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Sarah Mafféïs illuminates everyday moments through texture, tone and craft

Creative Boom

These scenes, infused with nostalgia and warmth, are coupled with Sarah's distinctive style that feels textural and partially translucent – bubbles, bottles, glasses and various table-top objects are stacked on top of each other in artworks reminiscent of a blissful collage. This is the stage where my initial idea truly comes to life."

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The best new typefaces for January 2025 from leading foundries and designers

Creative Boom

It blends classical letterforms with hand-drawn details, evoking the warmth of handwriting and the texture of letterpress. Milla by Vivian Dehning Milla is a labour of love from German designer Vivian Dehning. Inspired by music, botany and rococo ornamentation, Milla strikes a perfect balance between timelessness and individuality.

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Esther Tang's gloriously textural illustrations help her connect to the world emotionally

Creative Boom

Erupting from the page and screen with a masterful use of colour and form, Esther's illustrations blend the nuanced textural drawing techniques of watercolours and ink with the precision and perfection of modern digital mediums. After taking a look at her work, it's not surprising to see why the praise has come thick and fast.

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F5: Gala Magriñá Talks New York City, Nature, Travel + More

Design Milk

Travel Travel is my greatest source of inspiration. When Im traveling with family, while theyre busy taking photos of monuments or of the group, Im snapping shots of door knobs and moldings and asking them to move out of the frame! When I find my energy waning around 3 pm, I will stop working and meditate, she notes.

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The 20 illustrators inspiring us the most in 2025

Creative Boom

He is known for his distinctive style, often described as having "cut-out" qualities with strong shapes, vibrant colours, and textures, which he often creates digitally using Procreate on his iPad. Jarom Vogel Jarom Vogel is a prominent illustrator, designer, and digital artist who hails from Utah, USA.

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Travel the Mediterranean via Cassina’s 2024 Outdoor Collection

Design Milk

The new textured fabrics and vibrant colors used throughout were inspired by the azure sea, shaded gardens, and the warmth of terracotta on an afternoon. It’s available in new textures and patterns, with an option of a Favignana fabric version.

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Color Atelier Unveils New Limewash Collection With Sarah Sherman Samuel

Design Milk

Limewashed walls are all the rage right now, offering a rich matte finish and depth of texture that is unmatched in other paints or finishes. Modern, reserved, and functional, letting the texture of the limewash shine, this collection elevates any space. Desert Red: Earthy orange-brown tones reminiscent of brick and clay.

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