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APRIL 11, 2025
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Creative Bloq
APRIL 11, 2025
Bringing you news and features from the worlds of graphic design, branding, typography, product design, tech and more.
Creative Boom
DECEMBER 17, 2023
The new look across our magazine, podcast and newsletter reflects our growing status and ambitions as we celebrate almost 15 years of supporting the creative industries. I sat down with our strategy, advertising, design and development teams in November 2022 and said, hey, we need a refresh, an evolution. It has done us proud.
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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'.
Designer Daily
APRIL 14, 2022
Whether you are afraid of bugs or you love them, you may need them in one of your upcoming designs. All you have to do to get them is to sign up to the Designer Daily and get the chance to get regular updates about design news, resources, or tutorials. You will receive the vector files at the bottom of each newsletter.
Creative Boom
APRIL 29, 2022
But recent algorithm changes and a push for more video content have left many artists and designers struggling to enjoy the same likes and reach. For further reading, SEO expert Brian Dean also has Backlinko , a weekly newsletter that features tons of tips and insight to keep you on your toes. We explore some options. It's yours alone.
Graphic Design Junction
DECEMBER 18, 2024
The ultimate collection of creative Brush Fonts for posters is here to inspire and elevate your designs. Designed to stand out, brush fonts are perfect for professional and personal projects alike. These fonts not only save time but also enhance the visual appeal of your designs, making them impactful and memorable.
Creative Boom
APRIL 12, 2023
London and Berlin-based design agency Bureau for Visual Affairs (BfVA) has created a new visual identity for the annual celebration of 'European internet excellence', The Lovie Awards. The vibrant colour palette uses shades of purple and a vivid orange that calls to mind historical graphic design greats like standards manuals.
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 6, 2022
I've given up on Instagram," complains freelance book cover designer Alex Kirby. "I The decline of interactions since the push for viral and video content has made me engage less with platforms," says brand and print designer Matt Lamont. Designer Antonio Carusone has had a similar experience.
Creative Boom
APRIL 23, 2023
Founded in 2013 by Miranda West, The Do Book Company publishes authors who have spoken at the event to create how-to titles as far-ranging as Do Beekeeping : The Secret to Happy Honeybees, Do Open : How a simple newsletter can transform your business, and Do Design : Why beauty is key to everything. That made them nervous.
Creative Boom
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
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." According to Chacko, the one thing we all crave most after identity and purpose is community.
Creative Boom
JULY 14, 2024
Motion designer Thomas Davis agrees. Graphic designer and illustrator Aaron Miller speaks for many when he says: "I have fond memories of long lockdown walks, bringing Creative Boom's podcasts, discovering and finding gold in your newsletters and website case studies. It's a real resource we can all be proud of."
Graphic Design Junction
MARCH 4, 2023
Sometimes you need to make a brochure, a creative e-mail newsletter or an original greeting card in the shortest possible time. At such moments, there is no time to develop a design. Ready layouts are developed by professional designers. The best way out of the situation is to use free Google Docs templates.
Design Milk
DECEMBER 13, 2023
This is, in fact, a defense of modern book design: “When we look at the books about the history of printing and typography, we’re only getting the greatest hits and that tends to give the idea that things were better back then. But things weren’t any better: There’s always been terrible design, with a few highlights.
We And The Color
DECEMBER 2, 2024
Jozef Micic’s Christmas party poster templates redefine festive design with an elegant blend of minimalism and geometry. Perfect for graphic designers and event planners, these templates provide a sophisticated and customizable foundation for seasonal promotions. Micic’s designs excel in combining form and function.
Creative Boom
JUNE 5, 2023
Based in South-East London, Alice's joyful work spans packaging design, murals, book illustrations, brand identities, animations, shop displays and more, all united by her deft line work, distinctive use of black ink and charming creatures. What advice would you give to budding illustrators?
Graphic Design Junction
JULY 31, 2021
50 Best Script Fonts for designers. All fonts are evoke the vibe of calligraphy and handwriting script style, perfect for all of your web and graphic design projects. These script fonts are perfect for t-shirt designs , websites, svg designs, home décor, branding, blogs, logos, invitations and more. ? Free Script Fonts.
