Exposure: Sara Messinger
US photographer Sara Messinger talks about the power of teenagers to Gem Fletcher, plus explains how switching from soccer to photography changed her approach to life
In-House Agency Leaders Club
Brand v content: how to ensure peace breaks out
David Granger, director at Arc & Foundry Creative, has seen first-hand how in-house brand and content teams can – occasionally – come to blows. But how do you keep things on track and ensure peace breaks out between the two parties?
Luigi Ghirri’s photographic study of a very little Italy
Reality and illusion collide in a new book of Ghirri’s photographs taken in an Italian miniature park, where he established his enduring themes of ambiguity and artifice
Why brands and creatives are drawn to cuteness
The latest blockbuster exhibition to take over Somerset House in London delves into the elusive meaning of ‘cute’, and how its links to consumer culture have made it ripe for subversion by creatives
In-House Agency Leaders Club
One brand’s journey to being named ‘best in-house team’
How do you turn a struggling in-house studio into an award-winning creative team? Shelter creative director Helen Jones has some advice
Henry Scholfield delivers a stylish trio of ads for DoorDash Canada
The theatrical ads mix set design and choreography to tell a tale of efficient service from the delivery brand
How Purplebricks rebuilt its brand from the ground up
Following a tumultuous few years for Purplebricks, the online estate agent’s rebrand signals its renewed focus on shaking up the housing market
DixonBaxi creates a witty rebrand for US TV network, The CW
Drawing on the shape of its previous logo, the new design gives the brand an energy and irreverence to help it stand out in a crowded market
How tarot rose to the forefront of culture
We speak to designer Caleb Cain Marcus, author Johannes Fiebig, and artist Natasha Khan, aka Bat for Lashes, about how tarot links to permacrises and the post-truth era – and why artists are so drawn to it
A new book revisits Ruth Orkin’s theatrical photographs
Known for her captivating photographs of city scenes and children at play, the late photographer is the centre of a book that illuminates the intersections between her different practices and influences
Sun-Kyo Park’s curious artworks reflect on the fabric of society
In a new solo London exhibition, the artist is presenting his jarring compositions which can be traced back to his childhood
Team ITG
Pushing the limits of creativity with virtual production
VP’s rapid evolution can help brands break new ground without breaking the budget
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