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'Storytelling and emotional connection matter more than aesthetics,' says illustrator Fangfang Han

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Originally from Hefei in eastern China, Fangfang relocated to London, studied illustration at the Kingston College of Art, and graduated this year. Growing up, I was surrounded by traditional arts and crafts – calligraphy, embroidery, paper cutting, and ceramics. My family also played a big role.

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Rabbithole on the sensitivity challenges of branding Leeds' big ideas festival

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Leeds International Festival of Ideas covers some tricky topics, so the branding and visual assets needed to be sensitive. Taking place every autumn, it covers topics across science, technology, culture and society and serves as a platform for exchanging ideas, fostering dialogue, and encouraging curiosity.

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Ed Helms' SNAFU podcast embraces 'controlled messiness' in new identity

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In the new and improved brand, expect graphics inspired by art books on Cold War propaganda, spy movie posters from the 1950s and '60s, and vintage adventure and educational book covers. The shadow on the podcast cover art's transparent red treatment is also reminiscent of decoder filters that can be used to find a secret message.

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The eight things illustration agencies are looking for in 2025

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Likewise, illustration agencies are always looking to sign new talent to tap into what creative and art directors currently want in design studios and agencies around the world. The variety within a portfolio shouldn't be stylistic; it needs to come from the application of a style to different topics, concepts and contexts.

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Penguin Books reveals the Cover Design Award 2024 shortlist

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Louis Martin, Cover Design Award 2024 Shortlist – Fiction Over 1,800 submissions were entered into the Cover Design Awards 2024 hosted by Penguin Books, and the shortlist of 30 hopefuls has just been announced. Everyone likes to think they don't judge a book by its cover, but in reality, we all do to an extent.

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10 Best Online Colleges for a Web Design Degree

Designer Daily

Sessions College Narrow focus on design means a specialized education Flexible and self-paced learning format Personalized mentorship from expert instructors Real-world and hands-on projects meant to build a professional portfolio If youre looking for one of the best online degrees in web design, Sessions College has you covered.

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The eight things illustration agencies are looking for in 2025

Creative Boom

Likewise, illustration agencies are always looking to sign new talent to tap into what creative and art directors currently want in design studios and agencies around the world. The variety within a portfolio shouldn't be stylistic; it needs to come from the application of a style to different topics, concepts and contexts.

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