
Tom May
Tom May is an award-winning journalist and author specialising in design, photography and technology. His latest book, The 50th Greatest Designers, was released in June 2025. He's also author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Great TED Talks: Creativity, published by Pavilion Books, Tom was previously editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine.
Latest articles by Tom May

People will hate me... but our banknotes don't need a redesign
By Tom May published
Thrilling exercise in democratic wish fulfillment, or costly vanity project?

Spectacular design has become TV's secret weapon – and the Emmy nominations prove it
By Tom May published
You can't cut corners for a modern audience.

AI is killing music, and design can't be far behind
By Tom May published
We're witnessing the systematic dismantling of human artistry… and it's only getting started.

Anyone who thinks the iPad isn't a serious art tool hasn't been paying attention
By Tom May published
From royal commissions to gallery walls, digital painting is no longer just a quirky sideline; it's a valued artform in its own right.

12 celebrity brands that are totally nailing it, and what designers can learn from them
By Tom May published
These brands have a lot to teach anyone working in design.

A comic book just grounded planes and decimated tourism in Japan – for real
By Tom May published
When an artist's fictional vision triggers real-world panic, what does it say about the power of our creative work?

The best laptop for animation: expert recommended for beautiful displays and powerful processors
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Packed with power, these are the best laptops for animation.

The best iPad alternatives – escape the Apple ecosystem
By Ian Dean last updated
Our reviewers pick the best iPad alternatives from Samsung, Microsoft, Honor and more.

The best laptops for Photoshop, fully tested and reviewed
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Our reviewers pick the best laptops for Photoshop for photographers, designers and digital artists.

Create models from real life objects with the best 3D scanners
By Beth Nicholls last updated
Create models from real life objects with best 3D scanners for games, AR and VR.

The best laptops for graphic design, fully tested and recommended for every workflow
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Boost your creativity with the best laptops for graphic design.

The best Mac for video editing, all thoroughly tested and reviewed
By Erlingur Einarsson last updated
Laptop or desktop, these are the best Macs for video editing.

The best laptop for game development: the perfect device for crafting your vision
By Matt Hanson last updated
Craft new worlds with the best laptops for game development.

Everyone calm down, designers didn't get paid half a million to move a dot
By Tom May published
Yet again, British tabloids have turned professional branding work into misleading clickbait and political misrepresentation.

This is how you make a pro website with Wix's big brother – Wix Studio
By Tom May published
Discover how to create a professional website using Wix's most advanced design platform.

Wix Studio review: build professional-quality websites that don't immediately scream "template"
By Tom May last updated
This polished platform bridges the gap between drag-and-drop simplicity and professional design control. But is it good to use? My Wix Studio review answers that question.

The best software for editing videos for YouTube
By Steve Paris last updated
Our expert guide to the best software for editing YouTube videos.

10 everyday objects that are actually design masterpieces
By Tom May published
Brilliantly designed items hiding in plain sight around us.

Become more creative with these 6 morning rituals designers swear by
By Tom May published
Creatives reveal their secret weapons for starting the day well.

ChatGPT outage panic is a stark warning for creatives
By Tom May published
Absence makes the heart grow... terrified?

The best rebrands of all time
By Tom May last updated
Even the biggest brands can't stay the same for ever.

15 of the best audio logos and why they work
By Tom May last updated
These iconic examples of sonic logos show us how it's done.

Want to know how to make a website with Canva? We've got you covered
By Tom May published
We walk you through how to make a website on Canva
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