Self-taught artist Heather Zhou chats to us about her bright and joyous style, how she chooses colour palettes and what she loves most about illustrating in Affinity Designer.
Self-confessed sci-fi and fantasy addict Kirk Moffatt, aka Vector Von Doodle, is a Northern Irish creative who creates incredibly complex vector art in Affinity Designer for iPad in his spare time.
We caught up with talented UX designer and illustrator Irina Sidorowicz to learn more about her inspirations, creative process and favourite features in Affinity Designer.
Multidisciplinary artist Martijn Somhorst turned to Affinity Designer to create the artwork for the main stage at Stereo Sunday, an annual dance festival held in Venlo, the Netherlands.
We asked a group of talented photographers spanning all genres, from wedding to still life, to tell us about some of the ways they are reducing their impact on the environment.
Talented portrait and hat photographer Jon Busby of The Portrait Kitchen chats to us about what happens behind the scenes on a typical shoot and shares his thoughts on Affinity Photo for iPad.
Bryn Jones is a concept artist for games and television who has worked for a number of high-profile clients. We first noticed his incredible work on Instagram and became interested to learn more.
Melinda Magyar is a freelance graphic designer and illustrator whose vibrant pop art-esque style combines bold lines and contrasting colours with a touch of humour.
Lukas Hoefer, aka inoubli4ble, is a self-taught digital artist from Cologne, Germany, who creates intriguing and surreal worlds by combining multiple images in Affinity Photo.
We were delighted to catch up with French freelance artist Vincent Jacquin to learn more about his career, creative inspirations and how Affinity Designer has streamlined his illustration process.
We chatted to graphic designer and illustrator Duarte Carolino about his creative background, how he developed his style and what he likes most about working in Affinity Designer.
We asked ten professional photographers and filmmakers to tell us about some of their favourite DIY techniques, effects, hacks, and tools. Read on for some cool ideas to try out at home.
Having spent almost ten years working in the construction industry, Nelson swapped his tools for photography equipment and gradually began shooting architecture professionally. He reveals how...
Five established photographers share their evergreen advice for growing and maintaining a meaningful online presence. Trends might come and go, but these tips will remain relevant for years to come.
Ben Wulf is a talented headshot and portrait photographer based in London. Between shoots, he kindly spoke to us about his work and his ethos when it comes to retouching.
Eduard Broekhuijsen is a freelance illustrator from the Netherlands. His vibrant travel-inspired illustrations caught our eye on Instagram, so we reached out to him to find out more.
Aleksandra graduated with a degree in architecture, but she always had a passion for drawing. So after years of working as an architect, she took the plunge and started a brand new career.
Full-time paramedic and passionate photographer Drew Aris creates beautiful aerial images of Australia’s varied landscape using his drone piloting, photography and image editing skills.
Sergio Villaschi creates the kind of still life photography that, at first glance, looks like a classic painting. We learn more about his process and what drew him to this style of photography.
Nicolai Hansen is a self-taught freelance artist who creates under the pseudonym Koggi Studio, making all kinds of surreal, gritty and comic-looking illustrations.
We spoke to Sphelele Gumede, aka Ellsphee, to learn more about his involvement in the ‘Give Her a Crown’ initiative and how he used Affinity Designer for iPad to create his stunning artwork.
There are countless YouTube channels to teach you the ins and outs of Affinity. But with so much choice, it's hard to know where to start. So to help you out, we've collated 16 of our favourites.
We asked four outstanding photographers from around the world to share their secrets for capturing timeless and compelling landscapes. Read on for their best tips.
Maciek Łazowski is a freelance illustrator based in Warsaw, Poland. After working as an art director for several years, Maciek decided to quit his job to pursue his dream of illustrating full-time.
Kenny Spicer is an illustrator who has a keen interest in automotive art. He joins us today to speak to us about his work, his creative background and give us his thoughts on Affinity Designer.
To mark the 25th anniversary of World Book Day on Thursday 3 March, we bring you our pick of talented children’s illustrators who use Affinity to bring children’s books to life.
