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New book highlights how much graphic designers can learn from the small ads of yesteryear

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Hamish Smyth discusses the making of the book Classified: Local Ads from America's Small Towns and why it's a must-read for designers in 2023. If you haven't heard of Standards Manual , the Brooklyn-based, independent publishing imprint founded by designers Jesse Reed and Hamish Smyth in 2014, it's about time you did.

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Print's not dead: the best magazines for graphic design inspiration

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Image courtesy of publisher Sit back, relax and reacquaint yourselves with the joys of devouring a beautifully designed print magazine. Because honestly, the tactile experience of flipping through a beautifully designed magazine remains unmatched. Spread from the latest Type 01 magazine. The next issue comes out in late October.

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'The profession found me': Sol Cotti on how a dinner launched her illustration career

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All through her life, she took art workshops and continued to enjoy art and design while studying communications and advertising at university. She adds: "On the one hand, the advertising part helps me understand the client's needs, and on the other, illustration is itself a form of visual communication. It was surreal."

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Names to know: 20 visionaries shaping the future of creativity

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and Europe who are changing branding and design for the better. At Elvie, we design solutions for women and therefore believe women should be part of the solution. She co-founded and hosts Typeradio.org, the first podcast focused on type and design. How many have you heard of? Read on to find out. In the U.K.,

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Six recommended courses to help you refine your creative skills this September

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That presents a great opportunity for artists, designers, photographers, writers, and digital dreamers to embark on a journey of self-improvement and skill refinement. From graphic design to photography, creative writing to 3D animation, and UX design to digital marketing, these courses offer a gateway to a new career starting this September.

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16 frequently asked questions answered to help you become a graphic designer

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Image courtesy of Shillington Graphic design is a mysterious profession to many, but it's easily explained. We team up with Shillington to provide a jargon-free FAQ covering all aspects of graphic design. To many people, the job title 'graphic designer' is mysterious. Have you always been fascinated by art and design?

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Kgabo Mametja aka Saint Rose illustrates delicious colour palettes and strong, powerful women

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Having self-taught herself the skills needed to excel in the medium of illustration, Kgabo ended up studying visual communication at Vega, the school of brand leadership, before plunging into the world of design. She took on a role in advertising before realising her passion, spurring a leap into the realms of drawing. "I