New short highlights the unpredictability of living with epilepsy
Epilepsy Research UK’s new campaign film directed by Luke Davies shows the reality for people with the condition through the eyes of a passionate Scottish surfer
Creative Collaborators: Frank Lebon and Molly Manning Walker
Next up in our series examining what makes for a successful creative partnership, we speak to Frank Lebon and Molly Manning Walker about the all-important director-DP dynamic
Wednesday Holmes on illustration and activism
As a non-binary queer artist, Wednesday Holmes’ work is tied to activism. Here, the illustrator talks about why sharing personal stories online and on social media can help people feel connected
The New Storytellers Issue is out now!
The latest issue of Creative Review is dedicated to the creative leaders and exciting new voices who are championing the underrepresented and changing our world
A new exhibition remembers Ray Harryhausen as a titan of cinema
Coinciding with the late filmmaker’s centenary, the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art’s new show delves into his fascinating creative process and far-reaching legacy
Discover Rapapawn’s hypnotic loops and animations
The Spain-based animation studio takes its cues from contemporary art and geometric forms to create mesmerising transitions and gifs for a variety of clients
Reshaping the face of tech with Catty Taylor
Through her inclusive tech collective Digi-Gxl and the Institute of Digital Fashion — a URL × IRL initiative shaking up the fashion industry — artist Catty Taylor is pushing the social and cultural boundaries of technology
Inside the surreal world of Hiro Murai
Hiro Murai’s dream-like vision has produced unforgettable imagery for artists including Childish Gambino and FKA twigs. Here, the filmmaker discusses the joys of collaboration, exploring the realm of television with the series Atlanta, and why This is America is an anomaly in music videos
The life and work of Margaret Calvert
A new display at the Design Museum is looking back at some of Margaret Calvert’s most enduring designs. Here, we speak to frequent collaborator Henrik Kubel and curator Rachel Hajek about how the designer’s work has become synonymous with British identity
Exposure: Naomi Wood
For her latest Exposure column, art director Gem Fletcher profiles the work of Naomi Wood, who examines the complexities of motherhood in her series I Wake To Listen
David Byrne’s irreverent illustrations muse on life during Covid
Pace Gallery is hosting an exhibition both online and in its New York space showcasing 50 hand-drawn ‘dingbats’ created by musician and artist David Byrne
Niklas Wesner’s line-based works pull from his dreams and childhood
Inspired by the comics, films and manga he grew up with, the illustrator wants his ambiguous images to make people feel again
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