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Miro Illustrations

Miro Illustrations

Recently, I had the opportunity to contribute as an illustrator on the rebranding of Miro in collaboration with AKQA agency. Along with the key brand visuals, I also developed a whole set of characters, objects, and icons, used across the board as brand material assets. The illustrations depict scenes from our contemporary world coupled with glimpses of the future. These visuals represent the platform Miro has crafted ? a space where even the most unconventional ideas find their canvas and come alive.

Dreamlike Scenes Unfold in Masha Foya’s Ethereal Illustrations

Dreamlike Scenes Unfold in Masha Foya’s Ethereal Illustrations

From glowing portals that open up in swimming pools to an oversized cat sipping from an ornamental fountain, Masha Foya celebrates wonder and imagination in her dreamy illustrations. Based in Kyiv, the artist has previously collaborated with clients like Adobe, The New York Times, Sierra Club, Scientific American, and more, and her personal work continues to explore gauzy, surreal scenes of reflection and solitude. See more on Foya’s website, Behance, and Instagram. “Nature” “Night I” “Follow the Light” “Self-Portrait” “Lightness” “Waterfall” “Swimming Pool” “Follow the Light II” Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Dreamlike Scenes Unfold in Masha Foya’s Ethereal Illustrations appeared first on Colossal.

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Y2K Abstract 3D Illustrations

Y2K Abstract 3D Illustrations

Quality big previews in this One Pager (built with Webflow) promoting the Y2K Abstract 3D Illustration pack. Full Review

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Warmth and Mystery Emanate from Illustrations by Myriam Wares

Warmth and Mystery Emanate from Illustrations by Myriam Wares

“In a way, I was always an illustrator at heart, at least since I was old enough to hold a pencil,” says Myriam Wares. “Drawing has always been a part of me since childhood; I simply continued along that path into adulthood.” The Montréal-based artist layers themes like the natural sciences, technology, mythology, and contemporary social issues through a surrealist lens. Her rich illustrations, commissioned by the likes of The New York Times, Barron’s, Quanta, and more, invite viewers into enigmatic, introspective worlds of wonder. “La retombée (​​​​​​The fallout)” (2024), digital painting Wares emphasizes dramatic lighting, complementary colors, and the power of scale in dynamic scenes that emanate warmth. She draws on her background in visual art and an interest in art history to create narrative scenes featuring classical sculptures, emotional figures, and inviting landscapes. “The language of symbols and visual metaphors feels the most natural to me when comes the time to express myself,” the artist tells Colossal. “I love playing with meanings and thinking of different ways to visually represent an idea.” Wares enjoys the constant challenge of balancing numerous projects along with personal creative work, which evolves over time and informs how she approaches commissions for clients. “Every new assignment comes with its own set of demands and aesthetic particularities,” she says. “I never really have time to get bored before a new project comes along.” See more work on Wares’s website, Behance, and Instagram. “The Messenger” “Making amends in the wake of #MeToo” Illustration for ‘The Verge’ “Natura morta per la fine dell’estate” Illustration for Stripe’s ‘Increment Magazine’ “Une nuit ensoleillée (a night full of sun)” (2024), digital painting Do stories and artists like this matter to you? Become a Colossal Member today and support independent arts publishing for as little as $7 per month. The article Warmth and Mystery Emanate from Illustrations by Myriam Wares appeared first on Colossal.

2024 Booooooom Illustration Awards Winner: Hoi Chan

2024 Booooooom Illustration Awards Winner: Hoi Chan

For our first-ever Booooooom Illustration Awards, supported by Format, we selected 5 winners, one for each of the following categories: Editorial, Personal, Product & Packaging, Advertising & Promotional, Student. Now it is our pleasure to introduce the winner of the Editorial category, Hoi Chan. Hoi Chan is an illustrator from Hong Kong, currently based in New Orleans. This is an editorial illustration for an article in The New York Times, “The Beauty of a Silent Walk”. A huge thank you to Format for supporting our awards this year. Format is an online portfolio builder specializing in the needs of photographers, artists, and designers. With nearly 100 professionally designed website templates and thousands of design variables, you can showcase your work your way, with no coding required. To learn more about Format, check out their website here or start a 14-day free trial. We had the opportunity to ask Hoi some questions about his work–enjoy the interview below!

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VectorElements – Vector Illustrations, SVG Icons & Free Vector Graphics

VectorElements – Vector Illustrations, SVG Icons & Free Vector Graphics

VectorElements is a growing collection of premium and free design resources created to make visual work easier. Explore illustrations, SVG icons, infographics, textures, and effects for websites, branding, marketing, social media, and other creative projects. The post VectorElements – Vector Illustrations, SVG Icons & Free Vector Graphics appeared first on CSS Nectar Web Design Awards.

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How to use digital illustrations effectively in product and UI design

Illustration systems have become a core part of modern product design — they communicate brand personality and simplify complex ideas in ways photography cannot. The most effective illustration-based UI designs maintain a consistent visual language: unified line weights, a defined color palette limited to 4–6 brand colors, and a single perspective convention (flat, isometric, or 3D). Mixing styles breaks the visual contract with users.

What illustration styles are most used in digital product design?

Flat 2D illustration dominates SaaS and consumer app design for its scalability and clarity. Isometric illustration adds depth without full 3D complexity, making it popular for technical products and dashboards. Character illustration creates emotional connection in onboarding flows and empty states. Abstract geometric style suits fintech and B2B contexts where trust and precision matter. The right choice depends on the product's personality and the audience's expectations.

How do you build a consistent illustration system for a product?

Start with a style guide before creating individual assets: define stroke width, corner radius, shadow treatment, and the core color palette. Sketch the same scene at multiple compositions to test whether the style holds up at icon scale (24px) and hero image scale (1200px). Reusable character poses, object libraries, and defined perspective rules make the system scalable across a growing product without losing coherence.

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