All content archive
April 2025
Filter
271 articles
- April 27
-
- The 8 branding mistakes that will make you seem amateur
- Why the 'most Gen Z royal photo ever' is a huge branding win
- "Design is more than just the pixels on the screen": How Microsoft created a visual identity for its AI
- 'Dumb meme' sparks fierce debate about Blender remakes and the cost of VFX
- Artists must "revolt against the soulless [AI] machines" says legendary comic artist Dave McKean
- How to bake maps in Nomad Sculpt
- The inspiration behind these stylised comic illustrations featuring muscular characters and vehicles, straight from the artist's mouth
- Aiarty Image Matting may be my new favourite app to remove photo backgrounds quickly and accurately
- This subtly scathing Trump illustration nails minimalist design
- April 26
-
- How to iterate lighting for lookdev using Redshift and Cinema 4D
- This artist was huge in the '80s. Now, he's taught AI to steal his style
- 9 of the most iconic car designs of all time
- Should designers make creative compromises for clients?
- Maksym Haydar’s 'Memories' feels like a scene lifted from a graphic novel — rich with depth, detail and storytelling
- If you want a curved OLED monitor that's just the right size, I recommend the Acer Predator X32X
- The Slate Auto pickup design is the antithesis of the Tesla Cybertruck
- April 25
-
- Dear Nintendo, stop trying to make Game-Key Cards happen
- I've just discovered the original Apple Watch, and it's an analogue masterpiece
- How to make digital art look traditional using Photoshop
- Why does the Apple logo have a bite mark?
- We've tested the new HP Omen Max 16, and its gaming power can be put to good 3D and video use
- Wix's new personalised AI feature is both incredibly cool and a bit creepy
- How the new fantasy world of video game Absolum was created in collaboration with an animation studio
- Discover how this artist's surreal illustrations explore a dread and wonder at the power of nature
- How to create cinematic cameras in KeyShot
- April 24
-
- This Horizon Zero Dawn-inspired hard-surface model masterfully blends realism with intricate design
- Did Adobe Fresco's new 'made by a human' tag just make it a safe space for artists?
- Adobe Concept AI is now Firefly Boards, and you can apply to join the beta
- "Everything we do is to benefit creativity" – love it or hate it, Adobe has a bold vision for AI and creative tools
- Tested: the Boulies Master Rex is a good chair, but it's somewhere between gaming and office chairs
- The 7 biggest announcements from Adobe MAX London
- Celebrate Adobe Max with 50% off the Creative Cloud All Apps plan
- Adobe's made its most controversial AI move yet – it now supports third-party generators
- Adobe has just announced Firefly Image Model 4 and 4 Ultra – what are they and why do you need them?
- Just announced! Adobe upgrades Photoshop – here's all you need to know
- The new Content Authenticity web app launches at Adobe MAX London: can it solve one of AI art's biggest problems?
- Exclusive: Adobe launches exciting new apprenticeship program for creative graduates
- The Midnight Walk is a 'cosy' stop-motion horror game completely made by hand
- The Oscars' new AI statement feels like the final nail in the coffin
- Drivers are just discovering the Audi logo's hidden meaning
- April 23
-
- Camera phone shootout: Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra Vs Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra
- What's a boomer shooter – and is it even the right term?
- Justin Bieber's new brand logo gives us... nothing
- Sony reveals the PS5 Pro's insides (and it almost feels indecent)
- How the Guild Wars 2 game art team overcome technical limitations to craft character art with heart
- 10 steps to create character design with personality for animation
- Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 review: a brilliantly weird, utterly unique game
- This baffling optical illusion might not trick you if you work in a specific profession
- The 7 best alternative posters for the new Superman movie
- Old Jamaica is back from the dead with a vibrant new rebrand
- April 22
-
- Onimusha 2: Samurai’s Destiny Remaster hands-on: ahead of its time
- How to use CapCut video editor: a beginner's guide to using CapCut for social media
- Why you should upgrade to an M4 Mac for creative work
- Trump butts in to cultural logo dispute that has nothing to do with him
- As an artist, I've been resistant to AI – but I'm questioning my reasons
- Scientists have discovered a "jaw-dropping" new colour – but you can't see it
- You need to explore these mysterious watercolours of ancient mythological creatures
- Does Rolls-Royce's sleek chess set take its minimalism a move too far?
