James Junk on the benefits of collaboration
Andrei Dominiq, aka James Junk, talks to CR about the community he’s built on Instagram and why he feels it’s his responsibility as a designer to use his skills to inspire change and make a difference
Map and Modem’s new project aims to democratise personal healthcare
Smart Aid Kit combines functional product design with AI-powered tech to show how we could take more ownership over our health in the future
A new campaign visualises EDS symptoms
Super Flexible Not Superhuman raises awareness of Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes, a group of conditions affecting tissue connectivity
Building new connections in a disconnected world
Forming authentic relationships and understanding in the world has never been more vital. Here, Natalia Christina of agency All Corners discusses how creatives and brands can help
In-House Agency Leaders Club
What’s in a name? The importance of branding for in-house agencies
The Agency at Specsavers has renamed itself Specsavers Creative: we look at why, for in-house agencies, such distinctions can really matter
A new platform delves into Frank Gehry’s architecture
Getty’s digital experience about the Walt Disney Concert Hall boasts the kind of bold, spirited approach befitting of the legendary music venue
The search for new talent
CR talks to a handful of ad agencies and design studios to get a sense of what they’re looking for when it comes to new talent, how they find it, and what they’re able to offer in return
Boomranng Studio on the art of storytelling
Having already caught the attention of the brand world, illustration duo Boomranng are on a mission to create their own storytelling universe inspired by their Southeast Asian roots
A new campaign elevates the JD Sports bag to cultural staple
The sportswear retailer is launching its Forever Forward brand world with a stirring ad that celebrates youth culture, with the help of Kano (and his actual family)
Nike playfully puts winter jackets to the test
Nike China’s new campaign film, directed by Henry Scholfield, shows just how cosy its jackets are via some obscure methods
Artist Beth Frey’s love/hate relationship with AI
The artist discusses how AI has broadened her practice, but also acknowledges the issues and challenges that can arise from using the tech
McDonald’s offers “moments of release” in Christmas ad
The food giant’s festive spot by Leo Burnett shows people being tempted away from boring Christmas rituals towards the golden arches
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 Leaders Issue is out now!
The Autumn 2024 issue of Creative Review looks at the brands and individuals who are pushing creativity forward on their way to the top
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
Jessica Walsh ventures into the world of type
As the &Walsh founder launches her agency’s new offshoot Type of Feeling, she discusses why typography’s ability to evoke emotions makes it one of the most powerful tools at a brand’s disposal
Can neuroscience make you a better creative?
Kinda Studios is tapping into the emerging field of neuroaesthetics to help creatives and brands make more impactful work that benefits people’s wellbeing