Sawako Kabuki on why finishing matters more than perfection
The animator and illustrator discusses balancing commercial work with her creative instincts and the joy in making work that makes people feel uneasy
An oral history of… Biff, Chip and Kipper
Illustrator Alex Brychta tells the story of how a lifelong love of drawing led to him co-create the long-running educational children’s book series
Thames & Hudson at 75: The making of a publishing icon
Creative director Tristan de Lancey reflects on three-quarters of a century of illustrated bookmaking, showcased in a new monograph exploring the publisher’s rich visual legacy
The house that streaming built: Inside Netflix House Dallas
From retro arcades to Squid Game-style trials, Netflix House Dallas turns hit IP into repeatable, real-world experiences. Here, sister agencies Salt and Pinch reveal how they helped bring the space to life
Exposure: Morgan Levy
Gem Fletcher talks to the photographer about her series which documents female and non-binary construction workers and the mix of politics and humour that lies within
KFC launches nationwide search for the ultimate believer
We speak to the creatives behind the typically strange third instalment of the long-running KFC Believe brand platform, which this time is an oblique invitation for audiences to get involved
A peek inside the new Quentin Blake Centre for illustration
Opening in May in London with a major exhibition by artist Murugiah, the space aims to solidify the power of illustration as an art form
Designer Tomato Košir on the art of visual commentary
The Slovenian designer explains how he distils complex global events into bold editorial covers – and why designers shouldn’t stay silent
Behind the scenes on Gorillaz’s new album, The Mountain
Jamie Hewlett and Damon Albarn’s ninth Gorillaz album focuses on the journey of life and death. Here, Hewlett shares how he created its India-inspired artwork
Exposure: Dean Majd
Gem Fletcher speaks to the New York-based photographer about his project Hard Feelings, where he explores youth, friendship and grief, as well as the role of masculinity in the US today
Photographer Josh Greet on his creative reset
Greet explains how his ongoing personal project Phenomena sparked a new way of thinking about his work and his approach to outdoor photography
Dagou on how his analogue approach creates richer work
The illustrator talks to CR about why he likes to use coloured pencils for his editorial work and the way they allow him to convey complex emotions
Julio Himede on reimagining the Super Bowl halftime show
We talk to the production designer behind Bad Bunny’s epic performance last Sunday, and discover why authenticity and collaboration lie at the heart of its success
How Lisa Sheehan took the magazine world by storm
Ahead of an exhibition showcasing her late-career output, the prolific cover designer reflects on working for some of the world’s biggest newsstand titles and the long journey that led her to discover her true calling
Exposure: Genesis Baez
Gem Fletcher examines the work of Genesis Baez, who creates photographs with her family and friends which explore themes of memory, imagination and migration
An oral history of Arctic Monkeys’ first album cover
The lead creatives behind the iconic artwork reflect on a cigarette- and alcohol-fuelled photoshoot that would define a generation
Exposure: Lucy Sparks
Sparks’ photography shines a light on our relationship with consumerism and capitalism, and draws attention to the details of our day-to-day lives
Ivy/Aidan explain their hands-on approach
Having graduated just last year, studio Ivy/Aidan is already working for clients including Ffern and enjoying experimenting with analogue techniques
Tomora’s world: inside Tom Rowlands and Aurora’s new project
The Chemical Brothers’ Tom Rowlands, ethereal electronic pop and folk singer Aurora, and director Adam Smith talk exclusively to Creative Review about their new collaboration
Inside Daniel Jurman’s colourful world of digital clay
Inspired by his love of The Simpsons, SNL and MTV’s anarchic idents, the New York illustrator’s characterful 3D-rendered animations reshape pop culture nostalgia for the present
Bringing legacy musicians into the modern age
Creative director Scott Jones reflects on refreshing the Janis Joplin brand for a modern audience and what designers working with legacy artists can learn from their subjects
Exposure: Bettina Pittaluga
Talking to Gem Fletcher, Pittaluga reveals her photographs are informed by her background in sociology and a desire to explore the power dynamics that exist in the world
Shaping Prince’s visual world
Notoriously protective of his image, Prince chose his collaborators carefully. As Around the World in a Day celebrates its 40th anniversary, creative director Laura LiPuma and artist Doug Henders reflect on working with a cultural icon
An oral history of the John West bear fight ad
Director Daniel Kleinman and several key members of the production team reflect on the making of one of the best-loved skits in advertising history