The internet is full of resources, but they are often missed and hard to reach. Below are some of the resources that a packaging designer might need. Please comment if I had missed anything.
1. Inspiration
- The Dieline
The #1 resource for packaging design inspiration on the web! Kudos to Andrew Gibbs for the packaging goodness! - notcot.org
Your daily creative gallery digest that features some of the most creative packaging design - Global Package Gallery
Thousands of Hi-res packaging images from 40 countries .- need subscription
2. Brain Storming
- Bubbl.us
Fun and creative online brainstorming application. - gliffy
Flowcharts and diagrams that you can create online.
3. Freebies
- Free Vectors
Free vectors to download - Cg Textures
Free Photoshop Brushes - Free Packaging Templates
Free Packaging Templates from boxes to teapot gift bag - Freebies on PackagingsOfTheWorld
Links to free stuffs on Packagings Of The World
4. Stock Photos
- Fotolia
Over 4 million Free and Cheap Stock Images - Big Stock Photo
Another Cheap Royalty Free Stock Image Library from as low as $1 per pic - ShutterStock
The popular 25-a-Day subscription to download up to 25 images of any sizes - Stock.xchng
Free Stock Images
5. Files Management