The Creative AF Resource Center

A page intended to be a go to spot for creatives looking for tips, information, and everything in between. Artist highlights, product reviews, event calendars, opportunities, and more.

The Best Go-to Lists

for creatives, designers, and artists.


Top 3 Podcasts for Graphic Designers

  1. Design Better - A great podcast for those starting out in design -conversations with established industry leaders.

  2. Earning by Design - Bite sized information on tips to get the most out of freelancing and industry landscape.

  3. The Logo Geek- Fantastic Episodes featuring approachable conversations from Graphic Designers for Graphic Designers.


Top 3 Books for Graphic Designers

  1. Thinking with Type - by Ellen Lupton was one of the first graphic design books I read, and I consistently reference my digital copy when I need some inspiration.

  2. The History of Graphic Design - by Jens Müller

    This engaging book is a great introduction to the rich history of Graphic Design, offering readers interesting and informative insights.

  3. The Moderns : Midcentury American Graphic Design -by Steven Heller  & Greg D’Onofrio 

    Though it's listed third, it's likely my favorite book for inspiration and history of what I consider true graphic design standards.


Top 3 Online Portfolio Builders

  1. Squarespace – Sleek, professional templates with built-in e-commerce options.

  2. Adobe Portfolio – Free with Creative Cloud, great for photographers and designers.

  3. Cargo– A unique and modern portfolio platform for artists and creatives.

Top 3 Color Palette Resource Sites

  1. Coolors– A fast and easy-to-use color palette generator.

  2. Adobe Color – AI-powered color harmonization and inspiration.

  3. Paletton – A classic tool for exploring color theory and combinations.



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