In our daily lives, we often say "sorry" when we want to apologise out of politeness. But this inspiring comic strip by New York-based illustrator Yao Xiao, shows us why it's better to say "thank you" and compliment the other party rather than saying sorry and excusing yourself all the time. Check it out below. … [Read more...]
20 Beautiful, Minimalist Images Of Architecture
'Minimal Pure' is a beautiful series of cool-toned images by Istanbul-based art director Feridun Akgüngör. He blends teal and cyan gradients of the sky with glimpses of architecture to create calm, minimalist images that have a soothing effect. Check them out below. … [Read more...]
This Artist Turns Scrap Metal Into Incredible Animal Sculptures
Inspired by the native wildlife in his hometown in rural West Wales, artist and animal lover J. K. Brown creates incredibly detailed animal sculptures from fragments of discarded metal (talk about creative recycling). He patiently reassembles these pieces into wonderful metal models of birds, butterflies, horses and even dragons! The process, he says, is a calming antidote to … [Read more...]
National Geographic’s Top 20 Photos Of The Year
National Geographic has released a roundup of the most popular photographs from its 'Photo of the Day' section. For this year's shortlist, NatGeo looked at the number of shares, likes and comments the photos received across social media. Here are the top 20. … [Read more...]
Two Students Made A Johnnie Walker Ad So Powerful, It’s Being Called One Of The Best Ads Ever
Hoping to make it big in the advertising business, film students Daniel Titz and Dorian Lebherz came up with an epic spec ad for Johnnie Walker, with no brief whatsoever. Titled "Dear Brother", the 90 second spot was directed by the creative duo and produced by their school, the Film Academy of Baden-Württemberg in Germany. The film shows two brothers walking along the … [Read more...]
Wonderful Social Experiment Shows People’s Reactions To Being Told They’re Beautiful
Shea Glover, an 18-year-old student at the Chicago High School for the Arts, conducted an interesting social experiment where she captured people's reactions to being told they're beautiful. She put people in front of her camera and told them "I'm taking pictures of things I find beautiful." The responses are heartwarming and will definitely put a smile on your face. Check them … [Read more...]
Beautiful Typographic Art Created With Food Items
Utah-based designer and lettering artist Becca Clason creates beautiful typographic art using food products and other items. She handles everything from prop styling to art direction, photography and post-production. Her clients include Disney, American Express, Kellog's, Citibank and L'Oréal to name a few. Check out some of her work below. It's the yummiest thing you'll see … [Read more...]
45 Awesome Logo Animations
They're smooth, they're slick, they're cool and they're quick. Check out these 45 brilliant logo animations that pop right off the screen. … [Read more...]
Watch This Talented Paper Artist Create An Incredibly Detailed Model Of An Airbus A380
Singapore Airlines roped in American designer and paper artist Luca Iaconi-Stewart to meticulously carve out the interior and exterior of an Airbus A380, for their new campaign titled "No Detail Is Too Small". Over 3,000 hand-cut pieces from 100 manila envelopes were used for this intricately detailed project that took 1,000 hours to complete. The seats were designed at a scale … [Read more...]
UTEC And Agency FCB Create Plant-Powered Lamps For Peru Villages With No Electricity
Nuevo Saposoa is a small town/village of the Shipibo-Conibo tribe, located in the eastern Amazonian region of Ucayali in Peru. The National Institute of Information and Statistics (INEI) reports that 65% of the population lacks access to electricity. After the flood in March, most of the cables were damaged or destroyed. Students use kerosene lamps which is bad for eyesight and … [Read more...]
45 Clever Typographic Logos Of Common Words We Use Every Day
California-based design studio Quillo Creative has come up with a series of impressive typographic logos of common words we use every day. They've combined, altered, and replaced letters with visuals that symbolize the word. For example, the letters 'H' and 'A' in the word SHAVE have been designed to look like a razor. The 'M' in CAMP looks like a tent. The words 'H' and 'E' … [Read more...]
Russian Artist Uses Beautiful Backdrops Of Nature To Fill Paper Cut-Outs Of Animals
Russian journalist and art lover Nikolai Tolstyh uses natural landscapes and backgrounds to fill paper cut-outs of animals. It seems like a simple idea but Tolstyh's craftsmanship and choice of backdrops creates beautiful visuals that are a must see. Check it out below. … [Read more...]
