May, 2025

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D&AD Awards 2025: who won what?

Creative Boom

With the judging process changing dramatically this year, which agencies won big in the D&AD Awards 2025? For many, it's the biggest and most nerve-wracking night in the creative calendar. D&AD held its 63rd awards ceremony last night (Thursday 22 May) at London's Southbank Centre and handed out a record-breaking 668 Pencils across all categories.

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5 perfect Apple font choices (and one disaster)

Creative Bloq

From the 70s to today, Apple fonts have been a big part of its branding.

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A Musician’s Passion Project Leads to Hand-Built Furniture Debut

Design Milk

When Zack Nestel-Patt first began designing furniture, it wasnt for the masses. It hit closer to home his own home. A touring musician by trade, Zacks foray into design started with a single piece he built for his living room in Los Angeles. That one-off creation quickly snowballed first gaining attention through Not Normal Market LA, then evolving into a full-fledged collection under his Ah Um Design Studio.

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30+ Best Procreate Illustration Brushes

Graphic Design Junction

Procreate illustration brushes help artists create powerful concept art. They deliver precision and depth. Each stroke supports storytelling and visual impact. For fantasy illustrations, these Procreate brushes turn ideas into vivid scenes. The post 30+ Best Procreate Illustration Brushes first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Let's Talk Trends: Designing for Maximum Impact

Speaker: Amber Asay, Creative Director and Founder of award-winning design studio Nice People

Understanding what trends are happening and how they’re impacting the competitive landscape is crucial to providing top dollar design strategy to your clients. With so many trends coming and going, it can be overwhelming to determine which ones you should capitalize on and which ones might not be worth the trouble. In this exclusive webinar with Amber Asay, we’ll explore graphic design trends that need to die, trends that are starting to pick up and why, trends that have come and gone, and how t

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The next design trend should start with your hands, not a computer

UX Collective

Designing without modern tools isnt regressionits a stance against authoritative, tech-imposed aesthetics. The Art of Suminagashi Japanese Marbling | Image source: youtube.com I find most design trends irritatingnot because they exist, but because too many designers follow them instead of forging their own. Then again, maybe thats just my rebellious naturetalking.

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Michael Ezzell turns literature into picture books with surrealist illustrations

Its Nice That

These tarot-esque drawings render whimsical scenes inside of used books.

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How to use Adobe Illustrator's Retype tool to find the perfect typeface for your project

Creative Bloq

A step-by-step guide to nailing your typography every time.

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Take 5: Modern Hardware, Moiré, a Monumental Table + More

Design Milk

1. Lock-it From Door Gems by George Ranalli DESIGNS Design is an awesome responsibility, and according to tradition, architects should be master builders capable of conceptualizing, communicating, and crafting detail regardless of project size, scale, or scope. Architect George Ranallis home furnishings and architectural hardware are seemingly plucked from a time when building was a venerable practice far less commodified.

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31 New Free Fonts Download for Commercial Use

Graphic Design Junction

Typography shapes how people read and feel about content. Good typefaces improve clarity. They support visual identity. Many designers look for high-quality fonts that cost nothing. This article highlights new free fonts you can download and use freely. The post 31 New Free Fonts Download for Commercial Use first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Running UX as a business (like we should have all along)

UX Collective

Aligning design leadership with business goals is the motion we needed from thestart The Mysterious Life Of UX Designers is a good example how others dont really understand the value of what we do because we dont connect to business goals. We should have been connecting to business needs from thestart. For way too long weve been running user experience teams like theyre some kind of magical creative unicorns that should somehow be immune to business realities.

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The Democratization of Design: Giving Creators & Marketers the Tools to Succeed

Brands must create and share impactful content to thrive, but they have less people, tighter budgets, and fewer resources to do so. Learn how to publish and market digital content with the same professionalism as organizations with million-dollar budgets.

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“Place by Place” by Photographer Taylor Naoko and CJ Tuff

Booooooom

An interview with Taylor Naoko and CJ Tuff, one of the winners of our previous Art & Photo Book Awards!

