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New book from Counter-Print explores the power of icons in modern design

Creative Boom

Deep dive As you'd expect from Counter-Print, the book deeply dives into the topic. Apple's beautifully crafted emojis and Animoji illustrate the ongoing innovation in this field. It all adds up to a fascinating investigation into an important topic that most designers rarely pay much attention to.

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How Tellart is designing sensory spaces to inspire the public imagination

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Verhage echoes this sentiment, noting that Tellart's work considers both physical and digital realities as inseparable parts of modern experience. "We "Experiences shape our lives, and we experience the world via our bodies, not just our minds. We acknowledge our immaterial reality," she explains.

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That back-to-school feeling: how to boost your creative skills this autumn

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The importance of reading Whether you're pursuing formal studies or not, it's always important to read books, articles, and essays related to your field. Indeed, by exploring topics outside your usual interests, you'll typically bring fresh perspectives into your work, leading to more creative solutions: a real win-win. "A

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What is Sketching and Why a Designer Needs It

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And it also works as a tool to help explore a topic and develop ideas: sketching is an opportunity to better understand a subject, find a solution to a problem, or document a finding. So I think sketching is a universal tool, both for design and for other creative fields. Other fields and professions also use quick drawings: 1.

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The power of self-belief: why quiet confidence is essential for creative professionals

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And as you project that confidence, more people will take note of you. You can also read the full discussion of this topic on Threads and X. Harness rejection to build resilience In creative fields, rejection is often an unavoidable part of the journey. That, in turn, will make you feel more confident. A virtuous circle.

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What's next for graphic design, according to industry insiders?

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Graphic design is an ever-evolving field, shaped by new technologies, changing consumer behaviours, and broader cultural shifts. Despite much discussion around this topic, he argues there's still a huge problem with diversity in the creative industry. He ends on a positive note. "I So you can't stand still for too long.

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8 of the best new courses on business development for creatives

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Topics covered include building clean project templates, optimising your file structure, treating email like an artform, understanding the building blocks of a strong invoice and staying above the law. Note that this course is in Spanish with English subtitles. Sheri Riley knows how you feel.