Pentagram revamps Warner Bros’ historic shield emblem
As part of an ongoing collaboration with Warner Bros and its other divisions, Emily Oberman has worked on a more modern visual identity and brand strategy for the entertainment giant
Westminster Tube roundel is reimagined in Pan African colours
British Ghanaian artist Larry Achiampong gives the classic roundel at Westminster Underground station a subtle makeover that nods to the African diaspora
Exposure: Chieska Fortune Smith
In her Exposure series for CR, Art Director Gem Fletcher introduces new and exciting photographers to watch. This is the work of Chieska Fortune Smith
John Lewis and Waitrose’s Christmas ad is a fairytale heartwarmer
The retailers’ first joint festive campaign since rebranding last year tells the tale of an excitable (and incredibly cute, obviously) dragon called Edgar
Michel Gondry directs HP’s Christmas ad
The brand’s festive spot offers a modern take on the 12 days of Christmas, and in classic Gondry style, features a host of playful in-camera effects
New book The Art of Protest explores the artwork of activism
A timely new publication explores the last century of activist imagery, exploring the role artists and designers have played in protest movements of all kinds
Heimat Berlin releases typeface inspired by graffiti from the Berlin Wall
In honour of the 30th anniversary of the Berlin Wall coming down, the typeface pays tribute to the artwork that was created during its existence
Brace yourself for TNGHT’s visual world
As TNGHT release their first EP in seven years on LuckyMe, label founder Dominic Flannigan talks us through the duo’s trippy, carefree visuals
Sainsbury’s marks its 150th birthday with distinctly Dickensian Christmas ad
Wieden + Kennedy’s festive spot for the supermarket gives Father Christmas his own superhero origin story – but with a Victorian era twist
In need of some life lessons? This book has 99 of them
Hundred – What You Learn in a Lifetime brings together life wisdom from people of all ages, accompanied with bright and charming illustrations by Valerio Vidali
Boots’ Christmas campaign curates gift lists for even the trickiest of customers
Themed ‘Bootiques’ will be popping up across the UK to help you make the right purchase for your loved one, whether it’s the moody tweenager or the person who loves working out almost as much as they love talking about working out
M&S puts a new spin on the Christmas jumper in its festive ad
Soundtracked by – you guessed it – House of Pain’s classic party starter Jump Around, the spot invites shoppers to ‘go jumpers’ for the festive season
Festive home shame? Ikea’s Christmas ad has got you covered
The retailer’s first ever Christmas campaign in the UK and Ireland urges the poor souls taking on hosting duties this year to ‘silence the critics’, which in this case take the form of a series of judgemental figurines
Jaedoo Lee’s digital creations are a refreshing take on the everyday
Adopting a graphic approach to animation and illustration, Jaedoo Lee’s take on editorial commissions are a breath of fresh air
Cephas Williams on 56 Black Men and racial stereotypes
Following the success of his poignant photo series 56 Black Men, the project’s founder Cephas Williams discusses why misconceptions are rife in media and the change we need to see
Fan theories inspire The End of the F***ing World’s new campaign
The cult TV show is back for a second series. To celebrate, Channel 4 has created a printed comic and a set of animations inspired by fan theories on what happened after the end of season one
Thierry Noir and STIK repaint the Berlin Wall 30 years after its fall
To mark the anniversary, the street artists have teamed up on a new installation comprising two original pieces of the wall, which is on display at London’s Imperial War Museum
Wall Street Journal wants you to come to your own conclusions
A new ad campaign by The&Partnership asks its audience to “read yourself better” in the age of fake news
Exposure: Lois Cohen
Art Director Gem Fletcher examines the work of Lois Cohen in her latest Exposure column for CR, which highlights exciting young photographers to watch
Facebook launches new company brand
The branding aims to differentiate Facebook the company from Facebook the app and bring greater transparency and cohesion
Barbour’s festive ad stars a wax jacket-wearing Father Christmas
The clothing brand has continued its tradition of paying homage to Raymond Briggs’ classic books and animations in its new spot, which is also helmed by his 1991 film’s original director Dave Unwin
Natalia Pawlak’s funky work draws inspiration from old cartoons and music
The Polish graphic designer combines her passion for illustration in projects that reflect her own style and fit her personality
The Conversation issue: October/November 2019
With two specially designed covers, our latest issue is all about seeing things in a new light. We’ve brought together artists, designers and even figures in politics for a range of conversations on the pressing issues of today
Crowds, kisses and kids: The London Underground in the 70s
A new Hoxton Mini Press book is looking back over Mike Goldwater’s black and white photographs taken around the vast Tube network throughout the 1970s