Nike Design Cases
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News & interviews
- Ben Rayner’s Mud, Sweat & Tears is a photographic tribute to long distance running
It's Nice That · Apr 22, 2026
The article profiles photographer Ben Rayner’s zine 'Mud, Sweat & Tears', a 58-page publication capturing the 2025 Nike Cross Nationals. Published with Good Sport, the project blends film photography, writing, and colour-blocked design to celebrate the grit and camaraderie of teenage runners. It evokes the warmth and nostalgia of 1970s running magazines while showcasing Rayner’s signature documentary style.
- The top 15 illustrators of 2026, as chosen by the community
Creative Boom · Apr 16, 2026
Creative Boom’s 2026 community poll highlights 15 illustrators shaping the global illustration scene, emphasizing originality and human touch in an AI-saturated era. The list spans established names like Noma Bar and Malika Favre to emerging talents such as Anna Micheloni and Genie Espinosa. The article celebrates craftsmanship, individuality, and the enduring commercial relevance of distinctive illustration.
The New YorkerThe Guardianillustration - 15 typefaces designers love to use in 2026
Creative Boom · Apr 15, 2026
Creative Boom’s 2026 roundup by Tom May highlights 15 typefaces that designers continue to use and admire, from timeless classics like Helvetica and Futura to newer, accessibility-driven fonts like Inclusive Sans. The article reflects ongoing trends toward functional, inclusive, and personality-rich type design, showing how both heritage and innovation coexist in contemporary typography.
ExpediaAmsterdamtypography - Derek Abella got laid off on Valentine's Day
Creative Boom · Apr 14, 2026
The article profiles Miami-born, New York-based illustrator Derek Abella, whose career took off after being laid off on Valentine's Day 2020. It explores how his Art Deco-inspired, emotionally resonant illustrations gained traction during the pandemic, leading to collaborations with major media outlets and brands. Abella reflects on resilience, creative growth, and his evolving artistic direction as he approaches a new decade in his career.
The New York TimesThe New Yorkerillustration - Inside FIELD.IO, the studio that thinks and builds at the same time
The Brand Identity · Apr 1, 2026 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews Marcus Wendt, founder of FIELD.IO, about the studio’s hybrid approach that merges design, technology, and AI into adaptive brand systems. Wendt discusses FIELD.IO’s evolution since 2009, its work for global clients like Nike and IBM, and its philosophy of learning through prototyping and iteration. The conversation explores how creative intelligence and responsive environments are reshaping brand communication.
- 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.
- Afters
Creative Boom · Mar 30, 2026
Creative Boom profiles Greek illustrator Alexis Marcou and his personal project 'Afters', a series of digitally rendered drawings that merge dessert imagery with scenes of human conflict. The work reinterprets Delft ceramic patterns to explore themes of indulgence, destruction, and the human psyche. The article also details Marcou’s process, tools, and reflections on moving from commercial sports illustration to more conceptual personal work.
- 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 - Wedge Studio, Mindy Seu, Da’Shaunae Marisa and Ben Sanders: Get tickets for April’s Nicer Tuesdays in LA!
It's Nice That · Mar 23, 2026
It’s Nice That announces the April 2026 edition of Nicer Tuesdays in Los Angeles, featuring talks by Wedge Studio, Mindy Seu, Da’Shaunae Marisa, and Ben Sanders. The event will explore topics across branding, design, publishing, photography, and painting, offering insights into each creative’s process and recent projects. The evening will take place at The Vermont Hollywood on 14 April 2026.
- Marina Willer, Lizzy Stewart, intranetgirl, Ollie Babajide Tikare: Tickets now available for April’s Nicer Tuesdays!
It's Nice That · Mar 17, 2026
It’s Nice That announces the April 2026 edition of Nicer Tuesdays, taking place at EartH Hackney in London. The event will feature talks by Marina Willer, Lizzy Stewart, Intra, and Ollie Babajide Tikare, covering topics from human insight in design and illustrated novels to digital art and photographic storytelling. The evening celebrates experimentation, creativity, and cross-disciplinary practice in contemporary design and art.