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What is an Icon API? How Developers Use Icon APIs to Build Scalable Apps in 2026

by | Apr 7

What is an icon API and why are developers using them instead of static SVG files? Learn how icon APIs help modern apps load icons dynamically, reduce asset management, and scale design systems across dashboards, builders, and AI-driven products.

11 Best Graphic Design Podcasts in 2026

by Noun Project Team | Apr 3

Looking for the best graphic design podcasts to tune in to while you work? Short answer: Design...

Design Icons: Tom Froese, Professional Illustrator, on How to Find Your Path, Get Hired, and Build Your Illustration Career

by Noun Project Team | Dec 16

In this piece, we summarize the key takeaways of a live conversation with professional illustrator and Skillshare teacher Tom Froese. Tom has done client work for noteworthy brands and taught of 120K students his unique methods of illustration. We cover how to establish a style, build career momentum, and gauge what’s really working.

Design Icons: Evante Daniels, Founder of SEEQER, on How Cultural Physics Affects Graphic Designers & Marketers

by Noun Project Team | Dec 16

In this post, we summarize insights from a live interview with Evante Daniels, founder of SEEQER, about cultural physics for creatives. We explore Evante’s perspective on capturing cultural signals, analyzing them, and strategizing your creative to better match authentic perceptions. The conversation makes clear the importance of social listening, Evante’s strategies for understanding how culture moves, and the benefits of working within a mindset of cultural fluency.

by Jeremy Elliott | Dec 8

Use Noun Project’s 2025 Content Calendar to plan all your marketing and social media content needs.

Introducing Pantone’s Color of the Year 2026: Cloud Dancer

by Jeremy Elliott | Dec 5

Browse our favorite stock photos inspired by “Cloud Dancer,” Pantone’s quiet and tranquil 2026 Color of the Year.

How to Edit Photos and Use Filters to Create a Marketable Style as a Photographer

by Zach Hodges | Dec 1

This is a guest article by Zach Hodges from VSCO, offering experience and expertise on creating a marketable style as a photographer.

Holiday Icon and Photo Collections

by Jeremy Elliott | Nov 22

Celebrate winter holidays and ring in the New Year with festive icons and photos.

Create Your Own Stencil for Pumpkin Carving With These 5 Easy Steps

by Noun Project Team | Oct 5

Use Noun Project icons to DIY your way to the best Halloween pumpkin yet 🎃

How to Create Easy DIY Halloween Luminaries

by Jeremy Elliott | Oct 2

Get creative by making your own print-at-home luminaries with paper bags (or jars) and Noun Project icons.

Design Icons: Grace Ling, Founder of Design Buddies, On Personal Branding for Creatives

by Noun Project Team | Oct 1

In this post, we distill insights from a live interview with Grace Ling, founder of Design Buddies, about personal branding for creatives.

We explore Grace’s unconventional career path, from studying bioengineering and computer science to becoming a successful UX designer and community builder, driven by her passion for art, content, and gaming.

The conversation highlights the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in building a personal brand, Grace’s strategies for growing her audience on platforms like LinkedIn and TikTok, and the financial benefits and networking opportunities that have come from her strong online presence.

We also discuss the evolving landscape of the design industry, the impact of new tech, and the value of diversifying interests and focusing on personal growth over rigid career paths.

The Best Creative Advice from Today’s Top Designers

by Jeremy Elliott | Aug 28

We spoke with 17 of today’s top designers and illustrators to get their best bits of creative and career advice.

How to Create Designs for Print On Demand Products Using Icons: A Fast and Easy Guide to Making Print On Demand Graphics With Free Clip Art

by Noun Project Team | Jun 6

Designing for Print on Demand (POD) doesn’t have to take hours or even require design experience....

Minimalism vs. Detail: Finding the Right Balance in Icon Design

by Suzanne Strong | Apr 30

What’s the best approach in icon design: minimalism or details?

Spotlight: Alex Clem, Disability:IN

by Noun Project Team | Apr 16

We caught up with Alex Clem, Digital Marketing Associate at Disability:IN, to learn more about her career path, creative process, and approach to designing for accessibility and disability inclusion.

