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The 25 creative studios inspiring us the most in 2025

Creative Boom

Robot Food, Leeds The community has spoken: here are the studios whose work is making the most impact on them right now. Which creative studio do you most admire right now, and why? This is a question we asked our community via an ongoing survey. With more than 700 responses so far, these are the top winners. What's striking about this year's results is the popularity of studios that aren't just producing beautiful work but are also actively shaping discussions and tackling the big challenges fa

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50+ Best Fonts For Logos

Graphic Design Junction

Creating a logo and choosing fonts for logo is a critical step for building a strong brand identity. A well-designed logo can leave a lasting impression on customers and make your brand stand out. Among the key elements that contribute to a stunning logo design , choosing the right font is one of the most important decisions youll make. The font sets the tone and reflects the personality of your brand, whether its modern, classic, or playful.

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How to Design an Impactful Poster: 11 Essential Tips for Maximum Attention

Designer Daily

Advertising posters are everywhere—bus stops, subway walls, billboards—fighting for a split second of your attention. While posters remain a powerful communication tool, their sheer abundance forces brands to get creative to stand out. The challenge? Capture attention instantly while delivering a clear, compelling message. So, how do you design a poster that breaks through the noise?

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Photoshop for Android is finally here, and I've tried it out

Creative Bloq

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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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How to Conduct a Visual Design Audit (And Why You Should)

Design Shack

Over time, even the most thoughtfully designed brand or product can start to drift. As new pages, features, and marketing materials are added, inconsistencies in colors, typography , imagery, and layout can sneak in. What starts as a polished, cohesive system can slowly turn into a patchwork of mismatched styles. That’s where a visual design audit comes in.

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Graphic Designer Skills: What Design Students Need To Develop

Inkbot Design

📖 Reading Time: 5 minutes 🏷️ Categories: Design, Branding, Marketing 📅 Published: [DATE] Graphic Designer Skills: What Design Students Need To Develop Design learners often look for ways to sharpen their talent. When facing demanding assignments or research tasks, some use platforms like writepaperforme. It helps ease academic pressure and opens space for hands-on creative work.

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The No Bulls**t Guide To Drawing Tablets

Booooooom

Become a Member Submit BOOOOOOOM Log In / Profile Submit LINKS Membership Open Calls Newsletter Submissions Shop Contact Categories Art Film Photo Design ART PHOTO Shop Open Calls Membership Submissions Design Drawing The No Bulls**t Guide To Drawing Tablets 08.07.25 — Syndicated Content Shopping for a drawing tablet shouldn’t require a PhD in tech specs.

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50+ Free Sketch Pencil Brushes For Photoshop Users

Design Beep

If you’re a digital artist looking to add authentic hand-drawn charm to your work, Sketch Pencil Brushes For Photoshop are a game-changer. These versatile brushes mimic the texture, pressure, and strokes of traditional pencils, allowing you to create stunning sketches, illustrations, and concept art with a natural feel. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro, having the right Sketch Pencil Brushes For Photoshop in your toolkit can drastically improve your workflow and artistic e

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Inside Tegeta Marketing’s New Ergonomic Office in Tbilisi

Design Milk

The Tegeta marketing department has unveiled its newly designed office in Tbilisi, Georgia, redefining the modern workspace with a focus on functionality, comfort, and sustainability. Designed to accommodate the evolving needs of its employees, the automotive brand’s office integrates contemporary, colorful aesthetics with ergonomic principles to foster a productive and inspiring work environment.

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The Art of Dailiness, by Michael Bierut

Its Nice That

The esteemed graphic designer shares an essay and drawings from his legendary 100 Day Project, showing what vital roles routine, practice, observation and dedication play in the creative process.

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

Creative Boom

Haltung by Order Type Foundry From the timeless sophistication of SLTF Bergamot Grotesk to the cultural preservation of Munegascu, 2025 is already shaping up to be a stellar year for type. Wow, where does the time go? We're well into a new year and an astonishing quarter of the way through the 21st century. Meanwhile, the creative scene continues to develop at breakneck speed, and typographic innovation shows no sign of slowing down, either.