- Paul Rudd's Nintendo Switch 2 ad is one '90s throwback I never expected
- April 21
-
- Playdate makes video game releases feel like a TV series with the release of season 2
- We rated the new M4 MacBook Air as the best Apple laptop for most people – now there's a surprise early discount
- It's official: experts say Elon Musk and AI are the biggest risks for branding
- How to design and draw a lovable character for animation using Procreate
- “Work I’d always hoped to get is now coming in, after 40 years in the business”: first impressions with painter Greg Manchess
- How Tempest Rising channels the heart of '90s strategy games without "losing its soul"
- "It’s a takedown of the AI bros owning the narrative in our daily feed": creative director Guus ter Beek on his satirical game ChadGPT
- "I'm down to roll up my sleeves": a day in the life of Mike Perry
- Supercharge your design career: the 5 soft skills you need to master
- Through masterful technique and an eye for realism, Matteo Hu brings 'Snow Girl' to life, capturing the delicate interplay of light and texture
- Why it's finally time to embrace imperfect design
- Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves review – a triumphant comeback that rekindles the series' classic fighting spirit
- I tried this innovative gadget that looks a sci-fi prop but is actually a useful and cleverly designed power bank and charger combo
- April 20
-
- These evocative illustrations are inspired by the people of India
- Oh look, everyone is laughing at the Papyrus font again
- Wait, you're telling me the colour purple is an optical illusion?
- I love the hidden messages in these clever abstract Albert Camus book covers
- I've had the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for a few weeks now, and it's the best AI camera phone I've used
- AI might be coming for your job, but it can't take your creativity
- This building optical illusion has broken my brain
- April 19
-
- Branch Ergonomic Chair review: A budget chair that's a treat for your wallet (and your butt)
- Coca-Cola's vibrant Bodyarmor rebrand wields a powerful weapon in the battle of the sports drinks
- Heinz somehow makes opening sauce packets a fashion statement with stylish tooth 'grillz'
- I don't need a new laptop, but $500 off the Samsung Galaxy Book4 Ultra is seriously tempting me
- Proposed new Microsoft Office icons are generating a huge design debate
- The best car ads of all time
- 10 tips to get started in Modo 17
- Andrey Dobraeb channels the eerie atmospheres and intricate world-building of dark fantasy games like Dark Souls and Elden Ring to craft this mossy character
- How to choose a laptop for video editing: The specs you can't do without
- Bon Iver’s tinned fish is the weirdest brand collab ever
- April 18
-
- How Guild Wars 2 looked to retro game Shadow of the Colossus to solve a modern problem
- This vibrant fantasy style was inspired by classic French comic artists
- Uncovering deepfakes: Ethics, experts, and ITV’s Georgia Harrison: Porn, Power, Profit
- These 3 phones are excellent for content creation, and up to $400 off
- Whatever A24 Music is, at least it has a gorgeous logo
- You can now buy the Severance keyboard – but it's missing one important detail
- 13 of the most iconic typefaces ever made – from Neue Haas Grotesk to Comic Sans
- The new Dell Pro 13 is a laptop for those who wear suits not Hawaiian shirts – but it's nippy and lasts all day
- A quick art hack to create stylised grass in Blender for video games and animation
- I think I've found the best Logitech mouse – and it's not the one that looks like a melted toad
- April 17
-
- Experience the future of graphics – Nvidia's Unreal Engine 5 RTX neural rendering demo is now free for all
- How indie rhythm game Unbeatable takes inspiration from Dreamcast and early 90s anime with its stylish hand-drawn animation
- Introducing 'The Matriarch of Shamans', a captivating character born from passion and dedication – made in ZBrush
- Ubisoft's free colour blindness tool is a gift for game developers
- Learn how to build the storytelling in your scenes with dramatic rainstorm effects using After Effects
- I just tested Apple's best and newest MacBook – and it's now even more 'wow'
- How Range Rover's latest design pays tribute to its original car
- Corona's latest ad is made from wood, and it's a delight to watch
- Thailand’s Marvel Thunderbolts film posters are WAY better than the US version
- April 16
-
- Fans are still divided over the Donkey Kong redesign, but I love it. Here's why
- "Let's keep making art with a soul”: artists fight back against AI action figure trend
- Surajit Sen interview: the artist behind some of India's biggest cinematic worlds explains his passion and approach to 3D art
- Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered's art style is already dividing gamers after apparent leak
- New Unity tech hits 300,000 multiplayer count
- What is Bold Minimalism, the new trend sweeping the design world?
