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About the author: Callum Chapman
Callum Chapman is a freelance designer from Cambridge, UK. He is the creative mind behind Circlebox Creative and Circlebox Blog, and can often be found writing for SM and other well known design related blogs.
Posted in Resources by Callum Chapman on 12th May 2010
Today we have a collection of five colourful bokeh textures, which of course are free to download and use in your personal and commercial work. They’re great to use to add a subtle touch of texture to your work, or to use as website/header backgrounds.

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Posted in Giveaways by Callum Chapman on 24th March 2010
For the latest Circlebox giveaway we’re doing something for a local printing firm from Cambridge, just a short drive away from where I live. Up for grabs are two sets of 500 high-quality, single-sided business cards. Read on to find out how to win!

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Catching attention and bringing in new clients is easier than it seems. A lot of it is down to keeping your existing clients happy, offering a fantastic customer service, and generally doing things to keep your clients in a positive mood about whatever it is you do for them, whether you’re a graphic or web designer, web developer, or even a photographer. This article outlines eight great tips to help keep your clients super happy, ultimately resulting in long-term clients and even a longer client list!

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Posted in Inspiration by Callum Chapman on 22nd March 2010
I’ve seen a few compilation posts recently showcaing different colour-schemed web designs – I thought I’d give it a shot myself. I have rounded up a selection of 30 stunning blue web designs to showcase here for inspiration. With it heading into Summer and all (at least it is here in the UK), all of us British designers and developers are hoping clear and bright blue skies should soon be making a regular appearance – hopefully this post will get us all in the spirit for some sunshine, although we probably don’t need much encouragement!

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Posted in Inspiration by Callum Chapman on 19th March 2010
Rankin is a highly skilled photographer, publisher and film director living in London with his wife and thirteen-year-old son. He has many famous shots, from Kylie lying naked and prostate, to the Queen smiling enigmatically. His iconic and mischievous style have him a reputation as one of the world’s leading photographers, and is an inspiration to millions across the globe.
Rankin says “There’s no point in dressing it up, I love women and I love taking photos. It’s more like a fantastic hobby than a job.”. Below is a showcase of 37 of Rankin’s photographs, which are bound to top your inspiration levels up for at least a few hours!

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