New Feature: Filter Icons by Style and Line Weight

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 12

We’ve listened to your feedback— Now, we’re making it easier than ever to search icons with new Style and Line Weight filters.

6 Best Websites for Royalty-Free Stock Photos in 2025

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 3

A compiled list of the best six sites for free photo downloads.

7 Best Graphic Designers – According to Reddit

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 3

Redditors have had a lively discussion about who they deem the all-time greatest graphic designers and why. Here are their top picks.

The Best Icon Sites for Commercial Use: A Complete Guide

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 3

If you’re looking for the best icon sites for commercial use, this guide will help you find the perfect resources—whether free or paid.

The Accessibility Icon Collection

by Noun Project Team | Feb 19

25 free icons dedicated to accessibility and inclusion, created in partnership with Disability:IN, SVA, and Canva.

Spotlight: Lifestyle Photographer Aspen Evans

by Noun Project Team | Jan 31

This interview is part of a series celebrating the work of Black and African creators from around the world, in partnership with Black Women Photographers.

How to Import Icons, Images, and Photos into Apple Keynote Slide Deck Presentations

by Jeremy Elliott | Jan 14

Here’s our step-by-step method to add images to your slide deck in Keynote, whether you’re working with icons or photos.

Spotlight: Photographer Rebekah Gaillard

by Noun Project Team | Dec 30

This interview is part of a series celebrating the work of Black and African creators from around the world, in partnership with Black Women Photographers.

The Best Advice from Today’s Top Photographers

by Suzanne Strong | Dec 18

Explore advice for creating stunning images from some of 2024’s top photographers, curated by Noun Project, Canva, and Black Women Photographers

Spotlight: Travel and Adventure Photographer Phylecia Jones

by Noun Project Team | Nov 27

This interview is part of a series celebrating the work of Black and African creators from around the world, in partnership with Black Women Photographers.

The Best Free Design Tools on the Web

by Jeremy Elliott | Nov 12

These are the top free design tools and apps you can access on the web (no software required!)

Spotlight: Black Women Photographers Executive Director Beth Wairimũ Irũngũ

by Noun Project Team | Oct 11

This interview is part of a series celebrating the work of Black and African creators from around the world.

The Best Creative Advice from Today’s Top Illustrators and Designers

by Jeremy Elliott | Oct 3

We asked 20 of today’s top designers and illustrators what advice they’d give to fellow creatives just starting out. Here’s what they said.

Graphic Design Principles: Grouping and Proximity

by Jeremy Elliott | Aug 29

Learn how the principles of grouping and proximity can help make your graphic design compositions more scannable and clear.

Black Women Photographers and Noun Project Partner to Celebrate the Work of Creators Around the World

by Noun Project Team | Aug 19

Our new editorial series will highlight the stories of outstanding Black and African photographers who are members of the Black Women Photographers Community.

7 of the Best Color Palette Generators

by Jeremy Elliott | Jul 8

These online tools will help you quickly find beautiful, harmonious color schemes to use in your designs – without all the guesswork.

8 Productivity Tools for Creative Freelancers

by Jeremy Elliott | Jun 12

Check out our roundup of top tools for staying organized, tracking tasks, and managing projects for peak personal productivity.

Graphic Design Principles: Rhythm, Repetition, and Pattern

by Jeremy Elliott | May 21

Learn how rhythm, repetition, and pattern can make your designs both more digestible and more dynamic.

Design Icons: Dan Goods, Artist & Creative Director

by Noun Project Team | May 7

In this series, we’re sharing conversations about work, life, and the future with some of today’s most influential designers and artists.

Graphic Design Principles: Hierarchy

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 11

Learn how to effectively use the principle of hierarchy to direct the viewer’s focus.

How to Use Icons in Notion: A Guide to Visually Organizing Your Life

by Jeremy Elliott | Feb 7

Learn how to use icons in Notion to visually organize tasks, projects, and notes for everyday use.

Pantone’s 2024 Color of the Year

by Suzanne Strong | Jan 3

Explore Noun Project images celebrating Pantone’s 2024 Color of the Year

Icon Design Fundamentals: Mastering Vector Editing Tools

by Jeremy Elliott | Nov 15

Learn how to set yourself up for success with grid systems and vector editing tools.

