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75 of the best Photoshop tutorials to boost your skills and learn what's new

Daniel John last updated 6 November 24

Get more from Adobe's software with these brilliant Photoshop tutorials.

Apple Pencil Pro

How to charge an Apple Pencil

Georgia Coggan last updated 6 November 24

Whether you've got an Apple Pencil 1 or 2, here's how to charge it.

A TOOCAA L2 laser cutter and engraver in use

TOOCAA L2 review: a fine all-round laser cutter, but some assembly needed

Rob Redman published 6 November 24

If you don't mind a bit of DIY before getting started, the TOOCAA L2 is both capable and reasonably priced.

Asus Black Friday laptop deal

I don't think I've ever seen an Asus laptop with Nvidia graphics this cheap

Joe Foley published 6 November 24

Get the Dell XPS 16 from just $1,399.

The iPad range, minus the iPad, on a yellow background.

Why Black Friday iPad deals will be the ones to look out for in 2024

Beren Neale last updated 6 November 24

There are record low prices on almost every iPad for Prime Day 2024.

An AI-generated image of a dystopian city marring a rural scene

Gamers roast Netflix's generative AI plans after it lays off human developers

Joe Foley published 6 November 24

A "once in a generation inflection point" or derivative slop?

A product shot of a few of the best iPad keyboards on a yellow background

The best iPad keyboards and iPad Pro keyboards to transform your tablet

Alex Blake last updated 6 November 24

Our top picks for iPad, iPad Pro and Air, from protective cases to fully mechanical keys.

iMac G4 and Studio Display

Apple might soon revisit one of its most iconic computer designs

Daniel John published 6 November 24

Its next display could be less iMac M4, and more iMac G4.

A TOOCAA L2 laser cutter and engraver in use — TOOCAA L2 review: a fine all-round laser cutter, but some assembly needed If you don't mind a bit of DIY before getting started, the TOOCAA L2 is both capable and reasonably priced.

An AI-generated image of a dystopian city marring a rural scene — Gamers roast Netflix's generative AI plans after it lays off human developers A "once in a generation inflection point" or derivative slop?

Lego food — My kids are obsessed with these Lego stop motion cooking animations – and so am I A creative ASMR dream.

Blender Project Gold early concept art by Florent Masurel and Casey Robin — Here's how to watch Blender Studio's beautiful Project Gold – and get the project files and brushstroke tools The impressionistic painterly open movie will be released tomorrow.

Graphic Design

These could be the biggest typography trends of 2025

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

From variable fonts to kinetic type, Wix Studio predicts the font design trends that will shape the next year.

Fonts & Typography

What is Cosmos, the Pinterest alternative for creatives?

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Great UI design and no 'likes' are drawing people to the new social media platform.

Digital Art

Revenge of the Savage Planet; creating a poster art painting for a video game, two astronaut characters leap and shoot lasers

How to plan and paint vibrant video game poster art: Duncan Fegredo shares his pro workflow

By Ian Dean published 5 November 24

Creating the lively art for Revenge of the Savage Planet.

Huion Kamvas Slate 10 review; an Android pen display

Huion Kamvas Slate 10 review: a budget mobile drawing display that fails to impress

By Ian Dean published 5 November 24

Too basic for pros and hobbyists, this is a solid kid-friendly tablet.

XPPen Artist Pro 19 (Gen 2) review; photos of a drawing tablet being used

XPPen Artist Pro 19 (Gen 2) review: a fantastic drawing display for hobbyists and pros alike

By Ian Dean published 3 November 24

Beautiful colour and super accurate.

3D

Stunning Unreal Engine 5 tech demo generates intense debate

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Could games really look like this?

Video Game Design

Pietro Boldetti 3D art

3D art of the week: Pietro Boldetti

By 3D World staff published 3 November 24

Behind the concept artist's Mother Reimagined series.

Branding & Advertising

These could be the biggest typography trends of 2025

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

From variable fonts to kinetic type, Wix Studio predicts the font design trends that will shape the next year.

Fonts & Typography

What is Cosmos, the Pinterest alternative for creatives?

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Great UI design and no 'likes' are drawing people to the new social media platform.

