This is Kyle Evans performing with his de/Rastra, an ‘oscillographic synthesiser’, made from a 1970s TV. The instrument allows the player to create on-screen visuals using the television’s cathode ray tube, which then generates a host of marvellous sounds
The University of the Arts London has just unveiled its new identity designed by Pentagram. CR talked to the studio’s Domenic Lippa and UAL’s director of communication Dee Searle about the project, and what it means for the university’s six famous art and design colleges
Our latest pick of new publications include a new magazine devoted to booze, the latest zine from illustrator Nigel Peake, plus the new Food Issue of PORT magazine…
Some smart packaging design for Coca-Cola’s support of the USA Olympic and Paralympic teams comes courtesy of studio Turner Duckworth
To launch Evian’s new ordering website, evianchezvous.com, BETC Digital has created a special internet-enabled fridge magnet that lets you order a new batch of Evian as soon as you run out.
As the Olympic flame passes through Kent later this month, UCA Canterbury is staging an exhibition and symposium dedicated to the design heritage and legacy of the Munich Games held in 1972
It’s degree show season again. In order to cover as many as possible, CR is looking for volunteers to attend degree shows in your town or city and recommend the most interesting work
Tomato has directed a new 60 second film through agency Beattie McGuinness Bungay, designed to relaunch MSN as an up to the minute provider of news and entertainment online resource…
Tom Hingston Studio and Keep Agency have collaborated to create the brand strategy, graphic identity, website and print collateral for Manhattan Loft Gardens, an ambitious high rise development by Manhattan Loft Corporation currently under construction in Stratford, East London…
French ‘illustratrice’ Laëtitia Devernay has been named as the winner of this year’s V&A Illustration Awards for her book, The Conductor
French and Irish fans want to beat England more than any other team at Euro 2012 and the Germans are feeling confident – two of the less surprising findings from the Sharp FanLabs campaign monitoring thousands of football supporters at the Euros
The sheer pain involved in riding over 18 mountains in eight days in the annual FireFlies charity cycling challenge is vividly captured in 1000 frames per second in a fundraising film by Chris Cairns
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
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
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
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
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
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 Autumn 2024 issue of Creative Review looks at the brands and individuals who are pushing creativity forward on their way to the top
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
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
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
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
Kinda Studios is tapping into the emerging field of neuroaesthetics to help creatives and brands make more impactful work that benefits people’s wellbeing