How to Create Presentations that Pop

by Noun Project Team | Oct 9

Explore these helpful resources on how to create presentations that are beautiful, memorable, and make an impact.

Halloween Icon and Photo Collections

by Jeremy Elliott | Oct 7

Ring in the season with creepy, kooky, mysterious, and spooky icons and photos deep from the Noun Project vaults.

Design Made Simple: Getting Started with Canva and Noun Project

by Jeremy Elliott | Oct 5

Canva is a free, beginner-friendly web-based design tool that allows you to quickly create amazing graphic designs with icons and other elements.

The Best Free Tools and Resources for Entrepreneurs and Startups

by Jeremy Elliott | Sep 6

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite FREE tools and resources for design, branding, project management, and more.

Fall Icon and Photo Collections

by Jeremy Elliott | Sep 1

Browse through thousands of cozy autumn photos and icon collections to get into the spirit of the season.

Design Icons: Debbie Millman

by Noun Project Team | Aug 4

In this series, we’re sharing conversations about work, life, and the future with some of today’s most influential designers and artists.

Five Photography Tips From Pete Souza

by Suzanne Strong | Jul 25

President Obama’s Chief White House Photographer shared his experience and tips for taking great photos during a Q&A with Polly Irungu, Founder of Black Women Photographers.

Stock Photo Shoot Planning for July

by Suzanne Strong | Jul 12

Plan your stock photoshoots with our photographer content creation guides

Top Summer Icon and Photo Collections

by Jeremy Elliott | Jun 15

Celebrate the sunny season with our favorite summer-themed icon and photo collections.

The Importance of Brand Illustrations

by Jeremy Elliott | May 24

Learn how to use Noun Project to create your own illustrations and add a more personalized, expressive touch to your brand.

Check Out These Design Freebies for Your Next Project

by Jeremy Elliott | May 17

From Public Domain icon and photo collections to free editable templates, here are our top graphic design freebies to ring in the summer of 2023.

Plan the Perfect Photo Shoot

by Suzanne Strong | May 4

Follow these steps to plan your perfect photo shoot, from concept to completion

Design Icons: Timothy Goodman

by Noun Project Team | Apr 14

In this series, we’re sharing conversations about work, life, and the future with some of today’s most influential designers and artists.

How Conservation Photography Can Help Save The Planet

by Suzanne Strong | Apr 12

Learn how photography can be used for conservation efforts this Earth Month with inspiration from three amazing conservation photographers.

How to Create a Design System in Figma

by Jeremy Elliott | Apr 12

Save time by tracking and organizing your most common design assets and making them components in Figma.

Explore the Unusual: Noun Project’s Most Wild & Whimsical Visuals

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 30

We’re opening a new Pandora’s Box of possibilities this April Fool’s Day, with only the most wild, weird, and whimsical of icons and photos from our collection.

Design Icons: Justina Blakeney

by Noun Project Team | Mar 21

In this series, we’re sharing conversations about work, life, and the future with some of today’s most influential designers and artists.

Canva x Noun Project: Create with Icons for Everything

by Sofya Polyakov | Feb 22

Canva users now have access to a curated selection of icons from Noun Project to add to their creations.

How to Design a Typeform Survey with Noun Project Icons

by Jeremy Elliott | Feb 17

Learn how to design better surveys, quizzes and forms with Typeform using our Icon API.

Easily Create Trendy Designs with Adobe Express and Noun Project Icons

by Jeremy Elliott | Feb 16

Web-based design platform Adobe Express offers a streamlined way to make design accessible to everyone.

Hottest New Photography Trends for 2023

by Suzanne Strong | Feb 14

Get ahead of the pack with our top photography trends for 2023

Collaborate Visually with Mural and Noun Project Icons

by Jeremy Elliott | Feb 8

Learn how the visual collaboration platform Mural uses our Icon API to help teams unlock their creative power.

6 Easy Tips to Take Your Stock Photos from Good to Great

by Suzanne Strong | Jan 11

Follow these six simple do’s and don’ts from Noun Project photo curators to create stock photos that sell.

