How can we do creative education differently?
For our last episode in the current series of CR’s podcast Creativity Sucks! we’re discussing the state of creative education, and specifically how it can be changed for the better
The creatives who collect things
CR speaks to illustrator Rob Flowers and designer Đức Lương about the collections they’ve built, to understand the joy they get from them and how they’ve informed their work
Illustrator Maria Chimishkyan on having a fluid practice
Chimishkyan talks to CR about how the industry is becoming “genre-less”, and how her overlapping interests in illustration, design and animation make her a stronger creative
Reddit’s mascot gets a 3D glow up in identity refresh
Developed by Pentagram, the forum website’s bubbly new visual identity kickstarts its new positioning as “the heart of the internet”
Arsenal and adidas bring Ian Wright’s club memories to life in clothing
The former Arsenal forward has inspired an illustrated three-piece collection designed around his club days, as well as a characterful animated film sharing some pearls of wisdom
Mary Musasa on how a paid internship changed her life
Internships offer a chance for talent from different backgrounds to enter the advertising and production industry, but only if they are paid
The design story of the Gaza ceasefire marches
Marches have been taking place across the world, calling for a ceasefire in Gaza. Here designer Sana Iqbal highlights some of the protest posters that have been used to call for peace, and explains the symbolism behind them
Good Reads: Roam is a visual celebration of the modern folk movement
Brought to life by an archaeologist and an illustrator, the new magazine explores what the folk renaissance looks like in a modern, capitalist, multicultural, gender non-conforming society
A new exhibition captures a century of Irish stamp design
Launched to coincide with Irish Design Week, the show reveals the immense skill and craft involved in creating masterpieces on a tiny scale
Irene Suosalo on the joys of the creative journey
The video artist and illustrator is driven by her creative process, which combines new and old techniques. Here, she talks about the importance of working with other creatives
Creativity Sucks! podcast looks at how to be a great creative leader
The latest episode of Creative Review’s podcast looks at how to nurture creative teams, with advice from Richard Holman, Rani Patel, and Sarah Watson
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
