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Anycubic Kobra 3

Anycubic is slashing 3D printer prices this weekend only – get the Kobra 3 for just $259

Beth Nicholls published 17 January 25

Save big on Anycubic's Kobra range as well as its Photon Mono resin printers.

Jaws / London 2012

56 of the best poster designs

Rosie Hilder last updated 17 January 25

Our pick of the most eye-catching posters, from classic to contemporary from film and art, to sports and politics.

Nintendo Switch 2 official first look

How to register your interest in the Nintendo Switch 2

Beth Nicholls published 17 January 25

Pre-orders aren't live just yet but you can still prepare to beat the queues with retailers like Best Buy.

Hip-Hop infographic by Dorothy

29 inspiring infographics

Georgia Coggan last updated 17 January 25

The best infographics to inspire your own creations.

Best game development software; logos for game development software

The best game development software to learn how to make a video game

Paul Hatton published 17 January 25

The best game software for beginners, hobbyists and professionals.

Camera Phone shootout: Honor Magic 7 Pro vs Samsung S24 Ultra, Honor Magic 7 Pro

Camera phone shoot out: Samsung S24 Ultra Vs Honor Magic 7 Pro

Beth Nicholls published 17 January 25

News I think this is as close as we've gotten to smartphones being able to replace digital cameras.

Benefit Cosmetics branding

41 packaging designs to inspire you

Rosie Hilder last updated 17 January 25

Inspirational packaging design examples, plus online resources.

Trump presidential portrait 2017 vs 2025

Trump's new presidential portrait signals a provocative branding U-turn

Natalie Fear published 17 January 25

It’s a far cry from the smiles of 2017.

Best game development software; logos for game development software — The best game development software to learn how to make a video game We test the best game making software for beginners and professionals, including the best free game creation software.

Camera Phone shootout: Honor Magic 7 Pro vs Samsung S24 Ultra, Honor Magic 7 Pro — Camera phone shoot out: Samsung S24 Ultra Vs Honor Magic 7 Pro I think this is as close as we've gotten to smartphones being able to replace digital cameras.

Donkey Kong Switch 2 Mario Kart design — Donkey Kong’s adorable new character design is the highlight of the Switch 2 trailer It’s classic DK with a modern twist.

Jaws / London 2012 — 56 of the best poster designs Our pick of the most eye-catching posters, both classic and contemporary, from film and art, to sports and politics.

Graphic Design

Apple

40 of the best print ads of all time

By Daniel John last updated 17 January 25

The most memorable, funny, clever and impactful print ads we've seen.

Print Design & Publishing

The Switch 2 logo is beyond basic, and I think I know why

By Rosie Hilder published 17 January 25

Has Nintendo learned its lesson after the Wii U?

Digital Art

Jakob Eirich art

15 digital artists you need to know about

By Claire Howlett last updated 16 January 25

These incredible digital artists will inspire you.

Animated tennis players

The Australian Open's ingenious animated avatars are better than the real thing

By Natalie Fear published 16 January 25

It’s like Wii Sports: Pro Edition.

Character Design

Simply Draw iPad app; a photo of countryside

Why Simply Draw is the childhood art tool I wish I had

By Ian Dean published 15 January 25

Sponsored by Simply Draw

This iPad drawing app is a fantastic way to start learning how to draw.

Digital Art Software

3D

Asterism indie game

How hand-crafted indie game Asterism mixes digital art and papercrafts

By Alan Wen published 16 January 25

Solo dev Claire Moorwood made her dream game using Unity.

Video Game Design

8 things I learned about NVIDIA's new tech at CES 2025

By Erlingur Einarsson published 15 January 25

DLSS 4, Blackwell, neural rendering, digital humans - what does it all mean?

Branding & Advertising

The Switch 2 logo is beyond basic, and I think I know why

By Rosie Hilder published 17 January 25

Has Nintendo learned its lesson after the Wii U?

three people wearing Aldidas branded hoodies

Why you need to pay attention to Aldi's marketing

By Mark Baldwin published 17 January 25

The German supermarket has been nailing its branding lately, here are 4 standout campaigns.

20 iconic brands and why they work

By Nick Carson last updated 16 January 25

These brands may not be the biggest, but they're certainly iconic.