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25+ New Free Fonts for Graphic Designers

Graphic Design Junction

In design, fonts are very important for making great visuals. For graphic designers, the right font can turn a simple project into something amazing. If you need ideas, we have 25+ new free fonts to help improve your work. The Power of Fonts in Modern Design Typography is more than just arranging letters; its about evoking emotions and communicating messages effectively.

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20 Cool Logos With A Hidden Meaning

Designer Daily

Logo with a hidden meaning are everywhere, although you may not have noticed it so far. Most of the time, the hidden meaning bring a new layer of sense to the logo or a humorous touch to it. On top of that, it can add an extra connexion between the customers or brand users and the brand, as the hidden meaning of the logo might be seen only by the most regular and loyal customers.

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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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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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100+ Best Big, Poster Fonts of 2025

Design Shack

When it comes to designing posters and banners, there’s one thing that matters the most: the font. A poster without a great, attention-grabbing title is simply not an effective poster. A great poster font has the power to turn even the most straightforward layout into a compelling design. As Irene Etzkorn once said, “There is no such thing as a boring project.

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30 Abstract Logos That Actually Work (And Why Most Don’t)

Inkbot Design

📖 Reading Time: 5 minutes 🏷️ Categories: Design, Branding, Marketing 📅 Published: [DATE] 30 Abstract Logos That Actually Work (And Why Most Don't) Let's get one thing straight. Your logo's job is not to explain what your company does. You don't need a house in your logo if you sell homes. If you make coffee, a coffee bean logo is probably a mistake.

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Photoshop Poster Mockup: Transform Your Designs with This Ultra-Realistic Set of Three Glued Posters

We And The Color

Presenting a design is an art form in itself. A brilliant graphic can lose its impact if it’s not shown in a context that does it justice. This is where a high-quality Photoshop poster mockup becomes an essential tool for any creative professional. It bridges the gap between the digital canvas and the real world. The Rose Project has developed a truly exceptional Photoshop mockup featuring a series of three glued posters, offering a level of realism that can elevate any design portfolio or

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The 20 illustrators inspiring us the most in 2025

Creative Boom

Lauren Hom These talented visual storytellers are capturing imaginations worldwide with their distinctive styles and creative innovation across every medium. It's a tough time to be an illustrator right now. The twin threats of generative AI and an ongoing financial squeeze make earning a living a real challenge. The consensus from industry leaders is that to survive as a freelancer , illustrators need to double down on what makes them unique and carve out a distinctive style to set them apart.

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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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Design Dept's Ali Martín Filsoof on building brands with substance and simplicity

Creative Boom

Rooted in multicultural experience and rigorous design philosophy, the Los Angeles-based Design Dept is proving that minimalism and emotion can go hand in hand. It really takes something special to stand out in the creative industries these days, and Design Dept, founded by Ali Martín Filsoof, may have just found that something. The Los Angeles-based studio has quietly carved a space for brand identities that balance radical simplicity with cultural depth, drawing on Ali's own richly layered upb

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Rise of the machines: How illustrators can avoid being replaced by AI

Creative Boom

Illustration by Tom Woolley As AI-generated artwork becomes more common, many illustrators worry about being replaced. But by understanding AI's limitations, refining a unique style, and embracing new tools, creatives can stay ahead. Illustrator Tom Woolley shows us how to future-proof your career in an evolving industry. Stories of brands using AI in their latest campaign have become a daily occurrence.

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How to set boundaries and stick to them, to protect your time and energy

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock As creatives, we all know boundaries matter. But enforcing them is a different story. Here's how to go about it. As creatives, our time and mental energy are our most precious resources. So why do we so often let others plunder them mercilessly? In truth, it's because we're people-pleasers. And that in itself, of course, is a good thing.

