Print is the gift that keeps on giving. Art prints and posters make fantastic presents as they are unique, personal and often uplifting. If you are unsure what to get your loved ones for Christmas, why not select a timeless print that can evoke emotions, brighten a room and inspire? Here, we look at some …
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The Gift of Print
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Decoding Textual Design: The Interface of Content and Aesthetics
It takes more than simply attractive wording to create a cohesive text design. It’s a sophisticated art form that makes the written word more vivid and captivating by bridging the gap between text and images. A closer look at what makes textual design work is provided here: The Elements in Symphony Typography – The conductor …
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The Silence of Growing Things – The Exhibition Not to Miss This Spring
A blend of nature, history, healing and resilience, a new exhibition is coming to Derby this Spring and is not to be missed. Read on to learn all you need about the ‘The Silence of Growing Things’ exhibition. Arjuna Keshvani-Ham and Freya Gabie Artcore Gallery in Derby will host an exhibition of Arjuna Keshvani-Ham and …
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Using Design To Evoke Emotion and Strengthen Connections
Design has the power to ignite feelings and form connections. A website, a product, or even a space can all benefit from using design as a powerful tool for inducing emotion and building relationships with your target audience. This blog discusses how you can use design to its full emotional potential. Study the Wants and …
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The Art of Colour in Movies Over the Years
One of the most effective tools available to filmmakers is colour in movies. It can be utilised to achieve a range of effects, such as expressing emotional meaning or establishing the tone and atmosphere of a movie. This blog discusses the art of colour use in film over the years. Atmosphere, Tone and Colour Setting …
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Street Eyes Exhibit – Typographers, Photographers and Illustrators Unite
Street Eyes, which takes place on December 5 from 6 to 9 p.m. in Manchester’s Chatham Mill, will feature 30 pieces of art, many of which will be for sale to help Add-Art’s charitable endeavours. Anna Devís and Daniel Rueda, two of the biggest names in typography, art, and photography, come together for Micah Purnell’s …
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National Illustration Day – Celebrate Creativity
The Quentin Blake Centre introduces National Illustration Day in the UK on 24th November 2023, so grab your pencils, engage your creative mind and join in! According to the public arts organisation The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, this is the first-ever nationwide celebration of images and the individuals who create them. Read on to …
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Banksy – Why His Work Is Integral to Art and Culture
Banksy is an anonymous graffiti artist, painter, activist, filmmaker, and general provocateur. His street art is well known for being humorous and rebellious and frequently addressing social and political themes. Banksy has become one of the most well-known and significant street artists of all time. His work has been displayed in important places all around …
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Top Illustration Methods to Try This Year
Design is a limitless world, and many illustration methods can be used exclusively or together to create inspirational results. Here, we look at six popular illustration techniques many artists use to produce breathtaking designs. Watercolour Watercolour can produce a wide range of effects, from realistic paintings to abstract images. Because it is reasonably simple to …
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Norwich Castle Rebrand – A Unique Design Technique
Norwich Castle has had a £13 million renovation, and the rebrand involves post-it notes and memory games. The new logo was inspired by doodles drawn by the public, who were handed a Post-it note and pen and given 10 seconds to recreate Norwich Castle from memory. Here we look at what the renovation of Norwich …
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Colours Festival – Camden Market
Camden has it all – and this autumn, it also has the exciting colours festival. Why not Dive into this street art experience’s vibrant environment?Camden is known for its eclectic mix of creativity, eccentric and diverse style and thriving nightlife. Whether it’s second-hand clothing, street food or strolls by the lock you enjoy. Read on …
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YUK FUN – Design and Illustration
YUK FUN is an incredibly talented duo of designers and illustrators who design and create unique illustrated apparel from Portslade-by-Sea, UK. This vibrant independent label makes pieces for lovers of animals, vibrant colours, and above all, fun. Almost a Decade of Fun and Colourful Design Lucy Cheung and Patrick Gildersleeves met while studying art and …
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Refurbishing Buildings and Structures – Pt1
Large, dated buildings and structures might be difficult to renovate, but they can also be hugely gratifying. This blog looks at things to consider when refurbishing historical and large buildings and some examples of well-known structures that have been through the process. What to Consider When Refurbishing Older Structures There are some important things to …
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Concepts Fuelling Creative Trends This Year
There’s no denying that the last few years have been eventful and seen many unexpected turns and events. This impacts trends and inspires new ways of thinking. Consumers buy differently; their needs and circumstances change as the world changes. Technology, the need for sustainability and evolving fashion all influence creativity and trends We have created …
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People Will Always Need Plates
In a 1988 BT advert Maureen Lipman told her son Antony, who hadn’t done well in his GCSEs but did pass pottery, that ‘people will always need plates’. Ex-RCA ceramist Hannah Dipper and designer Robin Farquhar used Pauline’s wise words for the name of their business. People Will Always Need Plates brings high quality, low …
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The Iconic Style of Wes Anderson – What to Expect From Asteroid City
Wes Anderson is an American Auteur known for his distinctive style and quirky comedies, playing a pivotal role in contemporary cinema. This blog looks at Wes Anderson’s impressive back catalogue as well as what we should expect from Asteroid City. About Wes Anderson Due to his unique aesthetic, Wes Anderson fans often recognise his work …
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The Most Celebrated Art and Fashion Collaborations
Art and fashion rely on creative designs, but they are distinctively different. There is much more room for free creative reign within art, whereas fashion relies on an ever-changing industry and trends. For many years fashion designers have looked to artists for inspiration, which has led to some outstanding and iconic collaborations. Here we look …
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London Exhibitions Not to be Missed
London is a treasure trove of art, creativity and entertainment. There are so many exciting exhibitions in this city, how do you know where to put your attention? From street art to exhibitions, the weird and wonderful to Japanese art, there is something for everyone in the coming months. We are here to help you …
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Okomito Animated Typeface
A beautiful animation titled Okomito with the type design created by Hanken Design Co and the animation and illustrations by Jesper Bolther.
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Park Groot Vijversburg
Park Groot Vijversburg is a beautiful park located in the small town of Tytsjerk, in the northernmost province of The Netherlands named Friesland, which has been open to the public since 1892.
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Hoxton Mini Press
It all began a few years ago when photographer Martin Usborne saw 86 1/2 year old Joseph Markovich wandering the streets of Hoxton Square.
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