Creative Boom’s article by Tom May explores Paradiso Festival, a new five-day creative retreat founded by Héctor Ayuso in Mérida, Mexico. The event reimagines the traditional design conference format by removing stages and hierarchies, fostering authentic conversations among creatives like Paula Scher, Oliver Jeffers, and Jessica Hische. With cultural immersion, local experiences, and a focus on community, Paradiso aims to redefine what a creative gathering can be.
Paradiso fest in Mérida, Mexico, reimagined the creative conference format as an inclusive, retreat-style festival focused on connection and inspiration. Founded by Héctor Ayuso, the four-day event featured talks, workshops, and cultural excursions that broke down traditional hierarchies between speakers and attendees. With contributions from creatives like Karin Fong, Oliver Jeffers, and Ivan Cash, the festival emphasized community, reflection, and creative experimentation.
Imaginary Forces created the final end credits for Stranger Things Season 5, marking the conclusion of their long-running collaboration with Netflix. The sequence reimagines key moments from the series as illustrations inspired by 1980s Dungeons & Dragons manuals, blending nostalgia and artistry to celebrate the show’s legacy.