Craft and Hobby Inspiration: DIY Design Beyond the Screen

by Jeremy Elliott | Jan 10

We’ve been rounding up our favorite examples of creators stepping beyond the screen and getting crafty with icons.

Design Icons: Lisa Congdon

by Noun Project Team | Dec 7

In this series, we’re sharing conversations about work, life, and the future with some of today’s most influential designers and artists.

Happy Holidays! Top 10 Design Freebies

by Jeremy Elliott | Dec 6

Ring in the holidays and celebrate the spirit of giving by scoping out these freebies from Noun Project!

DIY Holiday Gift Boxes

by Jeremy Elliott | Dec 6

All you need is a printer, glue, and a precision knife to make these delightfully minimal paper gift boxes.

Pantone’s 2023 Color of the Year

by Suzanne Strong | Dec 6

Welcome to the Magentaverse with Viva Magenta.

Winter Color Palette Inspiration

by Suzanne Strong | Nov 22

Get inspired for your next project with Noun Project’s favorite winter color palettes.

How to Make Custom Designs on Zazzle with Noun Project Icons

by Jeremy Elliott | Nov 8

Add a more personalized flare to your holiday shopping this year by customizing gifts on Zazzle with icons!

Words of Wisdom from Today’s Top Illustrators and Designers

by Noun Project Team | Sep 7

Check out these helpful tips from some of the top creatives shaping the future of the industry.

How to Use Icons in Design: UX and UI Best Practices

by Jeremy Elliott | Sep 7

Here are the do’s and don’ts of using icons effectively in your user interface designs.

43 Symbols and Meanings in Graphic Design

by Noun Project Team | Jul 27

Learn some of the most common symbols and their meanings, and see how you can successfully implement universal symbols into your graphic design.

48 Graphic Design Quotes for Encouragement

by Noun Project Team | Jul 11

Need some inspiration for your next project — or a laugh? These graphic design quotes are perfect to get your creative juices flowing or to send to your client.

How to use Auto Layout in Figma with Icons

by Jeremy Elliott | Jul 11

Learn how to use Figma’s Auto Layout tool to quickly add padding and alignment rules to standardize your design elements.

How to Create Minimalist Geometric Designs with Tim Boelaars

by Jeremy Elliott | Jun 6

The Amsterdam-based designer and illustrator shares his tips for making clean, consistent, minimal geometric designs using grid systems in Illustrator.

What are Marketing Materials? + 15 Effective Examples

by Noun Project Team | May 31

What are marketing materials? This guide covers the basics of marketing materials and practical examples of what they can look like.

by Noun Project Team | May 10

These creative menu design ideas are effective and will look great in your restaurant or cafe. You don’t need to be a designer to create a menu that stands out.

41 Good Color Combinations + How to Create Your Own

by Noun Project Team | Apr 26

Good color combinations are used in a variety of contexts, from web design to branding. Understand the basics and see examples to inspire your own color choices.

How to Build a Creative Career with Headspace Lead Product Designer Frank Bach

by Noun Project Team | Apr 12

Frank Bach is Lead Product Designer at Headspace. We caught up with Frank to learn more about his career path, approach to creative collaboration, and key advice for new designers.

10 Types of Graphic Design in 2022

by Noun Project Team | Apr 12

Graphic design is an important field that shapes the visual environment of our world. Learn about 10 types of graphic design and how to make it your career.

Representing Disability with Jake Hytken of Snap Inc.

by Jeremy Elliott | Apr 7

Jake “JP” Hytken, DEI & ERG Engagement Manager for Snap Inc., helped Snap introduce the first wheelchair Bitmojis – and shares his tips on how people can better represent disability in design.

17 Graphic Design Styles: A Visual Guide

by Noun Project Team | Apr 6

This is a visual guide on different graphic design styles and their characteristics, along with beautiful illustration examples to inspire your next design.

DIY Easter: Stamp Your Own Custom Easter Eggs with Icons

by Jeremy Elliott | Apr 6

Ordinary white glue and a printed icon are all you need to “stamp” your favorite icons onto an egg using this unique method.

