Made (by hand) in Breukelen
The story of Breukelen Gin is told in this lovely short film that ties together two emerging cultural trends: the rediscovery of the hand-made and the rise of Brooklyn (or Breukelen) as a brand
Burgers on walls
Burger-loving Londoners with a penchant for graphic art are in for a treat. The Burgermat Show at Beach London’s gallery and shop will showcase 24 burger-themed artworks, each created by a different image maker…
Well well, a new take on the drinking fountain
Poietic Studio’s latest project, the Tropism Well, is a drinking fountain with a difference. As you approach it, it gently bows down to pour water into your glass
Concrete Hermit reopens to Four Floods
It was closed for months but Concrete Hermit’s Shoreditch gallery and shop has re-opened and today launches a new exhibition of screenprints by Dan Sparkes, Heretic, Joe Wilson, Otecki, Sarah King, and The Pit…
Up My Street by Dylan Collard
Photographer Dylan Collard has created this series of images, titled Up My Street, which capture a selection of north London’s more charismatic independent shop owners in their place of work.
BJP Launches iPad App
The British Journal of Photography, the world’s oldest photography magazine, has launched an iPad app, which takes full advantage of the tablet’s backlit display to show off reams of photographic images in a format that is equally (if not more) alluring than print.
Life and Fate trailer by Devilfish
Devilfish has created this Saul Bass-inspired film to promote the new BBC Radio 4 dramatisation of Vasily Grossman’s novel Life and Fate, which stars David Tennant and Kenneth Branagh. The trailer is currently airing on UK TV.
Prize covers on the Man Booker shortlist
Two first time novelists and titles from four independent publishers make up this year’s Man Booker Prize shortlist and, encouragingly, in a sign that printed book design continues to up its game, the covers are in rude health too
New interactive music video-game for Androp
New creative company Party has created this totally beautiful new interactive music video-cum-game for Japanese band Androp. We advise that you play it now.
Urbanized posters by Build
Gary Hustwit’s new documentary film Urbanized, about the design of cities, premiered last week at the Toronto International Film Festival. Build has designed the identity for the film, the official poster and a set of four limited-edition prints…
Hannah Blackmore CR Bursary Film: The Regulars
Hannah Blackmore, who was recently awarded a £1,000 bursary from CR to create a new piece of work, courtesy of iStockphoto, has completed a new documentary film with the money. It is shown here.
Super slo-mo fashion on ice
Every day this week fashion website Fantastic Man’s Daily Recommendations page will showcase a short film by Dutch art duo Lernert & Sander, each of which showcases a particular look modelled by an ice skater doing his thing in super slow-motion…
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