Lettering artist and asset creator Snooze One shares his top tips for adding the finishing touches to your lettering to make it stand out from the crowd.
We asked eight photographers about the challenges they’ve found most valuable. This list includes some familiar ideas and some brand-new ones, all designed by photographers for photographers.
RUBY LDN is a multi-genre photographer and a champion of black female photographers in the UK. We chatted to her about her work and the changes she would like to see in the industry.
Professional photographer, designer and teacher Niall Benvie explains how photographers can use Affinity Publisher to get their work noticed and extend their creative practice.
We spoke to the talented designer, illustrator and cartoonist Bryant Paul Johnson about his engaging and often humorous cartoons and illustrations created in Affinity Designer for iPad.
Simo Saarinen is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer living and working in Finland. His work is often inspired by fairy tales and fables and the changing seasons of Finnish nature.
Inspired by Art Deco and the Russian avant-garde, Juan Castaño's style has naturally evolved into an exciting mix of minimalist geometry and bold colours with the clever use of negative space.
The incredibly talented Felix Hernandez puts Affinity Photo through its paces while creating an atmospheric winter scene in his renowned dreamlike style.
Digital artist Ian Mitchell talks to us about his creative background, his daily life as an artist and the stunning vector landscapes he creates in Affinity Designer.
We spoke to freelance illustrator Victor Cavazzoni about his artistic journey, the inspirations behind his work and how he approaches each new illustration.
We asked a group of international photographers spanning all genres, from street to landscape, to tell us about some of the legends and icons who inspired them. Here are their responses.
Affinity user Alison Pinto has taken part in the 52Frames weekly photo challenge for the last three years, using it as an opportunity to up her photography game. We chatted with her to find out more.
New Zealand based photographer Kate Beauchamp talks to us about her photographic journey so far and how Affinity Photo has helped her grow as a photographer.
Learn how to automatically create daily backups of your Affinity documents in the cloud and avoid the pain of catastrophe befalling your master copies.
Join us on our YouTube channel from Monday, 29 November to Friday, 3 December as five creative professionals showcase how to use their NEW creative content packs now available in the Affinity Store.
Enrique Figueroa of Frankentoon Studio shows us his photo collage process in Affinity Photo whilst providing a free asset pack so you can re-create this look too.
We speak to Chris Trudeau, game designer and owner of BT Studios, about their new hit game Monster Evolution and how the Affinity apps have become an integral part of his workflow.
Drawing on her classical art education, freelance illustrator Ksenia Shokorova is a master at using the interplay between light and shadows to set the mood of a scene.
Nine extraordinary artists reveal the alternative processes closest to their hearts, ranging from carbon prints to chemigrams, and share their top tips for getting started.
In the spirit of Halloween, Brazilian illustrator Rubens Scarelli is here to show you how to create an impressive bat-themed illustration in Affinity Designer using just a few key vector tools.
We have scoured Instagram for the best Inktober and Vectober posts tagged with #madeinaffinity. Here are 15 artists who stood out from the crowd and the illustrations they created.
Whether you’ve been creating isometric illustrations for quite some time or just fancy giving the style a try, these stunning examples are sure to provide the inspiration you need.
We asked five leading pet photographers from around the world to divulge their secrets for creating unforgettable images, whether you’re working with a client or your own four-legged friend.
We chatted with New York fashion and beauty photographer Kudzai King about his approach to photography, what motivates him to create art and his thoughts on Affinity Photo for iPad.
Character designer and UI artist Jose Ciceraro shares his energy and tale of how he came to work in the design industry and how he uses Affinity Designer to create art in his two favourite styles.
infohackit co-founder Peter Moore Fuller talks to us about their recent workshops with the British Antarctic Survey and why they include Affinity Designer training in all of their programmes.
Affinity user Tony Allen is Yorkshire-born but currently living in Kyiv, Ukraine. He explored various creative outlets before making illustration his main focus last year.
Affinity desktop apps allow for extensive customisation of keyboard shortcuts, ensuring features important to you are always at your fingertips. Our team has some suggestions of what to set up.
Armed with his camera equipment and an 11 inch MacBook loaded with Affinity Photo and Publisher, social documentary photographer Ed Gold captures the lives of people and communities living off-grid.