We And The Color
DECEMBER 3, 2024
Discover Some Experimental Bold Typography in Anahit Lyudvigian’s Visionary Poster Series Armenian graphic designer Anahit Lyudvigian has created a series of bold, conceptual poster designs as personal design studies. Her designs explore the dynamic potential of letters as both communicative tools and visual forms.
Design Milk
AUGUST 31, 2022
Founded by Stephanie Harrison , The New Happy is a science-backed, design-forward platform that helps people find lasting happiness. What are the key design principles that guide your organization? The New Happy has five core design principles that guide everything we do. The New Happy is one of them. The first is to do good.
We And The Color
JANUARY 20, 2025
It’s a deliberate choice by designers. Designers are taking inspiration and giving them a contemporary twist. In an increasingly complex and fast-paced world, vintage design offers a sense of calm and authenticity. There were some awesome design trends back in the day. They bring vibrancy and life into the design.
Spoon Graphics
DECEMBER 6, 2021
Simon’s The Shop is the place to go if you’re in need of dirty or grainy resources to grunge up your designs. His store contains a variety of resources, including unique assets you won’t find anywhere else! Simon not only creates these fantastic resources, he often shows you what can be done with them too!
Spoon Graphics
OCTOBER 17, 2022
Simon’s The Shop is the place to go if you’re in need of dirty or grainy resources to grunge up your designs. His store contains a variety of resources, including unique assets you won’t find anywhere else! Simon not only creates these fantastic resources, he often shows you what can be done with them too!
Creative Boom
SEPTEMBER 5, 2023
Graphic design and illustration 1. Affinity Photo, Affinity Designer and Affinity Publisher each offer a close approximation to Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign, respectively. This open-source design software isn't quite as sophisticated as Affinity Photo or Photoshop. Web and digital design 18. Don't worry.
Graphic Design Junction
JUNE 22, 2024
To help you steer clear of common pitfalls, here’s a breakdown of the 10 most frequent UX mistakes designers make , along with real-world examples to illustrate them: Unlimited Downloads Over 1,500,000+ Fonts, Mockups, Freebies & Design Assets Mockups 6,131 items Fonts 5,191 items Download Now 10 Most Common UX Mistakes 1.
We And The Color
DECEMBER 3, 2024
For creative professionals like artists, photographers, and designers, inspiration and growth are constant pursuits. These communities range from broad topics like art, photography, and design to highly specific niches such as minimalist logo design or abstract street photography. million daily active users, 267.5
Graphic Design Junction
JANUARY 17, 2024
Brand guidelines templates guide the design and content creation for the website, ensuring a seamless and cohesive online experience. Brand Guidelines Template (vertical Design) 10. Brand Guideline Template A Brand Guideline Design Template is a strategic tool for maintaining a consistent and cohesive brand identity.
We And The Color
FEBRUARY 22, 2025
Are you a designer looking for a fresh source of inspiration? Geometrica is a well-designed collection of simple, flat, and geometric graphics that empower you to create stunning visuals with a distinct, sophisticated aesthetic. Each element is meticulously crafted and designed to work seamlessly with the others. No problem!
We And The Color
JANUARY 26, 2025
What Are the Most Trending Colors Graphic Designers Should Know in 2025? Those color choices can make or break a design. So, understanding the latest color trends is essential now that were in 2025 and you are working on different design projects. We are talking about designs that truly connect with your audience.
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. Every April I take some time to reflect on the past 12 months and talk about how things have changed.
UX Collective
NOVEMBER 13, 2024
How generative AI tools are bringing creativity, speed, and efficiency to design validation Credit: Blush Illustrations Is anyone else feeling the same way as I do? We’re truly at a point where AI is turning our design dreams into a reality. When I first discovered Claude Artifacts a couple of months ago, it felt like magic.
We And The Color
NOVEMBER 27, 2024
Designed with bold typography and a sleek aesthetic, this collection is tailored for platforms like Instagram, X, Threads, Bluesky, Reddit, Facebook, and others. Each template is designed at 1080 x 1080 pixels, a format perfect for creating eye-catching posts. The bold typography serves as the centerpiece of the templates.
