Top 7 Visual Inspiration Resources for Creatives

This one is a classic for visual inspiration. Dive into the expansive world of Pinterest, a platform giving a diverse visual content. You can create curated boards, follow inspirational accounts, and discover new ideas through a tones of visual pins with art, photography, design, and much more.

Pinterest is not such a social media as Instagram where there is some point of comparison. I love this aspect of it, that you always go there to get inspiration on a specific topic and almost always get what you needed.

You can subscribe to my pinetrest and follow my inspiration boards. All links below.

You can look beyond traditional art and design magazines and explore lifestyle, interior, and fashion publications. I love magazines so mucc! They offer an variety of good, visual inspiration examples, featuring stunning layouts, photography, typography, and graphic design that can spark your creative vision.

When looking for a modern inspiration you can delve into Behance, a popular online platform where designers, photographers, and artists share their portfolios. Explore a vast range of projects, styles, and disciplines, and be inspired by the innovative techniques, visuals, and concepts showcased by talented creatives worldwide.

I also have a Behanca account where I have my portfolio in web and brand design, if you are interested, I will leave a link below.

Museums encompass a wide range of subjects, from art and history to science and technology. Expand your horizons by visiting various types of museums, even those that may not seem directly related to your creative field. Each museum offers unique perspectives, narratives, and visual experiences that can spark new ideas and connections.

Approach museum visits with a sense of curiosity and openness. Leave preconceived notions at the door and allow yourself to be captivated by the exhibits. Engage with the artwork or artifacts with a fresh perspective, allowing yourself to interpret and appreciate them in your own unique way.

Carry a notebook or sketchbook with you during your museum visits. Jot down thoughts, observations, and ideas that come to mind. Sketch interesting shapes, compositions, or elements that catch your eye. These notes and sketches serve as valuable references and can be revisited later when you're seeking inspiration or developing your own creative projects.

Watch films with a keen eye for visual storytelling and production design. Analyze the cinematography, art direction, and set design to understand how visuals enhance narratives and evoke emotions.

Cinematography has a large place in our lives. We look when the autumn melancholy flooded, as well as at the height of the holidays, when the soul is filled with joy and warmth.

It is able to cheer up, calm the soul, become a life-affirming attitude and motivator, helps to survive sad periods. However, not everyone knows that films are used as psychotherapy.

I recently learned about such a thing as film therapy, when films are used as psychotherapy. Film therapy is a branch of art therapy that has emerged relatively recently. This industry appeared when psychologists began to notice that the views on one film are radically different among group members and in one film each participant finds something unique for himself.

I think it's very interesting and good movie is a always huge resource for inspiration.

My last idea where to find visual inspiration is to delve into the captivating world of anime, known for its distinct visual styles and imaginative storytelling. Observe the dynamic compositions, unique character designs, and vibrant color palettes found in various anime series and films.

As a creative professional, it's crucial to broaden your horizons and explore unexpected resources to fuel your visual inspiration. So, embrace the journey, immerse yourself in these resources, and let them inspire you to create extraordinary visual experiences.

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