Terms and Conditions: The Graphic Novel
In one of the most unusual graphic novels of recent times, R. Sikoryak has taken the complete text of Apple’s iTunes Terms and Conditions and turned it into a comic book
The pros and cons of mixing advertising with politics
Once upon a time, most brands would have steered well clear of politics in their advertising. Not anymore.
Natasha Khan: Musician/Artist/Director
Like FKA twigs and Róisín Murphy before her, Natasha Khan, aka Bat For Lashes, is becoming a film director as well as a musician, and has recently signed to B-Reel Films for commercial work. We talk to her about her plans.
Wolfgang Tillmans, 2017: an exhibition for now
Wolfgang Tillmans’ new show at Tate Modern is a summation of the world today: cluttered, chaotic and ragged. But always beautiful.
Exposure: Polly Tootal
Art Director Gem Fletcher examines the work of Polly Tootal, in the latest instalment of a series looking into talent in photography, from recent graduates to photographers breaking the rules…
How The Jungle Book was made
MPC picked up the Best Special Visual Effects award at last night’s BAFTAs for its stunning work on The Jungle Book. We talk to Elliot Newman, CG Supervisor on the film, about how it was made.
World Press Photo of the Year 2017
The World Press Photo competition has again uncovered some of the best journalistic photography work of the year; images of hope, hopelessness and all that lies in between. Here, we present some of best images from the shortlisted work, along with the overall Press Photo of the Year
In partnership with ADAC
Call for Entries to A’ Design Award & Competition
A’ Design Award & Competition is the world’s leading international annual juried competition for design. Today we are pleased to spotlight a selection of A’ Design Award laureates as well as the latest call for entries which you will find at the bottom of the article.
Caged creativity
At the end of 2016, the brilliant and mercurial Alan Waldie passed away. How would he – and his ideas – survive in today’s advertising industry?
In partnership with ADAC
A’ Design Award The World’s Most Coveted Design Accolade is calling for your entries – Enter Your Greatest Designs Before the Deadline
A’ Design Competition is one of the World’s most diffused international annual juried competition for design. The A’ Design Awards are held in many creative fields to recognize the very best designers from all countries in all disciplines. Entries to the competition are blind peer reviewed by an expert jury panel of experienced academics, prominent press […]
The robots are coming!
With awareness of Artificial Intelligence crossing over into the mainstream, this month the Science Museum unveils its Robots exhibition, featuring over 100 examples of humanoid creations from all over the world
Two Trump covers – but only one offers hope for Liberty
With magazine covers appearing in the digital space before they hit the newsstands, there’s a temptation to resort to shock tactics to ensure they stand out. Yet simple, wordless images can offer plenty of pause for thought, as the current New Yorker shows
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