Ellis van der Does’ textural illustrations feature a cast of oddball characters
With commissions from Disney, the BBC and Cambridge University, Ellis van der Does focuses on people and the interactions between her characters
Ekow Eshun on a new era of photography from Africa
The writer and curator is diving into the breadth of photography coming out of the continent in his new book Africa State of Mind. He discusses the “troubled relationship” between photography and Africa, and what sets this new generation apart
How to work with clients during a pandemic
We talk to three creative agencies about delivering virtual pitches, winning new business and being a useful partner to brands in troubling times
The challenges of data visualisation during coronavirus
Data journalist Mona Chalabi and Information Is Beautiful founder David McCandless tell us what it’s been like creating infographics during these uncertain times
Introducing Inque, a new magazine from Matt Willey and Dan Crowe
The art director and editor behind Port and Zembla are teaming up on a ten-issue literary magazine set to launch in 2021, with a list of contributors that includes everyone from David Lynch to Bridget Riley
How Resident Advisor uses illustration to bring DJs’ stories to life
The electronic music platform is visualising DJs’ early interactions with the scene through its refreshing illustration series, Cue Point
CR in conversation with Nils Leonard: sign up now
Nils Leonard, co-founder of Uncommon Creative Studio, will be in conversation with Eliza Williams, editor of Creative Review in a live broadcast on Wednesday: register to take part now
Marie Curie’s new ad shows not everything is on hold during coronavirus
The new spot, created pro bono by Saatchi & Saatchi, reminds the nation that care for the terminally ill is an ongoing need
How coronavirus cancelled art school
For the Class of Covid-19, the pandemic has left them grappling with no access to workshops, ‘virtual’ degree shows and uncertain career prospects. CR investigates the deepening crisis in the UK’s art schools, and whether they are doing enough to support students
Getting started on that long-lost project
With the UK in lockdown, and much of the creative community with some unexpected time on their hands, there’s never been a better time to tackle that project you’ve always dreamed of doing. But how to get started? Richard Holman has some tips
All hail the UK’s key workers
A new poster designed by Craig Oldham pays tribute to the many key workers keeping the country going – from teachers and truck drivers to food bank staff and warehouse operatives – and comes with a decidedly political edge
Ikea celebrates the upside of isolation with home videos
As the world adjusts to the new normal of life under lockdown, Ikea has created an ad celebrating what people can achieve by spending more time at home
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