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Smashing Animations Part 2: How CSS Masking Can Add An Extra Dimension

What if you could take your CSS animations beyond simple fades and slides β€” adding an extra dimension and a bit of old-school animation magic? In this article, pioneering author and web designer [Andy Clarke](https://stuffandnonsense.co.uk) will show you how masking can unlock new creative possibilities for CSS animations, making them feel more fluid, layered, and cinematic.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Smashing Magazine favicon Smashing Magazine

Jennifer Aniston's hilarious haircare ad is a masterclass in celebrity branding

You need to see the "Hair People".

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Book me a ticket to Milan, I need to see this optical illusion

Were the 'rotating' towers really a design accident?

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Discover Greg Manchess's art tips for more dynamic paintings

The award-winning painter and illustrator explains how to improve your technical skill set with colour and composition.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Discover Greg Manchess's 10 tips for more dynamic paintings

The award-winning painter and illustrator explains how to improve your technical skill set with colour and composition.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

The design of Pope Leo XIV's coat of arms is proving to be surprisingly controversial

Heraldry buffs demand answers on "confusing" background colour.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

I'm kind of obsessed with this bold new Bible design

God, it looks good.

Published on: May 14, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Wait, did Taylor Swift just use web design to drop a major Easter egg?

Something big could be coming.

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Why we're looking forward to Birmingham Design Festival 2025

Speakers include Malika Favre, Liza Enebeis and Aardman's Merlin Crossingham.

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

This little tablet is so much more than just an e-reader (but it's not for everyone)

The Pocketbook InkPad EO is an E-Ink tablet with a lot of tricks up its sleeve

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

10 tips for building creative confidence in your art

Find your own artistic voice with advice from MoonActive Studio’s Lynn Chen.

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

I finally found the solution to my muscle aches in this standing desk

Could a height adjustable desk really have health benefits and more?

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

"Mental health has gone mainstream – but only the safe parts," how one Swiss coffee brand is smashing mental health taboos

This beautifully designed foundation does more than just coffee.

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

From Amazon to Adobe: is 2025 the year of the 'quiet rebrand'?

Jaguar, take note: splashy rebrands are so 2024.

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Introducing Iterative Alignment Theory (IAT)

What is Iterative Alignment Theory (IAT)? In the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence, the interaction between AI systems and human users has remained constrained by static alignment methodologies. Traditional alignment models rely onReinforcement Learning from Human Feedback (RLHF)[Christiano et al., 2017] andpre-defined safety guardrails[Ouyang et al., 2022], which, while effective for general users,...

Published on: May 13, 2025 | Source: UX Magazine favicon UX Magazine

The new Google logo is already proving popular

"Makes the current one look dated already."

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

The new Google logo is already winning fans

"Makes the current one look dated already."

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

US copyright verdict offers a glimmer of hope for artists vs AI

But will it make a difference?

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Leaked Kung Fury 2 footage turns the original's camp comedy and over-the-top VFX up to 11

Schwarzenegger, Fassbender, dinosaurs and Hitler. What more could we ask for?

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Brussels Airlines gets a new identity, but sticks with its old logo

Here's yet another example of the subtle rebrand trend.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

'My artist alter ego gave me a purpose': a day in the life of Carlos Oliveras Colom

The visual designer and artist discuss the influence of AI and the importance of paying artists their worth.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Integrating Localization Into Design Systems

Learn how two designers tackled the challenges of building a localization-ready design system for a global audience. This case study dives into how Rebecca and Mark combined Figma Variables and design tokens to address multilingual design issues, such as text overflow, RTL layouts, and font inconsistencies.

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Smashing Magazine favicon Smashing Magazine

I tested the fastest possible SSD – it's rough, tough and really expensive

Super fast and able to shrug off hostile environments too

Published on: May 12, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Can Disney Abu Dhabi possibly look like its stunning concept art?

The first Disneyland in the Middle East could face some major challenges.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

5 times Apple chose the right font (and one it got wrong)

Apple typography hasn't always been ideal.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

How to trace in Procreate: a simple step-by-step guide for beginners

An easy way to get started in digital art.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

"We wanted the polar opposite of the glossy world of Shopify": How&How's creative director on Big Cartel's big rebrand

Chris Clayton tells us how a bold, scrappy rebrand helps the original indie e-commerce platform sell itself.

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

The Cola wars just got interesting as Campa Cola takes over India

But is its branding any good?

Published on: May 11, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

Design Career Ladder: Growth Through Clarity

Photo by Vitaliy Grin onUnsplashIntroduction: Finding Clarity, Building Structure from TeamNeedsAs we navigated the path of leading the design team, we reached a point where it became clear that we needed a shared direction and a common language. The lack of clarity around roles and values had started to cause confusion and a noticeable decline in the quality of our work. To address this, we decided to create both a...

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: UX Planet favicon UX Planet

Should You Become a Designer in 2025? Here’s What You Really Need to Know

Thinking about becoming a designer in 2025? The short answer: yes, it’s still a great careerpath.Design offers creative challenges, solid income potential, and the freedom to work from anywhere in the world. But let’s be realβ€”success in design doesn’t come from β€œjust being creative.” It takes clarity, discipline, and a good understanding of how the industry actuallyworks.Here are 8 honest truths aspiring designers...

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: UX Planet favicon UX Planet

The best 1980's animated films include one of my all-time favourites

From Akira to The Little Mermaid, here's how the 1980s changed animation forever.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

The best 1980s animated films include one of my all-time favourites

From Akira to The Little Mermaid, here's how the 1980s changed animation forever.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

11 creative exercises you can do in five minutes or less

Everybody can make time to build their creatives skills with these quick ideas.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq

"Everything feels much more at home," Frontify’s director of brand on the success of Amazon’s subtle rebrand

We discuss the pros and cons of tweaking vs overhauling a brand identity.

Published on: May 10, 2025 | Source: Creative Bloq favicon Creative Bloq