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- Booms & Shakes: April's biggest moves and boldest launches
Creative Boom · Apr 22, 2026
Creative Boom’s April 2026 edition of 'Booms & Shakes' highlights major leadership changes, new hires, and agency expansions across the global creative industry. The roundup covers transitions at Verve, Residence, DEPT, and GUT Europe, alongside new appointments at Aer Studios, Born Social, and Gung Ho. It also introduces D&AD’s new global Ambassador Programme connecting creative leaders worldwide.
- Booms & Shakes: March's fresh moves, new launches and a 26-year goodbye
Creative Boom · Mar 26, 2026
Creative Boom's March 'Booms & Shakes' roundup by Tom May highlights major movements across the design and advertising industry, including Ian Millner stepping down from Iris after 26 years, new creative leadership appointments at Bray Leino, Particle6, and BBC Creative, and the launch of Capel Group and Allwyn’s Studio 59. The article captures a month of expansion, new ventures, and evolving creative priorities across global studios.
Iris WorldwideBray LeinoParticle6AllwynBBCbranding - Annie Atkins on how designing film props is like specialising in forgery
It's Nice That · Mar 20, 2026
The article covers a Nicer Tuesdays talk in London where designer and author Annie Atkins discussed her career in film prop design. She shared stories from working on productions like BBC’s The Tudors and with director Wes Anderson, and spoke about her book 'Fake Love Letters', which explores the art of creating believable graphic props for film. Atkins described the craft as a form of creative forgery, blending design precision with storytelling.
BBCeditorial - Murugiah, Amber Weaver, Delali Ayivi, Will Anderson & Ainslie Henderson: Tickets now available for May’s Nicer Tuesdays!
It's Nice That · Mar 17, 2026
It’s Nice That announces the lineup for May 2026’s Nicer Tuesdays event in London, featuring artist Murugiah, type designer Amber Weaver, photographer Delali Ayivi, and animators Will Anderson and Ainslie Henderson. The event will explore topics from surreal illustration and type publishing to Togolese identity and stop-motion animation for the BBC show Small Prophets.
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It's Nice That · Mar 16, 2026
The article explores the making of Mackenzie Crook’s TV series Small Prophets, focusing on the intricate stop-motion and CGI hybrid animation created by Will Anderson and Ainslie Henderson. Collaborating with Mackinnon & Saunders, the team brought Crook’s eerie homunculi to life using handcrafted puppets, 3D sculpting, and compositing techniques. The feature delves into the creative process, inspirations, and technical challenges behind the show’s distinctive aesthetic.
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Creative Boom · Dec 15, 2025 · Interview
Creative Boom’s podcast episode features Matt Baxter, co-founder of Baxter & Bailey, discussing his career, creative philosophy, and side project The Design Laundry. The conversation explores imperfection, community, and maintaining humanity in design practice. It also touches on Brighton’s creative scene and the importance of reflection in a fast-paced industry.
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Creative Boom · Sep 17, 2025
Creative Boom reports on the winners of the World Illustration Awards 2025, organised by the Association of Illustrators and the Directory of Illustration. The awards celebrate global talent across categories from animation to packaging, highlighting themes of identity, culture, and innovation. Overall winners include Chu-Chieh Lee for her film 'Minus Plus Multiply' and Léane Ruggli for her 'Ready to Drink Cocktail Cans' project.
Guess Who StudioBüro Wünsch & StömerPalestine HouseValioillustration - Molly McDonald Discusses Impact of YouTube's New AI Rules on Creatives
Creative Boom · Aug 18, 2025 · Interview
Creative Boom’s Tom May interviews Molly McDonald, founder of Blue Door Productions, about YouTube’s new AI content rules and their implications for creatives. McDonald argues that the guidelines protect authentic creators by requiring human input and discouraging low-quality AI-generated content. She advocates for using AI as a supportive tool rather than a replacement, emphasizing the irreplaceable value of human creativity and authenticity.
Blue Door ProductionsKSIRed Bulldigital - Steffan Cummins Regains Spark After Leaving Dream Job
Creative Boom · Aug 11, 2025
Creative Boom profiles designer Steffan Cummins, who left his dream job as Creative Director at Wolff Olins to start his own studio, Lost Property. The article explores his journey from early ambitions and career success to burnout, rediscovery, and renewed creative energy. It reflects on redefining success and finding fulfillment through independent creative work.
- "Broaden Transforms Container Into DIY Studio in Manchester"
Creative Boom · Jul 23, 2025
Creative Boom profiles Broaden, a purpose-led filmmaking studio founded by Bryony Simcox and George Webster, which built its own studio from a 40ft shipping container in Greater Manchester. The DIY project embodies sustainability, adaptability, and community spirit, using reclaimed materials and family help. The new space supports Broaden’s mission to create socially conscious films and foster collaboration within the creative community.
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