Film & VFX

Adobe TransPixar AI app; a robot and flames

Adobe just stealth-released a game-changing AI app for VFX

By Ian Dean published 10 January 25

TransPixar AI can generate video effects with transparent backgrounds.

Making the VFX of Mufasa: The Lion King; lions rendered in 3D

Making the VFX of Mufasa: The Lion King has been "very personal" - how the 1994 movie, Unreal Engine and pride in the craft brought the prequel to life

By Ian Dean published 8 January 25

MPC's Audrey Ferrara explains why this one mattered.

Trust me, don't watch Apple TV+ for free this weekend

By Joe Foley published 31 December 24

Apple's unusual move is an ingenious marketing strategy.

Movies & TV Shows

Video Game Design & Gaming

Nintendo Switch 2 official first look

Everybody stay calm! Nintendo has finally revealed the Switch 2

By Beth Nicholls published 16 January 25

I love the modern design but I'm kinda sad about the Joy-Con colours.

A soldier points their gun

Call of Duty’s $700m dev budget shows the cost of making games is out of control

By Tanya Combrinck published 9 January 25

Is this sustainable?

AI

Fake AI pictures of Brad Pitt used to scam a woman

This deepfake Brad Pitt scam is a cautionary tale on the dangers of AI catfishing

By Natalie Fear published 16 January 25

"I came forward, because I am not the only one.”

AI generated images of a young male Instagram user situated in a hall of mirrors, screenshotted from Instagram feed

Meta has absolutely no clue what to do with AI

By Jon Stapley published 13 January 25

But it really wants in. Here’s why Meta is jamming AI into everything

Why I'm not surprised AI was involved in Nike's latest advert

By Rosie Hilder published 6 January 25

It's the done thing these days.

Technology

Honor Porsche Magic 7 RSR

This Porsche X Honor smartphone collab validates an unexpected tech trend

By Beth Nicholls published 16 January 25

This Honor X Porsche collab is setting the way for new tech trends.

Phones & Tablets

POCO X7

Wait! This new AI smartphone has Google Gemini and a 50MP camera – and costs less than £200!?

By Beth Nicholls published 16 January 25

The Poco X7 series is ideal for creatives seeking flagship-level power in an affordable and flexible package.

Phones & Tablets

The MacBook Air (M2) is set next to text: 'Huge savings'.

The MacBook Air M2 is nearly perfect – and it's down by $200 right now

By Beren Neale published 14 January 25

It's come a week early, but a $200 discount is a a $200 discount!

Professional Development

Our most read interviews of 2024

By Rosie Hilder published 12 January 25

Last year we spoke to Adobe, Pentagram, artists Shan Jiang and Guillermo Flores Pacheco and more...

Creative Careers

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By Tom May published 2 January 25

What's the best choice for your pocket and your career?

Professional Development

"I’m creatively greedy": a day in the life of mixed media artist Stefan Falconer

By Natalie Fear published 31 December 24

Golden Wolf's creative director discusses his career-defining work and the animation studio's evolution.

Creative Careers

Creative Inspiration

5 art and design anniversaries to get inspired by in 2025 – from Art Deco to Sega

By Richard Hill published 12 January 25

There's plenty to celebrate this year (we promise).

Creative Inspiration

Karim Douieb Baby Names website

I love the slick design of these baby name trend infographics

By Natalie Fear published 1 January 25

Data and design come together in style.

This viral optical illusion broke people's minds in 2024

By Joe Foley published 29 December 24

Some people still don't believe the two faces are the same colour.

Optical Illusions

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Nintendo Switch 2 official first look

Everybody stay calm! Nintendo has finally revealed the Switch 2

By Beth Nicholls published 16 January 25

I love the modern design but I'm kinda sad about the Joy-Con colours.

Adobe TransPixar AI app; a robot and flames

Adobe just stealth-released a game-changing AI app for VFX

By Ian Dean published 10 January 25

TransPixar AI can generate video effects with transparent backgrounds.

A soldier points their gun

Call of Duty’s $700m dev budget shows the cost of making games is out of control

By Tanya Combrinck published 9 January 25

Is this sustainable?

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