Latest articles by Tom May
I tested Honor's latest budget tablet, and it feels surprisingly premium
My Honor Pad 10 review asks if this budget tablet is worth investing in.
Is the idea of intellectual property outdated? These Damien Hirst plagiarism claims are making me wonder
As the accusations fly about stolen ideas and appropriated artwork, do artists own anything anymore?
People will hate me... but our banknotes don't need a redesign
Thrilling exercise in democratic wish fulfillment, or costly vanity project?
Spectacular design has become TV's secret weapon – and the Emmy nominations prove it
You can't cut corners for a modern audience.
AI is killing music, and design can't be far behind
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
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
These brands have a lot to teach anyone working in design.
A comic book just grounded planes and decimated tourism in Japan – for real
When an artist's fictional vision triggers real-world panic, what does it say about the power of our creative work?
Everyone calm down, designers didn't get paid half a million to move a dot
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
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"
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
Our expert guide to the best software for editing YouTube videos.
10 everyday objects that are actually design masterpieces
Brilliantly designed items hiding in plain sight around us.
Become more creative with these 6 morning rituals designers swear by
Creatives reveal their secret weapons for starting the day well.
Want to know how to make a website with Canva? We've got you covered
We walk you through how to make a website on Canva
Forget the iPhone: I reckon Photoshop arriving on Android is a far bigger deal
It's the platform that dominates the smartphone market, so why isn't the creative industry more excited?
The lesson all creatives can learn from Taylor Swift's ownership victory
The singer's landmark right deal offers a lesson for all creatives… but perhaps not what you think.
I've spent 2 months testing the main website builders, and these are the 7 that creatives should check out
Create a site your customers will love, with the best website builders for small businesses.
Nostalgia isn't killing cinema; it's all it's got left. And that has to change.
While critics blame sequels for cinema's decline, original films aren't drawing crowds either. It's time for a radical rethink.
The global brands of the future are hiding in plain sight: here's how to spot them
It’s time to rethink what 'brand' really means.
8 AI skills you need to land your dream design job, according to the pros
Ready for your next move? Here's what agencies want.