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B&B Studio revamps Yeo Valley Organic to sow success for the future

Creative Boom

New illustrations are a key part of the brand's new identity, designed to help its new Greek and Kefir products stand out on the shelf. London-based B&B studio has revamped Yeo Valley Organic's entire visual identity and product range architecture through a combination of small tweaks and more dramatic overhauls. Most people will have seen the brand on supermarket shelves or had it in their homes, but what you might not know is that Yeo Valley is a real place in the heart of Somerset, owned

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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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The Collected Works and PRINT Magazine craft a new identity for PRINT Awards 2025

Creative Boom

The awards' new visual identity embodies organic growth as a metaphor for creativity, blending generative design and dynamic typography. The PRINT Awards have long stood as a beacon of excellence in design, celebrating bold creatives pushing the boundaries across all mediums. For the 2025 edition, PRINT Magazine enlisted The Collected Works to craft a dynamic visual identity and hero film that embodies the theme of "cultivating creativity.

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The rise of the creative generalist: why being 'good at lots of things' is becoming a superpower

Creative Boom

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Forget the pressure to niche down. In 2025, versatility is the real flex. For years, we've been told that, rather than try to be all things to all people, we should find a specific skill and focus on that. But in an industry shaken by budget cuts, AI disruption and shifting client needs, being multi-skilled in 2025 is no longer a compromise; it's an advantage.

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The Public Domain Image Archive: A treasure trove of free-to-use historical imagery

Creative Boom

The team behind The Public Domain Review unveils a new visual resource, offering a curated selection of 10,000+ historical images, all free to use and explore. The Public Domain Review (PDR) has long been celebrated for unearthing hidden gems from history, offering an eclectic mix of fascinating stories and stunning visuals. Now, the team behind PDR has unveiled an ambitious new sister project: The Public Domain Image Archive (PDIA).

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Inside the thinking behind Frontify Futures' standout brand identity

Creative Boom

Developer and digital art director Dan Powell explains how he used custom typography and generative tools to design the brand identity for Frontify Futures, an exciting new platform that explores tomorrow's brand-building landscape. Who knows where branding will go in the future? However, for many of us working in the creative industries, it's our job to know.

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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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Without Studio redesigns Sodexo's billion-dollar US dining offer with One&All, a celebration of collegiate diversity

Creative Boom

Independent London agency Without has unveiled a major branding project for Sodexo's US college dining offer, now called One&All, championing diversity through flexible design and a collegiate spirit. How do you create a brand that appeals to everyone without becoming generic? That was the central challenge for Without Studio as they partnered with Sodexo to reimagine the food experience across US college campuses.

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Starbucks turns up the personality on Refreshers in China with a bold redesign by Marks

Creative Boom

To stand out in China's crowded RTD market, Marks has given Starbucks' fan-favourite Refreshers a striking new look, complete with a dynamic bottle shape and vivid visuals. Starbucks is reintroducing its much-loved Refreshers drink to Chinese consumers with a major glow-up, including an innovative bottle design and bold graphic identity crafted by global design agency Marks.

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D&AD New Blood 2025: Emerging creatives take centre stage with ideas that challenge, provoke and inspire

Creative Boom

From typography campaigns for climate refugees to soap that fosters body autonomy, this year's D&AD New Blood winners prove there's no shortage of fresh thinking or ambition among tomorrow's talent. The D&AD New Blood Awards have long been a launchpad for emerging talent, and this year's cohort is no exception. At a time when the creative industry is wrestling with seismic shifts – from AI to changing audience behaviours – the 2025 winners offer a glimpse of the ingenuity, empathy and sh

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Is Your Graphic Design in Need of New Inspiration?

Designer Daily

Graphic design is critically imperative for most successful marketing campaigns. In fact, it’s one of the most important ingredients, depending on the mediums you’re using. But if your graphic design is flat, uninspired, or otherwise ineffective, it’s not going to carry its weight. How can you tell if your graphic design isnt sufficient to support your campaign?

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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.