Fay and Matt Doyle of This Expansive Adventure take us behind the scenes on a commissioned trip to Snowdonia, Wales, where they create a series of stunning panoramic images using Affinity Photo.
From the Export Persona, you can export selected areas (or slices) from your design, choosing from a range of sizes and file formats to export to simultaneously.
The Inpainting Brush Tool is perfect for removing unwanted content from a scene—as if by magic! In this article, Andy explains how it works and how to achieve the best results.
We had the pleasure of chatting with Doris Berlenbach-Schulz, an Affinity Photo user and nature macro photographer based in the biodiverse region of the Rhine Valley in Germany.
Yurii Suhov is an Arch-Viz artist with more than 15 years of experience in the world of architecture. He talks us through the software he uses and his process for creating 3D visualisations.
Game developer Jarek Majewski talks us through the creation of Unity’s latest 2D sample project—Dragon Crashers—and how he used Affinity Designer and Photo to make the 2D art.
Throughout August and September, we're airing another incredible programme of Affinity Creative Sessions. Join us on our YouTube channel Friday’s at 4pm BST for more insights from Affinity pro users.
Sparked by boredom and aided by online tutorials, Stacie Ma found her true passion in food photography and came out of a world pandemic with a bright new career. Here she tells us more.
French illustrator and graphic designer Ariadne talks to us about developing her style and how Affinity Designer for iPad gives her the freedom to illustrate wherever she chooses.
We chat with French photographer and Affinity Photo user Pierre Belenfant about discovering his love of architecture and what appeals to him most about working in black and white.
Erica Bortoloso, also known as Ekira, is a freelance children's illustrator based in Italy. She talks to us about developing her cute characters and why she made the switch to Affinity.
Eight professional photographers share their best tips for finding and approaching a potential mentor and for fostering a meaningful long-term relationship.
We’ve always been huge fans of David’s work, so we were delighted to have a chat with him to find out more about his creative career and his thoughts on Affinity Designer.
We asked six professional photographers to tell us about the most common mistakes they see among beginners, and they shared their best tips for boosting your editing game.
Tracey Capone is a talented illustrator and teacher who shares her knowledge to help others get the most out of Affinity Designer. We learn more about her Skillshare courses and YouTube channel.
Dutch photographer Marielle Groot Obbink took her love of music, festivals, and photography from a simple passion to a career. She tells us how she made the leap from hobbyist to freelancer.
Spanish artist Adrià Tormo stands out from the crowd with his bold, geometric designs created in Affinity Designer. He talks us through his journey so far, giving some sound advice along the way.
In photography, everything can change when the right person takes notice. Here are eight valuable tips to help you get your work in front of the right people.
3D artist Paco Barruguer creates photorealistic renderings for a host of different clients. He talks us through creating architectural visualisations and how Affinity Photo aids his post-production.
Nobody wants to spend their time copying and pasting information into a publication. The Data Merge Manager in Affinity Publisher might save you the bother.
Claire Lines originally caught our attention when we noticed her cute animal-themed illustrations on Instagram. And when we saw she did all her work in Affinity Designer, we just had to have a chat.
In this article, we'll look at speeding up routine logo design processes, giving you the freedom to focus on the look and feel of your logo in a way that works for you.
Fancy cameras are nice, but it’s the photographer—not the gear—that makes or breaks an image. We look at eight ways to improve your photography, regardless of the camera you're using.
Latvian designer and illustrator Viktorija Grachkova tells us more about her joyful geometric character designs and how she developed her distinctive signature style in Affinity Designer.
Photographer and Affinity Photo user, Ege Ilicak, captures glimpses into peoples lives through a single frame, his passion for documenting humanity and diverse cultures clearly evident in his work.
We talk to Indonesian-based illustrator Rani, aka Summerizze, about her love for drawing women, why she takes part in creative challenges and her favourite features in Affinity Designer.
Affinity Creative Sessions are back! Join us on the Affinity YouTube channel as we premiere a brand-new inspirational video every Friday at 4pm BST throughout May.
