Ian Dean
Ian Dean is Editor, Digital Arts & 3D at Creativebloq, and the former editor of many leading magazines. These titles included ImagineFX, 3D World and leading video game title Official PlayStation Magazine. In his early career he wrote for music and film magazines including Uncut and SFX. Ian launched Xbox magazine X360 and edited PlayStation World. For Creative Bloq, Ian combines his experiences to bring the latest news on AI, digital art and video game art and tech, and more to Creative Bloq, and in his spare time he doodles in Procreate, ArtRage, and Rebelle while finding time to play Xbox and PS5. He's also a keen Cricut user and laser cutter fan, and is currently crafting on Glowforge and xTools M1.
Latest articles by Ian Dean
![GameMaker winning entry Picayune Dreams; making a winning indie game](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MiQMHMZhYTtonhb2N3kZxh-320-80.png)
The challenges of being an indie dev, "About a third of the way through the game's development, I hated the damn thing"
By Ian Dean published
Stepford has won Best Game at the GameMaker Awards 2024.
![Prime Day Deals SSD](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/diejW5pRvMkAgsDC5ucmQH-320-80.jpg)
Our highest rated SSD for workstations is now over 30% cheaper on Prime Day
By Ian Dean published
This Samsung SSD ranks No.1 and for this price is worth grabbing.
![Prime Day deals Wacom stylus](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/HvRb2cWPDeofKLJ23bgXfR-320-80.jpg)
These are the 6 Wacom compatible styluses I'd get for Prime Day
By Ian Dean published
I'm hovering over the STAEDTLER Noris jumbo 'buy now' button.
![Prime Day deals laser machines](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hAojBJjxK9HQPsZeUWNvb4-320-80.jpg)
I've used all of xTool's laser craft machines, and never expected the new M1 Ultra to have $600 off for Prime Day
By Ian Dean published
A surprising price drop.
![Prime Day deals 3D scanners](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/2rFGcXCRFpeGF9snfBcCY5-320-80.jpg)
3 of the best 3D scanners we've tested are cheaper on Prime Day
By Ian Dean published
Give your 3D modelling and 3D printing a boost, for less.
![Prime Day deals Lego Star Wars Calendar](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZwEzVyz2CkYLpskUf3zJKj-320-80.jpg)
I didn't need it, but I just ordered the LEGO Star Wars 2024 Advent Calendar - there's 20% off right now
By Ian Dean published
Treat yourself.
![Prime Day drawing tablet deals; drawing tablets](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6sbHvWfVcMK365yB4nSGjG-320-80.jpg)
The best drawing tablet deals I've found this Prime Day so far – including Wacom, XPPen and Huion price-drops
By Ian Dean last updated
My favourite drawing tablet deals.
![Cricut Amazon Prime day deals](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rECdNSJHMyLUoEkufVfzn3-320-80.jpg)
The Prime Day Cricut deals we're hoping to see more of this October – including a Cricut Maker 3 bundle
By Ian Dean last updated
We're honing in on the very best Prime Day deals on Cricut machines.
![Best games consoles](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nwoESJrMq7Eeyzhq3sthZW-320-80.jpg)
The best games console: choose from performance, value, retro and more
By Ian Dean last updated
Our video games specialist helps you choose the best games console for you, whether that's for performance or value.
![Shan Jiang and XPPen drawing tablet art; a leopard in armour](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/JWcVBcAUUfKEkZ3spzvij4-320-80.jpg)
Illustrator Shan Jiang explains what he looks for in a drawing tablet
By Ian Dean last updated
He created the striking art for the new XPPen Artist Pro 19 (Gen 2).
![Shan Jiang illustrations for the box art of an XPPen drawing tablet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eKDPVSzwaXHZdZdXbNF6UB-320-80.jpg)
AI will force "dramatic changes" says illustrator Shan Jiang
By Ian Dean published
The acclaimed illustrator, who has worked for Netflix, Apple and XPPen, reveals the mix of influences on his art, what the future holds.
![Best Cricut machines; two white digital craft machines](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/zgM92ygjA672wVGSTaze3d-320-80.jpg)
The best Cricut machines
By Beth Nicholls, Ian Dean last updated
The best Cricut machines can make precise cuts in material, and print your designs on mugs, T-shirts and more.
![ZX Spectrum retro console](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hJ9prSQExta7VCh2ctev54-320-80.jpg)
The new ZX Spectrum full-size retro computer even includes rubber keys
By Ian Dean published
I owned every Speccy as a kid, so of course I need this retro revival.
![The best vinyl cutter machines; three craft machines](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/fr9tzxVUwSF6LStrZgNVgT-320-80.jpg)
The best vinyl cutter machines
By Ian Dean last updated
The best vinyl cutter machines enable you to make stickers, banners and more.
![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.
![Ghost of Yotei; a female samurai](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nMcx92PidtifbT4Q6NYTsE-320-80.jpg)
The internet is being (mostly) normal about Ghost of Yōtei's new female character design
By Ian Dean published
We spoke too soon.
![Nothing Ear Open review; earbuds in a case](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/krFQScgFMUwfg8VWZXfYy6-320-80.jpg)
Nothing Ear (open) review: my first open sound earbuds are almost perfect
By Ian Dean published
I use them every day.
![Antstream Arcade; an illustration of a girl sat in front of a panel of retro games](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GR6Dn528TuS7SfRiYWyG2A-320-80.jpg)
Antstream Arcade is the retro game collection I've always wanted, and every day is an inspiration
By Ian Dean published
1,300 retro games from Atari to Nintendo, and the arcades, now on PS5.
![LTX Studio, an AI filmmaking platform; a circular space station](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LU3sh5RjrxchraDC73qQbf-320-80.jpg)
AI filmmaking is "making the creative process so much smoother," says the director of the new Jordan Rudess music video
By Paul Hatton published
Cyebever is paving the way enables artists to 3D models from simple sketches
![The best Cricut accessories; a mix of crafting accessories on a pink background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YVnhSkvJzP8tn5MZavhSwn-320-80.jpg)
The best Cricut accessories
By Ian Dean last updated
Find the best Cricut accessories to get the most from your machine.
![Ugee 16 review; photos of a person painting using a drawing tablet display](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/mi4QfXBRgamjnCeSAyakH8-320-80.jpg)
Ugee 16 review: a perfect beginner drawing display at a good price
By Ian Dean published
Ugee's latest budget drawing tablet gets so much right, but it's not perfect.
![How NVIDIA RTX AI Applications supercharge creative workflows](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/s3BCxPaiSnzUM7xsWTyqSR-320-80.jpg)
How NVIDIA RTX AI applications supercharge creative workflows
By Paul Hatton published
Sponsored by NVIDIA
From game modding to 3D art and video, NVIDIA RTX can accelerate your visions.
![What NVIDIA Laptop do I need to revolutionise my creative workflow?](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/morBmu6FziMcZuYfPzscnD-320-80.jpg)
What NVIDIA laptop do I need to revolutionise my creative workflow?
By Paul Hatton published
Sponsored by NVIDIA
Get the most from AI-powered tools with an NVIDIA RTX laptop.
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