Marbled inkscape packaging for a range of scented candles by graphic designer Sumi Shin.Įxplore the Inkscapes Curated Collection:Ģ021’s inkscape trend is a contemporary spin on an incredibly ancient practice-paper marbling.īelieved to have originated in China as early as the 10th century, a more formalized version of the practice was widely used in Japan in the early 12th century. Read on to discover more about the inkscape trend and pick up inspirational tips for how to make the most of these colorful backgrounds in your design projects. Brown inkscape texture by contributor Igor Vitkovskiy.Īfter 2020, we could all do with more fun and color in our lives, and inkscapes are here to ensure the new Roaring Twenties starts off on the right foot. Blue and gold inkscape background by contributor Anna Babii. Inkscape textures in action on these luxurious business card designs. With liquid marble, fluid art, and Kintsugi proving to be amongst our most-searched terms on the Shutterstock library, we expect the inkscapes trend to only grow further in 2021. Today, these elegant designs are just as captivating, and bring texture and interest to a wide range of designs from packaging to landing pages. Riding on the wave of a 70s-infused resurgence in graphic design, inkscapes look fabulous teamed with curvy serif type, luxurious metallics, and acid-bright colors.Ī trend with deep historical roots, inkscapes are inspired by traditional paper marbling, a technique that originated in East Asia as early as the 10th century.

Let’s explore why this new trend is taking hold in 2021.

Molten and mesmerizing, colorful inkscapes are set to steal marble’s crown.

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