Creative Boom

MAY 6, 2024

We can use that time to work on our skills, start a side project, spend time with loved ones or just chill out. But honestly, how well did that go for you? And so rather than biding our time and enjoying the opportunity to do other things, we start accepting all manner of tedious or badly paid work, despite ourselves.

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Graphic Design Junction

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Creating a blog sounds easy. In the simplest case, you just have to choose a pre-developed template and get started. However, the practice shows that custom blogs have higher chances to win the competition, and for this goal, you have not only to create high-quality content but also to work on the design.

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Creative Boom

JULY 14, 2024

If you've been reading Creative Boom since the start, then get ready to feel old… On July 24, 2024, we will be celebrating our 15th anniversary! So, it seems like a good moment to reflect on our platform's journey, what we stand for, and how we aim to help the creative community. Since then, it's fair to say that a lot has happened.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

We caught up with her to hear about how she made her first 1,000 followers and how a series of failures made her successful. In my teen years, I loved reading fashion blogs like Man Repeller and La Vida de Serendipity, and sometimes I would just draw the looks I saw there," she tells Creative Boom. "It

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

But on discovering the delights of Photoshop and Illustrator one day, she began venturing into the world of graphic design and, later, illustration, picking up impressive roles at various brands such as Macy's and Moroccanoil before going freelance full-time in 2018. How do you balance downtime, or is that an ongoing aim?

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Barcelona-based designer and illustrator Alex Foxley creates work infused with the radical spirit of the 1990s. However, during his second year, he decided to switch focus and dedicate himself to design and illustration. However, during his second year, he decided to switch focus and dedicate himself to design and illustration. "My

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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. Stuck in the wrong job?

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Graphic Design Junction

DECEMBER 4, 2024

When it comes to showcasing your designs, nothing beats the power of high-quality mockups. Whether you’re working on packaging mockups , branding, or product designs, premium product mockups can make your work stand out and elevate its appeal. Using premium mockups allows you to visualize your designs in real-life scenarios.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 2, 2022

A multi-purpose blog magazine WordPress themes , best for 2022 and perfect for online newspaper, news, blog and editorial ventures. Modern minimal style highly Responsive WordPress Themes with advanced header features and unique pre-build blog/magazine website demos. 30 Stylish Modern Fonts For Designers. 6,131 items.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 3, 2021

That’s where a blog can help you. But setting up and writing a blog is only one part of the equation. To succeed in business, you need a blog that turns leads into paying customers and offers something unique to potential clients. Let’s look at that 3-step blogging strategy in this article. It’s blogging with a purpose.

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Design Milk

OCTOBER 21, 2024

Mimi Plange , Ghanaian-American designer, and The Shade Store , window treatment powerhouse, present a unique collection of roller shades and sun shades. Plange dives deep to her roots within her designs. In fact, she hosts a blog dedicated to the pioneers, the rebels that embody this cause.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Love design books? But in his spare time, he's been working on an intriguing project with design writer Jim K Davies. The lovingly produced book features over 90 design stories behind iconic band logos and includes lots of new interviews with designers and musicians from the 1960s to now. Love logos?

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Spoon Graphics

APRIL 4, 2022

It’s that time of year when Spoon Graphics gets a little older, with 2022 marking 15 years of tutorial creating, freebie sharing and article writing on what started as a blog that was attached to my design portfolio website in 2007. I always start these anniversary posts with links to my previous yearly celebrations.

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Graphic Design Junction

JUNE 9, 2022

But how to set up a photography website to get as many orders as possible? How to get started with a photographer promotion? Below are six easy tips to get started with making your photography website better discoverable. After that, it is time to start marketing your photography business. Apply Special Triggers.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock With so much talent out there, how do you get noticed as a freelance illustrator? And working as a freelancer means that you can, to a degree, work when you want, how you want, and where you want. Then, one place to start is to study a wide range of historical and contemporary art styles.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Here's how to overcome the hurdles and thrive. It doesn't matter how talented you are; people aren't going to find out unless you show them. So, how do you find the courage to face your fears, develop resilience, and focus on the positive aspects of sharing your creativity with the world? But there's a problem.

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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. So that's the 'why'.

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Swiss Miss

APRIL 24, 2025

She was a fashion designer, artist, and a true original. As I got older, I really started to appreciate how she didnt care what people thought. I arrived on a Monday night and had an interview lined up the next morning with Matthew Waldmanthe CEO of a small, now defunct design studio. Eight year old Tina. It feels good.

