Exposure: Sinna Nasseri
Whether he’s photographing a political rally, a plastic surgeon at work or a celebrity, Sinna Nasseri’s images are close up and intimate. Gem Fletcher profiles his work
Celebrating the creative power of the concert poster
To mark its 25th anniversary, Vermont venue Higher Ground has released a book which delves into its rich history of one-off concert poster designs
A delicate identity for the World of Wedgwood
Textural photography and minimal illustrations have been developed to “invigorate” the historic pottery brand’s visitor attraction
Eva Cremers is growing up – and so is her work
Much of Eva Cremers’ career so far has been spent building fun 3D worlds for kid’s brands. Here, she discusses why she’s determined to keep challenging perceptions and pushing the boundaries of her practice
Gross new Pot Noodle ads are right on brand
This ridiculous but brilliant campaign is here to remind everyone of Pot Noodle’s core offering: that it fills a hole when you’re hungry
Why Creativity Matters: How type can revolutionise your brand
The latest talk in our virtual event series aims to help brands navigate the world of typography and fonts, with contributions from DixonBaxi, Omse, and Why Fonts Matter author Sarah Hyndman
How to use animation to tackle taboo subjects
We speak to the brands and creative teams using animation to explore difficult and taboo subjects in the world of health and look at the impact it can have
What is studio culture and why does it matter?
DesignStudio’s Elise Santangelo-Rous balances her role as ECD with a responsibility for improving and adapting its creative culture. She tells CR why that’s so important, and how people’s expectations are changing how the business works
New photo book captures the diversity of 1980s New York
Over three decades after they were taken, Tria Giovan shares her photographs of the Lower East Side, one of the city’s most unique neighbourhoods
Trifle Studio challenges the notion of who can be a designer
Director Ella Ritchie and studio manager Tom Dorkin talk about their work helping creatives with learning disabilities break down barriers
New Heinz print campaign highlights ‘ketchup fraud’
Created by Rethink, the posters feature illicit-looking shots of restaurant staff filling Heinz bottles with cheaper ketchup
Pepsi reveals new branding that nods to its past
The soft drinks brand has announced a new visual identity ahead of its 125th anniversary later this year
Why are brands apologising so much right now?
Brands are saying sorry at a more rapid rate than ever. CR’s advertising columnist Ben Kay delves into why sorry is no longer the hardest word and whether this is an effective strategy for winning audiences
How Guinness embraced social
By loosening its approach to advertising, and engaging with its audience directly, the drinks brand has transformed with the times and won a whole new set of fans
Tracing Banksy’s art history remixes
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
How Lego creates meaningful brand experiences
We speak to Lego’s VP of global brand development Alero Akuya about the brand’s rare ability to straddle the physical and virtual worlds with ease – whether through its immersive new art exhibition in Paris or collaborations with Epic Games and Nike
Matt Willey brings a human touch to Kaos titles
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
A visual history of movie posters
A new book from Reel Art Press collates the first comprehensive history of film posters. We explore why they remain an underappreciated area of cultural design
The Leaders Issue is out now!
The Autumn 2024 issue of Creative Review looks at the brands and individuals who are pushing creativity forward on their way to the top
The Monthly Interview: Rob Lowe, aka Supermundane
Mark Sinclair talks to the artist and designer about his new book, Lost Ordinary Magic, and the importance of recognising the power of simplicity and the everyday wonders that surround us
Unravelling adland’s obsession with 90s nostalgia
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
Building the visual world of Fontaines DC
The band’s surreal new album visuals explore a darker, more grotesque side of romance. We speak to the creative team behind the campaign about challenging the visual tropes of rock music
Jessica Walsh ventures into the world of type
As the &Walsh founder launches her agency’s new offshoot Type of Feeling, she discusses why typography’s ability to evoke emotions makes it one of the most powerful tools at a brand’s disposal
Can neuroscience make you a better creative?
Kinda Studios is tapping into the emerging field of neuroaesthetics to help creatives and brands make more impactful work that benefits people’s wellbeing