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How Adobe Express is empowering content creators of all stripes

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Whether you're a pro designer or an entrepreneur without design skills, Adobe Express can revolutionise your content creation. Designer/founder Aseil Amgheib and 'small biz babe' Angel White explain why it's an essential tool in their workflow. It doesn't matter where you go, or who you talk to, in the creative industries right now.

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Perfect your panels and pacing with these comic art tips from an expert

Creative Bloq

Marvel and Disney artist Derek Laufman explores which moments to illustrate and how to create visual interest in panels.

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F5: Katherine Duclos Talks Cement, Bubble Wrap, LEGO + More

Design Milk

Katherine Duclos had dabbled in drawing and photography, but it wasnt until she moved to New York from Shanghai, China, that she wanted to seriously consider a creative path as a career. When she found an apartment in Brooklyn, she realized that Pratt Institute was just down the road and decided to enroll. She first had hopes of becoming an art teacher, and even though her original vision changed, the formal education marked a turning point in her life.

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Rethinking Creative Workflows: Increasing Efficiency in the Design Process

As the design industry evolves, teams are facing new challenges and a need to produce more outstanding creative work than ever. Leaders must learn how to adapt their processes to solve today’s—and tomorrow’s—unique design challenges. In this e-book, you’ll learn how to establish your creative workflow and leverage the power of CorelDRAW® Graphics Suite to streamline the entire design process, from start to finish.

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50 Best Logos for Inspiration in 2025

Graphic Design Junction

Explore best logos for real-world inspiration. These logo designs show clarity, creativity, and function across industries. Learn what makes them work and how they communicate brand identity clearly. The post 50 Best Logos for Inspiration in 2025 first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Whitewashing on Mexican banknotes?

UX Collective

Behind the portraits featured in Mexicos latest banknote redesign lie centuries of cultural colonialism, eurocentrism, and unconscious self-prejudice. Nip and Tuck for Sor Juana Ins de la Cruz (Intervention of Miguel Cabreras painting[1750]) In 2013, the Bank of Mexico launched an eight-year program to comprehensively replace the family of banknotes in circulation, aiming to make counterfeiting more difficult and increase their durability.

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History on tap: An ode to the design legacy of traditional pubs

Its Nice That

In traditional British pub design, the old ways are just better. In celebration of pub garden season, Stuart Tolley explores the beauty of pub visual ephemera, and meets creatives inspired by its aesthetics.

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The best new typefaces for May 2025 by leading foundries and designers

Creative Boom

Need a fresh burst of typographic inspiration? Our latest monthly roundup of new and revived fonts is a must-read. Ever feel like you're drowning in a visual sea of AI slop? Fortunately, the world of type design seems to be sticking fast to the twin values of innovation and craftsmanship. And if you ever needed proof of that, just check out this month's selection of new typeface releases.

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Creative Insights: Data-Backed Trends to Help You Design Successful Content

In today’s competitive markets, how do you make sure that your content not only stands out but performs well? How can you predict whether certain design choices will result in clicks, engagement, downloads, and other drivers of ROI? Shutterstock’s Creative Insights Report (Q3) is your window into the hottest trends that are transforming the creative world.

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These are the fonts designers are sick of pretending to hate

Creative Bloq

We know you really love Futura.

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Range Rover Unveils Futurespective Installation Spanning 1970 to 2025

Design Milk

For 55 years, Range Rover has set the standard for luxury SUVs, with outstanding off-road capability and cutting-edge technological advancements. The iconic brand launched its first installation in Milan, Futurespective: Connected World , designed in collaboration with design studio NUOVA. Two seemingly opposite worlds collide a 1970s showroom, complete with wood paneling, shag carpet, and a khaki Range Rover, leads into a hypermodern white space, with the 2025 Range Rover at the center of the

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50+ Best Photoshop Tutorials in 2025

Graphic Design Junction

A list of 50+ best Photoshop tutorials in 2025 , perfect for beginners, intermediate, and advanced Adobe Photoshop users. The tutorials are essential learning tools for designers, photographers, and digital artists. The post 50+ Best Photoshop Tutorials in 2025 first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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The perverse incentives of Vibe Coding

UX Collective

Image Credit: Chat GPTo3 Ive been using AI coding assistants like Claude Code for a while now, and Im here to say (with all due respect to people who have substance abuse issues), I may be an addict. And boy is this is an expensive habit. Its almost there qualitythe feeling were just one prompt away from the perfect solutionis what makes it so addicting.