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

Have you ever thought about starting a career in graphic design or has it been a while since you last worked in the field and you want to refresh your skills? Whether you want to learn about graphic design, learn a new language, or even learn how to grow watermelons, chances are there is a resource out there for you to learn how.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 21, 2022

We're all starting to realise how damaging 'fast fashion' is to the planet, not to mention its role in developing countries with lax labour laws. These are one-off pieces, lovingly designed and crafted by independents, so you're certain to stand out from the crowd. McIndoe Design by Maddy McIndoe.

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Designer Daily

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

It already seems to be widely used in all kinds of industries, but some designers and other creative people seem a bit reluctant to use it, as it’s not really a display of their creative skills. In this post, we bring you a set of great AI tools for designers, hoping to help you become more productive in your daily work.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 22, 2023

As the world becomes more visual and technology-driven, the demand for skilled graphic designers continues to grow. Whether you’re just starting your design career or are looking to take your skills to the next level, there are several ways you can become a better graphic designer. Practice, practice, practice.

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Best WordPress Themes are perfect for Creative Portfolio, Corporate Businesses, Blogs and Personal websites. These WP themes are the best choice for you to create a business, creative agency or personal portfolio, photography or a blogging website. 50 Creative Logo Design Inspiration #108. 50 Creative Negative Space Logos.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 7, 2024

Indeed, creatives are still trying to get to grips with whether to leave Instagram and Facebook and join an AI-free alternative such as Cara , following Meta's recent announcement that it will soon start scraping images posted on its platforms. But many are refusing. Should you do so, too? This is a headline I never thought I'd write.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 16, 2022

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. A good web designer is invaluable to businesses both big and small as they can help create a website that will properly present the company to the intended audience. Who Is a Web Designer?

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Graphic Design Junction

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Over 1,500,000+ Fonts, Mockups, Freebies & Design Assets. In a bid to stand out, designers often make the mistake of overloading interfaces with many fonts and colors. Good website design usability increases users’ confidence by reducing navigational mistakes when managing a site’s features. Unlimited Downloads. 6,131 items.

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Graphic Design Junction

AUGUST 23, 2021

Premium WordPress Themes are perfect for Creative Portfolio, Corporate Businesses, Blogs and Personal websites. These WP themes are the best choice for you to create a business, creative agency or personal portfolio, photography or a blogging website. 25 Black T-Shirt Mockups For Your T-Shirt Design. Unlimited Downloads.

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Just Creative

JANUARY 24, 2021

When most people think of the factors that make an excellent blog, great writing is the first thing that comes to mind. But whether you realize it or not, images are also a key determinant of the success of your blog. Why exactly are images so important for your blog? Let’s get started. Photographs. Infographics.

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Designer Daily

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Is it down to your messaging or design? Is it how you engage with your communities? Or is it down to how well you know your audience and can adjust? So, how do you go about designing a brand identity? So, how do you go about designing a brand identity? What makes a good brand?

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Designer Daily

APRIL 4, 2023

To hire or not to hire a graphic designer. Many companies are asking themselves whether ‘do it yourself’ graphic design is best for their business. Creative design calls for in-depth business knowledge, but the budget can be a real obstacle. You may be thinking: is it best to “DIY”, or spend money on a designer?

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Just Creative

JANUARY 5, 2021

So, you have created a new website and now you want to monetize your blog. There are plenty of SEO related articles on the internet that will help you get started. You start working hard – publishing 5-6 quality pieces of content per week, building backlinks and auditing your website. Choosing the Wrong Keywords.

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Designer Daily

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Navigating the balance between boundless creativity and concrete client expectations is pivotal in graphic design. The essence of successful graphic design lies in the harmonious blend of your vision as a designer and the client’s demands. In this dynamic field, keeping your explorations on track is crucial. Who are they?

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Graphic Design Junction

NOVEMBER 20, 2022

Photoshop actions come up with video tutorials that show how to set up action files and how to use them. This action is specially made for photographers, graphic designers & artists. These Photoshop actions are made for designers and photographers who are looking for new amazing effects and lighting. 6,131 items.

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Just Creative

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

With that in mind, we wanted to provide you with a step-by-step guide that will help you either build your brand’s strategy or help you start the process of reinventing yourself. Related: Branding, Identity and Logo Design Explained. Think of it this way, in the late ‘90s, Apple was on the verge of bankruptcy. What is a brand?

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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. This article has been contributed by Evan Fraser.

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Spoon Graphics

APRIL 13, 2020

It’s that time of year when Spoon Graphics gets a little older, with 2020 marking 13 years of tutorial creating, freebie sharing and article writing on what started as a blog that was attached to my portfolio website in 2007. Every April I take some time to reflect on the past 12 months and talk about how things have changed.

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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? Image source: mariamarie.com.

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