Creative Boom

MARCH 31, 2024

Image licensed via Adobe Stock We all make mistakes, but it's about what you learn from them that matters. We share some creative stories about when things went wrong and the takeaways that followed. It's April Fool's Day, but most of us don't really need a special day to be foolish. Cue me driving around taking them down.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 5, 2024

As it celebrates its 18th anniversary, we caught up with founder Cathy Olmedillas to hear about what she's learnt on the way, how she's taking Anorak to new markets, and what creatives should keep in mind when embarking on fresh ventures. Talent isn't all about having tons of experience. They grow up so fast.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 13, 2023

mm headphone plug and jack in cross section © Open Circuits Open Circuits, a recently released book from No Starch Press , delves into the mysterious, microscopic world of everyday electronics by sanding them down and cutting them open to reveal their hidden complexities. There were definitely real surprises along the way.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

From the screens we tap on, the movies we clap for, the transit system we navigate or the books we cosy up with, typography is around us all the time. That's why we're excited to hear about a new initiative from a collective of Canadian designers, historians, educators and volunteers.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

We chat with Josh Kay and Jamie White about how they graduated from the Arts University Bournemouth, founded their own agency and took on the world. And if you don't believe us, just take a look at some of the creatives who've emerged from AUB to make their own mark on the world. "We

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We And The Color

JULY 9, 2021

How Design Makes Us Think: And Feel and Do Things, a book by graphic designer Sean Adams and published by Princeton Architectural Press. Feel free to click on the following link to get further information about this fine publication. How Design Makes Us Think, a book published by Princeton Architectural Press.

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Creative Boom

AUGUST 21, 2023

I was working as a photographer at a press conference for a launch of health services to teenagers, and there she was: Shannon, with a voice I had never found, reading a poem addressed to the professionals, pleading to be understood and not judged. As I stepped into adolescence, all of this became my identity," she continues.

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Creative Boom

MAY 3, 2023

Safe suburban life, playing with friends on bikes until our parents called us for dinner. As an established illustrator in the United States, we wanted to know how illustration has changed since he began his career in the 2000s and whether he's worried about AI and the future of creativity. I just wasn't sure how to go about it.

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Just Creative

MAY 23, 2023

You’ll learn about this idea a lot in graphic design, among many others. By understanding how to communicate with your customers, you can learn more about what they need and want from you. Image Credits: Amazon We were curious about the title and discovered it references the Tinkertoy Construction Set. Buy on Amazon 4.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 21, 2024

It is worrying to think about how many stories are being lost because there's no space to share them or certain experiences might be considered taboo. Enter Progress Press , an independent, female-founded publisher on a mission to fill the gaping hole in our bookshelves with unique stories of lived experience.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 5, 2023

We chat with him about the importance of persistence, why you should trust your instincts, and why relationships are so important. I was in Marks & Spencer buying socks, and he called me to say: 'Can you do a job for us?' It's more about being nice to people and doing a good job. For Chris, it's largely about instinct.

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Moo

JULY 26, 2023

If you’ve got something to shout about – such as a new album launch – a press box is a great tool to amplify your message. For the launch itself, Kesha’s PR team, RCA Records , pulled together an exciting press box of goodies to share with the media. Did we say album launch? Yes, we did.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The nature of the series meant I didn't need to worry about a coherent plot or resolution to the story – or character arcs, internal logic, or any level of realism." Anything goes, but only as far as Lloyd himself could read about or imagine, although we did take a few liberties." Printing presses made out of potato or something!"

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Creative Boom

JUNE 5, 2023

Based in South-East London, Alice's joyful work spans packaging design, murals, book illustrations, brand identities, animations, shop displays and more, all united by her deft line work, distinctive use of black ink and charming creatures. Tell us about your sketching habits. What made you want to become an illustrator?

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Building your skills as an illustrator is mainly about practice, practice, practice. Even if that isn't the case, refreshing your familiarity with and understanding of the basics of art theory is a great way to get re-enthused about your discipline, reinvigorate your practice, and give you fresh ideas about approaching specific projects.

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Creative Boom

JUNE 21, 2022

Either way, we're not talking about (occasionally uncaring) multinational chains but people who care about the planet and strive to lessen the environmental impact of the processes and materials they use. The methods they use means there are always minor imperfections, giving the clothes a uniquely hand-crafted, organic feel.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 31, 2024

Nikos was about to make an extraordinary move of his own in the shape of identities for fictional brands that exist in alternative timelines. Even after the first chapter of the time travel branding trilogy was presented at the prestigious ATYPI in New York, people were talking about the surreal element of his work.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 5, 2022

Whatever political and social problems America has right now, there's something about its wide, open spaces, imbued with centuries of popular romanticism, that's utterly compelling. Many of us would love to roam this vast, comparatively empty nation. Moreover, he was enthusiastic about meeting another travelling punk.".

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Creative Boom

MARCH 23, 2023

Whenever a famous logo gets redesigned, you'll find people up in arms about it. After all, there are so many other positive things to talk about and talented people to promote in the creative world. This new one is lame and boring, and nobody will care about it to the point that it will disappear on its own."

