MTV logo changes, stays same
After 29 years, MTV unveils a logo ‘refresh’ – like many of its viewers, the network has become a little wider and a little fatter
Hair, there and everywhere
Two recent books get to grips with our fascination with hair and how it continues to provide creative inspiration for artists and designers
White Lakes
Until a few weeks ago photographer Jan von Holleben was stationed in Haukeli, one of the coldest parts of Norway and the place where his ongoing project with artist, Michelle Jezierski, began last year
Design set to make the pint glass safer
Can two new smash-proof designs reduce the frightening number of glass attacks in pubs each year in the UK?
McFetridge and The Wild Things
A lovely small book of Geoff McFetridge’s drawings created whilst working on the titles, type treatments and marketing graphics for Where The Wild Things Are…
Matt Stuart’s Happy Accidents
Photographer Matt Stuart’s show, Happy Accidents, opens tonight at the KK Outlet in Hoxton Square…
Stanley Donwood at Schunk*
Currently on show at the Schunk* museum in the Dutch city of Heerlen is a new exhibition by Radiohead collaborator and artist Stanley Donwood, titled Red Maze…
Hairpin bends, no lights, no problem
To test the night vision technology in the Mercedes E-Class, Guy Bird took on the hairpins of the Stelvio Pass in the Italian Alps, in the dark. With no lights. He also made a short film of his unusual road trip
Why the iPad matters
Malcolm Garrett argues that the true value of the iPad will be in driving the evolution of the computer interface
Make your own Valentine’s glass heart. Caution: may break
Stuck for a suitably creative Valentine’s gift for your loved one? If you’re in London, you could make your own glass heart at Zest’s studio
Onitsuka Tiger Launches Tansu Shoe
Since launching its Made Of Japan campaign in 2007, trainer brand Onitsuku Tiger has created a series of shoe sculptures, each representing different aspects of Japanese culture. Its latest celebrates Tansu, the Japanese woodworking tradition…
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