John Ball
Creative Director · Illustrator
Articles & interviews
- Is it ethical to present concept work as if it's real?
The article by Tom May explores the ethical implications of designers presenting speculative or concept work as if it were real client projects. Through insights from various industry professionals, it concludes that while concept work is valuable for learning and showcasing creativity, it must be transparently labeled to avoid misleading clients or employers. The piece emphasizes honesty and context as key to maintaining professional integrity.
- Is it ethical to present concept work as if it's real?
The article by Tom May explores the ethics of presenting concept or speculative design work as if it were real client work. Through perspectives from various designers and creative directors, it concludes that concept work has value for learning and showcasing skills, but must always be clearly labelled to avoid misleading clients or employers.
- "New Book Celebrates Over Two Decades of Rocket Recordings' Artwork"
The article covers 'Out of the Void', a limited edition book celebrating over 25 years of Rocket Recordings’ album artwork. Designed and curated by label co-founder Chris Reeder, the publication compiles the label’s visual history from 1998 to 2024, featuring contributions from various artists and a foreword by Stewart Lee. The project reflects on the evolution of the label’s design identity and its role in independent music culture.