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The process of developing a genius idea from start to finish requires expertise gained over years of experience. While those who specialize in design or advertising are not considered to be artists, sometimes their ideas can become true masterpieces, and those who admire the creativity, recognize the artistry behind them.

In this case, a subreddit called DesignP**n unites all the ad and design enthusiasts that share creative finds among like-minded individuals. So if you don’t shy away from a good advertising campaign, or imaginative designs, we prepared a list of the best submitted photos from this online community.

To gain insights into the advertising world, Bored Panda reached out to Alvaro Sotomayor, the founder of The Kennedys, which is a creative incubator program where new talent gets the chance to work on real agency assignments. Read the full interview with Alvaro below.

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    This Poster, Designed By Armando Milani For United Nations

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    The creative industry can be tough to break into due to its competitive nature. Therefore, to not miss out on new aspiring creatives, Alvaro initiated The Kennedys program.

    When asked about the significance of The Kennedys in the advertising world, Alvaro explained, “The Kennedys was founded by myself in 2011 to bring into the creative industry as much hidden talent as we could find in Europe. For the last 12 years, we have opened a creative back door into the industry to nurture and accelerate those that might not have a direct shot at the front door. The front door of WK doesn’t open very often and when it opens, it is to solve immediate problems, while the back door of The Kennedys takes a chance on people that might not fit in and accelerates them through a curated experience on how we approach the future.”

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    Turns Out I’m A Fan Of 19th Century Drainpipes Now…

    Turns Out I’m A Fan Of 19th Century Drainpipes Now…

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love the ornate designs in everything from past. Every small and big building used to have a character as against the boxy ‘modern’ designs.

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    This Barcode On A Ukrainian Cracker Pack

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    Nea
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its sad this needed to be done but I appreciate that they said this.

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    In our lifetime, we are going to see a massive amount of ads, but there are at least a few you can remember off the top of your head for one reason or the other. That is not a definite way to decide which ad is great and which isn't; therefore, we asked Alvaro to share his view on what sets a good ad apart from a great one. “In my humble opinion, the work that best resonates with me is work that is brave. That is taking a chance at trying something new. That challenges the way we tell stories, or leaps forwards by showing you what is possible. I personally remember those that had an emotional impact on my life. That made me imagine something new or brought up a perspective that I wasn’t aware of. I am a perpetual tourist in this business and prefer work that teaches me something new.”

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    While scrolling through the list, you might have noticed that design is not all it takes. Behind every design, first and foremost, there was an idea. So when asked about the importance of execution in making an idea successful, Alvaro shared his opinion. “Personally I think that done is better than perfect. In terms of success: The idea is essential. So you can execute the hell out of nothing and still will remain empty. But If the idea is simple and new, anything you add to make it will make it stronger.”

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    With an AI uprising nowadays, we were wondering what impact it has on advertising. Alvaro expressed genuine excitement about the possibilities AI brings, stating, “I am authentically excited about the tools that are being given to us to express and expand our own imagination. The power of AI to push us further into the realms of imagination excites me tremendously. AI-generated art is alive with thoughts and ideas. AI has also given access to everyone to express their thoughts and is challenging the elitism of the industry, which can only bring more and fresher POVs which are essential to keep this industry alive and fun.”

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    And lastly, Alvaro added: “The industry needs more accelerators like the Kennedys and Plusplusone.com. If you would like to start your own or need help motivating your own crew, call me. Simply to encourage everyone to open their doors to as many varied and mixed POVs as they can. To come together as an industry and encourage each other to be brave and fun and not so much about effectiveness and ROIs. The more varied our ecosystems in the creative industry we have, the richer the output will be. From old to new to fast and slow, any technique and any shape or form. The future is bright, my friends.”

