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Concept artist Fano Rakotoh explains his step-by-step technique for creating a character in Photoshop.

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The original concept for KPop Demon Hunters has me intrigued

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Paul Hatton published 21 May 26

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A fun revival that's also paw-sitively messy in places.

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Character design in process — How to create a polished character design, from initial sketch to final render Concept artist Fano Rakotoh explains his step-by-step technique for creating a character in Photoshop.

Artwork from the Netflix KPop Demon Hunters art book — The original concept for KPop Demon Hunters has me intrigued Could a more adult focus still work as a spin off?

Bubsy 4D, a retro cartoon character, an orange cat-like creature — Bubsy 4D review: not a cat-astrophe but not purr-fect A fun revival that's also paw-sitively messy in places.

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Google Workspace icons

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By Natalie Fear last updated 21 May 26

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Art

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This hidden side of the uncurated internet can still inspire.

pixar's Gatto

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By Georgia Coggan published 21 May 26

Hand-painted Gatto is set to be the most exciting animation in years.

Naked Donald Trump in South Park

South Park's tiny Trump penis was a win for handcrafted animation

By Joe Foley published 20 May 26

The rest might have been a deepfake, but the penis was real.

3D

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By Alan Wen published 21 May 26

Art director Jo Gauthier reveals why this hand-drawn 2D indie game secretly uses 3D tech.

Video Game Design

Mythic Kart Maker

If Nintendo won't make a Mario Kart maker, this indie game could be the next best thing

By Joe Foley published 20 May 26

Imagine infinite Mario Kart 64.

Video Game Design

Branding & Advertising

Why the best rebrands aren't the most radical

By Amalia Blum published 21 May 26

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Google Workspace icons

Google’s new app icons were desperately needed

By Natalie Fear last updated 21 May 26

The glow up is much more than a matter of aesthetics.

Why brands need to sweat the small stuff to go big

By Ben Cleaver published 20 May 26

Big is having a moment, but more stuff equals less meaning.

Video Game Design & Gaming

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The best video game vinyl soundtracks you can actually afford

By Ian Dean last updated 21 May 26

From Doom to Death Stranding, these game soundtracks are worth spinning and cost less.

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Luna Abyss review: a stylish, chaotic but flawed bullet hell shooter

By Ian Dean last updated 21 May 26

An indie Doom Eternal that almost hits its targets.

AI

Photos of the red carpet at Cannes with the stars and photographers cut out to leave a blank space

Can you tell which stars are missing from these iconic red carpet photos?

By Joe Foley published 12 May 26

Empty Red Carpet makes a statement against AI as the Cannes Film Festival gets underway.

John Lennon and Yoko Ono

New John Lennon documentary will be a controversial test for AI video

By Joe Foley published 8 May 26

Would The Beatles really approve?

Taylor Swift

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By Natalie Fear published 2 May 26

No wonder the star is seeking legal action.

Technology

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These cocktail makers are basically a Nespresso for margaritas

By Ian Dean published 21 May 26

Cocktail and slushie machines you'll actually use this summer get Memorial Day savings.

Three of our favourite monitors, aimed at graphic artists.

The best monitors for graphic artists: We test for accuracy, ergonomics and style

By Beren Neale last updated 21 May 26

Boost your accuracy with the best monitors for graphic artists.

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By Matt Hanson last updated 21 May 26

If you're a coder and an Apple fan, you'll want to see this list.

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The rotating horse optical illusion is just as perplexing in real life

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I’m still confused.

Optical Illusions

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By Ian Dean last updated 21 May 26

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