Design Shack

JUNE 28, 2025

When you hear “whiteboard,” the first thing that probably comes to mind is a classic brainstorming session filled with sticky notes, doodles, and scattered ideas. Build a session plan with visual prompts, client personas, or clickable discussion points. Use arrows or lines to show connections between ideas.

Presentation

A List Apart

MAY 12, 2022

Yes, I had found some tools that had worked for me in previous projects, such as using checklists, assumption tracking, and “dark reality” sessions, but I didn’t manage to apply those in every project. But I’ll give you the version that I developed with a group of colleagues at a design agency. Consider it a template to get started.

Client

Creative Bloq

AUGUST 6, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 My Wacom stand is smooth, infinitely adjustable, takes a lot of long sessions of me leaning on it, and is generally built like a tank. Why not try a subscription? The flip side of this is the stand.

Art

UX Collective

JULY 14, 2025

On my teams, that usually looks like critique groups of 4–6 with sessions held weekly and each participant presenting every other week. This could be done by a single designer asynchronously, or by a small group of designers within the domain. (If If doing with a group, it should be clear who has the final say).

Presentation

Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Schedule one-on-one sessions to dig deeper into their needs. Here's how to make the best use of speciality materials: Nature-Inspired Options : Consider recycled or eco-friendly papers that reflect sustainability if they align with your brand values. Platforms like Google Forms or SurveyMonkey make this straightforward.

Client

A List Apart

JUNE 22, 2023

Or, say an icon was part of a larger system grouping (fonts, extensions, control panels)—how did it also maintain cohesion amongst a group? With respect where respect is due, GUI Galaxy’s concept was inspired by what these folks were doing. I drew my inspiration from the smallest of sources (and with blinders on).

Arts and Crafts

Inkbot Design

JANUARY 8, 2025

Short clips, tutorials, or even live Q&A sessions can elevate engagement massively. Here are a few steps to get you started: Demographic Research : Look into age groups , gender, location, and other relevant metrics. For instance, “Would you rather see tips on brand strategy or design inspiration?” The feedback?

Media

Creative Bloq

AUGUST 6, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 For example, theres an admin dashboard to assign licensing, team libraries, protected assets, version history, and 24x7 tech support with 1:1 sessions with Adobe product experts (maximum two per user per year).

Adobe

UX Collective

JULY 22, 2025

I drew inspiration from some fantastic work already out there: Figma’s career levels for designers Figma , especially the work by Noah Levin on career growth and skills frameworks. I brought in the designers early on in 1:1s, group chats, and feedback sessions. However, every choice I made had to align with our culture and team.

Production

Creative Bloq

JUNE 20, 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 option has its advantages, and digital artists working putting in long daily sessions in digital painting software or doing digital plein air painting will have their own needs.

Photo Editing

Inkbot Design

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Groups and Communities: Facebook Groups allow brands to foster dedicated communities around shared interests. When I created a dedicated Facebook group for my brand, engagement skyrocketed, and it became an excellent space for customers to share experiences and feedback. It's the perfect hub for community building. Instagram (2.5

Media

Creative Bloq

JUNE 23, 2025

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Photo Editing

Inkbot Design

JUNE 26, 2025

Mentors guide them through user research and craft sessions where fundamental ideas grow. This fresh perspective might inspire unexpected solutions. Continued improvement of processes will help each group of interns fit in. With each new group of interns, the design firm becomes more adaptive.

Programming

Creative Bloq

JUNE 17, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Lighter for sketching, heavier for inking, a textured grip for long sessions, it’s nerdy, sure, but deeply satisfying. Why not try a subscription? Visit our corporate site.

Digital

Design Beep

JULY 25, 2025

Trello Best for: Visual project organization and simple task management Trello’s card-based system, inspired by the Kanban methodology, makes project visualization intuitive even for team members who aren’t familiar with complex project management frameworks. Master one tool before adding the next.

Project Management

Design Beep

AUGUST 2, 2025

This has led to an extensive library of user-generated characters spanning every imaginable genre, theme, and personality type, from anime-inspired personalities and historical figures to literary characters, original creations, fan fiction favorites, and everything in between.

Coding

Creative Bloq

JULY 19, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 The keyboard, meanwhile, draws inspiration from Lenovo’s ThinkPad range, and the results are impressive. Why not try a subscription? Visit our corporate site.

Media

Creative Bloq

JULY 11, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Creative Bloq is part of Future plc, an international media group and leading digital publisher. Why not try a subscription? Here’s how it works. Visit our corporate site.

Color

Design Beep

JUNE 11, 2025

Hextris A group of high school friends developed this fast-moving puzzle game in 2014, drawing inspiration from the classic Tetris formula but giving it a fresh hexagonal twist that keeps players on their toes. Its quick play sessions make it perfect for casual gaming breaks.

Entertainment

Design Milk

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

In an era where play is becoming less accessible for many families, the LEGO Group has introduced a groundbreaking experience that aims to reignite the joy and creativity of play. With so many barriers, LEGO’s mission is clear: to inspire families to prioritize playful activities and rediscover the benefits of creative playtime together.

