Graphic Design

Brian Eno looking serious next to a thought bubble containing the Adobe Photoshop icon

I'm obsessed with Brian Eno's Photoshop obsession

By Daniel John published

I bet he loves a bit of Ambient Occlusion.

Graphic Design Software
Lady Gaga Mayhem image plus images of Mayhem merchandise

Lady Gaga's new logo is causing legal Mayhem - she’s being sued for $100 million

By Joe Foley published

Mother Monster is being used by another brand, but neither is a match for the OG.

Logos & Icons
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Digital Art

Guild Wars 2 art interview; a ferocious, mythical creature, seemingly a lion-like beast, is depicted amidst a fiery, smoky atmosphere, showcasing intricate details and vibrant colours

"We focused on creating something timeless" – why Guild Wars 2 remains an artistically unique game

By Ian Dean published

How a love of traditional art techniques built a fantasy world.

Digital Art
Best animation software; logos for animation software on a pink background

The best animation software: reviewed and tested for 2D and 3D artists

By Ian Dean last updated

The best animation software for beginners, hobbyists and professionals.

2D Animation
Disney Lucarna; Inking a world; character cards showing two women and a chipmunk

Creating the whimsical digital art for hit trading card game Disney Lorcana

By James Clarke published

James Clarke speaks to a trio of artists about their work illustrating beautiful card art for hit TCG Disney Lorcana

Digital Art
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3D

xTool 3D printer

Wait! Is xTool making 3D printers now?

By Beth Nicholls published

Rumour has it that XTool and Snapmaker are in cahoots.

3D Printing
Gaëlle Seguillon shows you how to create an imaginary world like her Snow Peaks render

Follow these 11 steps to create a striking concept art for video games, mixing Photoshop and Blender

By Gaëlle Seguillon published

Gaëlle creates a breathtaking fantasy environment by using photogrammetry, kitbashing and more in her workflow

3D Art
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Branding & Advertising

Lady Gaga Mayhem image plus images of Mayhem merchandise

Lady Gaga's new logo is causing legal Mayhem - she’s being sued for $100 million

By Joe Foley published

Mother Monster is being used by another brand, but neither is a match for the OG.

Logos & Icons
Coca-Cola

Coca-Cola just resurrected its most iconic campaign ever

By Daniel John published

The 'debranding' trend just won't go away.

Branding
WWDC 2025 logo

The WWDC 2025 logo gives me hope for the future of Apple design

By Daniel John published

It's about time colour made a comeback.

Logos & Icons
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Film & VFX

Main interface of Adobe Premiere Pro with a simple project in progress

How to edit videos in Premiere Pro: a beginner's guide to the Adobe software

By Steve Paris published

So you’ve just launched Premiere Pro for the first time; welcome aboard! Now what do you do? This tutorial will guide you through the very basics.

Video Editing Software
Star Wars Skeleton Crew VFX; a scene of a blue screen studio swipes to reveal a vast golden mint rendered using CG software

Behind the scenes of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew – iconic Star Wars shots and epic world-building secrets!

By James Clarke published

Which shot is the real "classic Star Wars"?

VFX

We could have had a Marvel Gaming Universe, but at least we got Marvel Rivals

By Joe Foley published

It turns out Disney considered connecting all the Marvel games.

Video Editing Software
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Video Game Design & Gaming

Ronaldo in Fatal Fury is the weirdest fighting game crossover of all time

By Joe Foley published

SNK has just beaten Tekken for bizarre guest characters.

Gaming
Nintendo Virtual Cards; game cards inserting into a Nintendo Switch console

Why I think Nintendo's Virtual Cards could be Switch 2's secret to success

By Ian Dean published

You'll be able to share your digital games catalogue.

Gaming
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AI

AI-generated images of memes that copy the Studio Ghibli art style

Studio Ghibli memes show OpenAI's new image generator is out of control

By Joe Foley published

Poor Miyazaki.

AI Art

New AI tech can change your accent (but only to North American)

By Rosie Hilder published

Do we really want to all sound the same?

AI
Photo of Bill Gates

Bill Gates says only 3 jobs will be safe from AI (and it's bad news for creatives)

By Georgia Coggan published

But I think there's a glimmer of hope.

AI
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Technology

A Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 laptop on a green sofa

I've used the powerful new Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 gaming laptop for creative work this week, and now I wish I was rich

By Erlingur Einarsson published

The big and powerful Gigabyte Aorus Master 16 offers graphic oomph and lots of processing power for power-hungry creatives, but at a price...

Laptops
A side shot of the Verve chair against a book shelf.

The best Herman Miller alternatives: class office chairs at a fraction of the price

By Beren Neale last updated

These stylish chairs are the best alternatives to Herman Miller

Chairs & Desks
Lenovo Legion R27qe

Lenovo Legion R27qe review: a monitor with incredible colour space for its budget price

By Paul Hatton published

This attractive and affordable Lenovo gaming monitor works just fine for creatives too.

Monitors
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Professional Development

Corofloss branding by Anagrama

9 innovative ways to photograph your portfolio

By Nick Carson last updated

Great ways to show off your design work in style

Portfolios
Lenovo Legion Go

I talked to Lenovo's monitor boss about the future of screen tech, and it's big news for creatives

By Erlingur Einarsson published

New monitors, future tech and (of course) the spectre of AI.

Interviews
Joshua Blum and Han West

'Communication is paramount in any creative partnership’: a day in the life Joshua Blum and Han West

By Natalie Fear published

Washington Square Productions' founder and EVP of Production discuss the future of the industry.

Creative Careers
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Creative Inspiration

cricut mothers day deals

Don't miss out on these mega Cricut deals with up to 50% off

By Beth Nicholls published

Crafters, have you seen these impressive Cricut deals?

Digital Crafting
Image showing a star in space

NASA just casually dropped the coolest optical illusion we've seen in space

By Daniel John last updated

The stars aren't as aligned as they seem.

Optical Illusions

I can't believe I've only just discovered this artist's ingenious optical illusions

By Joe Foley published

Now I'm hooked on these surreal miniature scenes.

Optical Illusions
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More Creativity Unleashed

Ronaldo in Fatal Fury is the weirdest fighting game crossover of all time

By Joe Foley published

SNK has just beaten Tekken for bizarre guest characters.

Gaming
Nintendo Virtual Cards; game cards inserting into a Nintendo Switch console

Why I think Nintendo's Virtual Cards could be Switch 2's secret to success

By Ian Dean published

You'll be able to share your digital games catalogue.

Gaming

Assassin's Creed Shadows is finally getting PSSR support, but not all fans are happy

By Joe Foley published

To upscale or not upscale?

Gaming