Annie Wong’s claymation creations will put a smile on your face
Illustrator and animator Annie Wong combines her love of “lumpy things” with a 90s MTV aesthetic to create images and gifs crammed with wit and warmth
An unconventional coronavirus survival guide courtesy of Max Siedentopf
The visual artist is asking people to use the sheer boredom of self-isolation to their advantage in a series of weird and wonderful creative challenges
Three photographers on life during coronavirus
With lockdowns in place and photography projects grinding to a halt, we spoke to three photographers around the world about how they’re dealing with the pandemic and what it means for them moving forward
Eike König on his journey from Chile to Germany during the pandemic
Founder of creative studio Hort, Eike König talks to CR about what happens when a country closes its borders and you don’t live there, and why reaching out to others is key during this time
How design studios are coping with the coronavirus crisis
As agencies adjust to remote working, we explore how the coronavirus crisis has impacted current projects – and what it might mean for the future of their business
Classic album covers reimagined for the social distancing era
LA agency Activista’s new campaign sees artists ranging from The Beatles to Blondie sticking to the medically advised six-feet rule to help limit the spread of coronavirus via a number of clever design tweaks
Ashmolean’s new identity brings a historic museum into the modern world
Design studio Blast has given the Oxford museum a branding facelift that aims to honour its 337-year heritage, while allowing it to breathe across the digital landscape
What brand purpose means in the age of coronavirus
Brand purpose has been an advertising trend for several years now, but now that companies’ actions and behaviour are truly being tested, which are performing well under pressure?
How I Work: Rob Biddulph
Author and illustrator Rob Biddulph is renowned for his witty and charming picture books for children. Here he shares his creative process and how he keeps readers coming back to his books
The big questions for advertising and creativity during and after coronavirus
The Covid-19 pandemic is throwing up an awful lot of questions for creatives. It may seem difficult to find the answers, but as Ben Kay points out in this column, maybe acknowledging all the questions is a good start in these difficult times
McDonald’s reimagines its logo for our new Covid-19 reality
The fast food chain is leading by example by separating the two halves of its famous Golden Arches to comply with the current social distancing guidance, in a new social campaign created by Brazilian agency DPZ&T
Photographer Andre D. Wagner on chemistry and chance
Athlete-turned-portrait photographer Andre D Wagner has become known for his black and white photographs distilling the essence of neighbourhood life in New York City. He discusses his experiences, approach and ambitions as a photographer
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