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Wide-format printers - supersize your creativity
Wide-format printing used to mean outsourcing to a printer. Richard Wentk investigates whether the technology is a worthwhile in-house investment.
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The future of green packaging
Consideration for the environment shouldn't stand in the way of good design. Darren Smith looks at innovative packages that don't cost the Earth. -
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By designers for designers
Craig Grannell talks to the creative talent and publishing companies behind the best new books by and about designers and illustrators. -
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Supersize design
As the canvas gets bigger, so does the risk and the reward. Mark Penfold talks to the designers and illustrators whose work succeeds on a grand scale. -
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Live performance graphics
With live music drawing in audiences like never before, Mark Ramshaw takes a closer look at the opportunities for artists designing the posters, merchandise and show visuals that can turn a gig into a feast for the senses. -
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Rich internet apps - design and development
It's no longer just about . New technologies are easing some of the burden of creating rich media experiences on the internet and developing platform-agnostic apps. Michael Burns looks at what this change means for designers. -
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The music design revolution
Within just a few short years, design for the music industry has altered beyond recognition. Lawrence Zeegen asks what this means for today's designers. -
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Argentina
An economic recession stopped Argentina from competing on the global design scene, but now it is storming back. Andy Polaine looks at the designers putting the country back on the map. -
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Illustration Today and Tomorrow
Illustration is booming again, after years when photography was more popular with art directors. Craig Grannell finds out why, and whether the trend is set to last. -
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In praise of Pixelsurgeon
The hugely popular design portal Pixelsurgeon has breathed its last. Site creator Jason Arber takes you behind the scenes. -
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The new patrons of design
Artists from Michelangelo to Shakespeare relied on support from wealthy individuals. Today patrons are more likely to be companies funding competitions, awards and sponsorship. Graeme Aymer explores how corporate contributors and designers benefit from the deal. -
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Logo design & inspiration
From bricks-and-mortar high street names to online communities and social networking sites, logos are everywhere. Defining brands, lifestyle aspirations and, as Nick Spence discovers, much great design. -
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Insider's guide to fashion
The fashion industry is a multi-headed beast that operates on many levels and can take an outsider years to understand. Here, fashion and textile designer Jenny Udale spills the beans on what makes the industry tick... -
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The art of abstract
At the cutting edge of illustration, Craig Grannell explores the artists who aim to inspire and engage the imagination. -
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The new art of pop promos
By directly connecting artist and audience, the internet has shattered traditional constraints on musical creativity. Mark Penfold explores how pop videos have evolved in response. -
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Living in a black and white world
Black-and-white design; a case of 'less is more' or 'form follows function'? Lawrence Zeegen examines the resurgence in monochrome working methods and its graphic language... -
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Trends 2008
Top designers give us their views on 2007 and their predictions for 2008, and tell us why the industry desperately needs a shake-up. -
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Fine art and inspiration
Design is a fast-moving, technology-fuelled industry. Yet a surprising number of designers find classical and fine art a huge source of inspiration. -
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Logo secrets
Ever-evolving media demand ever-more innovative ways of capturing attention. Tom Dennis looks at the trends taking logo design by storm and the pioneering ways designers are creating cutting-edge branding. -
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Porn for the creative soul
Award ceremonies and design competitions are a dime a dozen. Are they worth the price of admission? Jason Arber has mixed feelings. -
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Designers and copyright
Be it a copyright, trademark or patent, ideas have a monetary value. Briffa solicitor Silas Brown explains all to Graeme Aymer.
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