Stella Murphy
Illustrator
4 articles · Jul 2024 — Mar 2025
Articles & interviews
- Stella Murphy Discusses Soulful Creativity and Style Evolution
It's Nice That · Mar 20, 2025
The article covers illustrator and cartoonist Stella Murphy’s talk at Nicer Tuesdays, where she discussed the evolution of her vibrant, psychedelic style and her approach to maintaining a natural creative flow. It highlights her journey from graphic design beginnings to editorial commissions for The New York Times, emphasizing her philosophy of creativity that transcends digital algorithms.
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It's Nice That · Feb 17, 2025
It’s Nice That announces the lineup for March 2025’s Nicer Tuesdays event, featuring Koto, The White Pube, Stella Murphy, and Will Norman. The evening will explore topics from branding and editorial illustration to music video production and art criticism. The event is supported by WePresent and Frontify and will take place at EartH in Hackney on 4 March 2025.
- "Don't Hug Me I'm Scared Website Launches as Creative Hub"
It's Nice That · Dec 9, 2024
The article covers the launch of a new website for the cult puppet series Don’t Hug Me I’m Scared, created by directors Becky Sloan and Joe Pelling with studio Blinkink. Built by interactive studio Really Quite, the site serves as a hub for episodes, merchandise, and fan content, continuing the show’s surreal and humorous tone. The piece highlights the collaborative process and playful behind-the-scenes anecdotes from the creators.
BlinkinkReally QuiteDon’t Hug Me I’m ScaredChannel 4digital - Screen Time: Boosting or Blocking Creativity?
It's Nice That · Jul 31, 2024
The article explores how screen time influences creativity, balancing the benefits of digital tools with the risks of distraction. Featuring insights from artists and a psychiatrist, it argues that both focus and 'unfocus' are essential for creative productivity. The piece highlights how technology can support daydreaming, research, and workflow when used intentionally.
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