April Fools: Nothing But Cats

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 31

We’re celebrating April Fools’ Day by getting back to what the internet was originally built for: all cat content, all the time.

3 Simple Color Schemes to Make Your Photos Pop

by Suzanne Strong | Mar 7

Learn three basic color schemes based on color theory to take your photos to the next level.

Top Infographic Examples + How To Create an Infographic in 5 Steps

by Noun Project Team | Mar 7

Need some infographic inspiration? Learn how to create interesting visuals with our favorite infographic examples and an easy five-step process.

Creator Spotlight: Ian Matty of Project Makerspace

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 7

Ian Matty runs a Makerspace at a local library so students can discover new ideas and technologies. We caught up with Ian to learn how Noun Project icons help students explore projects like 3D printing and apparel-making.

An Introduction to Sketchnoting with Jen Giffen

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 7

Learn how to create visual notes for deeper learning and retention.

How to Make Free DIY Valentines with Adobe Express and Noun Project Icons

by Jeremy Elliott | Jan 26

Design your own creative (and free) Valentine using Adobe Express with Noun Project icons.

Hobby Month: Show us Your Iconic Craft to Win 1 Year of Skillshare & Icon Pro!

by Jeremy Elliott | Jan 10

Celebrate National Hobby Month in January by showing us a creative craft you’ve made with Noun Project icons. Two entrants will be selected to win a free annual Skillshare membership!

Celebrating PANTONE’s 2022 Color of the Year

by Suzanne Strong | Dec 13

For the first time in its history, PANTONE has created a brand new color for the 2022 Color of the Year.

Creator Spotlight: Denis Sazhin

by Jeremy Elliott | Nov 22

The illustrator, designer, and “Cat Artist” shares his tips on making design more personal and expressive.

Creator Spotlight: Michael A. Salter

by Jeremy Elliott | Oct 11

Corporate logos of the absurd: Artist Michael A. Salter reacts to visual culture through his uniquely surreal icon designs.

Behind The Scenes with Nat Geo Photographer and Filmmaker Ami Vitale

by Suzanne Strong | Sep 23

Nat Geo photographer and Nikon Ambassador Ami Vitale strives to help us embrace our interconnectedness and inspire us to protect nature.

How to Create Icon Effects in Figma

by Jeremy Elliott | Sep 13

Step beyond flat design and add dimension to your icons with neumorphic effects in Figma.

The Best Advice from Today’s Top Designers and Illustrators

by Noun Project Team | Aug 21

Just starting out in the world of design? Check out these helpful tips from some of the top designers and illustrators shaping the future of the industry.

Nature & Outdoor Photo and Icon Collections

by Jeremy Elliott | Jul 9

Celebrate nature and outdoor recreation with stunning photo and icon collections on Noun Project.

Master the Basics of Icon Design with Adrien Coquet

by Jeremy Elliott | Jul 1

Learn icon design basics in Adobe Illustrator from French Graphic Designer Adrien Coquet.

Education & Inspiration: Photographer Johnathan Conlon

by Suzanne Strong | Jun 29

Johnathan shares his process and walks us through how he captures stunning drone images.

Creator Spotlight: John Caserta

by Jeremy Elliott | Jun 3

John Caserta is a Graphic Design professor at RISD and the founder of a design-centered coworking space. Learn about John’s creative path and advice for budding designers.

Spotlight: Dr. Lisa Coleman, Chief Diversity Officer, New York University

by Noun Project Team | Apr 20

Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education and beyond.

Creator Spotlight: Kadi Franson

by Jeremy Elliott | Apr 14

The artist, designer, and citizen scientist illustrates the natural world around her and spreads ecological messages from her Bryce Canyon home.

Spotlight: Dr. Jenn Beck

by Suzanne Strong | Mar 31

Highlighting Women in STEM: Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon Dr. Jenn Beck helps get her patients back on their feet and moving.

by Suzanne Strong | Mar 30

Elevating the voices of those who have been underrepresented and breaking down cultural barriers.

Spotlight: Women Creators of Noun Project

by Jeremy Elliott | Mar 22

Celebrate Women’s History Month and use one-of-a-kind visuals year-round with these icon collections and photographs from outstanding members of our Creator Community.

