Apple brings a country vibe to its latest ad
The spot is another of Apple’s high-class product demo spots, which this time illustrates the advantages of having both an iPhone and an Apple Watch
Richard Holman on the value of the unexpected moment
Wrong turns and unpredictable moments are a part of every creative journey, yet we rarely like to examine these in full, preferring to give the impression that everything is in our control. But, writes Richard Holman, these accidents are vital
Pedro Nekoi on how he puts together his digital collages
The illustrator, designer and art director works for an array of clients, while still maintaining his unique style, which is inspired by the Memphis Group and found imagery
Studio Output creates new identity for the Alfred Landecker Foundation
As well as a visual rebrand, the studio has also created a new digital platform for the Foundation to support its mission and help drive change
How branding can help us reach a greener travel future
Car brands have spent years, and millions, shoring up our reliance on petrol and personal vehicles, but change is arriving fast. Can a new wave of design and branding persuade us to move to greener forms of transport?
The role of Aberdeen People’s Press in late 20th century activism
A new exhibition is showcasing the printer’s archive of materials from the 70s and 80s, with the aim of elevating its legacy in the history of social and political causes
Robert Yang creates queer garden game We Dwell in Possibility for MIF
Nude figures and ejaculating plants abound in the interactive game, created for the Manchester International Festival by videogame designer Robert Yang and illustrator Eleanor Davis
Why we need to stop screen shaming
A new report by We Are Pi and Human.dev shows how good screens can be for children’s development. Here, two of the contributors to the report explain why it may finally be time for everyone to be less hung up about ‘screen time’
My Career Journey: Calmatic
The LA-based director behind music videos for Pharrell, Lizzo and Lil Nas X reflects on his journey from afterschool computer club to Grammy-winning director
A new exhibition celebrates five photographers’ individuality
In Progress showcases new and ongoing projects by photographers including Adama Jalloh, Laia Abril and Widline Cadet, via a series of solo exhibitions
Three Black Pencil winners at this year’s D&AD New Blood awards
Submissions dealing with how creativity can improve cancer care and help diversify literature landed the 2021 New Blood entrants six White and three Black Pencils
Tom Hingston on designing for arts venues
As Hingston Studio’s type-led identities for the Serpentine and the V&A greet the general public, the designer talks to us about the importance of creating designs that give institutions flexibility in these times
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