A new book showcases the continued signifiance of Polaroid
A new book is bringing together Polaroids by contemporary image makers alongside historic photos of enthusiasts including Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat and Keith Haring
Pentagram redesigns Sight and Sound for a new era of film
BFI’s monthly publication worked with Pentagram’s Marina Willer to reimagine its visual identity and overhaul the design of the magazine
Illustrator Jean Aubertin uses watercolours to capture the everyday
The French illustrator talks about the importance of peace in the creative process and the challenges of using inks and watercolours
Why some creative businesses want to stay small
For a lot of agencies and studios, growth is a top priority – but not all set up shop with this in mind. We talk to two founders about why they want to keep things small and how they’ve made it work
The shop cats of China get a starring role in new book
In Marcel Heijnen’s photographs of shopkeepers and their feline companions, the viewer is given a colourful insight into China’s busy retail life
Will Child reimagines Kurupt FM in plasticine
Brentford’s finest garage MCs are back with a new track, Dreaming, along with an animated music video that sees their deepest desires become a reality
The road to freedom
As the UK removes Covid restrictions, our design correspondent Daniel Benneworth-Gray examines what ‘freedom’ means when you’re essentially a hermit
Studio Pi
A foot in the door
Essential advice to make a name for yourself in photography, whatever your background
Animator Sim Marriott on making it work off grid
For the last five years, Sim Marriott has been living and working aboard a boat. He talks to us about taking remote working to a new level during the pandemic, and the practicalities of sustaining an animation career on board
Oscar Hudson directs energetic new spot for Apple Watch
The ad nods to the array of sporting activities at your fingertips with the help of the Apple Watch’s latest features, but also reminds us of the importance of a bit of relaxation
New York hosts a wild foam party in Method’s new ad
Soap suds engulf the city in the film – created by Uncommon and directed by Jonathan Alric – which offers a hedonistic portrayal of washing up
How rap music took over advertising
As genres such as hip-hop and grime cement their position in the mainstream, we explore how the brand world is increasingly taking note
Creative Review’s Annual Awards 2025 are officially open for entries
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
How to scale your design business
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
Cultivating community with Ganni
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
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 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