Spotlight: Professor Jamillah Boyd, M.Ed., MLIS

by Noun Project Team | Mar 12

Professor Boyd was nominated by AnitaB.org to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Angela Tucci, COO at Uplight and Board Chairwoman at AnitaB.org

by Noun Project Team | Mar 11

Angela was nominated by AnitaB.org to be featured for her outstanding impact.

The Women in STEM Collection

by Noun Project Team | Mar 8

Celebrating trailblazers in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Self Portrait Sundays with Photographer Idara Ekpoh,

by Suzanne Strong | Mar 3

“I can’t capture beauty that doesn’t already exist. I am here to capture what’s already there.”

Using Icons for Education in Book Creator

by Jeremy Elliott | Feb 8

Book Creator is a simple tool for creating awesome digital books for any subject and grade level. We spoke with Book Creator’s Dan Kemp about how students can combine text, images, Noun Project icons and more to make engaging digital books that demonstrate their learning.

Spotlight: Laura Busino, Head of Content Production at Ford Motor Company

by Noun Project Team | Jan 29

Laura Busino was nominated by FREE THE WORK to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Suzanne Strong, Creative Strategist at Noun Project

by Noun Project Team | Jan 29

Curating inclusive, art-quality images for everyone.

Creator Spotlight: Luis Prado

by Jeremy Elliott | Jan 11

Luis elevates the familiar pictogram style to dazzlingly witty, socially incisive new heights.

Spotlight: Director and Artist Malakai

by Noun Project Team | Dec 23

Malakai was nominated by FREE THE WORK to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Photographer Feature: Simone Hutsch

by Suzanne Strong | Dec 20

Striking, surreal images that feature beautiful buildings and architecture.

Spotlight: Chloe Coover, Community Manager at FREE THE WORK

by Noun Project Team | Dec 15

Championing underrepresented Creators to change the status quo.

Creator Spotlight: Olena Panasovska

by Jeremy Elliott | Dec 8

Learn about Olena’s approach to designing icons successfully, and the methods she uses to turn her well-researched subjects into concise yet elegant icon forms.

Spotlight: Christina Morillo, Identity and Security Expert, Founder of #WOCinTechChat

by Noun Project Team | Dec 3

Christina has been nominated by The 3% Movement to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Photographer Feature: Jacob Lund

by Suzanne Strong | Nov 30

Authentic, beautiful photos from around the world.

Spotlight: Pamala Buzick, COO & Director of Partnerships at FREE THE WORK

by Noun Project Team | Nov 30

A curated talent discovery platform for underrepresented creators

Spotlight: Kai Deveraux Lawson, Global Director of Talent Partnerships, WPP

by Noun Project Team | Nov 23

Kai was nominated by The 3% Movement to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Bernadette Rivero, Co-Founder and President of The Cortez Brothers

by Noun Project Team | Nov 20

Bernadette was nominated by The 3% Movement to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Pamela Culpepper, Founding Partner, Have Her Back

by Noun Project Team | Nov 18

Pamela has been nominated by The 3% Movement to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Nilofer Merchant

by Noun Project Team | Nov 17

Nilofer has been nominated by The 3% Movement to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Kat Gordon, Founder of the 3% Movement

by Noun Project Team | Nov 16

Championing diversity and inclusion in the ad industry and beyond.

Spotlight: Love Malone, Founder and CEO of The Gradient Group

by Noun Project Team | Nov 15

Love has been nominated by The 3% Movement to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Krystal Hauserman, VP of Marketing & Communications, Fullscreen

by Noun Project Team | Nov 13

Krystal has been nominated by The Female Quotient to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Kamal Bhandal, VP, Global Brand and Consumer, Invisalign

by Noun Project Team | Nov 12

Kamal has been nominated by The Female Quotient to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Brit Rocourt, Senior Director, Corporate and Foundation Partnerships at Plan International

by Noun Project Team | Nov 11

Brit has been nominated by The Female Quotient to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Tina Tchen, President & CEO of TIME’S UP Foundation

by Noun Project Team | Nov 10

Fighting for justice and shifting the paradigm of workplace culture toward one of safety, equity, and dignity for women of all kinds.

