Dom Carter
Dom Carter is a freelance writer who specialises in art and design. Formerly a staff writer for Creative Bloq, his work has also appeared on Creative Boom and in the pages of ImagineFX, Computer Arts, 3D World, and .net. He has been a D&AD New Blood judge, and has a particular interest in picture books.
Latest articles by Dom Carter
![Starbucks paper cup](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ewXSc8Yhx9aLZqisRxyrqg-320-80.jpg)
McDonald's and Starbucks to create a compostable cup
By Dom Carter last updated
The two mega-brands have joined forces to find an eco alternative.
![Phone being held over the NASA AR mug](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7WyuVnUwG7xshL6ZDiUR6c-320-80.png)
Get an astronaut's view of Earth in NASA's new AR mug
By Dom Carter last updated
Explore outer space from your desk.
![art terms: paintbrushes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FwoUpvyaxyyR9CVcqysV6i-320-80.jpg)
Art terms: The ultimate artist's glossary
By Dom Carter published
Get your head around common art terms with this practical guide.
![Lion King character comparisons](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eFLqGywxyv2b89gzSgiFhh-320-80.png)
Lion King character redesigns highlight the problem with realistic CGI
By Dom Carter last updated
Are they better than the film?
![Amazon Echo Buds](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/R4cbky4AXNvsgtvtvGh8KY-320-80.jpg)
Amazon takes on AirPods with its own true wireless headphones
By Dom Carter last updated
Meet the $129 Echo Buds.
![ArtRage 6 banner image [Image: ArtRage]](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/G7FyrTosEYmGHSs3YZ8xsP-320-80.jpg)
Digital painting tool now more authentic than ever
By Dom Carter last updated
Get creative with ArtRage 6.
![XP-Pen holiday edition](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Uk5ed4x5PYHbvHZGGCJdxe-320-80.jpg)
Save big on the Artist 15.6 pro Holiday Edition while you can
By Dom Carter last updated
XP-Pen’s popular drawing tablet is on offer for a limited time.
![different types of printing](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BXDWhZoJqUbrRaeab4GYFj-320-80.jpg)
A creative's guide to different types of printing
By Dom Carter published
Learn about the different types of printing with this guide.
![Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker poser](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/DqnWFBmn3kXUaHwmP36LE4-320-80.jpg)
Disney saves the day with stunning artist-designed Star Wars posters
By Dom Carter published
These are not your average movie posters.
![Rebuild the world ad screenshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5UUusDiBhg2jFZMtvbT5sK-320-80.jpg)
Lego's stunning new ads are a creative force for good
By Dom Carter last updated
The famous brand goes back to basics in its first campaign in 30 years.
![Netflix logo guideline](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6xkT6sNQpDQ4rKXUDhR9zN-320-80.jpg)
Are these OTT brand guidelines as ridiculous as they seem?
By Dom Carter last updated
Don't eat your logo, kids.
![batman and catwoman model swap](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hrJgQbjgDk6VpjDFKZEwVh-320-80.jpg)
Batman and Catwoman swap exposes gender stereotypes
By Dom Carter published
Funny role reversal video reveals home truths about character design.
![Tesla Cybertruck golden ratio](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dqYj9aTvVVgTnNVdQPwavP-320-80.jpg)
Tesla's Cybertruck: Even the Golden Ratio can't save it
By Dom Carter published
The ratio has been applied to Elon Musk's electric truck.
![workstation](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/tp8mTakeYyBRTwrYc9bz73-320-80.jpg)
4 reasons you should be using a convertible workstation
By Dom Carter published
A convertible workstation can transform your workflow.
![McDonald's sundae poster](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XPbFUyHEwi8FVXqVDsWDZB-320-80.jpg)
McDonald's posters go viral for all the wrong reasons
By Dom Carter published
McDonald's Portugal campaign is pulled after online backlash.
![Chewy Channel programmes](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Szv6N4YXqckMVTYiixMHsa-320-80.png)
Haribo gummi bears become Instagram stars
By Dom Carter published
But does the world need sweets as Insta influencers?
![Day of the Dead sculpture](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NvDEQNuJwoSZezjoKW7KSh-320-80.jpg)
Giant skeleton sculptures 'rise up' in Mexico City
By Dom Carter published
Colossal sculptures take to the streets ahead of Day of the Dead.
![Analogue Pocket and Game Boy cartridges](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/jGe8n3AcWft9AZrcrfv2y9-320-80.jpg)
Sleek new-age Game Boy looks better than the original
By Dom Carter last updated
Analogue Pocket is the Game Boy reimagined.
![Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker illustrated poster](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MrLNzzwmTWkXjwbwGGD2Zc-320-80.jpg)
The Force is strong with this illustrated Star Wars poster
By Dom Carter published
The Rise of Skywalker gets an IMAX-exclusive poster.
![Fox rebrand assets](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/z5sWKcVikwfcqxPBJBEBNB-320-80.jpg)
Fox takes risks again with abstract rebrand
By Dom Carter published
The broadcasting company evolves for modern audiences.
![null](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aRqcFUjqRzryZYd4U4cY7k-320-80.jpg)
Funny font chart separates the good from the evil
By Dom Carter published
Do you agree?
![Steve Jobs iPhone 11 Pro](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GSsSWTnoeKjKhhMsx5go7L-320-80.jpg)
Company sells $6k iPhones with a bit of Steve Jobs' turtleneck in them
By Dom Carter published
We doubt Jobs would be a fan.
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