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Web Design for All: Accessibility, Inclusivity and Beyond

Speaker: Eden Spivak, Design Expert and Editor at Wix & Nir Horesh, Accessibility Lead and Senior Product Manager at Wix

When we design products or websites for people like ourselves, there are many others who are, as a result, left out. From visually impaired users who rely on assistive technology, to people with a temporary injury such as a broken arm, tech users are forever diverse and beautifully unique. The products we design can, and should, reflect the extremely wide range of human experiences and needs.

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Leslie David Studio’s identity for a fine jewellery brand plays with the idea of duality

Its Nice That

Drawing on the jewellers perspective as both a designer and engineer, the identity for Sarah Eisman Studio brings together photography, animation and 3D to build a visual language that feels both timeless and contemporary.

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Why Jaguar's rebrand failed, and what it can teach us

Creative Boom

It's official: Jaguar has dropped its advertising agency, Accenture Song, following huge criticism of its 2024 rebrand. So what went wrong, and what lessons can be learned? In November last year, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) unveiled a radical rebranding exercise. The iconic British car brand, known for its sleek designs, racing heritage and unmistakable growler emblem featuring its big cat mascot, made a dramatic pivot that both alienated its existing customer base and failed to resonate with new au

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Coca-Cola's bold new Vitaminwater logo hides a subtle design secret

Creative Bloq

The brand's typography gets a vitamin hit.

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Palm House Reawakens a 1940s Suburban Home in Australia

Design Milk

Tucked into a residential lot in Victoria, Australia, Palm House demonstrates how an outdated home can be sensitively reimagined to meet the evolving needs of contemporary family life without erasing its history. Designed by Leeton Pointon Architects + Interiors , the project breathes new life into a post-war 1940s suburban dwelling that had grown tired, dark, and disconnected from the outdoors.

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What in the World is a Force Majeure?

Speaker: Michele Berdinis

This session will answer business law questions that people are asking most during the pandemic. If my business can’t pay its bills, can my creditors come after my personal assets? Do I have to pay the rent on my co-working space or office? Can my clients cancel signed contracts? Can I cancel contracts for things I no longer need because my business has slowed down?

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Best Free T-Shirt Mockups in 2025

Graphic Design Junction

Present your t-shirt design without hiring a photographer or using complex tools. Free t-shirt mockups let you place your design on real-life visuals instantly. These free mockups come in high quality. The post Best Free T-Shirt Mockups in 2025 first appeared on Graphic Design Junction.

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Got one solution? Pay attention

UX Collective

If it feels obvious, youre missing something. by Wendy Shijia, visualizing the spirit of M.C. Escherswork When you catch yourself thinking youve found the clear solution to a problem, thats your cue to get suspicious. Chances are, you havent uncovered the full complexity of the issue. Youve likely fallen victim to a simplification made by one of your mentalmodels.

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Puppets, portals and a big ol’ snake: enter Chrissie Abbott’s weird world for French x Element’s collab

Its Nice That

Designer, artist and illustrator Chrissie Abbott teams up with French and Element to create a gloriously absurd campaign film series.

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Why Your Logo Needs To Be A Vector Graphic

We And The Color

A Logo Vector Graphic is the Unskippable Secret to a Flawless Brand Identity. We all have seen these pixelated business emblems somewhere. People in the printing industry are particularly familiar with the scenario where they request a vector file, and the customer has no clue what they are talking about. The issue often isn’t the brilliance of the design itself, but rather the format of that design.

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From Visualization to Execution: Exploring Our Strengths as Designers

Speaker: Sean Adams, ArtCenter College of Design

Thomas Edison once said “Vision without execution is hallucination.” This statement applies not just to invention, but to graphic design. One of the greatest strengths of graphic designers is the ability to first develop a concept and then execute it to make it real. From visualization and ideation all the way through to actuation and execution, each step of this process takes skill and expertise.