Spotlight: Kayla Zapata Fory, Partner Solutions Manager, Instagram

by Noun Project Team | Nov 9

Kayla has been nominated by Latinas in Tech to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Karissa Uko, Senior Manager, Conference Operations at Blavity

by Noun Project Team | Nov 9

Karissa has been nominated by Blavity to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Ashley Harmon, Senior Director, Corporate Affairs at Blavity

by Noun Project Team | Nov 9

Pushing the boundaries of culture and the status quo.

Spotlight: Shelley Zalis, CEO and Founder of The Female Quotient

by Noun Project Team | Nov 9

Advancing equality in the workplace through the power of collaboration.

The Empowered Women Photo Collection

by Sofya Polyakov | Nov 9

A new photo collection celebrating empowered women leading at work, at home, in their communities, and beyond. In partnership with TIME’S UP Foundation, The 3% Movement, The Female Quotient, and FREE THE WORK.

Spotlight: Christine Outram, CEO at Everydae

by Noun Project Team | Nov 6

MIT alum and digital innovation expert Christine Outram is revolutionizing the world of online tutoring at Everydae.

Photographer Feature: Bojan and Ivan Zamurovic

by Suzanne Strong | Oct 29

Surreal, whimsical images with punchy pops of color.

Spotlight: Elisabeth Tuttass, Community Manager at Grid110

by Noun Project Team | Oct 26

Elisabeth has been nominated by Grid110 to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Carolyn Jones, Program Lead at Grid110

by Noun Project Team | Oct 23

Carolyn has been nominated by Grid110 to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Michelle Cho, Co-Founder and CEO, Gladeo

by Noun Project Team | Oct 20

Michelle has been nominated by Grid110 to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Co-Founder and Executive Director of Grid110 Miki Reynolds

by Noun Project Team | Oct 19

Fostering the most thriving, inviting, and inclusive community for entrepreneurs in Los Angeles.

Spotlight: Crystal Acevedo, DEI Program Manager

by Noun Project Team | Oct 17

Crystal has been nominated by Latinas in Tech to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Lorena Mesa, Director & Chair, Python Software Foundation

by Noun Project Team | Oct 16

Lorena has been nominated by Latinas in Tech to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Maria Oliveira Tamellini, Co-Founder and COO of GamerSafer

by Noun Project Team | Oct 15

Maria has been nominated by Latinas in Tech to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Redefining Women: Gender Equality in Iconography

by Sofya Polyakov | Oct 15

Noun Project’s Redefining Women Iconathon series will bring creative communities together to design new public domain icons that more accurately represent the women (and men) of today.

Spotlight: Mica Alaniz, Senior Software Engineer, DNC

by Noun Project Team | Oct 14

Mica Alaniz has been nominated by Latinas in Tech to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Nicole Herrera, Culture, Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager at Google

by Noun Project Team | Oct 13

Nicole has been nominated by Latinas in Tech to be featured for her outstanding impact.

Spotlight: Latinas in Tech Executive Director and Co-Founder Rocío van Nierop

by Noun Project Team | Oct 12

Connecting, supporting, and empowering Latina women working in tech.

Get Out the Vote

by Sofya Polyakov | Oct 12

Help get out the vote with these two free resources from Noun Project and Vote.org At Noun...

Spotlight: Felicia Curcuru, Co-Founder and CEO at Binti

by Noun Project Team | Oct 9

All Raise has nominated Felicia Curcuru to be featured for her outstanding impact in tech.

Spotlight: Lolita Taub, Co-Founder and General Partner, The Community Fund

by Noun Project Team | Oct 8

All Raise has nominated Lolita Taub to be featured for her outstanding impact in tech.

Spotlight: Julia Collins, Founder and CEO, Planet FWD

by Noun Project Team | Oct 7

All Raise has nominated Julia Collins to be featured for her outstanding impact in tech.

Spotlight: All Raise CEO Pam Kostka

by Noun Project Team | Oct 6

Creating a tech culture where women are leading, shaping, and funding the future.