IKEA Turned Children’s Drawings Into Real Soft Toys To Raise Money For Charity
As part of its 'Soft Toys for Education' campaign, IKEA donates one dollar/euro for every soft toy sold in participating stores in November and December every year. The donations go to UNICEF, Save the Children and various other educational projects. … [Read more...]
36 Brilliant User Interface Animations
Animated interface elements reveal the process and functionality of a UI much better than static text. They enhance user experience and help guide user flow. Like any other element of good design, UI animations should have a purpose. They should be functional without being overly flashy. … [Read more...]
Elderly People Look At Their Younger Reflections In This Beautiful Photo Series By Tom Hussey
'Reflections of The Past' is an award-winning photo series by commercial advertising photographer Tom Hussey. The photographs show an elderly person looking pensively at the reflection of his/her younger self in the mirror. Hussey was inspired by a World War II veteran who said “I can’t believe I’m going to be 80. I feel like I just came back from the war. I look in the … [Read more...]
Beautiful, Hand-Lettered Logos Of Countries From A To Z
Alphabet of the Countries™ is a non-commercial, just-for-fun project by art director Pavel Zertsikel at Zergutdesign Studio. The idea was to make 26 hand-lettered logotypes, from A to Z, based on common notions of a particular country. The logos were to be hand drawn and created without the use of fonts (allowed for small captions only). The end result is a beautiful … [Read more...]
10 Clever Animal Logos Created With Negative Space
Using negative space with subtle perfection, NY designer George Bokhua has created an adorably clever collection of animal logos. Most of these would make great tattoo designs as well. If you're a design freak and an animal lover, this will make your day. … [Read more...]
Amazing One-Line Illustrations Made With A Single, Continuous Pencil Stroke
French artist Christophe Louis (a.k.a. Quibe) specialises in one-line illustrations, i.e. drawings made with a single stroke without lifting the pencil. His style is minimal with abstract strokes that form recognisable shapes. The end result is beautiful to say the least. Check out some of his illustrations below. … [Read more...]
36 Inspiring Quotes On Typography That Every Designer Should Live By
Los Angeles-based graphic designer Bill Dawson has designed a wonderful collection of posters featuring typography quotes from famous designers and type artists. Titled 'Typethos', the project shares tips and words of wisdom from design greats such as Paul Rand, Erik Spiekermann, John Boardley and more. Check it out below. … [Read more...]
33 Brilliant Ads With Amazing Art Direction
Even the best advertising idea can get ruined if the art direction is not spot on. The design and execution of any campaign is as important as the idea itself. Good art direction makes the message the hero. It makes the consumer think about the product, the brand, and its benefits. Today's post is a compilation of the finest examples of design, illustration, typography, … [Read more...]
20 Leading Artists Share 20 Useful Tips That’ll Make You A Better Designer
To grow in any profession, we need to learn from the experiences of those who've been in the game for long. As research for her online workshop, illustrator Salli Swindell asked 20 leading artists to share one piece of advise that would be helpful to other illustrators. Needless to say, these tips apply to everyone in the design business. Here's what they had to say. … [Read more...]
For Designers And Art Lovers – A Beautiful, Informative Video On How Ink Is Made
Here's a wonderful short film by The Printing Ink Company in Canada that takes us through the process, techniques and craft of ink creation. The company shares the methods they use to create every color in the PANTONE spectrum, the challenges they face and the attention to detail that goes into making every jar of ink. The film brings to life the passion and joy of color … [Read more...]
Designer Creates Beautiful Logo For 2020 Tokyo Olympics And The Internet Is Loving It
Spain-based Japanese graphic designer KanKan has created a brilliant logo concept for the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, that's winning the internet. Check it out below. … [Read more...]
27 Useful Design Tips Explained With Beautiful, Inspiring Graphics
Poppie Pack, senior graphic designer at Canva, has put together a handy list of design tips complemented by beautiful images with inspiring quotes. From typography and layout to image editing and color usage, the list covers some crucial aspects of design that both newbies and professionals will appreciate. We've shortlisted 27 of our favourites to share with you. Check them … [Read more...]
