Tom May
Tom May is an award-winning journalist and editor specialising in design, photography and technology. 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. Today, he is a regular contributor to Creative Bloq and its sister sites Digital Camera World, T3.com and Tech Radar. He also writes for Creative Boom and works on content marketing projects.
Latest articles by Tom May
![Three of the best student laptops on a red background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rimia8An8J7UxyBdKLFs6-320-80.jpg)
The best student laptops for school, college and university
By Matt Hanson last updated
Whatever you're studying, these laptops for students will have you covered from creative software to casual gaming.
![ZBrush tutorials: 3D render of reptilian character Crocodylus by Richard Jusuf](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/atuUeVjigFSLVKfusToPcZ-320-80.jpg)
20 of the best ZBrush tutorials
By Craig Stewart last updated
Fantastic ZBrush tutorials that will improve your 3D sculpting.
![Logos of Wix, Squarespace and Format](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/kAEnRJTBNrsARwgkhYdjsg-320-80.jpg)
The best website builder for photographers
By Tom May last updated
Display your work with the best website builder for photographers.
![Best website builder for artists: Wix/Shopify/Squarespace](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qrmQhEsRGLmPR6QnZ8FFb-320-80.jpg)
The best website builder for artists
By Tom May last updated
We reveal the best website builder for artists today.
![Three of the best laptops for Cricut makers on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DzgjxY5h9wYdMwNmpxJcGF-320-80.jpg)
The best laptops for Cricut makers
By Ian Dean last updated
As keen crafters, we've picked out the best laptops for Cricut makers – all tested to handle the brand's software.
![The logos of five of the best fictional brands](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/686og4DBEskHTEt5neFBB5-320-80.jpg)
12 of the best fictional brands from film and TV
By Tom May last updated
Some fictional brands have taken on a life of their own.
![Best sewing machines for beginners; a group of three sewing machines](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UCd9Y5RcoqFswc5XxndDZn-320-80.jpg)
The best sewing machines for beginners
By Michelle Rowley last updated
Our experts select the best sewing machines for beginners.
![Three of the best photo scanners on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qUGxmDeAye72RXaLfxNEuF-320-80.jpg)
The best photo scanners
By Beren Neale last updated
Digitise your favourite prints with the best photo scanners.
![Blender tutorials](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Sac5eiSr58MYK2iZRYzG4d-320-80.jpg)
37 Blender tutorials to boost your 3D modelling and animation skills
By Kerrie Hughes last updated
Create 3D art for free with these Blender tutorials.
![Product shots of three iPads displaying abstract colourful shapes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MoJu2SiDvNMYHnjyz84Xod-320-80.jpg)
The best iPad for Procreate
By Matt Hanson last updated
Create digital art with the best iPad for Procreate
![Wix and Squarespace and Shopify logos on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/UpuaUgX38XFghBQzPFxzuV-320-80.jpg)
The best website builder for small businesses
By Tom May last updated
We've tried and tested various website builders so you can start selling products and services today.
![The best tablets for students; a mix of tablet computers on a blue background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/earU3sADNGRkm3wKYZRSkU-320-80.jpg)
The best tablets for students
By Ian Dean last updated
Save cash with our pick of the best tablets for students.
![Three of the best video editing computers on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7p4X5WBJrTotEDSYooWEj5-320-80.jpg)
The best video editing computer: desktop PCs for video editors
By Matt Hanson last updated
Get work done faster with the best video editing computer.
![Best free blog website platforms - Wix/Weebly/Substack](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yH5sVmLryia4NTcfhJnNLQ-320-80.jpg)
The best free blog websites
By Beren Neale last updated
Promote your work and build an audience with one of the best free blog websites available.
![Best laptops for CAD - Apple/ASUS/Microsoft](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gQ5RKNo9qHQu5Y83SbaThh-320-80.jpg)
The best laptop for CAD and AutoCAD
By Paul Hatton last updated
What's the best laptop for CAD? Find out here.
![Selection of e-ink tablets](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hhSA2XJjmtsbS9kdbWbkjR-320-80.jpg)
The best e-ink tablet
By Tom May last updated
Enjoy the feel of a pen on paper, with the best e-ink tablet.
![Three of the best laser cutters on a blue background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gEh8jC3kFraCaJ84MmgkRM-320-80.jpg)
The best laser cutters and engravers
By Ian Dean last updated
Cut, score and engrave with accuracy using the best laser cutters.
![Three of our top picks of AI laptops.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KM89V2KJytCp2hNsnM3Pim-320-80.jpg)
The best AI laptops
By Tom May last updated
We've selected the best cutting edge laptops at the forefront of AI – and explore which are best for creatives.
![A women overlaid by a projection of code. Text reads AI Week](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TpAMeGzmvBkQnvTR9f9xZD-320-80.jpg)
The future of AI art, according to industry pros
By Tom May last updated
Will AI art destroy jobs, and can it be stopped?
![A selection of AI-generated character designs](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oS8RapmjjbbSRogSodx77c-320-80.jpg)
The future of AI in graphic design
By Tom May published
Graphic designers reveal how AI is fitting in to agency workflows.
![Microsoft laptop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SU9mH2mVn9H85bKfqJbUJo-320-80.jpg)
What is an AI laptop, and should you buy one?
By Tom May published
'AI laptop' isn't just a buzzphrase, it's a real thing. And we explain whether it's good for creatives.
![Three of the best laptops for watching movies on an orange background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CpzVMNchDNmv4XTBa6vLn5-320-80.jpg)
The best laptops for watching movies
By Tom May, Beren Neale last updated
Discover the best laptops for watching movies and streaming.
![The logos of three of the best video editing software programs, Premiere Pro, CyberLink Power Director and Davini Resolve](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HEctyeMVG6ZMAEB9pJpxdB-320-80.jpg)
The best video editing software
By Tom May last updated
Craft content quickly, with the best video editing software.