Stephan Dybus on not being locked into one discipline
The artist and illustrator has worked across different industries and fields in both his personal and commercial practice. Here he tells CR the advantages of doing so
The rise of puppets in advertising
We look into the use of live-action puppets in ad campaigns and the value brands are seeing in these characters, plus how their limitations can sometimes be their strength
J Hus releases split music video set in parallel worlds
Created by multidisciplinary studio Picnic, the 2D animation follows two characters communicating through the ether, which is neatly presented in an interactive experience that shows both perspectives
Our guide to the 2024 UK degree shows
Find out details for the UK undergraduate art and design showcases taking place this summer
Talking career evolution with David Wilson
Stunning cabaret performances at the Playgrounds and Offf festivals are taking director David Wilson’s work in a new direction. He explains how everything he does is interconnected and why not every director’s ambition is to make movies
Illustrator Black Childish on embracing imperfections
Since making the decision to go freelance last year, Black Childish’s distinctive aesthetic has caught the attention of everyone from WeTransfer to Channel 4
Telstra: Better on a Better Mobile Network campaign
Telstra’s campaign celebrates the length and breadth of Australia via a set of charming stop-motion characters
Annual Awards 2025: Trends & Observations
We dive into what is revealed by this year’s Annual Awards winners, which prove that while the creative industries continue to be buffered by the winds of change, they are still producing thought-provoking, funny and occasionally downright ludicrous projects for brands
Annual Awards 2025 Craft Shortlist
For the first time this year, we are releasing shortlists for our Annual Awards, which demonstrate the exciting breadth of creativity and design today. Here you can see all the work that featured in the final jury discussion for the Craft section
All Deya: meet the artist behind the best beer brand going
As craft beer brand Deya turns ten, we talk to Thom Hobson, the artist behind the distinctive look of the young brewery that does things differently
Less jargon, more joy: The new rules of B2B voice
In business, the bottom line is everything. But behind every business is a human – and you need to know how to talk to them, says Reed Words’ Orlaith Wood
CR’s guide to the 2025 UK degree shows
Find out details for the undergraduate art and design showcases taking place this summer around the UK
Is women’s sport at a creative tipping point?
As the cultural momentum around women’s sport reaches fever pitch, we explore how brands are embracing diverse new audiences and challenging the conventions of sports marketing