Last week saw the death of Albert Uderzo, who, alongside René Goscinny, created the stories of Asterix the Gaul. Here, Mark Sinclair explores Uderzo and Goscinny’s remarkable creative collaboration and the influence it has had on generations of creatives
With fast food restaurants closed, Burger King France with agency Buzzman offers those in lockdown a chance to recreate the magic of the Whopper at home
Film shoots might have ground to a halt but that doesn’t mean that brands can’t still create content. We talk to production company Blink about getting creative with animation, embracing lo-fi video and why going back to basics could be a good thing for the ad world
One avid collector of the miniature vehicles opens up his archive in a charming new title featuring a foreword by the Micro Machines Man himself
Musicians Brian and Roger Eno have released their first album together; here CR talks to them about the project and what makes a good creative collaboration
Some of the year’s best book covers and illustrated journalism is celebrated in the V&A Illustration Awards, which also identifies the student illustrators we should all be watching out for
Copywriter Ellen Ling shares her thoughts on how to stay sane while WFH, and why the pandemic could prompt the creative industry to rethink the way it works
Director Ian Pons Jewell shares his thoughts on becoming adland’s go-to director for everything weird and wonderful, and why he writes back stories for every single character – yes, including Skittles’ yoghurt boy
The Covid-19 pandemic is throwing up an awful lot of questions for creatives. It may seem difficult to find the answers, but as Ben Kay points out in this column, maybe acknowledging all the questions is a good start in these difficult times
Ahead of the release of his forthcoming book of New Scientist cartoons, Tom Gauld talks to us about his creative process and why he gets a kick out of the science community
The UK government’s former design director has published a book outlining the fundamental principles of good service design. We talk to Downe about defining what makes a good service – and the reason why so many companies fail to deliver one that works
The past few years have seen brands such as the Guardian and the New York Times investing in high-profile ad campaigns focusing on truth and trust in journalism. We explore what’s behind this wave of purpose-driven advertising
The Uncensored Library is an enormous Minecraft build that’s allowing people from across the globe to safely access banned articles
In December, grime artist Stormzy caused a media frenzy by pointing out the UK’s racism. Here, Jude Yawson, co-author with Stormzy on his book Rise Up, calls out the hypocrisy that exists in UK media and explains why we urgently need wider representation in our culture
When it comes to work, it’s often a complicated relationship. CR investigates how you know when the spark of love for your job is gone, and what it takes to get the magic back
All creative pursuits benefit from guidelines for best practice, if only so they can be broken. Here our advertising correspondent Ben Kay turns to his LinkedIn companions to help construct some for marketing
Whether you’re tackling a difficult subject or keen to inject life into a brand, illustration is a powerful way to communicate. We delve into the dos and don’ts of incorporating it into branding
Artist Ai Weiwei brought his usual frank honesty plus insights on art, politics and life to a recent press conference to promote his collaboration with DIY brand Hornbach. CR editor Eliza Williams was there to bear witness
Photographer Neil Krug and Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker travelled to an abandoned mining town in the Namibian desert to shoot the cover art for The Slow Rush. We talk to Krug about the shoot, getting creative with leaf blowers and turning faded rooms into a dream world
The act of playing is one of the hallmarks of childhood, but could it also be the secret to success and happiness in our working lives? CR investigates
CR speaks to three creatives to find out how to create a supportive working environment for everyone, and the responsibility the creative industry has in telling stories that go beyond the binary
When it comes to sex, how do photographers and directors capture intimate moments without making porn? We explore the challenges creatives face when documenting explicit content
Visual design has dominated for decades, but, says Patrick Burgoyne, with increasing innovation in sound, new opportunities for designers are emerging
We talk to renowned graphic designer Milton Glaser about turning 90, what’s wrong with design today and why retirement is the furthest thing from his mind
Production designer and repeat Safdie Brothers collaborator Sam Lisenco talks to us about gaining trust in Manhattan’s insular Diamond District, reinforcing Adam Sandler’s character through design, and how the film became a love letter to a disappearing New York
The use of ASMR (sound effects that create a deeply immersive experience) by brands and marketers rocketed last year. But is it just a fad or can the trend develop into something more meaningful? Here, Anne-Laure Pingreoun of Alter-Projects argues it can
As a naturalised citizen, Niko J. Kallianiotis photographs his perception of what being American is, or isn’t, in his series America in a Trance
The free, ten-week creative advertising masterclass is hoping to attract ethnic minority, working class, neuro-diverse and female talent to its new online offering, which officially opens for business this summer
The coronavirus outbreak has dealt a huge blow to production companies specialising in film. We explore the impact of cancelled shoots and what it means for the industry
Polaroid Originals, the company that first revived the iconic instant camera brand in 2017, has marked the return to its original name with a new camera and a fresh look that celebrates the colour spectrum
The newly launched ‘festival’ from the BBC is reviving some of the many cancelled UK cultural events in digital form, alongside the announcement of a funding initiative in partnership with Arts Council England
From downloadable colouring books to virtual illustration lessons, here is CR’s go-to guide on artistic activities for children – and adults – to get stuck into during the ongoing lockdown
Richard Holman is running a series of online sessions for creatives wanting to polish up crucial skills, including pitching, delivering a compelling creative brief, and effective visual communication
For brands looking to limit their carbon footprint, illustration and animation can provide a more sustainable alternative to photoshoots and films. But how do you find the right images for your brand? And ensure that you’re still delivering the same impact?
Illustrator and animator Annie Wong combines her love of “lumpy things” with a 90s MTV aesthetic to create images and gifs crammed with wit and warmth
The visual artist is asking people to use the sheer boredom of self-isolation to their advantage in a series of weird and wonderful creative challenges
With lockdowns in place and photography projects grinding to a halt, we spoke to three photographers around the world about how they’re dealing with the pandemic and what it means for them moving forward
Founder of creative studio Hort, Eike König talks to CR about what happens when a country closes its borders and you don’t live there, and why reaching out to others is key during this time
The wildlife charity put a new spin on Black Friday sales promotions, with a series of Facebook ads urging consumers to adopt animals which are endangered or at risk
Our On Brief initiative pairs emerging talent with startups, charities and community groups to create scroll-stopping visuals for Facebook and Instagram. Here we take a look at Luis Mazon’s work for Help Refugees
The optician chain used AR to illustrate the effects of common eye conditions in a campaign to promote free eye tests
Our New Talent series highlights visual creatives who are sharing great work on Facebook and Instagram. Here we talk to photographer Charlotte May about her colourful images
Our On Brief initiative pairs emerging talent with startups, charities and community groups to create scroll-stopping visuals for Facebook and Instagram. Here we take a look at Charlotte May’s work for Freddie’s Flowers
Our New Talent series highlights visual creatives who are sharing great work on Facebook and Instagram. Here we talk to Cheltenham-based animator and former designer Oliver Sin about his work
Made for Instagram Stories, the video for Mark Ronson’s track Pieces of Us combines vertical creative with playful stickers and AR effects
Our On Brief project pairs emerging creative talent with startups, non-profits and community groups to produce scroll-stopping visuals for Facebook and Instagram. Here we take a look at Oliver Sin’s animations for Yes Tribe
