Sony Design Cases
Designers behind the work
Designers and creative leads credited on Sony projects in press coverage.
Designers and creative leads credited on Sony projects in press coverage.
The article covers illustrator and painter Charlotte Mei’s talk at December’s Nicer Tuesdays in London, where she reflected on her creative journey from making Lord of the Rings fanzines to working with major brands like Sony Music, Hermès, and Nike. She discussed her artistic themes of myths and memories and spoke candidly about navigating the creative industry as a working-class artist.
The article profiles illustrator Gabriel Amzallag, also known as MC Blue Matter, whose work merges hip-hop culture, satire, and pop references. It explores his inspirations from comic books, Basquiat, and global visual cultures, and how his art celebrates underdogs and humor within the hip-hop ethos.
It’s Nice That’s annual ‘Review of the Year 2025: Top 25 Photography’ highlights the most-read photography stories of the year, spanning music history, subcultures, and intimate personal projects. The feature celebrates photographers exploring nostalgia, community, and everyday life through documentary and portrait work.
Photographer Benedict Redgrove collaborates with Sony and Read Only Memory on 'PlayStation: The First 30 Years', a large-format photobook published by Thames & Hudson. The project documents three decades of PlayStation design evolution through detailed photography of prototypes, consoles, and controllers, celebrating the console’s cultural and technological legacy. The article highlights Redgrove’s fascination with design processes and the emotional connection people have with PlayStation.
It’s Nice That announces the November 2025 edition of its Nicer Tuesdays event in London, featuring talks from Porto Rocha, Jennie Baptiste, Boomranng Studio, and Alice Isaac. The lineup spans design, photography, and collage, with discussions on identity, culture, and creative process. The event will be held at EartH Hackney with music by Epidemic Sound and sponsorship from El Rayo and Lovecorn.
Creative Boom’s 2025 roundup highlights 20 illustrators from around the world who are shaping the industry through distinctive styles and cultural storytelling. The article, written by Tom May, celebrates artists like Jean Jullien, Christoph Niemann, and Lauren Hom for their innovation and resilience amid challenges such as AI disruption. It showcases a global mix of talent using illustration to address social issues and celebrate diversity.
The Brand Identity interviews Manuel Steiner, founder of Berlin-based creative office 27BUCKS, as the studio marks its tenth anniversary. Steiner discusses the importance of cultural literacy in design, the evolution of his team, and the launch of their new insight platform 'For Future Reference.' The conversation explores how 27BUCKS balances strategy and creativity to build enduring brand architectures for clients like Apple, COLORS, and Mercedes-Benz.
Creative Boom profiles illustrator Sam Gilbey, tracing his two-decade career from fine art beginnings to a successful freelance practice creating painterly pop culture portraits. The article explores his influences, tools, and major collaborations with brands like Marvel, Sony, and the BBC, as well as his approach to freelancing and creative process. It highlights his evolution from magazine tutorials to high-profile campaigns and film artwork.