Looking for a way to take your page layouts even further? With StudioLink’s ability to switch between different Personas, you can take advantage of each of the Affinity apps’ unique features.
By day Lejla Kurić works for an award-winning international design agency, and by night, she illustrates under her personal brand name, Tigerlily Ink, using Affinity Designer for iPad.
Talented illustrator and Affinity Designer user, Sabine König, talks about her life-long passion for art and how her creative style is continuously evolving.
Whether you’re shooting ordinary items from your kitchen or venturing into your backyard for some macro wildlife images, here are some key tips to keep in mind.
Phil Derbyshire is a talented 3D artist based in South Florida whose passion for storytelling is evident in the astonishingly detailed 3D worlds he creates.
Photographer Peter J Walsh immersed himself in Manchester’s rave scene in the late 80s and early 90s, documenting some of its most iconic moments for the music press, as well as his own photo archive.
Seasoned designer, writer and photographer, Andrew Revitt talks us through the creation of his latest print project—The Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Travel Guide—which he made using Affinity Publisher.
Lora Vysotskaya is a digital artist from Ukraine. She fell into the world of photo manipulation after her husband asked her to make a couple of collages for his work and has loved it ever since.
We're massive fans of commercial product photographer Martins Ribeiro, so we're delighted that we now have his first-ever overlay pack in the Affinity Store.
Marianna Orsho's vivacious designs really stand out from the crowd. She tells us more about her approach to design and how she became involved in the branding for the Spice Girls 2019 world tour.
Affinity user Simone Betz takes us behind the scenes on her latest fine art series Melted, a project she hopes will help highlight the effects of endless consumerism on the planet.
Stock photography is a competitive market, but it can also be a rewarding one. If you're new to the industry, check out these top tips for making the most of your stock imagery portfolio.
Sydney-based street photographer Grant Ashford talks to us about his varied career, the unorthodox shooting methods he uses and his top tips for capturing fleeting moments on the streets.
Brazilian born and self-proclaimed generalist artist, Iajhy Grant, tells us the story behind his 100 commissions piece 'Anthony' and more about his creative career.
In the last year, DIY culture skyrocketed in popularity, and the photography community was no exception. Here are a few quick hacks that caught our attention, plus some tips for trying them at home.
Tom Wang is a piano teacher and part-time photographer based in Wiesbaden, Germany. He discovered his passion for photography around ten years ago when he first held a DSLR camera in his hands.
Anne is an editorial illustrator who thrives on creating dynamic imagery from complex ideas in her studio in Germany. She talks us through her approach to design and much more in this interview.
Freelance illustrator and graphic designer Mike Turton talks to us about his 30+ year career, his most recent work and shares some top tips for making it in the world of design.
The 1.9 update to Affinity Designer packs in a raft of time-saving, workflow improvements. In this article, we run through our top five new features and how to make the most of them.
Today we launch version 1.9 of Affinity Designer, Photo and Publisher, bringing a raft of new features and significant workflow improvements across-the-board.
Our 1.9 update brings a host of new features to Affinity Photo. Here we take you through some of our favourites and explain how to get the most from them.
Andy takes a look at some useful Studio panel arrangements which can make you more efficient and smooth your workflows. The article may spark your imagination about making your own panel combinations.
Cleonique was one of our selected 100 commissions artists at the start of the global pandemic. We caught up with her to hear more about the skill, passion and motivations behind her work.
As this challenging year draws to a close, we take a look back at some of the incredible things we have achieved over the last 12 months, and look forward to the new year ahead.
If you're stuck in a rut or looking for something new to try in 2021, read on for eight photography exercises guaranteed to get your creative juices flowing.
We chat to the multi-award-winning photographer, filmmaker and graphic designer Johan Bos about his latest project ‘People. Places. Things’ and why he made the switch to Affinity Photo.
Nastka Drabot is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer from Warsaw, Poland, whose style is heavily influenced by her background as an architect and her love for vibrant, contrasting colours.
With the Affinity Publisher Workbook hot off the press, we talk to our Head of Documentation Andy Capstick and Creative Projects Manager Ian Cornwall to learn how it was created.
