Five Star Gift Ideas

For a boyfriend who is passionate about graphic design, there are several thoughtful gift ideas that can fuel his creativity and enhance his skills. Consider the following options:

1. Online Courses or Subscriptions: Look for online platforms that offer graphic design courses and subscriptions. This will give your boyfriend the opportunity to learn new techniques, stay updated with industry trends, and enhance his skills from the comfort of his own home. Platforms like Skillshare, Udemy, and Adobe Creative Cloud provide a wide range of courses and resources for aspiring graphic designers.

2. Graphic Design Books: There are numerous books available that can inspire and educate your boyfriend about graphic design. Consider purchasing titles like "The Elements of Graphic Design" by Alex W. White or "Thinking with Type" by Ellen Lupton. These books provide valuable insights, tips, and examples for graphic designers at all levels.

3. Sketchbook and Pens: Every graphic designer needs a reliable sketchbook and a set of high-quality pens to jot down ideas and create quick sketches. Look for a sketchbook with good paper quality and pens that are suitable for illustrating and outlining. This will allow your boyfriend to explore his creativity and ideas even when he's away from his computer.

4. Graphic Design Tools: Depending on your budget, you could consider gifting your boyfriend graphic design tools such as a digital drawing tablet or a graphic design tablet. These tools can greatly enhance his ability to create digital artwork and illustrations with precision and ease.

5. Design-Inspired Clothing or Accessories: Find clothing or accessories that feature design-related elements. T-shirts or hoodies with minimalist graphics or quotes related to design can be a stylish addition to his wardrobe. Alternatively, you could look for accessories like phone cases or laptop sleeves with unique and artistic designs, which are both practical and visually appealing.

6. Museum or Exhibition Tickets: If your boyfriend enjoys being inspired by the work of other graphic designers, consider gifting him tickets to a design museum or exhibition showcasing graphic design. This will provide him with the opportunity to see the works of influential designers up close and gain inspiration from their creativity.

7. Customized Gifts: Personalize a gift to make it more meaningful and special. For example, you could have a custom-made graphic design-themed piece of artwork, a mug with a graphic design-related quote or his favorite design software logo, or even a personalized notebook with his name or initials.

Remember, the most important aspect of any gift is the thought behind it. Consider his specific interests and preferences as you choose a gift that will inspire and bring joy to his life as a graphic design enthusiast.

Or you can get him a star map with the date when he was born.

Staci Genelle Foland says about Under Lucky Stars star maps:

“I ordered a print for my boyfriend for his upcoming birthday 7 days ago and received it today. I ordered the anatomical heart one reflecting back on our first date. We love it! It is beautifully done and looks great in the living room!!!”