Edwardian collector Edward Lovett amassed over 1,400 charms and keepsakes during his lifetime, some of which are currently on show at the Wellcome Collection in London. Curating the exhibition is artist Felicity Powell, whose series of intricate works in wax are also shown alongside these uniquely human objects
This film shows rather neatly how TBWALondon’s recent TV spot for yogurt brand Müller was made using a variety of different animation and live action techniques…
Part online showcase, part creative agency, Shanghai’s NeochaEDGE provides a platform for the burgeoning Chinese creative community, writes Patrick Burgoyne
The art buyer provides inspiration and talent ot the creative department in ad agencies. With the rise of digital it is a role that is evolving, writes Eliza Williams
In 1946, this poster captured the mood of post-war America and, with a single word, hinted at the possibilities of what this new carefree world might bring
Traditional photograms are made by placing objects directly onto photographic paper. For CR’s cover this month, John Ross has updated the idea by using the digital back of the camera, the ‘chip’ itself, to create a series of intriguing images themed around the letter ‘P’. “Unlike the traditional film method that uses negative film, the […]
To say that Portuguese artist Alexandre Farto aka Vhils uses the street as his canvas is something of an understatement. Rather, he rips, blasts and drills into it to create his portraits from the urban decay. His first, self-titled book is out now from Gestalten, priced £37.50. Detail from Scratching the Surface, Cali, Colombia, 2010, […]
Published in November 2011, Saul Bass: A Life in Film & Design by Jennifer Bass and Pat Kirkham was the first book about the career of the legendary designer. On its release Rick Poynor looked back at Bass’ work
How a football club and a local design company harnessed community spirit to create a stadium full of art, by Gavin Lucas
Visiting the Victoria and Albert Museum’s autumn blockbuster exhibition, Postmodernism: Style and Subversion, 1970–1990, I had a minor epiphany in front of a chest of drawers. In 1978 Alessandro Mendini arranged to have an Art Deco cabinet decorated with a copy of an abstract painting by Wassily Kandinsky from the 1920s and an angular mirror […]
As the UK high street fights for survival, local councils are turning to artists and designers to help bring vital reinvestment, writes James Pallister
One of the most respected and trusted awards for the advertising and design industries are back for 2025. Run, don’t walk to get your entries in before the Early Bird Deadline on 25 October
Growth is a dream for many businesses, but it comes with challenges. Daisy Crowder, brand and marketing director at design recruitment agency Craft, offers advice on how to navigate the change and keep staff on side
The Danish luxury fashion label has spearheaded the characterful evolution of Scandi style. Here, chief brand officer Priya Matadeen discusses its approach to collabs, the pressures of being a responsible brand, and how Ganni Girls grew from a hashtag to a badge of belonging
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
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