Seven of the best car logos: the logos of Ferrari, BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, Volvo, Jaguar and Chevrolet on a yellow and pink gradient background

12 of the best car logos on the road today

By Nick Carson last updated 4 November 24

Discover the fascinating stories behind some of the world's most recognisable car logos.

Film & VFX

The logos of three of the best free video editing software programs on a mint green background

The best free video editing software: how to cut clips without the cost

By Tom May last updated 4 November 24

We select the best free video editing software available today.

Video Editing Software

Making science cinematic: how a studio brings scientific datasets to high-end VFX

By Joe Foley published 1 November 24

We learn how Lux Aeterna made the stunning VFX for Our Universe, Secrets of the Neanderthals and Solar System.

A young woman riding a horse

The best upcoming VFX films of 2024

By Tanya Combrinck last updated 1 November 24

Follow the amazing work of top visual effects studios with our handy guide to the biggest VFX films coming out this year.

Video Game Design & Gaming

These are the PS5 Pro games available at launch this week

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Over 50 titles will be available for upgraded console.

best Nintendo Switch deals: A switch console on a yellow background

The best Nintendo Switch deals

By Beren Neale last updated 1 November 24

This is the place to find the best Nintendo Switch deals.

AI

What is Recraft, the infinite-canvas AI image generator aimed at 'pro designers'?

By Joe Foley published 6 November 24

Codenamed Red Panda, the model does vector generation, text and more.

Spacial AI; a render of a sofa

Spatial intelligence is set to revolutionise AI's understanding of the world

By Alex de Vigan published 4 November 24

A breakthrough in AI and 3D art.

A series of Adobe Firefly AI-generated images

Adobe Firefly: everything you need to know about the AI image and video generator

By Ken Coleman last updated 2 November 24

Adobe's Firefly AI models can generate images, video and more.

Technology

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Beat the rush for Black Friday laptop deals with these huge early offers

By Erlingur Einarsson last updated 5 November 24

Massive savings on MacBook Air, MSI AI laptops and more.

The three of the best tablets for photo editing.

The best tablets for photo editing: here's how to touch up your images on the go

By Kerrie Hughes last updated 5 November 24

These are the best tablets for photo editing that are available right now.

Phones & Tablets

Monitor on desk with keyboard, mouse and closed laptop

How to use a monitor with the laptop closed

By Tom May published 5 November 24

Our quick guide will get you set up in moments.

Professional Development

"The industry needs a resurgence of creativity": a day in the life John Roescher

By Natalie Fear published 4 November 24

Raw Materials' CEO discusses battling sameness in design with a balance of "rigour and romance".

Creative Careers

How to draw hands

How to draw hands

By Brynn Metheney, Stan Prokopenko published 29 October 24

Learn how to draw hands (and to do it well) with our experts' step-by-step guide.

Artistic Tips & Techniques

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'We've baked sustainability into our creative process': a day in the life of packaging designer Dane Whitehurst

By Natalie Fear published 28 October 24

Burgopak's creative director discusses what the packaging industry needs to improve for a greener future.

Creative Careers

Creative Inspiration

Cricut Black Friday; A Cricut Maker 3 and Joy are cut out on a bright purple background.

I'm already seeing better Cricut Black Friday deals than last year – this is a great sign

By Ian Dean last updated 5 November 24

Great prices on the Cricut Maker, EasyPress, Joy and more.

Digital Crafting

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These bizarre AI billboards are a dystopian nightmare

By Natalie Fear published 3 November 24

Who thought laser eyes were a good idea?

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How to paint in renaissance style

By Howard Lyon last updated 30 October 24

Discover how studying an Old Master can give us invaluable insights into their process, aesthetics and techniques.

Creative Inspiration

More Creativity Unleashed

These are the PS5 Pro games available at launch this week

By Joe Foley published 5 November 24

Over 50 titles will be available for upgraded console.

The logos of three of the best free video editing software programs on a mint green background

The best free video editing software: how to cut clips without the cost

By Tom May last updated 4 November 24

We select the best free video editing software available today.

Video Editing Software

Making science cinematic: how a studio brings scientific datasets to high-end VFX

By Joe Foley published 1 November 24

We learn how Lux Aeterna made the stunning VFX for Our Universe, Secrets of the Neanderthals and Solar System.

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