- April 15
-
- Fed up waiting for Titanfall 3? This indie dev made a prototype game in Unreal Engine just 10 days
- I played Capcom Fighting Collection 2 for a week: here's why we need this frenzied '90s game art style to make a comeback
- Solo developer reveals how Unreal Engine powered his strikingly realistic photography game
- Excuse me Marvel Rivals, why are all your male characters thicc now?
- Samsung has updated its rugged product line, but who is it for?
- The best CAD software for design, engineering and architecture
- I've been testing Switch 2's mouse controls for hours in Metroid Prime 4 – they're way better than expected
- I just tested the Duracell Bunny of laptops – if you need a long battery, it doesn't get better than this
- Britbox's mesmerising 14-hour ad shows the history of filmmaking techniques in a single take
- HDMI vs USB-C: which one is right for you?
- Move over Apple Pencil, the Crayon Pro is in town and it's the stuff of childhood dreams
- April 14
-
- How to edit videos in DaVinci Resolve: A introductory guide for beginners
- The Marathon cinematic looks absolutely breathtaking – it's one of the best short sci-fi movies I've seen in years
- Black Mirror's fictional retro game Thronglets is now real. Here's how to play it
- Adobe's Bluesky rejection proves the brand is woefully out of touch with its users
- Astro is Wix's new AI tool, and it's going to change the way you work
- Could Apple's folding iPhone and iPad actually be the same device?
- 'Great brands retain a degree of mystery’: a day in the life of Julian Kynaston
- The best prints ads of the 2010s, as picked by experts
- I tested the iPad Air M3 especially for creative pros – it feels like an iPad Pro in all but name (and price)
- Couldn't preorder a Switch 2? No worries, Playdate has big news coming this week
- April 13
-
- The Volkswagen logo history is suddenly causing huge confusion and friendship-ending arguments
- I can't decide if this surprising solution to smartphone addiction would be life-changing or just frustrating
- I had to create a bespoke workspace just to test this enormous curved monitor – it's a gamer's dream
- Popeyes puts a clever spin on its logo to entice hungry fans
- These digital artists have made progress in the fight against unethical AI
- The best superhero logos of all time
- This ingenious Murakami book cover has a beautiful dual design
- April 12
-
- The best print ads of the 2020s so far, as picked by experts
- 15 tips to improve your sketches
- Best cartoons of the 1970s – from The Lord of the Rings to The Rescuers, filmmakers pick their favourite animated movies
- I've wanted the Samsung Galaxy Ring for ages, and now its £80 off!
- This historic dockyard’s branding rewrites the rulebook on heritage design
- I tried ASUS' monitor-cum-Smart TV and unless you're desperate for a screen that does both, it's style over substance
- British myths and legends inspire beautiful and ferocious new stamp artwork
- How to choose a typeface for the digital world
- This stunning artwork blends nature and animals with myths, legends (and a touch of darkness)
- The 9 alternative Hamilton logos that almost had the spotlight
- Coca-Cola's new 'literary' ad is an instant classic
- April 11
-
- This ASUS ProArt laptop is a creative powerhouse and $300 off for a limited time
- The best Nintendo Switch 2 accessories
- Want to learn Unreal Engine for free? Switching from Unity is easy thanks to these tutorials
- David Fincher's weird Xbox ad brings back early 2000s vibes
- Explore the story behind this 'Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Diorama', a stunning 3D render crafted in ZBrush
- Obsessed with design? Sign up to Creative Bloq's new newsletter – By Design
- Sure, ASUS' fragrance laptop is beautiful – but why on earth does it exist? I asked the designer
- How Tanuki: Pon's Summer infuses its art style with the aesthetic of rural Japanese festivals and anime
- The Salvador Dalí film "too surreal" to produce has finally been made – by AI
- The realism of this AI action figure trend is scarily impressive
- April 10
-
- Adobe is turning Photoshop into an AI chatbot – here's how it will work
- Canva launches new AI tool expansion – but is that really what designers want?
