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Illustrator Poan Pan on embracing change, community, and the unexpected

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Three years on from our last conversation, Taiwanese illustrator Poan Pan reflects on his evolving creative journey, the power of community, and his ever-expanding artistic practice. Good news I'm still freelancing as an illustrator! It's been an adventure full of ups and downs, but that makes it exciting."

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Illustrators North launches in Northern Ireland to bring together local artists

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Unlike the ad or design work, more often than not, illustrators work in isolation, and this tends to be tough because we don't have a sounding board to bounce ideas off or feel validated in our concerns or encouraged when we are in a hard place." As illustrators and authors themselves, they know first-hand how isolating it can be.

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Ed Helms' SNAFU podcast embraces 'controlled messiness' in new identity

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In the new and improved brand, expect graphics inspired by art books on Cold War propaganda, spy movie posters from the 1950s and '60s, and vintage adventure and educational book covers. SNAFU presented a fresh challenge in that it blends humour with historical critique and, at the end of the day, is all about storytelling," says Fresneda.

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The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration has just found its perfect home

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million grant by the National Lottery Heritage Fund, it is set to restore and move into the derelict New River Head heritage site in Clerkenwell. With this money, the arts charity will be able to create four galleries, a project space, a learning studio, gardens, a play space, a cafe, and a shop. Having been awarded a £3.75

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Designer Suvani Dave on the joy of storytelling and how to navigate the creative jobs market

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Thanks to his guidance and work in the design industry, she was exposed to a whole new world of creativity and inspiration. "I Despite the challenges and obstacles that stood in my way, I boldly decided to embark on a new journey towards a brighter future. Your studies took place during the pandemic.

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The power of self-belief: why quiet confidence is essential for creative professionals

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The good news is that as you focus and improve over time, that should come naturally. In practice, many of us are held back by our shy or introverted nature. Since 2018, I've been intensely aware of how important video, especially short-form video, has become for the media specifically and our culture more broadly.

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The biggest trends in graphic design for 2024, as predicted by the creative industry

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The world's in a rocky place right now. But the good news is that whatever happens to the economy in 2024, graphic design will be in demand… perhaps more than ever. So, as we approach an uncertain new year, we've consulted with leaders in the industry to provide insights into the future direction of graphic design.