up your stall and what to take with you (snacks feature predominantly).

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Creative Boom

APRIL 9, 2024

We explain how it all works and how you can get started today. Did you actually save it to your desktop? Your phone? Your Instagram bookmarks? Your Instagram bookmarks? Your personal treasure trove online Of course, it's not just images you want to save for inspiration. Let's cut to the chase.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

You've poured your heart and soul into a graphic design project. You sit back nervously, hoping for universal praise for your hard work. Yes, it hurts when your work is criticised. How to give criticism But here lies the rub. We canvass opinions from up and down the design industry. Now, finally, it's out in the world.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Feeling grim about your prospects? We help lift your mood by sharing positive stories from creatives about the moments that make life worth living. Seeing your work in the wild When everything seems a little hopeless, there are always things to look forward to. On a bit of a downer?

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 14, 2022

Each one serves as a modest building block to produce larger, more intricate components. Visit their website to test it out for yourself! It is a fantastic software program that allows you to create your own icons and logos. Icons are used to define objects and events on a website.

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Creative Boom

MAY 2, 2022

A website is the beating heart of any business. Get the design wrong, though, and it can spell real trouble for your clients. To get some insights into how to do it right, we approached Matt Konarzewski of Vision Marketing. And that means you're more likely to end up with a website both you and your client are proud of.

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Just Creative

MARCH 22, 2020

Luckily, the internet provides us with an opportunity we have never had before – starting and operating a business all from our own homes. You don’t necessarily need an MBA or a million dollars in start-up funding, or even experience starting your own company. There are plenty of creative ways to make money online.

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Creative Boom

MAY 2, 2022

One of the things we enjoy most is visiting people in their studios, seeing where and how they work. What might surprise you is how often these spaces share similar decor, as though without them, they simply couldn't call themselves graphic designers. Sure, everyone's space looks different and has its own character.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Long days, head down, hard at work – they don't necessarily have you craving office life, maybe just a chat with a few like-minded individuals who aren't your dog, cat or other half. Freelancing can be a lonely gig, however much you love it. It was even better than we thought. It was something I realised that I absolutely loved doing.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 11, 2021

When talking about WordPress, it is renowned in the world of website development. Many large and small businesses are now adopting WordPress CMS for their website development. Let’s navigate the reasons why WordPress should be adopted by your firm? If you are into some business, the website is an ultimate need.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 9, 2022

Having a well-developed, creative, engaging, and conversion-driving website is a must for any photographer to advertise their services online. But how to set up a photography website to get as many orders as possible? How to get started with a photographer promotion? First of all, you have to create a photography website.

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Graphic Design Junction

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Themes are best for many corporate websites such as financial service, consulting business, advisor, accountant, professional services, law firm, investment, mentors, and more. Using the theme’s features, you can quickly create an eye-catching, user-friendly corporate business website for visitors.

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