Celebrating Diversity in Tech

by Sofya Polyakov | Oct 6

A new collection of stock photos to champion more inclusion and diversity in tech.

Photographer Feature: Alia Youssef

by Suzanne Strong | Sep 21

Championing positive representation of Muslim women and women of color in mass media.

Photographer Spotlight: Carol Highsmith

by Suzanne Strong | Sep 21

Capturing the beauty of America for 40 years.

Creator Spotlight: Zack McCune, Director of Brand at Wikimedia Foundation

by Jeremy Elliott | Sep 10

Creator and Wikimedia Brand Director Zack McCune designs unique icons which begin as rubber stamps featuring the rich details of world cultures.

Free Resources for Teachers

by Jeremy Elliott | Aug 12

Use these free templates to create engaging, highly visual educational materials with Noun Project icons.

Educational Icon Collections

by Jeremy Elliott | Aug 12

Create visual lessons and augment student learning with these classroom-friendly icons.

Remote Work and Collaboration: Get Visual with MURAL and Noun Project

by Noun Project Team | Jun 20

Make the most of your meetings by using MURAL and Noun Project to visually collaborate.

How to Make a Repeating Pattern with Icons in Illustrator

by Jeremy Elliott | May 19

Make an eye-catching repeating icon pattern using Adobe Illustrator.

How EdTech Expert Matt Miller Uses Icons for Education

by Noun Project Team | May 3

Matt Miller is an educator, blogger, and the author of several books including Ditch That Textbook. We caught up with Matt to learn more about his approach to teaching with tech and how icons can enhance learning.

Tutorial: Make a DIY Mandala Coloring Book

by Jeremy Elliott | Apr 16

Choose from over 3,000 mandala icons to print out and color at home. Adult coloring books have...

Creator Spotlight: Lorie Shaull

by Noun Project Team | Apr 9

Lorie Shaull is a photographer, videographer and icon creator. Her work has appeared on The Daily Show and her Ruth Bader Ginsburg icon has been used for everything from needlepoints to cookies, on signage and more. We caught up with Lorie to learn more about her creative process and her thoughts on iconography.

Visual Communication Resources: Coronavirus

by Noun Project Team | Mar 26

Icons to help communicate important hygiene, health and wellness information. During an emergency,...

DIY Valentine’s Day Cards

by Noun Project Team | Jan 30

Create your own custom cards using Noun Project icons and Google Slides. Valentine’s Day is right...

Winter Icon and Photo Collections

by Noun Project Team | Dec 6

Cozy up for the colder months with these wintry icon and photo collections.

Creator Spotlight: Elisabetta Calabritto

by Noun Project Team | Nov 11

We caught up with Elisabetta to learn more about her career path, creative process, and more.

Visible Women: Gender in Iconography

by Erika Kim | Oct 29

Tips for designing icons that depict gender from Noun Project’s lead content curator Erika Kim.

Spotlight Interview: Creative Director Jon Setzen

by Noun Project Team | Jun 12

We caught up with Jon to learn more about his creative process, how he uses iconography in his work, and more.

Curating Icons for Everything with Content Manager Erika Kim

by Noun Project Team | Mar 23

Our curation team is responsible for reviewing every icon that’s submitted to Noun Project for consideration. Lead curator Erika Kim shares how we evaluate and curate content so our users have access to the most diverse collection of icons ever.

Travel Icon Journal: Portland

by Noun Project Team | Jan 22

In this series, we’re sharing iconography from places near and far.

Holiday Gift Guide

by Noun Project Team | Nov 29

A curated list of some of the Noun Project team’s favorite things for gifting this holiday season....

by Noun Project Team | Oct 23

Used by some of today’s most innovative companies, Lingo is transforming the way creative teams work.

Spotlight: Interview with Artist and Illustrator Brian Rea

by Noun Project Team | Sep 17

Brian Rea’s award-winning illustrations appear each week alongside The New York Times “Modern Love” column. He is the former art director of The New York Times Op-Ed Page and has produced drawings and paintings for magazines, murals, fashion and film projects around the world. We recently caught up with Brian to learn more about his work and creative process.