Christmas is literally transformative in Tesco’s ad
The supermarket’s message to the nation this Christmas is if you can’t beat them, join them
Salomé Gomis-Trezise on finding freedom through AI
With the help of AI tech, Salomé Gomis-Trezise creates images to reflect her experience of the world, her journey, and the obstacles she overcomes
Do dating apps need a rebrand?
As sex positive dating app Feeld unveils a new visual identity, we look at how it’s challenging the more problematic elements of ‘swipe culture’
Creative leaders call on government to invest in arts education
A letter urging the government to boost funding for art and design subjects in state schools – or risk deepening class divides and talent shortages – has been co-signed by “concerned leaders” from Pentagram, JKR, Saatchi & Saatchi, Rockstar Games, and more
Port’s new issue bucks the conventions of magazine design
The new issue design, led by Matt Curtis at Uncommon Creative Studio, inadvertently asks whether an instantly recognisable nameplate is an essential part of a magazine cover
Reiki Zhang on dreaming in pixels
Reiki Zhang reflects on our physical and virtual reality through the lens of digital fashion and 3D art. She speaks to us about how she uses emerging technologies to consider the human condition
Scottish watchmaker Paulin receives playful rebrand
Moving away from its minimalist past, Paulin begins a new chapter with a fresh look that is both youthful and retro
An odyssey into the world of Ardneks
Indonesian illustrator Ardneks is releasing his debut monograph, which brings together over a decade’s worth of his vibrant images inspired by everything from comics to cosmology
Aidan Zamiri on cutting through to culture
Guided by a ‘Tumblr mindset’, the Glaswegian photographer and director has taken the tangle of modern life and channelled it into his work
Claymation artist Will Child animates three of Tim Key’s poems
As part of the promotion for Key’s new anthology Chapters, the Bristol-based animator brings three of the poet’s works to life in his charming, distinctive style
Francesco Merlini explores the space between wakefulness and sleep
Familiar yet strange, Merlini’s photographs speak to the experience of dreaming, and the imagery we are presented with in this state
Trinity Ellis on treading his own path
Despite catching the attention of much of the fashion world over the last few years, the self-taught photographer remains focused on developing his practice at his own pace
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