Lisa Sorgini on photographing mothers and children in isolation
The Australian photographer’s intimate series, Behind Glass, captures the “lightness and darkness” of parenting during lockdown
The Lowdown: Hermeti Balarin on staying agile in a crisis
As part of The Lowdown, a new series of content from Xeim’s brands, CR’s editor Eliza Williams was in conversation with Mother London’s ECD Hermeti Balarin. You can listen to their chat here
How I Work: Dominique Evans, The Royal Mint
Dominique Evans has worked as a graphic designer at Britain’s oldest company, The Royal Mint, for over a decade. CR speaks to her about how she got the job, and what it’s like knowing that your work will live on in purses and pockets across the country
Caroline Norbury on the creative crisis caused by Covid-19
The CEO of Creative England and the Creative Industries Federation talks to us about the disciplines worst hit by the Covid-19 crisis, why the system has never fit the creative sector, and why we need to address the present before heading into the future
The Nationwide Degree Show will display grad work on billboards
The Nationwide Degree Show is offering art and design graduates – who are left with no regular degree shows this year due to coronavirus – the chance to see their work displayed on billboards across the UK
How Joe Wicks became the nation’s PE teacher
Joe Wicks has inspired millions of people to keep active during lockdowns with his live workout videos. We talk to Nikki Wicks, Head of Content at The Body Coach, and Koto, the studio behind its branding, about creating PE With Joe
New book Time on our Hands offers a welcome distraction from lockdown life
Creatives including Jeremy Deller and Akinola Davies have contributed non-coronavirus related artworks to the new book, with all the proceeds going to the Royal College of Nursing Foundation’s Covid-19 support fund
Designers from across the world contribute to Group, an eclectic charity typeface
The new font is the collaborative effort of 37 designers and lettering artists from around the globe, and aims to raise funds for the WHO during the coronavirus crisis
Ryan Reynolds is bringing his tongue-in-cheek charm to Mint Mobile
Following his witty work for Aviation Gin, actor Ryan Reynolds is also showing ad agencies how to do it in a set of new spots for Mint Mobile, which he owns
Witzig is the doggy lifestyle brand made for dachshund lovers
ThoughtMatter created the visual identity for the new pet care brand, which puts the sausage-shaped canine front and centre in its logo
Durex looks for lasting change in new campaign
While the world searches for normality amid the pandemic, the contraception brand is beckoning people to leave some outdated norms in the past
How nostalgia became the new normal in TV
Whether we’re rewatching endless episodes of Friends or binging retro-inspired series like Stranger Things, revisiting the past is clearly playing a huge role in our viewing habits – but why? CR dissects television’s obsession with the nostalgia effect
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