Daniel Aubert has been following his career as an illustrator since 2014. His main focus is on character design and portraits, however, he also likes to work with both 2D and 3D mediums.
Erwin Zeemering is a digital artist and photographer who dedicates his spare time to colourising and restoring historic photographs. He talks to us about his process in Affinity Photo.
From minimalist compositions to blurred human figures to 'blue hour' photoshoots, the last few years have brought new trends in the time-honoured genre of architectural photography.
Johan Keslassy is a self-taught illustrator living in France. After taking part in our 100 Days. 100 Commissions campaign earlier in the year he talks us through his process and goals for the future.
Go beyond Affinity Publisher's fundamental drop caps controls by combining several of the app's advanced features to further enhance your drop caps' looks.
Join us on our YouTube channel from Monday, 30 November to Friday, 4 December as we premiere eight new free video sessions led by top artists whose creative content features on the Affinity Store.
Spanish illustrator and designer Javier Ramirez, the talent behind the brand Sr. Reny, tells us how his talent for creating intriguing and eye-catching designs is continuously evolving.
Documentary photographer Simon King talks about the way he and the members of the British photography collective “New Exit Group” used a unique methodology to produce their debut zine.
From what to look out for when shooting mist and snow, to advice on correcting common problems, and adding quality of light and composition; Jo shares her top tips for mastering winter photography.
In this article, Dimitrios takes us behind the scenes of the making of his 3D animation project HyperRace and shows us how he uses Affinity Photo to achieve the final look for his renders.
From negotiating with clients and editors to working with large teams, nine professional photographers reveal the top things they wish they had learned in school.
In this interview, Ivan provides tips for mastering headshot photography—from how to direct clients to get the best shot, to creating the best set up, and capturing shots with personality and depth.
This Inktober we've seen a stunning array of digital drawings made using Affinity. Here we share some of our favourite creations and a bit about the talented artists behind them.
Italian born photographer and cinematographer Thomas Moke talks about his unwavering passion for his art and what it's like to shoot for the fashion industry.
From using shallow depth of field to shooting in the midday sun; twelve professional photographers reveal the photography 'mistakes' they love to make.
Co-founders of BAM! creative studio, Tea Shockats and Jimbo Bernaus, chat to us about their colourful approach to design and the fun poster series they created during lockdown.
Talented designer Aldric Bonani self-published the children’s book “Palavrinha Desenhada” which was commissioned during 100 Days. 100 Commissions. Aldric tells us more about his work and life.
Videogame enthusiast Sergio Gargallo talks us through the process for creating his latest replica arcade cabinet using Affinity Designer on desktop and iPad.
We talk to illustrator and muralist Nick Nortier about how he got started as an artist, what led him into mural making and why Affinity Designer for iPad fits in perfectly with his creative process.
We asked seven photographers with vastly different—but equally identifiable—aesthetics to tell us about how they developed their styles. Here are their tips for creating your own.
Digital artist Tinashe Rusike demonstrates how to create a dynamic sports photo composition featuring Rugby League legend Jason Taumalolo in Affinity Photo for iPad.
Product expert Emily walks us through her latest creative session, where she demonstrates the importance of typography by designing a beautiful restaurant menu in Affinity Publisher.
Automotive photographer Jonathan Pearce talks to us about his life-long passion for cars, how his photography career first began and what he loves most about shooting at night.
We interview Dr Shivam Maini; an Affinity user, photographer and photography coach based in the beautiful village of Natadol, India, overlooking the Himalayan peaks.
Photographer and Affinity Photo user Dylan Van Graan talks to us about his life-long fascination with aircraft and reveals how he captures his exhilarating aviation images.
At the beginning of 2020, Andrew Salfinger set himself a challenge: to create a hybrid vector and raster illustration during each month of the year and post it on social media.
Affinity user M Wildan Cahya Syarief talks to us about his life as a freelance illustrator, juggling client time zones and how his creative style and process has developed over the years.
Throughout September and October, we'll be premiering a brand-new free video session each Thursday at 4pm BST on the official Affinity YouTube channel.