- Lexus's stunning new display could transform car UI design
- You've never heard of Nex Playground, but it's one of the most interestingly designed games consoles out there
- “It's staggeringly simple” – this coding tool is ideal for artists looking to break into game development
- This Texas Longhorns logo concept is better than the original
- LIVE: Nintendo Switch 2 stock is still fluctuating, but we're tracking it all so you don't have to
- Must-see video shows how an artist made the Severance titles using mocap in his living room
- Bionic Bay dev and artist Juhana Myllys tells me he wants to make games that look "timeless"
- The viral ‘pet to person’ AI trend turned my cat into a weird slobby man
- April 9
-
- What are the uses for CAD? Discover how computer-aided design is used in a wide range of industries
- Did you know you can use your iPhone as a 3D scanner?
- Revopoint's new 3D scanner eliminates the need for markers
- This beautiful indie game just beat AAAs to win Best Artistic Achievement at the BAFTAs
- Life-size Titanic digital twin reveals incredible new details
- From Clippy to Copilot: Microsoft celebrates 50th anniversary with vibrant campaign
- Adobe drops 1,500 new fonts in game changing expansion for creatives
- IKEA reveals the 3 essential ingredients of a happy home
- This weird ad campaign unlocks an exclusive promo – but only if you’re bald
- April 8
-
- Types of CAD: discover the different approaches to computer-aided design
- Gamers! Don't delay on this gaming laptop deal with £250 off the Acer Nitro V 15
- Not a gimmick! I got hands on with ASUS' surprisingly stunning new 'Ceraluminum' laptops – this is design for designers
- What's Feather, the new iPad app that blurs the line between 2D and 3D?
- Bungie's art director explains Marathon's controversial new look
- The stock market crash "looks nice in Ghibli" – we're not a serious world anymore
- I'm so glad that Instax has tweaked its design approach – the new Instax Mini 41 is beautiful
- Marie Kondo partners with Epson to help creatives declutter – and I'm feeling inspired
- This bizarre chicken rating game is surprisingly addictive
- Check out some masterful manga with issue 252 of ImagineFX
- Nintendo sparks wild fan theories after Donkey Kong Bananza leak
- Nintendo Switch 2 games: the best games to play on launch day
- These are the 4 best AI generators for game art, according to pros
- News flash Trump, the artist isn’t the issue with your presidential portrait
- April 7
-
- Fans are torn over the vibrant colours and glitchy UI art style of Bungie's new Marathon game
- Fans mock Microsoft's unplayable AI Quake II remake in Copilot
- Promise Mascot Agency review: Showa-era Japanese retro vibes, modern game design chores
- Marvel wins back fans with slick retro-inspired Fantastic Four poster
- Marvel Rivals' blonde female heroes all look the same – fans call it a character design fail
- "Creativity doesn’t come from sitting at a desk": a day in the life of Emma Barratt
- Tested: the Freepik AI image and video generator is slick and big, and filled with moral dilemmas
- What's The Eternaut, the iconic comic coming to Netflix this month?
- April 6
-
- "Boys may be boys, but sometimes, it’s good to remind ourselves that boys can also be horse": These are the 7 wildest perfume ads I’ve ever seen
- Ingenious DIY project puts a retro gaming console in a tin of mints
- An expert guide to choosing the right MacBook for designers
- The poo emoji grows booty in this bizarre but ingenious animated ad
- Download resources for ImagineFX 252
- Ingenious adverts sparked by brand wars, from Apple vs Android to McDonald's vs Burger King and more
- Inside the inspirational sketchbook of picture book artist Valerya Milovanova
- What is CAD? – Everything you need to know about computer-aided design
- I've tried the new HP OmniBook 2-in-1, and I think hybrid workers should give it a good look
- What is Nvidia's neural rendering and why is it important?
