Eddie Apollo’s illustrations feature a retro charm
Eddie Apollo’s illustrations and animations, which have recently caught the eye of Sadie Frost, feature a cartoon style reminiscent of Jamie Hewlett
Collins Modern Classics gives some much-loved books a new look
Titles including Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s Americanah and Naomi Klein’s No Logo are included in the series, which promises to bring together some of the most significant books of recent times
Christian & Patrick on 20 years of directing
The director duo cut their teeth creating unusual animated visuals for artists like Björk as part of Lynn Fox. They reflect on how architecture influences their work, the elements that ads often overlook and the future of music videos
Kacey Jeffers wants people to feel seen in his photography
The photographer talks about the kind of stories he wants to tell, and how his experience as a model allows him to connect with his subjects
Carlota Guerrero’s subversive take on the female form
The Spanish imagemaker discusses the making of her debut monograph, her collaborations with everyone from Solange to Rupi Kaur, and the evolution of her mission to challenge the male gaze
Tanu Muino on making music videos bigger, better and weirder
Tanu Muino is the filmmaker on every artist’s wishlist, following a string of hits for Lil Nas X, Cardi B and Rosalía. CR spoke with her about making blockbuster music vids, her love of Hieronymus Bosch, and why artists need to embrace the bizarre
Inside illustrator Gaurab Thakali’s vivid scenes
Drawing inspiration from jazz records and Nepali art, the illustrator creates buzzing scenes and intricate landscapes filled with energy and warmth
Sheba looks to give cat owners a good night’s rest in new ad
The cat food brand’s sleep-inducing film features everything from ASMR to meditation techniques designed to combat 4am feline wake-up calls
Exposure: Balarama Heller
Art director Gem Fletcher showcases the work of Balarama Heller, a photographer whose work is rooted in exploring nature and spirituality, in vivid hues
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How to be smarter about type
Choosing the right typeface for a big branding job requires more than creative nous: you also need to navigate tricky T&Cs, legal landmines and potentially crippling unforeseen costs
A new show is presenting over 15 years of JR’s thought-provoking art
Known for his large-scale photography projects, the elusive artist is presenting his work in JR: Chronicles, his first major show in the UK
Why advertising needs to keep selling but also save the world
Being a brand with purpose doesn’t mean that you’re not interesting in selling. In fact, having a progressive message is vital to future success, say Nick Steel and Penny Lodge at creative agency HarrimanSteel
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