This IBM Engineer Quit His Job To Pursue Photography; These Photos Prove It Was A Good Idea
Amsterdam-based Eelco Roos was an IT specialist at IBM for over 10 years but his first love had always been photography. While waiting for a train one day, he started using Instagram and got hooked onto it immediately. He decided to show others how easy it was to take gorgeous smartphone photos with just some basic photography skills. … [Read more...]
This Heartwarming Stunt By Coke Reminds Us To Never Judge People By Their Appearance
According to a clinical psychology study, it only takes seven seconds for us to judge a person when we first meet them. In Ramadan, the month of goodness, Coca-Cola wanted to remind everyone not to base their opinions on appearances. They conducted a social experiment where they invited six different people to an Iftar (evening meal after the Ramadan fast) in a pitch-dark room … [Read more...]
Artist Creates Fascinating Visuals By Cleverly Placing Two Different Photos Side By Side
'ComboPhoto' is an intriguing personal project by Atlanta-based art/creative director Stephen McMennamy. He clicks photographs of two different objects, splits them in half and places them next to each other to form a funny, quirky mash-up that boggles the mind. No Photoshop, just clever photography and placement. Check it out below. … [Read more...]
This Artist Completes His Cut-Out Sketches Using Skies And Sceneries As Backdrops
Architect, visual artist and fashion illustrator Shamekh Al-Bluwi has found an ingenious way to combine his passions. The half Saudi, half Jordanian artist uses skies, buildings and everyday patterns to 'fill' his cut-out sketches. The end-results are brilliant to say the least. Check them out below. … [Read more...]
This Genius Device Makes It Easier For Elderly And Disabled People To Cross The Road
In Brazil, 3 out of every 10 car run-overs involve elderly people. The Brazilian Ministry of Health reported over 2,700 cases of run-over deaths for elderly people in 2012. The Curitiba City Hall wanted to make the roads safer and more accessible for the elderly and the disabled. … [Read more...]
19 Inspiring Quotes Every Designer Will Relate To
There are good days and there are days when you just can't get those creative juices flowing. Wether you're a rookie or a seasoned professional, every designer needs a little inspiration from time to time. Today's post features 18 inspiring quotes that are meant to get you back into the driver's seat, incase you're facing designer's block. Check them out below. … [Read more...]
From A To Z, These Superhero-Themed Alphabets Are Super Cool
'Superbet' is a superhero-themed alphabet series by Sydney-based illustrator and art director Simon Koay. Each alphabet corresponds to the initial of a superhero and has been designed in 3D using elements from their costumes and weapons. For example, the letter B features Batman's cape and cowl with two pointed ears protruding from the top of the letter. The two arms on the … [Read more...]
This Brilliant Comic Strip On Rich Vs Poor Upbringing Shows What Privilege Is All About
Auckland-based illustrator Toby Morris reminds us that not everyone gets the same privileges in life, with this brilliant comic titled "On a Plate." The illustrations depict the story of two individuals born into different households and how their backgrounds and families play a huge role in the kind of opportunities they get in life. Through simple visuals and relatable … [Read more...]
WWF Uses Photos Taken By Animals And Birds To Raise Money For Endangered Species
To raise funds for the preservation of endangered species, WWF Spain and stock photography site Latinstock came up with a brilliant project titled Animal Copyrights. They mounted lightweight harnesses with tiny cameras on to animals and birds and captured breathtaking views of their natural environment. They then selected the best photos and created a collection that was put up … [Read more...]
17 Amazing 3D Graffiti Artworks That Look Like They’re Floating In Mid-Air
Portuguese street artist Sergio Odeith creates anamorphic 3D graffiti art that, from a certain angle, looks like it's floating in mid-air. His work has been showcased at the Museum of Public Art (Louisiana), Brazilian Museum for Sculpture (São Paulo) and Meeting of Styles (Alemanha), to name a few. Odeith has also created large scale murals for enterprises such as Coca-Cola, … [Read more...]
In This Mall, Holograms Of Disabled People Appear If You Try To Park In Their Space
More than 30% of the drivers in Russia take disabled parking spaces without caring about the signs on the ground. Dislife, a Russian non-profit organisation, came up with a powerful campaign to stop this inconsiderate behaviour. They installed projections of a real disabled person that popped up every time a non-disabled driver tried to park in their space. Special cameras … [Read more...]
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