⚡️Sparked Vol. 5⚡️ Design’s latest obsession + the AI tool you didn’t know you needed

Hello -, this month we're serving up access to 900K+ motion graphics plus studio shot VFX, the best video models on the planet, and an exclusive asset drop from illustrator Chris Piascik — a legend who's worked with everyone from Nike to Nickelodeon.

Let's go.

We just dropped 7000+ new VFX assets into your motion graphics library

Three new VFX categories just landed in your Envato subscription: Water & Fluid effects (think gentle rain to crashing waves), Particles (subtle sparkles to explosive bursts), and Distortions (reality-bending intensity). Combined with our existing collection, you now have access to over 960,000(!) cinema-quality motion graphics assets.

The best part? They're all sitting there waiting to be used, with unlimited downloads and zero extra costs.

VideoGen just got some new brains (and they're all brilliant)

We’ve recently integrated Google Veo 3, MiniMax Hailuo 02, ByteDance Seedance 1.0, Kling AI, and Runway Gen-3 Alpha into VideoGen. Our tool-agnostic approach means you don't need to become an expert in any of them. The system figures out which model handles your prompt best — so you can focus on the creative vision, and let the tech handle the execution.

Need a creative spark? Find inspiration fast with InspoGen 

Browse thousands of curated projects, save your favorite 'sparks', and create boards that actually communicate vision with our new (and free) AI inspo tool. Graphic designer Grace Fussell shows you the exact workflow that got her from concept to campaign-ready mood board in minutes.

How motion designers are actually using AI in 2025

Motion designer Jess Riley surveyed her creative community to see how pros are actually integrating AI into their workflows. The results? They're not worried about being replaced — they're using AI to amplify their creative output and push boundaries while maintaining control over the vision.

The AI trends that are currently breaking the internet 

Grok's new anime companion GF is everywhere (and it's getting weird), AI influencers are crashing Wimbledon and hitting the mainstream, and people are turning their favorite video games into local theater productions with the power of Google Veo 3. In our regular wrap-up, we break down what's worth your attention and how to get in on the fun.

The creative community is having a collective moment of clarity, and our download data proves it. Searches for “timeless” are up 51%, “heritage” up 42%, and “handcrafted” up 30% since January 2025 — while “retro” has actually declined by 21%, suggesting an appreciation for old-world artistry and work that feels substantial and crafted.

You're digging deeper — embracing neutral palettes and heritage aesthetics that feel grounded instead of gimmicky. The nostalgic design trend isn't just aesthetically pleasing; it's rooted in purpose, offering comfort and authenticity in an increasingly chaotic world.

Chris Piascik just dropped some exclusive assets (and they're all yours)

Illustrator Chris Piascik has been in the game for decades, and has collected a string of global heavy-hitter clients along the way including Nike, Cartoon Network, McDonald’s, Google, Coca-Cola, and Nickelodeon (to name just a few). 

Now, Chris has bottled that magic and created something exclusively for Envato subscribers: Fuzzbox, a chunky psychedelic typeface that crawls out of '70s rock poster DNA, and Delightfully Distressing, a brush set made from actual ink and paint textures. Plus a tutorial to show you how to use 'em.

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See you next month 🫡

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