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Get inspired by the best indie game devs
By Joe Foley last updated
Discover the creators pushing boundaries with bold ideas, stunning art and unforgettable gameplay.

Why 2D game art is thriving in 2025, and how you can do it too
By Ian Dean published
We pick the games to inspire and the apps to create your own pixel art worlds.

The best Adobe Illustrator alternatives, for all budgets and skill levels
By Tom May last updated
From Affinity to CorelDRAW, try these top vector-editing tools.

22 mind-boggling optical illusions
By Georgia Coggan last updated
Our pick of the best optical illusions of all time will leave you amazed and confused in equal measure.

This simple setup was all I needed to finally kit out my perfect art studio
By Forrest Imel published
Enter the domain of artist in residence Forrest Imel and his pets.

Banksy and the judge: why great art happens when things go wrong
By Tom May published
Sometimes the most powerful art emerges by accident.

What marketing can learn from post-production
By Glenn Matchett published
Discover how to get your creative workflow in better shape with these lessons from post-production.

27 Procreate tutorials to improve your digital art
By Ian Dean last updated
Pro artists share the best Procreate tutorials for beginner, intermediate and advanced users, from quick tips to step-by-step workflows.
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