Gary Evans
Gary Evans is a journalist with a passion for creative writing. He's recently finished his Masters in creative writing, but when he's not hitting the books, he loves to explore the world of digital art and graphic design. He was previously staff writer on ImagineFX magazine in Bath, but now resides in Sunderland, where he muses on the latest tech and writes poetry.
Latest articles by Gary Evans
The best illustration books for artists
By Gary Evans last updated
We pick the essential illustration books that all artists should read.
Top designers reveal their dream dinner party guests
By Gary Evans last updated
From the seriously inspiring to the downright bonkers.
The ultimate Christmas gift guide for freelancers
By Gary Evans last updated
Awesome gift ideas for the freelancer in your life.
5 logo design trends for 2018
By Gary Evans last updated
We forecast the five biggest trends that will shape logo design in 2018.
When design jargon goes wrong
By Gary Evans last updated
Designers share tales of jargon confusion and innuendo.
Is NFT art already over?
By Gary Evans published
NFTs are the hottest new crypto trend, but not everyone is on board. Here's why.
How to be a character designer
By Gary Evans published
Find out how to be a character designer and land your dream role with these pro tips.
Aaron Blaise reveals why he quit his dream job at Disney
By Gary Evans published
Plus: See the legendary artist's early Lion King sketches.
9 hilarious memes for graphic designers
By Gary Evans, Daniel Piper published
From battling creative block to getting paid.
How to choose a high-end printer: A guide
By Gary Evans published
Your own high-end printer can win over clients.
3 high-end printers for professional work
By Gary Evans last updated
Big firms like HP, Canon and Epson offer printers to suit most budgets. Here are three suitable for professional proofing.
How to become a concept artist (and what to do once you've made it)
By Gary Evans, Donglu Yu published
Make your dreams a reality.
5 ad campaigns that changed the world
By Gary Evans published
These iconic ads that did more than just sell stuff.
5 brilliant brand collaborations (and what you can learn from them)
By Gary Evans published
These collabs got it right.
5 logo design fails (and what you can learn from them)
By Gary Evans published
Logo redesign mistakes to avoid at all costs.
5 logo redesigns that got it right
By Gary Evans published
These big brands gave their logos a refresh, and absolutely nailed it.
Famous fonts: the typefaces behind the biggest logos
By Gary Evans published
The world's most famous fonts and why they work so well.
Inside Aardman Animations
By Gary Evans published
Meet the team behind some of the most iconic characters ever designed and created.
5 quick and easy ways to fix your portfolio
By Gary Evans published
Simple ways to smarten up your portfolio site in no time at all.
How to be a thrifty freelancer
By Gary Evans published
Try these 10 money-saving tips to make the most of your hard-earned dosh this year.
11 books that changed designers' lives
By Gary Evans published
These books shaped the careers of creatives of all kinds.
What's the best advice you've ever received?
By Gary Evans published
Designers' tips for surviving, thriving, and knowing when to shut up.
5 design disasters (and what you can learn from them)
By Gary Evans published
Leading designers tell us about times it all went very wrong.
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