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Inkbot Design

DECEMBER 21, 2022

They offer you the chance to learn about design principles, explore creative ideas , and even get inspired to learn more about your industry. I'm a designer and often think about design when working on projects. It's a great introduction to the design world and a valuable resource for those interested in learning more about it.

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Creative Boom

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Success as a graphic designer isn't just about the work itself. It's not always about followers In the social media age, it's easy to fall victim to the idea that self-promotion is about increasing your follower count. Do high-end clients care about your Instagram? Probably not."

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

My films are not about presenting facts and information, but trying to present the subjects in a uniquely-cinematic manner," says Morgen. "I Most people, take Kurt Cobain, for instance, get annoyed when they have to do press interviews and have to talk about the same thing. And he was scrupulous about collecting these.

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Spine Magazine

MARCH 4, 2021

We welcome you to another in our ongoing feature in which notable book cover designer Jordan Wannemacher periodically highlights a selection of recent university press cover designs. If you are a book cover creative and want your work or the work of your department reviewed by Jordan be sure to get in touch with us!

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Eye on Design

AUGUST 1, 2022

Cita Press is a library and press devoted to curating, highlighting, publishing, and promoting works written by women. We asked Cita’s Project and Editorial Coordinator Jessi Haley to share some of her favorite reads and tell us a bit more about the project. Courtesy Cita Press. “We

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Spine Magazine

APRIL 9, 2021

We welcome you to another in our ongoing feature in which notable book cover designer Jordan Wannemacher periodically highlights a selection of recent university press cover designs. If you are a book cover creative and want your work or the work of your department reviewed by Jordan be sure to get in touch with us! Well done Phil.

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Design Milk

JUNE 30, 2021

When it comes to making coffee, the French press is an easy, efficient and intuitive method, which is why many coffee lovers start their foray into coffee gear with this accessible product. The Clara uses an Enhanced Filtration Mesh to ensure very minimal particles make it into your cup for a complex, full-bodied brew.

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Inkbot Design

JUNE 17, 2022

There are a few reasons to be excited about letterpress printing: Letterpress is the oldest form of printing in the world. The traditional form is hand letterpress printing, using inked stamps to transfer ink to paper. Most letterpress printers use a hand-operated mechanism called a press to apply the ink to the fabric or paper.

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Azure Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Apart from introducing us to some of cinema and television’s most memorable onscreen sets, the Twin Peaks mastermind also designed Silencio , a Parisian nightclub opened in 2011 that takes inspiration from the venue that Betty (played by Naomi Watts) and Rita (Laura Harring) visit in Mulholland Drive. It was, in other words, textbook Lynch.

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UX Collective

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

How we shape our technology, and our technology shape us Illustrated by Jean-Marc Côté New technological concepts emerge at such a frenetic pace that they are impossible to predict. Not long ago, we were talking about Tesla’s electric car, Web3, or the GPT-3 idea, which improved artificial intelligence. But how do they influence us?

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Spine Magazine

JULY 26, 2022

We here at Spine are thrilled to reveal the cover of Orlando Ortega-Medina 's new novel The Fitful Sleep of Immigrants , an extraordinary tale about the value of family and friendship, loyalty, and love, in the face of adversity. Forced to flee our homes because of intolerable situations imposed on us by those in power.

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Feature Shoot

OCTOBER 27, 2021

Asaro Stuffed Sweet Potatoes © Zoe Alakija , courtesy Hoxton Mini Press. Groundnut Stew © Zoe Alakija , courtesy Hoxton Mini Press. “Of course, being around a farm too makes you constantly think about the reality of meat and other animal products, how these products are made and where they come from.

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Design Milk

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

to life, heated aluminum is passed through a press to shape it, a process known as extrusion. Its properties make it an ideal choice for a wide range of applications, and our commitment to reducing CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030 positions us at the forefront of more sustainable innovation. To learn more about the Bello!

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UX Collective

JUNE 1, 2023

AI-powered analysis features In February, Ted Chiang made a simple point about AI that struck a chord: “starting with a blurry copy of unoriginal work isn’t a good way to create original work.” He made this argument about using AI to create a first draft of any written work, but the reality check felt bigger.

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Spine Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Here she tells us about what it was like to design the covers for her own book. At the book launch for Same Same , someone (it might have been me) asked book designer turned author Peter Mendelsund about the experience of designing his own book’s cover. Killed covers for Book*Hug Press. Killed covers for Unnamed Press.

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Creative Review

AUGUST 27, 2021

Penguin Press’s Tom Etherington created the ethereal covers. The book jackets champion subtle, rainbow hues and focus largely on natural imagery – drawing inspiration from the world around us.

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Eye on Design

JULY 5, 2022

“I had many friends and colleagues producing significant work which at that time, didn’t have a natural publishing outlet in the US.” Princeton Architectural Press agreed to publish his new series, ultimately producing three books under the title, Inventory Books. .

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Eye on Design

JULY 11, 2022

This year, Breakdown Press has released an expanded anniversary edition of the futurist encyclopedia, which meticulously documents and illustrates peculiar creatures that could exist 50 million years after the extinction of the human species. Courtesy of Breakdown Press. Courtesy of Breakdown Press. Courtesy of Breakdown Press.

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