Ruth Hamilton
Ruth spent a couple of years as Deputy Editor of Creative Bloq, and has also either worked on or written for almost all of the site's former and current print titles, from Computer Arts to ImagineFX. She now spends her days reviewing mattresses and hiking boots as the Outdoors and Wellness editor at T3.com, but continues to write about design on a freelance basis in her spare time.
Latest articles by Ruth Hamilton
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40 perfect font pairings for your next project
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
The best font pairings for typographical inspiration.
![Illustration of an ear in typography design](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TQZ8Y7JwkEX688DG6dKXcV-320-80.jpg)
Typography design: rules and terms every designer needs to know
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
A typography glossary, in plain English.
![3D illustration of VPN security software for computers and smartphones](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5g5wqf6bFUJwhYAau5p5Xi-320-80.jpg)
The best VPN service in 2024
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
On the hunt for a reliable VPN? We've counted down the top 10 best services available today.
![The Adobe Max 2021 promotional graphics as a gif](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yAaa7VzZeoFNPZjyxTALvA-320-80.gif)
Adobe MAX 2023: what we can expect from the creative conference
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Adobe's annual creative conference will return on Tuesday.
![Disney 404 page, one of the best 404 pages](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ecqVaHGaD39WweAMRC6sDN-320-80.jpg)
The best 404 pages for clever web design inspiration
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
These clever 404 pages offer wit, tech wizardry and great UX.
![Studio Thomas website that says 'design for bold brands'](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2PEGhQBABttJYW6F9bCB5a-320-80.jpg)
18 of the best design portfolio examples
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
The best design portfolios come in all shapes and sizes.
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The first Galaxy Fold screens are breaking immediately
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Reviewers report faults on $2,000 foldable phone after just days of use.
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Get your work featured in an industry-leading magazine
By Ruth Hamilton published
Your guide to pitching ideas and submitting work to ImagineFX and 3D World.
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5 killer icon design tips
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Pro advice for designing icons that are easy to understand, yet packed with personality.
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7 bonkers VR trends heading your way
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
From designing for smell to establishing avatar rights.
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Get 70% off Corel Painter 2019... but you'll have to be quick!
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Price drops from $429 to $129 for a few hours only.
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If you spent $57k on a camera, you could take mind-blowing photos like these
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Check out these snaps from the priciest camera in the world.
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Adobe MAX Sneaks 2019: The most mind-boggling tech heading your way
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
The craziest tech experiments Adobe is currently exploring.
![Photoshop on the iPad](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rSZKKJetZA2HZeUK9qihTi-320-80.jpg)
Photoshop on the iPad is finally here
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Photoshop on iPad is now available to download.
![Zunbo by Sakubo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Sx5GtnNUWpAjGRwuRs76qG-320-80.jpg)
Meet the coolest characters at Creative Expo Taiwan 2019
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
The stories behind the quirky creatures that caught our attention.
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Adobe Fresco is now available on Windows
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Great news for Surface Pro and Wacom MobileStudio Pro users.
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Adobe's inconsistent icons are driving designers nuts
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
BUT there's actually a reason they don't match.
![Image: Serif](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QQyudQhpJHcqiUxy9okDNB-320-80.jpg)
Affinity Publisher launches, and reveals a ridiculously cool new feature
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Plus, get 20% off.
![Pencil drawing techniques](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QyMRKJ3us3wGCR4H3do857-320-80.jpg)
Pencil drawing techniques: Pro tips to sharpen your skills
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Pencil drawing techniques for both graphite and coloured pencils.
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Plugins are finally on their way to Adobe XD
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Adobe announces XD plugins as well as an open developer platform.
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Apple is offering wheels for the new Mac Pro... for an extra $400
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
Only $100 per wheel.
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Bullied student's hand-drawn uni T-shirt is a sellout success
By Ruth Hamilton last updated
University of Tennessee uses boy's design for an official T-shirt.
![Mickey Mouse [Walt Disney Pictures]](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/86VBUTiQ6zoCyHxwcomDge-320-80.jpg)
Mickey Mouse from above is still the most horrifying thing on the internet
By Ruth Hamilton, Daniel Piper published
It certainly isn't Mickey's good side.