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Showcase: Doméstico identity

Estudio Manifiesto Futura tapped the Mexican spirit in their identity work for a new bar

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The power of the creative blog

How blogging can be a route to creative and commercial success

May 24, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Do it right and blogging can be a route to creative and commercial success, as three design professionals explain to Rob Carney
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Creativity helpers

Software tools to help you unleash your talent on demand

May 12, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Do you need some creative enhancement? Try these software tools to help you unleash your talent on demand
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10 ideas for a better portfolio

10 ideas to make your online portfolio stand out

May 12, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Struggling for ways to present your work to potential clients? Here are 10 ideas to make your online portfolio stand out
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Inkfluential

How tattoo culture is influencing designers and brands

May 12, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Tom Dennis explores the growing number of designers and brands taking their cues from tattoo culture
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20 ways to beat the creative block

Beat the block and keep the inspiration juices flowing

May 11, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Struggling for that killer idea? Here are 20 expert tips for beating the block and keeping the inspiration juices flowing
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Hands-on with Adobe Color Lava for iPad

Adobe's plans for integrating the iPad into your workflow

May 06, 2011 | Be the first to comment

With CS5.5 Adobe has plans for integrating the iPad into your workflow. Steve Caplin takes a look.
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2011 Degree Show Listings

Our complete listing of this year's graduate end-of-year exhibitions

April 28, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Don't miss out on your first glance at the latest generation of design talent - it's our complete listing of this year's graduate end-of-year exhibitions
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Web glossary

Here's our collection of vital terminology for design on the web

April 27, 2011 | Be the first to comment

We're sure this whole internet thing's just a fad, but in the meantime here's our collection of vital terminology for design on the web
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Eight great InDesign plug-ins

Expand your InDesign with eight of the latest plug-ins available

April 20, 2011 | 4 comments

Expand your toolset and make your workflow more efficient with eight of the latest InDesign plug-ins available for creative designers.
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Work with creative trends

Anne Wollenberg gathers 40 tips for finding new trends

April 19, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Anne Wollenberg gathers 40 tips for finding new trends, including how - or how not - to incorporate fashionable ideas into your work.
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10 ways to be more efficient

10 pro tips for running your studio like a well-oiled machine

April 18, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Follow our 10 pro tips for running your studio like a well-oiled machine and you'll see an improvement in productivity and morale.
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What's next for digital publishing?

How new technologies are shaping the future of editorial design

April 12, 2011 | Be the first to comment

As tablet-based publishing steps up, Tom Dennis finds out what new technologies and skillsets are shaping the future of editorial design
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10 Ways To Make Clients Love You

April 06, 2011 | 1 comment

In the creative industry, a good rep is worth its weight in gold. But what really keeps clients happy? We pass on some revealing truths.
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Mobile glossary

April 05, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Scared of mobile design because of all the technical terminology? Fear not! We're back with another collection of the words you need to know.
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Trend spotter's guide to 2011

March 29, 2011 | Be the first to comment

From a resurgence of the traditional to new web-based wonders, expert creatives give Charlotte Rivers their insider insights on this year's emerging trends
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Get ready for 3D

March 22, 2011 | Be the first to comment

If you think that 3D movies are a big yawn, soon you won't be able to move for things occupying that 3D space in front of your face, says Jason Arber.
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The third dimension

March 16, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Interested in 3D video but confused about what it means and how to make it happen? This introduction to 3D technology will get you on the right track
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Photomontage comes of age

March 15, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Ever since the launch of Photoshop, photomontage has been evolving for commercial applications and experimental personal work. Charlotte Rivers digs up the latest trends and techniques
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Motion glossary

March 08, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Never feel left out of a motion-related conversation again; here are all the key (frame) words you need to know
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Making clients' cash work harder

How do you work for a client on a tight budget?

March 01, 2011 | Be the first to comment

Clients want more for their creative and marketing money than ever before. But how do you come up with innovative, inspiring designs that work for a client on a tight budget?
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Map the new freelance landscape

February 22, 2011 | Be the first to comment

In an ever-shifting market it pays to move with the times. We look at how you can progress into 2011's key freelance growth areas.