- April 5
-
- What the new Nvidia chip means for Nintendo Switch 2
- Learn how to make a symbolic TV-style intro sequence using high-end 3D motion graphics
- Simplicity meets sunshine in this refreshing gin rebrand
- I tested the Revopoint MetroX 3D scanner against black shiny objects
- 3 Nintendo Switch 2 concepts that would have been cooler than the real thing
- Find out the process behind this colourful, cartoony 3D artwork, How to Raise Your Dragon in the West
- Nintendo Switch 2 vs Switch OLED – should you upgrade?
- Invasion of the cats! These wild Dreamies billboards are my favourite ad campaign ever
- April 4
-
- Disney’s new Lilo and Stitch poster is the ultimate subtle flex
- Not Super Mario or Doom – the most influential video game of all time is surprising
- Learn core 2D art techniques to design a fierce robot concept
- Texan chain Buc-ee's sues indie Barc-ee's for mimicking its iconic logo
- I'm a little bit in love with this Nintendo Switch 2 Piranha Plant Camera
- How two artists made a game that plays like interactive theatre
- AI makes character animation faster and easier in Cascadeur 2025.1
- How Microsoft became one of the world's most successful brands
- “I love to see how the model comes together and starts coming to life!” – how this 3D character artist breathed life into a compelling concept using Maya and ZBrush
- The decades-old Doom 3 engine proves perfectly suited to new indie game Skin Deep
- Unity 6 and Unreal Engine 5 bring whizz-bang tech to Nintendo Switch 2
- Zoner Photo Studio X review: photo editing made easy(er)
- Tesla logo conspiracy theory 'reveals' dark hidden meaning
- April 3
-
- South of Midnight review: Southern Gothic blended with fantasy in a tightly woven action-adventure
- Elon Musk faces yet another potential copyright controversy
- 'This is terrifying': Graphic designers debate the threat of Chat GPT's image generator
- ZBrush for iPad gets the update that 3D artists had been hoping for
- Don't pay $80 for new Switch 2 games - use this hack instead
- Okay, I admit it, I like the look of the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
- Nintendo fans hate the new Switch 2 game box design
- "Great design isn’t always about making a statement”: inside CO_LAB theatre group’s artfully minimalist rebrand
- ImagineFX Art Challenge 9 starts today!
- New NYC Subway map revives beloved retro design
- Ninja Turtles and Popeye star in these lively, action-packed illustrations
- We need to talk about Meghan Markle’s As Ever branding
- Apple's redesigned MacBook Pro could be incredible
- April 2
-
- I'm sorry, are we being played? $90 for a Nintendo Switch 2 game makes it a rich man's hobby
- Listen up! Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders open on 9 April
- Foundry launches new tool to simplify VFX virtual production pipelines
- 5 epic Nintendo Switch 2 surprises that have fans talking
- Inspirational advice for creating board game art
- Tired of Adobe and the big tech giants? Here's how I created my ideal Open Source Creative Workstation (and it's very cheap)
- The Spider-Man: Brand New Day logo proves that nostalgia bait works
- LIVE: Unmissable Nintendo Switch 2 Direct event is happening now
- How the South of Midnight art team achieved its artisan animation style inspired by stop-motion
- "Is graphic design dead?": Designers share their honest thoughts on AI in heated discussion
- The OpenAI Studio Ghibli controversy could be a test for art copyright in the AI era
- Sega's new Sonic the Hedgehog design sparks conspiracy theories
- After using the new MSI Modern 15 I think it's great for light creative tasks - but 3D users need to look elsewhere
- April 1
-
- The Refugee Council's rebrand is a warm celebration of Britain
- Camera phone shootout: the iPhone 16 Pro Max Vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra
- BAFTA Games Awards 2025 nominations show the rise of indie games as serious rivals to AAA dominance
- "A straight up heist of intellectual property" – artists respond to the AI Studio Ghibli trend
- Evercade's new Neo Geo handheld console has a rare retro game everyone needs to play
- Meghan Markle’s lifestyle brand oozes elevated class
- "This shot is CRAZY lit" – An insider's hot take on Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse first-look images
- How to use Houdini 20’s new feather tool
- After using CorelDRAW Graphics Suite 2025 for a week, I'm not sure it can replace Adobe in my life
- 9 iconic typefaces in movies and TV – from Stranger Things to Napoleon Dynamite
