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Navigating the New AI Generated Creative Landscape
The advent of AI generative art has ushered in a transformative epoch in the creative industries, presenting a paradox of opportunities and challenges that merits a nuanced exploration. As an enthusiast of this burgeoning field, I find myself alternating between admiration for its capabilities and a primal instinct to view it as competition.
Designing a Book Cover for "City of Stolen Magic"
In this blog post I share my process of designing a book cover for the Penguin Book Cover Design Award (2024) for a fictional children's book titled "City of Stolen Magic,". This project is popular with Illustration and design students as it not only strengthens your portfolio but also sharpens your skills in adhering to a specific brief.
Design an easter campaign for ECO EGG’s Green Easter
The Green Easter Campaign was born out of a desire to intertwine the spirit of Easter with a message of sustainability and environmental consciousness. In this post I share the story behind my latest project, ECO EGG, and how artificial intelligence (AI) and Canva has transformed the way I conceptualise, create, and deliver my designs.
A Brief History of Art and Graphic Design
Art and graphic design has evolved throughout history and represents a visual account of changing cultural, social, and technological progression. Each new generation adds their stamp onto history through artistic expression, political and social movements and igniting revolutionary change.
Captivate Your Target Audience with Illustrated Branding and Marketing Material
We've all grown tired of being bombarded with internet advertisements that seem to shout for our attention. The repetitive layouts, stock-style images, and saturated colours used in these ads make it difficult to differentiate one product or service from another. Amidst this sea of visual noise, a company that invests time and creative talent into designing their marketing materials stands out. When an advertisement captures our attention, it shows that the company has taken the effort to create something unique and compelling.