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    Design For Watsky's Three Most Recent Albums: Complaint, Placement And Intention

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    This Hearse That Someone Bought And Remade To Look Like Someone Is Trying To Get Out

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    Nina
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Finally one that you can read both ways!(without it becoming a jumbled mess)

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    This Mc Donald's Bill Board That Tells The Time

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    This Reddit Ad From Wwf

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    Susan Green
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Isn’t that the truth, I only hope it’s not too late for our polar bears.

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    World Cancer Day Awareness Ad (2015)

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    Will Cable
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly we are still in the era when you see a doctor saying you know something is wrong and yet they dismiss you from the other side of their desk...that is even if you can get an appointment.

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    The Logo For Electric Design & Lighting

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    Mimi La Souris
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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it’s definitely Monday, it took me too long to see the electrical thing

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's awesome. Reminds me of when we were returning to the US from London from our 2 week art and design study abroad program, the guy at the passport counter asked where we were coming from and we'd say "study abroad" and he goes "what was her name?" Took me a second to respond lol.

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    At The Airport

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    Will Cable
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw the USS Enterprise in the picture, the coffee being the deflector dish

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    A Map Of Paris But It's Actually A John Wick 4 Poster

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    Millennium Falcon Waffle Maker

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    Awkward Froggy
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a baby yoda pancake maker instead of this one, but they are huge!🤯

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    A Simple Mountain Napkin Holder

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    This Breast Cancer Poster

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    Dodo
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brilliant! I heard an ad on Spotify this morning about breast cancer and it only mentioned women. Seems like something worth changing.

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    Corvus
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how it manages to look both futuristic and retro, simultaneously.

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    Finnish Company "Kiilto" Logo Uses Typography To Form The Flag Of Finland

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    The Flatiron Building Turned 120 This Year! I Walk By It Every Day

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    Inherited This Lamp From My Sister. The Toucan Lamp From Enea Ferrari, The First Children's Lamp Made Of Plastic

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    Official Poster Design For "American Born Chinese" Created By Artist James Jean

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    Coffee Shop Logo Made Of Two Coffee Cups Toasting

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    These Evil Eye Coasters

    These Evil Eye Coasters

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    JewishPunnyBunny
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want them. I love the evil eye/eye of Fatima and hamsa/hand of Fatima motifs.

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    Casio Ck-200 Keyboard (1985)

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    The Logo For The Puerto Rican Winter League Depicts Roberto Clemente Hitting His 3,000th Hit Superimposed On The Flag Of Puerto Rico

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    New Mcdonald’s Ad Campaign Is Pretty Dope

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    This Cover Of The Economist Is So Clever

    This Cover Of The Economist Is So Clever

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    Kimbowa
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have you seen some of the designs people are carving into pumpkins these days? Artistic and unbelievable. I struggle making teeth in a mouth!

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    Chairs At KFC In The Shape Of The Colonel’s Tie

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    Super Excited For The Olympic Pictograms That Aren’t Just Swooshy Stick Figures!

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    tia wright
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Without looking at the words I can only identify 4. They should just make these more recognizable I don't like it

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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was a pretty good musical. I had my doubts and my criticism, but that's because Frozen was my ABSOLUTE favourite when I was little and I wanted past me to be happy. And she was quite content.

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know how clever, it's hard to read and you don't want that

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    The Logo Of This Brewery

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    This Cover Of A Book About Lsd As A New Treatment For Autism

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    Jennik
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it's important to understand there are different degrees of autism. People with Level 1 autism (previously referred to as high-functioning autism) may not need or want any treatment. People with Level 3 autism ("low-functioning" autism) have severe deficits in social communication, extreme difficulty coping with change, and other restrictive behaviours that cause severe impairments in functioning. Treatment for severe autism like this has the potential to be life-changing for the person and their families.

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    VonBlade
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Krupps : What are we going to do with all this machinery now?

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    1971 Plymouth Barracuda Front End Design Concept, 1968, Donald Hood

    1971 Plymouth Barracuda Front End Design Concept, 1968, Donald Hood

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