Jim McCauley is a writer, performer and cat-wrangler who started writing professionally way back in 1995 on PC Format magazine, and has been covering technology-related subjects ever since, whether it's hardware, software or videogames. A chance call in 2005 led to Jim taking charge of Computer Arts' website and developing an interest in the world of graphic design, and eventually led to a move over to the freshly-launched Creative Bloq in 2012. Jim now works as a freelance writer for sites including Creative Bloq, T3 and PetsRadar, specialising in design, technology, wellness and cats, while doing the occasional pantomime and street performance in Bath and designing posters for a local drama group on the side.
Latest articles by Jim McCauley
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6 of the best free online graphic design courses
By Jim McCauley published
Learn new skills or refresh your knowledge for free.

Why everyone's wrong about Apple's $999 monitor stand
By Jim McCauley published
Yes, it's expensive. No, Apple hasn't lost the plot.

5 reliable ways to refresh a tired logo
By Jim McCauley published
You don't always have to go back to the drawing board.

11 easy-to-find plants that will improve studio life
By Jim McCauley published
Boost productivity and wellbeing with a bit of studio greenery.

Adobe updates XD with design systems
By Jim McCauley published
New XD tools let teams create using shared design elements.

DC reveals new Justice League logo
By Jim McCauley published
Strong look, but what's the deal with that star?

Playdate is the most adorable games handheld ever
By Jim McCauley published
It's tiny and yellow and has a little crank on the side. Sold!

Russian studio reinvents the periodic table
By Jim McCauley published
Build your own custom table of elements.

How Nike's circular design aims to save the world
By Jim McCauley published
Nike's new design for a sustainable future.

2019's illustration trends to know about
By Jim McCauley published
Discover this year's must-have looks.

10 on-trend portfolio templates
By Jim McCauley published
Bring your portfolio up to date.

How to nail your social media strategy
By Jim McCauley published
6 easy ways to secure your social footing.

Mutilate your fonts with this amazing browser app
By Jim McCauley published
Remix your fonts in seconds.

New tool takes the guesswork out of choosing stock
By Jim McCauley published
Find your perfect paper.

Will you get sued for using old Adobe apps?
By Jim McCauley published
Update your CC apps, or else.

Be the first to try Photoshop CC for iPad
By Jim McCauley published
Test the app we've all been waiting for.

9 agencies to follow on Instagram
By Jim McCauley published
Give your feed a blast of creativity.

Find Adobe alternatives with this helpful graphic
By Jim McCauley published
Do you really need Creative Cloud?

Wacom launches its tiniest Intuos Pro ever
By Jim McCauley published
The most adorable Intuos Pro yet!

8 Google Chrome extensions to make your life easier
By Jim McCauley published
Turn Chrome into an essential sidekick.

Liquid Death is 2019's stupidest branding
By Jim McCauley published
Are you ready to murder your thirst?

Microsoft brings React Native to Windows
By Jim McCauley published
A new way to build apps for all Windows 10 devices.

Redesigned Creative Commons Search delivers over 300 million images
By Jim McCauley published
All the images you need.
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