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

Creative Boom

It was equally crucial to ensure that the brand didn't come across as too polished or sterile, reflecting both a comedic edge and expert storytelling to be able to carry serious historical topics. Typography followed a similar logic, inspired by pulp novels, propaganda posters, and newspaper headlines.

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Why TYPEONE magazine is a must-read for graphic designers

Creative Boom

From books and newspapers to posters, billboards and signage, typographical designs need to work as much in the analogue world on screens. Photography by Yeshen Venema Issue 05 Guest-edited by The Brand Identity, this issue explores the topic of branding and typography. But we're the first to admit that will only get you so far.

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

Creative Boom

Classified is the 11th title published by Standards Manual, and it's a topic that's close to Hamish's heart. "As As I note in the foreword, my first office job was at my local newspaper, designing classified ads," he explains. But beyond that, it's interesting to examine the often overlooked, everyday design that surrounds us all.

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Collages by Carolyn Beehler of the best small town in America during the pandemic

Creative Boom

Carolyn Beehler takes hundreds of pieces from magazines and newspapers, cuts them by hand and then brings them together in collaged artworks on canvas that to the untrained eye would still pass as brushstrokes. Illustrating a topic or situation will give you insights you can't unearth in other mediums or dark corners of the internet.

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35 Free Google Docs Templates in 2023 for Commercial or Personal Use

Graphic Design Junction

Get a template Simple Newspaper Template It’s a simple layout for a newspaper. All you need to do is add your news and photos and send the finished newspaper to readers. Get a template Bill Of Sale Template The sale and purchase agreement template is useful for companies, freelancers and the self-employed.

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Showcasing illustration work: how to create your best portfolio

Creative Boom

Because whether you're sharing your showcase with an art director at a creative agency, an editor at a newspaper or magazine, or a course leader at a university, they're more than likely to be time-pressed people who want to decide in a matter of minutes, if not seconds.

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A helpful guide to marketing for creative freelancers who want to quit Instagram

Creative Boom

Writing consistently about one topic will always be a viable marketing strategy," says Tom Berry , brand strategist and creative director at Studio Bennu. But the more links you have, the better – particularly from higher-quality sites like those of universities, newspapers or renowned brands. Think about how you can help people.

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