Work Smart blog is a collection of our favourite tips, tricks & techniques for unlocking the full potential of Adobe's creative tools and creating exciting work easier & faster

Graphic Design, Creative Resources, Illustration Evgeniya Righini-Brand Graphic Design, Creative Resources, Illustration Evgeniya Righini-Brand

Online Public Domain Image Archives

Whether you want to use vintage graphics as a reference, re-appropriate them in collages, patterns or designs, or even simply print them out and use as wall art to decorate your space — there are plenty resources to explore! In this post, I’ll share my top favourite online archives of public domain images, their pros and cons, and tips for getting the most out of them.

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Copyright, Creative Commons, Graphic Design Dominic Righini-Brand Copyright, Creative Commons, Graphic Design Dominic Righini-Brand

Creative Commons Licences & Using Sourced Material

Working with copyright and Creative Commons licences might seem like a nebulous and scary process for designers and illustrators! But it does not have to be, and in this short guide, I will cover the basics behind creative commons licences, how you can use the material available under these licences and how you can distribute your own work under these licences.

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Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Organic Abstract Gradient Artworks in Adobe Photoshop

Learn a fun & simple experimental technique for creating eye-catching organic abstract gradient artworks in Adobe Photoshop: create unique wall art prints, digital wallpapers, backgrounds for social media graphics or presentations, or graphic elements for branding or packaging projects!

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