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- London’s Ours! Celebrating the posters, billboards and publicity stunts that put two fingers up to Thatcherism
It's Nice That · Apr 29, 2026
The article spotlights the new Four Corners publication 'London’s Ours!', which revisits the radical visual culture of the Greater London Council during the early 1980s. Designed by Claire Mason and written by Hazel Atashroo, the book explores how the GLC used posters, billboards, and community art to challenge Thatcher-era politics and promote progressive causes. The feature delves into the design choices, historical context, and enduring influence of this politically charged visual legacy.
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It's Nice That · Apr 2, 2026
The article profiles Brussels-based design duo Bravas Graphix, composed of Paul Peyrolle and Jules Rousselet, known for their punk-inspired, collage-heavy posters and zines. Their work merges academic composition with spontaneous, bootleg aesthetics, using analogue techniques like cutting, scanning, and acetone transfers to resist digital uniformity. The duo’s vibrant, rebellious style celebrates remix culture and anti-corporate visual expression.
Bravas GraphixBig ApplePromessesgraphic_design - 15 fresh mural illustrators to inspire you in 2026
Creative Boom · Apr 1, 2026
Creative Boom’s 2026 roundup highlights 15 mural illustrators from around the world who are redefining public art through colour, scale, and community engagement. The feature showcases artists such as Judith Mayer, Freddie Denton, and Elin Matilda Andersson, exploring how murals can transform spaces and connect people. The article celebrates creativity, activism, and the growing opportunities for illustrators to work at large scale.
- 3D artist Eva Cremers on why not knowing the rules actually helped her career
Creative Boom · Apr 1, 2026 · Interview
Creative Boom’s interview with Dutch 3D artist and animation director Eva Cremers explores how her unconventional path and self-taught approach shaped her distinctive, playful CGI style. She discusses her early break with Man vs Machine, major brand collaborations including YouTube’s Recap campaign, and her evolving relationship with the perception of her work. The piece highlights her use of AI, collaboration with animator Sam Burton, and her philosophy of embracing imperfection and creative freedom.
- How the best whisky label of the year was designed on foot
Creative Boom · Mar 23, 2026
Creative Boom’s article by Tom May explores how Thirst designed the award-winning East London Whisky label for East London Liquor Company by walking the streets of East London instead of relying on digital moodboards. The project emphasizes authenticity, tactile craft, and a sense of place, using layered print techniques and a bold palette to redefine what 'premium' means in whisky packaging. The piece highlights the value of analogue research and observation in an increasingly AI-driven design landscape.
ThirstEast London Liquor Companypackaging - Art history has always been obsessed with cats – now there's a book to prove it
Creative Boom · Mar 5, 2026
Creative Boom reports on Phaidon's new book 'Cat', edited by Olivia Clark, which compiles over 200 artworks exploring the cultural and artistic fascination with cats throughout history. The book features contributions from curators, artists, and writers, and a cover designed by Phaidon's creative director Julie Hasting. It celebrates the feline’s enduring presence in art and pop culture through diverse mediums and visual pairings.
- How Lily Kong’s series Sweet Escape reignited her intuitive approach to illustration
It's Nice That · Mar 5, 2026
The article profiles illustrator Lily Kong and her self-initiated series 'Sweet Escape', a collection of colour-rich landscapes exploring the balance between flatness and texture. Created through analogue techniques like block printing and watercolour, the project culminated in an artist book produced during her residency at the London Centre for Book Arts. The work marks a return to intuitive, process-driven illustration for Kong, reconnecting her with nature and personal expression.
DroolLondon Centre for Book Artseditorial|illustration - Are brand collaborations reaching a saturation point? What 'Wuthering Heights' reveals
Creative Boom · Feb 25, 2026
Matt Herbert of Tracksuit explores whether brand collaborations have reached a saturation point, using examples from Barbie and Wuthering Heights to illustrate how partnerships can either build long-term brand equity or simply generate short-term buzz. The article argues that effective collaborations should focus on resonance, clarity, and strategic alignment rather than opportunistic hype.
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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.
Baxter & BaileyTrickett & Webb300millionOxford University PressThe Body Shopeditorial - In Brodie Kaman’s work for the music industry creation and destruction exist side by side
It's Nice That · Nov 19, 2025
The article profiles Paris-based designer and art director Brodie Kaman, known for his gritty, deconstructed visual style in the music industry. It highlights his recent collaborations with Lady Gaga, Don Toliver, and Nine Inch Nails, emphasizing his tactile approach and focus on collaboration. The piece explores how Kaman’s work merges creation and destruction through layered textures and expressive typography.
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