Artist · Designer · Visual Artist
Something about this funny feeling scratches a hard to reach itch in the corner of my mind.
When it comes to the tactile feeling you get from using analogue processes, there’s no fooling the eye.
It’s the smudges in print, the scratches in metal, the misplaced stitches in a knitted textile. That’s all part of the fun.
It’s Nice That and DROOL have launched the second edition of their Artist Open Call, extending the deadline to 16 October 2025. The initiative invites emerging artists worldwide to submit their work for a chance to be featured and sold as fine art prints through DROOL’s curated platform. The collaboration aims to financially empower independent creatives while promoting sustainable art production.
Creative Boom marks its 16th anniversary with a virtual celebration hosted in its online community, The Studio. The event includes games, surprise guests, and over £2,000 worth of creative prizes from brands like Adobe, Pentagram, and Yod&Co. The article reflects on Creative Boom’s journey since 2009 and invites its global creative community to join the festivities.
The article profiles Brighton-based visual artist Alex Khabbazi, who explores analogue animation using unconventional materials like wool, metal, and receipt paper. His tactile, stop-motion approach transforms static materials into moving images, emphasizing imperfection and texture. The feature highlights his transition from architecture to graphic design and his fascination with analogue processes.