Ushiki Masanori’s project Visitors started life as a daily surrealist portrait diary, and has since travelled the world on clothing brands, in exhibitions and now, as a book
Australian initiative This Is Not University introduces students and graduates to the everyday realities of working in a busy design studio, with the aim of filling in the skills left lacking by many creative degrees
We take a look at all the Grand Prix winners from this year’s Cannes Lions festival, where Burger King, Nike and the New York Times were the biggest winners
The final round of Grand Prix winners at Cannes Lions include a choose-your-own-adventure game for Alexa, a campaign to change farming laws and a device to help deaf people ‘see sound’
Ellie Johnson has edited music videos for some of this decade’s most popular musicians, and her ad work has earned her clients in KFC, Galaxy and Land Rover. We talk to her about what makes a good editor, overcoming biases and whether university is worth it
With its mix of music, art and activism, Shangri-La has gained a reputation as Glastonbury’s most subversive and experimental venue. We talk to Creative Director Kaye Dunnings about creating the festival space
D&AD’s New Blood Shift programme returns for its fourth year to promote diversity in the creative industries, with a free night school and travel bursary for young creatives who haven’t been to university
Penguin Random House has announced the winners of its annual Student Design Award, who dreamt up unique revamps of iconic books by Haruki Murakami, Owen Jones, and R.J. Palacio
Western brands eager to tap into the Japanese market in time for the Rugby World Cup and next year’s Olympics would be wise to learn the idiosyncrasies of the country’s advertising. Here, Natalie Meyer, founder and CEO of Tokyoesque, offers some insights
The latest winners include a cheeky spot of customer poaching from Burger King, an initiative which raises awareness about menstrual rights and a road safety campaign for Volvo
Artist-researcher Bill Posters talks to CR about creating viral celebrity deepfakes, as well as the role of art in making complex topics relatable and the motivations behind Spectre, his new award-winning installation with Daniel Howe
New book Wrappers Delight by Jonny Trunk is a graphics goldmine of packs, cans, coupons and more from the 1960s, 70s and 80s
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
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
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
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
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
Kelly Grovier’s new book charts the artist’s persistent dialogue with classic and contemporary art
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
The Pentagram partner has created the titles for the acclaimed new Netflix show, which reimagines the Greek myths in a contemporary setting
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
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
We explore how the 90s, an era the UK looks favourably upon for its thriving culture, are continually inspiring a stagnated creative industry
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