Exhibition

Creative Boom

AUGUST 12, 2024

Here Design recently worked with a group of young offenders in prison to design a new identity for Untold, a charity that offers vocational training for young men in UK prisons. For each design decision, the group produced sketches, mood boards and notes, which were returned to the studio between shared sessions.

Education

Creative Bloq

JUNE 17, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 Also, the customisable RGB lighting brings an extra layer of fun and immersion to gaming sessions. Why not try a subscription? So thats great. Visit our corporate site.

Production

Creative Bloq

JUNE 5, 2025

Every issue is packed with art and design inspiration Delivered to your IOS or Android device Never miss an issue From £9.99 It is let down my how warm your bum gets after lengthy work/gaming sessions, and the pillow is both a nice touch, and incredibly annoying. Why not try a subscription? Visit our corporate site.

Brand

Creative Boom

JUNE 13, 2022

Shillington 's Diversity in Design scholarships are open to aspiring designers from underrepresented groups. So how do they define 'underrepresented groups'? I'm also inspired by Shillington's outside-the-box approach to education, particularly how they've converged such contrasting elements into a singular experience.".

Graphic Design

Canva

JANUARY 4, 2020

Try this Black and Green Inspirational Quote Poster template on Canva. Here are three ideas for inspiration: English : Rather than asking students to read class texts at home, incorporate a group reading session into each class. Related article: 30 inspiring quotes for your students. Use this template.

Templates

Design Wizard

JUNE 30, 2021

To kick off your brainstorming sessions around brand guidelines, clarify the story of your brand. Nike’s mission is to bring inspiration to every athlete in the world. Nike wants to be the inspiring force that shows you that everyone can take action to pursue their dreams. Brand Story. Their slogan ‘Just do it!’

Branding

Moo

JUNE 27, 2025

67% of college students are under 24 – a group heavily influenced by social media, and a more personal approach. Or perhaps try a pop-up resume clinic, where students can get advice on their CV, or offer mini discussion sessions on how to apply for jobs and what to look for. Know your audience.

Entertainment

Creative Boom

AUGUST 18, 2024

These screen-free zones can become havens for creativity and mindfulness, allowing you to tap into ideas and inspirations that might be drowned out by digital noise. If you're finding it difficult to stick to the plan, take inspiration from Aime at Studio Cotton. "I Adopt mindful use of social media There's no getting away from it.

Media

Under Consideration / Brand

JUNE 24, 2020

Yale is part of the ASSA ABLOY group, the global leader in door opening solutions.". It informed every aspect of our design language: a palette of gradients inspired by sunlight, graphic shadows that images cast, a range of light-shape illustrations, photography with a presence of sunlight and a unique, positive tone of voice.

Advertising

Just Creative

SEPTEMBER 17, 2020

Presentation reduces the number of revisions to 2-3 sessions. Here’s what you need to do: Describe the values and inspiration that you considered before building a logo. The editor will suggest what to upload and how to group it. Act like a senior. Turning logos into visual identity isn’t difficult. .

Client

Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Design Inspiration Resources Finding fresh sources of design inspiration is integral to any UI/UX designer's workflow. Suitable inspirational sites can spark creative ideas and perspectives. This comprehensive guide explores the best resources for UI/UX teams across several key categories.

Adobe

Design Wizard

MAY 19, 2021

Our inspirational guide will give you ideas for beautiful collages for any purpose and help you craft stunning designs in Design Wizard. . How to Get Inspired to Create a Stunning Collage. To kick off your inspiring design, have a brainstorming session and look through photos that might spark any ideas. Future Office .

Inspiration

Colossal

OCTOBER 2, 2024

“The more strange and exotic bats I discovered, the more I was inspired to push my sculpting and painting techniques.” This month, he is headed to Joshua Tree, California, for some photo sessions in preparation for his forthcoming book focused on Morph Angels.

Artist

UX Collective

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Innovation methods and materials to put in your UX toolbox Introduction Did you ever want to be inspired like an artist, full of ideas like an engineer or creative like a designer? Creative Card Decks are a method in the field of ideation, inspiration and innovation. Did you read of great inventors like da Vinci, Edison, Jobs or Musk?

Production

Graphic Design Junction

OCTOBER 16, 2022

Longer average session time positively affects search rankings while a good experience encourages users to keep coming back to the website. You can also check their portfolios to get inspiration for your own work. Join online forums, communities, and groups with other web designers where new jobs and gigs are posted.

Web Design

Creative Market

JULY 1, 2021

Something that you could use for more hands-on brainstorming sessions. Great foundations about UX design can be found in sites like the Nielsen Norman Group, user-based UX research papers, and sites like Smashing Magazine. Dribbble is great for inspiration and seeing how other designers work.

Client

Feature Shoot

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

“She inspired her students, who had mostly dropped out from regular schools due to learning disabilities, to create photos; they would readily take cameras out into their world and bring back images that we would work with therapeutically.” Disclaimer: This article does not contain medical advice.

Photography