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10 things you should know about Affinity Designer for iPad
Now that pro-level graphic design on the iPad has become a reality, there's a lot to talk about. Here is a rundown of some of the things you need to know about Affinity Designer for iPad.Affinity Designer for iPad: A special beta
We've spent a long time developing Affinity Designer for iPad, in fact, we first posted a sneak peek over 3 years ago! But in 2018 we also had some extra help behind-the-scenes…Affinity legend Enrique ‘Frankentoon’ Figueroa: ‘I hate sleeping, it prevents me from doing the things I love’
Artist Enrique 'Frankentoon' Figueroa talks to us about inspiration, creativity and his most interesting projects.1D vs 3D LUTs
What are LUTs, and what's the difference between a 1D and a 3D LUT? Let's find out.Shooting series #3 - Long exposure water
Dive into using long exposure times to blur motion and create unique water photographs.Artist Giuliano Brocani: ‘Who is there that does not love impossible monsters?’
We asked art-director, designer and digital artist, Giuliano Brocani, what inspires him to create his concept illustrations.Recently added
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Beeston Street Art Festival
Held on the 16th and 17th June, 2018, Beeston Street Art Festival turned dark ugly precinct walls into eye-catching public artworks.Photographer Linh Nguyen: ‘my ideas tend to come to me while I’m sleeping’
Photographer, dog trainer and vet nurse Linh Nguyen talks candidly about animal welfare in photography and the relationship between depression, creativity and inspiration.The questions you should be asking every photography client
Nico Goodden shares advice on what to ask clients before accepting a commission.‘The Eyes of a Butterfly’ with Kevin House
Inspired by the opera 'Madame Butterfly', illustrator Kevin House (aka Retrograde) demonstrates how to create a stunning vector eye as part of his study of the lead character.From great families, come great pets
We go behind the scenes with Jordan Gaunce and his amazing Etsy shop Portrait Your Pet.Designing for professional printing
Explore professional print terminology and concepts in readiness for preparing a document and final artwork delivery to your print partner.Designer Pierrick Calvez: ‘I throw in some shapes and try to find a resonance’
Pierrick Calvez is a designer and illustrator who likes to talk simply about typography and creativity online. He also gives lectures in France and China.Raise the roof: a guide to creative crowdfunding
An overview of our pick of crowdfunding and subscription platforms for creative businesses.Browse Categories
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