Used by Pentagram
Set for Lionsgate
Cases set in Cooper Black, as credited by the studios in their own writeups.
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.
It's Nice That · May 13, 2025
The article profiles Takashi Mifune, the anonymous illustrator behind Irasutoya, Japan’s ubiquitous free clip art library. It explores how his accessible, culturally specific illustrations have shaped Japan’s visual language and become a national design default. The piece also compares Irasutoya’s influence to global examples of default aesthetics, such as Microsoft’s clip art and Vietnam’s use of Cooper Black.
BP&O · Feb 4, 2025
BP&O features NOT Wieden+Kennedy’s rebrand for Dark Arts Coffee, a London-based roastery known for its irreverent, occult-inspired aesthetic. The refreshed identity, led by creative director Justin Hallström, introduces a concept called 'Joyful Nihilism' and a new packaging system of black boxes with collectible illustrated cards. The update refines the brand’s personality while maintaining its humor and cult appeal.
The Brand Identity · Jan 10, 2025
NOT Wieden+Kennedy has rebranded East London’s Dark Arts Coffee to mark its 10-year anniversary, introducing a flexible packaging system and a refined identity built around the concept of 'Joyful Nihilism.' The new design replaces the brand’s occult-inspired visuals with a bold typographic approach using Cooper Black and interchangeable artwork cards. The project balances consistency with creative freedom, enabling the brand to showcase its humour and personality across over 100 coffee varieties annually.