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Crusha's new identity is a mashup of American diners, Grease and teenage rebellion: https://lnkd.in/d4DAVMkD Bristol design studio Outlaw has reimagined the original milkshake syrup to appeal to a new generation of milkshake lovers without losing its 1950s-inspired Americana roots. It has also added one cool cat to revamp its beloved feline mascot. #brandidentity #identitydesign #graphicdesign #designstudio #graphicdesigning #designislife #creativeboom 👀
Design Army®'s 'wonderfully weird' campaign for Hong Kong Ballet's 45th anniversary is inventive and culturally rich, one that reimagines classical ballet with a playful twist. It features punk rockers, a spaceship, and tutu-wearing green aliens. And it's all inspired by a crazy mashup of Degas' ballerina portraits, the Renaissance era, punk, and hip hop: https://lnkd.in/eWZ_zbsf #advertising #film #filmmaking #photography #campaign #campaignnews #creativeindustries #designstudio #creativeboom Credit: Design Army & Dean Alexander (director)
How do you strike the perfect balance between adulthood and inner child? Mother Design reveals its own inspired approach in a new identity for the popular beverage Air Up: https://lnkd.in/eDPc4bAD #brandidentity #identitydesign #graphicdesign #graphicdesigning #designstudio Mother Design #creativeboom
Why do today's visual artists need to be multi-disciplined masters? We explain all: https://lnkd.in/eMn4hGPa #creativeindustry #creatives #visualart #visualartists #visualcommunications #creativeeducation #creativeboom #inassociationwith Visual Education 👀
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🎙️ New Episode Alert! 🎙️ In our latest episode of The Creative Boom Podcast, I had an inspiring conversation with Clara Gaggero Westaway, co-founder of Special Projects, about the transformative power of design. Clara shared her insights on turning everyday frustrations into delightful experiences and the mission of designers to create magical, frictionless user experiences. Key highlights include: - The journey of founding Special Projects and navigating challenges like recessions and a pandemic. - The evolution of human-technology relationships and the importance of making tech approachable and supportive. - Exciting projects in wellness and wellbeing, including a companion app for psychosis patients with the NHS and King's College. - The concept of digital sustainability and the future of humane technology. - Clara's inspiring advice for young designers: focus on research, develop a solid methodology, and view frustrations as opportunities for innovation. - Clara’s passion for creating positive, impactful design is truly contagious. Don’t miss this episode if you’re interested in the intersection of design, technology, and innovation! 👉 Subscribe and Listen: https://lnkd.in/d3zh9rwM #DesignThinking #Innovation #UserExperience #Wellbeing #Sustainability #Podcast #CreativeBoom
Breaking News: Thirst builds on Milton Glaser's iconic work for Brooklyn Brewery with launch of new masterbrand: https://lnkd.in/emDT3zKb #brandidentity #identitydesign #graphicdesigning #graphicdesign #brandidentitydesign #creativeindustry #designstudio #creativeboom
We all love design awards, right? Well, if the reaction to a recent LinkedIn post is anything to go by, apparently not. We chat to Leeds agency Robot Food to find out what they have against them: https://lnkd.in/ekcRcr-u Do you agree? What are your thoughts? 👀 #graphicdesign #industryawards #creativeindustries #creativeboom
Inspiration today: Mother Design's identity for Netflix Comedy festival is uniquely Angeleno: https://lnkd.in/eam-tGFj #brandidentity #identitydesign #graphicdesign #creativeboom 👀
Breaking news: Primark reveals refreshed brand identity as it launches its summer collection: https://lnkd.in/euGSiiry Crafted in partnership with its agency VCCP, we will add more detail and imagery once we have it. #brandidentity #identitydesign #brandidentitydesign #graphicdesign #graphicdesigning #creativeboom
Breaking News: Havas London rebrands supermarket giant Asda: https://lnkd.in/enCY_5zj A bespoke typographic treatment, a new suite of graphics stickers, and a pairing of light and dark green hues make up the supermarket's new identity. More on #creativeboom 👀 #brandidentity #identitydesign #graphicdesign #graphicdesigning #creativeinspiration #creativeindustry #creativity #identitydesigning #branding #brand #brandidentitydesign