We And The Color
NOVEMBER 11, 2024
Now in its third year, this award-winning non-profit event, sponsored by the renowned Zetafonts type foundry and organized by TypeCampus , serves as a beacon for social change through design. Her perspective reinforces the idea that design is not just about aesthetics; it is a medium for real, heartfelt communication.
We And The Color
NOVEMBER 1, 2024
This Adobe Stock Christmas card template, created by DesignCoach , is designed to help users capture the spirit of Christmas professionally and appealingly. With classic holiday colors, festive icons, and ample room for personalization, this design promises to bring a festive touch to any Christmas celebration.
Design Milk
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
If you know design, you are undoubtedly familiar with the work of Amanda Jane Jones. Her iconic work as the founding designer of Kinkolk established a visual identity not just for the magazine but for a generation. We asked her how her work shifts when she’s designing for children: “A lot, actually,” she says. For more, tune in!
Just Creative
NOVEMBER 15, 2020
Many of the brand design trends of 2021 will be a consequence of the events of this year. We explore the various trends taking over the branding sphere in the coming years and how marketing designers can make the most of them. What Are the Top Brand Design Trends for 2021? Overlapping Designs. Accessible Designs.
We And The Color
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Typography is a cornerstone of design, shaping the way people perceive messages and ideas. For designers, knowing the stories behind these names adds a layer of meaning to their work. It evokes precision and simplicity, much like Swiss design principles. Yet, one aspect often overlooked is the origin of their names.
We And The Color
DECEMBER 20, 2024
Ever wanted to see how your designs look in a real-world setting? This means your designs will look sharp and detailed. It doesn’t distract from the designs. You simply place your design in the designated layers of the Photoshop file. The mockup allows you to experiment with different designs.
Design Milk
FEBRUARY 23, 2022
The one-time business student switched to industrial design, settling in for a few years of instruction at Pratt in New York City. “I Diana Ostrom, who has written for Wallpaper, Interior Design, ID, The Wall Street Journal, and other outlets, is also the author of Faraway Places , a newsletter about travel.
We And The Color
JANUARY 24, 2025
Introducing the Anti-Boring Resume: A Presentation Template Designed to Dazzle E-Type , a talented graphic designer and Adobe Stock contributor, has created a resume presentation template that throws convention out the window. It’s a fully interactive presentation designed to be viewed on a screen.
We And The Color
NOVEMBER 28, 2024
Here’s what users gain: 20+ Industry-Leading Apps The plan includes Adobe’s most sought-after applications for photography, graphic design, video editing, and more , such as: Photoshop : Perfect for image editing and compositing. InDesign : Designed for professional layout and publishing. Subscribe to our newsletter!
Spoon Graphics
OCTOBER 1, 2021
Access All Areas members have a wonderful new design resource product for Procreate to download this week, courtesy of Nicole from iPad Calligraphy. The Pencils and Paint Texture Kit for Procreate contains over 100 vibrant textures to bring colour and energy to your designs.
We And The Color
JANUARY 25, 2025
These 10 Design Pinterest Accounts Will Ignite Your Creativity Ever feel like your creative well has run dry? The ones that truly understand the nuances of design? These accounts cover a wide spectrum of design disciplines. These accounts cover a wide spectrum of design disciplines. Feeling Uninspired? Where do you turn?
We And The Color
NOVEMBER 26, 2024
Explore Art and Design with Ease I am happy to announce that WE AND THE COLOR’s art and design podcast, The Talk , has expanded its availability. The Talk dives into the heart of art, design, and creativity. Recent episodes cover topics like biophilic design, typography trends, and the latest Adobe updates.
Creative Boom
JULY 7, 2023
Mixing it up "My feeling is that social media is still too big to give up," says graphic designer and illustrator Iancu Barbărasă. "It Brand and design consultant Bec Morris agrees. "In I've always been a print designer at heart, so I thought I'd experiment with that format and found some amazing results."
Creative Boom
NOVEMBER 1, 2023
Image licensed via Adobe Stock Success as a graphic designer isn't just about the work itself. Working in graphic design, you're constantly told that to earn more money, get more respect and work on more prestigious projects, you need to sell yourself. But, like it or not, in 2023, just being a great designer isn't enough.
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