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Tom May

Tom May is an award-winning journalist and editor specialising in design, photography and technology. Author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Great TED Talks: Creativity (opens in new tab), published by Pavilion Books, Tom was previously editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine. Today, he is a regular contributor to Creative Bloq and its sister sites Digital Camera World, T3.com and Tech Radar. He also writes for Creative Boom and works on content marketing projects.

Articles by: Tom May

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What is the metaverse?

By Tom May published 23 September 21

Tools Everyone's talking about it. But what is the metaverse, exactly?

best under desk treadmills: Woman using treadmill while working at standing desk

The best under desk treadmills and treadmill desks

By Tom May published 16 September 21

buying guide Walk while you work with the best under desk treadmills and treadmill desks.

Download Adobe Animate: Cartoon bird in boat with umbrella

Download Adobe Animate: How to try it for free or with Creative Cloud

By Tom May published 13 September 21

Adobe Here's the legal way to download Adobe Animate for free.

The best 1440p monitors of 2022

By Tom May published 9 September 21

Hardware Discover the best 1440p monitors for a range of uses.

The best Google Fonts in 2022

By Tom May, Aaron Kitney published 9 September 21

Fonts All free to download, these are the best Google Fonts of 2021.

The best e-signature software in 2022

By Tom May published 2 September 21

Tools Sign documents online with the best e-signature software.

VistaCreate vs Canva - both logos on blue backgrounds

VistaCreate vs Canva: which one is right for you?

By Tom May published 30 August 21

Graphic Design We pit these two browser-based apps against each other.

The best Rotring pens in 2022

By Tom May published 24 August 21

Tools Bring your drawing and writing to the next level, with the best Rotring pens available today.

The 12 best social media platforms for artists and designers

By Tom May published 24 August 21

social media Where are the best social media platforms to share your art?

The best desktop publishing software in 2022

By Tom May published 23 August 21

Software Create assets with the best desktop publishing software.

Download Adobe Sign: Woman writing with digital stylus

Download Adobe Sign: Get a free trial, or buy a subscription

By Tom May published 23 August 21

Productivity Make signing docs easy.

Wireless extenders: Get the best Wi-Fi coverage in 2022

By Tom May, Jim McCauley published 19 August 21

Hardware Say bye to drop-outs with these wireless extenders.

Adobe software list: Which apps do you need?

By Tom May published 9 August 21

Software What Adobe apps are available – and why you need them.

The 13 best YouTube art channels

By Tom May published 14 July 21

Art Boost your art skills with these brilliant channels.

After Effects tutorials: Elevate your motion skills

By Tom May published 9 July 21

After Effects Discover the best After Effects tutorials.

Can you guess these brands from their old logo?

By Tom May published 5 July 21

Logos It's harder than it sounds.

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YouTube Premium: How to watch YouTube offline

By Tom May published 2 July 21

News Discover how to save YouTube videos, so you can watch them offline with an internet connection.

Best digital picture frame: Digital picture frames on shelves in horizontal and vertical formation

The best digital picture frame 2022

By Tom May published 2 July 21

Graphic Design Put your favourite photos on display, with the best digital photo frames available today

How to get a career in graphic design: Graphic designer at work

How to get a career in graphic design: 13 pro tips

By Larry Mayorga, Tom May published 25 June 21

Career Expert advice to help you forge a design career.

The 10 best sports logos of all time

By Tom May published 23 June 21

Logos Capturing the joy and passion of fans around the world.

The best online web design courses

By Tom May published 9 June 21

Career You'll find the best online web design courses right here.

Illustrator alternatives: 6 of the best

By Tom May published 28 May 21

Software Excellent alternatives to Adobe Illustrator.

4K vs 8K: Man using ViewSonic VP3286 8K monitor to edit video

4K vs 8K monitors: Which one should you buy?

By Tom May published 28 May 21

3D We set out your options, and explain whether a 4K or 8K monitor is better for you.

The best online video editing courses

By Tom May published 18 May 21

video editing Learn video editing at home with these top courses.

How artists can beat burnout

By Tom May published 12 May 21

Art Leading creatives share their tips for when stress becomes overwhelming.

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