A new photo book captures joy and romanticism in the Alps
Wrap up warm! Photography duo Arturo + Bamboo are publishing a book of wintery landscapes and sports shots taken in the Alps over six years
Rebecca Rowntree on reintegrating into agency life
After several years freelancing in the ad industry, the creative director has joined Leo Burnett full-time. She talks to us about the perks and perils of freelancing, how she made herself invaluable, and why she chose to go permanent again
Everything you need to know about flexible visual identity systems
A new book from graphic designer and educator Martin Lorenz looks at why systems, not logos, are the future of graphic design
Designing for Grief
The messy, unpredictable experience of grief has moved online, but how do we design for such an individual and complex set of emotions?
Why colour is vital for ads to pack an emotional punch
Colourist Toby Tomkins discusses the powerful role of colour to drive the emotional impact of ads, film and TV
BBC Winter Olympics ad is a 3D printed wonder
The trailer evokes the harsh conditions faced by the Olympians through a mix of stop motion animation, 3D printed sets, and in-camera effects. We hear from the director about how it was made
Collins unveils a kaleidoscopic new logo for OpenWeb
Typography from the 19th century formed the starting point of the studio’s rebrand, which creates a “clear, confident voice” for the social engagement platform
Martin Buday’s photo book captures the everyday weirdness of the US
Prophetic Kingdom is the photographer’s first monograph, and brings together images of “unpopulated and pseudo-apocalyptic landscapes”, capturing the peculiarity hidden within suburban life
Good Reads: Deem Journal is all about democratising design
As Deem Journal publishes its third issue, Envisioning Equity, we speak to the team behind the magazine about why they want to redefine design as a social practice
Ksenya Samarskaya on the future of the Type Directors Club
After a period of closure following accusations of racism, the 75-year-old organisation has appointed its first managing director. Here she tells CR about making the TDC more open, diverse and culturally engaging than ever before
NB Studio’s rebrand puts Mindshare “at the centre of the infinite conversation”
The media agency’s updated identity dials down the purple palette in favour of multicoloured, ‘elastic’ new branding
On’s new ad tells Olympian Akwasi Frimpong’s remarkable story
The film mixes documentary with graphic novel-style animation to tell how Frimpong became the first skeleton athlete from Africa to win an elite race
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