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- 15 studios creatives are excited about right now (beyond the obvious)
Creative Boom · May 5, 2026
Creative Boom’s 2026 roundup highlights 15 design studios that the creative community most admires, based on its annual State of Creativity survey. The article features a mix of established and emerging studios such as OK-RM, Zak Group, Porto Rocha, Hey Studio, and Accept & Proceed, showcasing their distinctive approaches and recent projects across branding, culture, and design innovation.
- James Junk Brings Voice Design to Life
· Apr 6, 2026 · Interview
PRINT Magazine interviews Los Angeles-based designer and cultural critic Andrei James Dominiq, known online as James Junk. The piece explores how his design practice emerged during the COVID lockdown, blending writing, social commentary, and bold visual design. Dominiq discusses his purpose-driven approach, emphasizing social impact, authenticity, and cultural participation through design.
James JunkImpactFotofotobranding - Murugiah, Amber Weaver, Delali Ayivi, Will Anderson & Ainslie Henderson: Tickets now available for May’s Nicer Tuesdays!
It's Nice That · Mar 17, 2026
It’s Nice That announces the lineup for May 2026’s Nicer Tuesdays event in London, featuring artist Murugiah, type designer Amber Weaver, photographer Delali Ayivi, and animators Will Anderson and Ainslie Henderson. The event will explore topics from surreal illustration and type publishing to Togolese identity and stop-motion animation for the BBC show Small Prophets.
It's Nice ThatType01Type DepartmentBBCBritish Vogueevent - Sara Hagale on the nuanced art of capturing facial expression
It's Nice That · Feb 9, 2026
The article profiles illustrator Sara Hagale, exploring her evolving focus on capturing nuanced facial expressions through her recurring character—a tiny, wide-eyed girl that represents a distilled version of herself. It discusses her process, emotional storytelling, and upcoming solo exhibition 'Maybe You Know the Place' at Hashimoto Contemporary in New York City.
Hashimoto Contemporaryillustration - Type designer Arthur Calame treats letters like “soft material to be sculpted”
It's Nice That · Jan 28, 2026
The article profiles Paris-based type designer Arthur Calame and his studio Calame.Bureau, exploring his tactile, craft-driven approach to typography. Drawing inspiration from everyday life and personal hobbies, Calame treats letters as sculptural forms, resulting in expressive typefaces like Maroni, Bobine, and Comptoir. His work spans cultural and commercial projects, blending human imperfection with digital precision.
Calame.BureauPile StudioMardi BleuComptoir des CotonniersCravanbranding - Pantone crowns 'Cloud Dancer' as its Colour of the Year 2026, inviting creatives to breathe again
Creative Boom · Dec 4, 2025
Pantone has named 'Cloud Dancer' (PANTONE 11-4201), a soft white hue, as its Colour of the Year 2026. The shade is described as a calming, reflective tone that invites clarity and creative renewal. The announcement includes collaborations with illustrator Emiliano Ponzi and brands like Motorola, Play-Doh, and Spotify, marking a year-long celebration of simplicity and creative space.
Pantone Color InstitutePantoneMotorolabranding - Hayley Wall: Mastering Complex Ideas Through Illustration
It's Nice That · Jul 29, 2025
The article profiles illustrator Hayley Wall, exploring their decade-long career creating work centered on queerness, disability, gender, and mental health. It highlights their editorial commissions for outlets like The New York Times, LA Times, and Sick Magazine, and delves into their process of translating emotion and identity into richly textured, symbolic illustrations. Written by Sudi Jama, the piece emphasizes Hayley’s belief in hope, community, and storytelling through visual art.
Sick MagazineLA Timeseditorial - Dennis Morris: Capturing Music's Iconic Faces
It's Nice That · Jul 17, 2025
The article profiles photographer Dennis Morris, known for his iconic portraits of musicians like Bob Marley and the Sex Pistols. It explores his early life in London, his beginnings in photography, and his new exhibition and book 'Music and Life' at The Photographers’ Gallery, which juxtapose his music and social documentary work. Through an interview, Morris reflects on his creative journey and the enduring connection between music and his photographic practice.
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Creative Boom · Jun 30, 2025 · Interview
Creative Boom’s podcast episode features Kenny Gravillis, founder of Gravillis Inc., discussing his journey from early advertising work to shaping the visual identity of major music and film projects. He reflects on branding the Oscars, designing the Ready to Die album cover, and creating campaigns for major films while emphasizing humility and the irreplaceable human touch in creativity. The conversation also explores his views on AI and the importance of kindness in the creative industry.
Gravillis Inc.The OscarsDef Jambranding - IED Students Showcase Hopes and Realities in 'The Dreamers' Exhibit
It's Nice That · Jun 11, 2025
IED’s photography students presented 'The Dreamers' at Exposed Torino Foto Festival, a collaborative exhibition exploring youth identity and vulnerability. The project, part of a three-year visual archive, featured works from students across IED’s Italian campuses and was curated as an interactive, conversational experience. It reflects IED’s interdisciplinary and human-centered approach to visual arts education.
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