Creative Boom

APRIL 29, 2022

Before we get started, we understand that many of you embrace reels and making videos and still enjoy some success on Instagram. Yes, you could pay to reach your audience through social ads, but can any of us afford to in an age of uncertainty and rising costs? Look at the website you own and turn it into a powerful SEO machine.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 20, 2025

But to understand her creative voice, you need to start by looking at her roots. Credit: Estudio Gagarin Whether she's working with The New York Times, teaching workshops on creative voice, or crafting guides for cinnamon farmers, Roco Ego's career is a celebration of curiosity, culture, and the endless power of images to connect us all.

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Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Using the latest free fonts and fresh typography styles can instantly improve your work and keep your designs looking modern and creative. One of the best ways to breathe new life into your projects is by experimenting with the new free fonts. If you are a graphic designer, staying updated with trends is key to staying ahead.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 11, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Creatives share their top tips for building a personal brand, allowing you to unleash your unique creative vision, connect with your tribe, and attract your dream clients. It's much easier to sing other people's praises than that of your own. So, how should you go about it?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock As the year starts to get into its stride, get a jolt of inspiration and fresh ideas to drive your business forward. These great books will soon have your motivation returning and your mind racing! Finally, the days are getting longer, and winter is coming to an end.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Do you feel like work is taking over your life? These books can explain how to approach everything differently and achieve all your goals while still having time to rest and relax. This week is National Work Life Week 2024, and the perfect opportunity to reflect on how we manage our time, creativity, and mental health.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 24, 2025

Focusing on the theme of Visibility & Representation theme, we spoke with Emily Jeffrey-Barrett, founder and creative director at Among Equals, about the subtle dynamics that silence women, the power of community, and why real disruption starts with who gets to lead. How do you approach self-promotion and making your work visible?

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Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2022

Perhaps the biggest challenge of being a freelance illustrator, at least at the start, is getting enough work. That can lead to sleepless nights, missed deadlines and ultimately a bad reputation, so it's important to strike the right balance between keeping busy and overextending yourself. So the more advice you can get, the better.

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Creative Boom

JULY 27, 2022

We bring some top tips to help your business through the inevitable slump. It's easy to panic when you've just finished your last project and haven't got anything else in the pipeline. These slower times offer an excellent opportunity to work on your business, marketing and brand. Celebrate your independence.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 17, 2024

As you enter this new chapter brimming with enthusiasm and aspirations, you may grapple with uncertainties and questions your education hasn't properly prepared you for. Don't play down your university projects Your portfolio is your calling card in the creative world and should reflect your skills, creativity and passion.

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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. So it's vital to ensure your designs are presented in the best possible light, not only on your site but also across the web.

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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

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

But if you're at the start of your creative career, you can avoid all that! Yes, we're here to reveal the best advice from seasoned creatives based on their own experience. And employers will try to start you on the lowest possible salary that minimum wage legislation allows. I always accepted what I was offered.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Want to make cash from your personal work? These fun gatherings offer the perfect opportunity to showcase your work, connect with potential customers, and build your brand. But getting started can be, well, quite terrifying. That way, people can purchase your work whatever their budget."

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 6, 2024

So it's more important than ever to carve out your unique voice as a creative. Follow our tips to learn how. Nowadays, offering something distinctive and different to your rivals isn't just an optional strategy—it's a necessity. How to find your voice So, where do you start? But think about it.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

The creative community shares its best advice on how to put this time to good use. For creative freelancers, the start of the year is often a quiet time, with few enquiries coming in. But succumbing to worry and anxiety is futile and will only likely drain you of your creative reserves. So how best should you spend your time?

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 7, 2024

Tips for getting your graphic design project featured (one being, send us lots of visual assets/mockups) Mockup via Art Directed Want to see your graphic design work featured in this online magazine? Here's how to do it and some tips for standing out from the crowd. So it's crucial to make yours stand out.

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 14, 2025

This article features over 50 box packaging mockups, available in both free and premium options for your presentations. Whether you’re working on branding projects or showcasing your design skills, having high-quality mockups can make all the difference. Explore these collections to find the perfect match for your creative needs.

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Creative Boom

JULY 21, 2022

If you're at the start of your career, though, you'll have a lot in common with us in the early days, when we weren't quite yet steady on our feet and were still working out what we wanted to do and how to achieve it. They will respect your honesty. As well as honesty, clients will appreciate your patience.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Putting together samples of your work for art directors, editors, and others might sound straightforward, but many illustrators find it anything but. We share some tips from the Creative Boom community on presenting your illustrations in the best possible light.

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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

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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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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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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Creative Boom

MAY 6, 2024

We share practical tips from the creative community to help you make the most of your downtime. We can use that time to work on our skills, start a side project, spend time with loved ones or just chill out. We can use that time to work on our skills, start a side project, spend time with loved ones or just chill out.

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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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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

She's indeed working on her own terms, reaching that desirable level of fame that every illustrator dreams of and supporting huge clients, including Apple, Facebook, TikTok, Adobe and Amazon Prime. Things really started to pick up once I decided to leave my 9-5 and pursue being an artist full-time. TikTok mural © Jade Purple Brown.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 14, 2022

So every year, 99designs by Vista surveys more than 10,000 designers in 144 countries to get their perspective on how the profession is evolving. After all, where your personal income heads in the coming year lies primarily in your hands. In the midst of global turmoil, massive changes are afoot in the world of freelancing.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Image licensed via Shutterstock A commitment to lifelong learning will give you a sense of personal fulfilment and future-proof your career against AI. Read on to discover how to achieve this practice. You constantly need to think about expanding your skill set, creative knowledge, and horizons. Do so when you're in the mood.

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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. Struggling to find your distinct style? Struggling to find your distinct style?

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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 13, 2023

It doesn't matter how young or old you are; September is a season of transformation that very much puts us in the mood to learn new things. As kids go back to school and first-year uni students gather in unfeasibly large groups around town, it reminds us how much fun learning can be when it's done on our own terms.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 24, 2022

As such, it's bursting with insider career tips, honest business advice and incredible stories, offering warmth, wisdom and inspiration to help you in your creative journey. It's something that turns your iPad into a professional drawing tablet by mirroring any Mac or PC app. If you're ready to take your creative work?ow

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

The rise of the digital age, the 'Great Resignation' following the pandemic, and the increased focus on branding for all types of big businesses means demand for designers, illustrators, writers, and other creatives has surged, providing numerous opportunities. For a start, in most cases, the work isn't even credited when it appears.

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Design Milk

JANUARY 24, 2025

What started as a small family event with servings of tea and biscuits soon became a true happening, complete with a long queue outside. Thats when Obradovic and Basedow realized that they could turn this venture into a business. Its a collaboration that has shaped their own approach. Baxter is not a simple client, Basedow says.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 26, 2024

Image licensed via Shutterstock Your introversion isn't a barrier to making social video; it's actually an asset. Discover how to conquer the world of video content with these expert tips and strategies. Working with your introversion Creative entrepreneur Reesa offers a good example. You don't have to make content.

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