
Jon Stapley
Jon is a freelance writer and journalist who covers photography, art, technology, and the intersection of all three. When he's not scouting out news on the latest gadgets, he likes to play around with film cameras that were manufactured before he was born. To that end, he never goes anywhere without his Olympus XA2, loaded with a fresh roll of Kodak (Gold 200 is the best, since you asked). Jon is a regular contributor to Creative Bloq, and has also written for in Digital Camera World, Black + White Photography Magazine, Photomonitor, Outdoor Photography, Shortlist and probably a few others he's forgetting.
Latest articles by Jon Stapley

The best camera for streaming
By Jon Stapley last updated
If you plan to start streaming content then you'll need a capable camera – whether it's for Twitch, TikTok or YouTube.

“Big, bold typography is key”: Squarespace’s Brand Design Director on how to make your website stand out
By Jon Stapley published
Satu Pelkonen lets us in on a few tips and tricks for getting your website noticed.

How to use an iPad as a drawing tablet with a PC
By Jon Stapley published
Want to use an iPad as a drawing tablet with a PC? There are a number of ways to do it

Behind the RSPCA's 50-year rebrand
By Jon Stapley published
We speak to the people behind the triumphant brand refresh of the RSPCA.

How to build a Squarespace website
By Jon Stapley published
We take you through a quick-start guide to building a Squarespace website.

How do laser cutters work?
By Jon Stapley published
We take a closer look at how laser cutters work, as well as the different types available.

How to make a website on Weebly
By Jon Stapley published
We take you step by step through how to make a website on Weebly, a quick and affordable website builder.

How to draw on the iPad: your guide to getting started
By Jon Stapley last updated
Our guide to how to draw on the iPad starts with the basics, from pairing your Pencil to picking the right apps.

iPad vs Samsung tablets: which should you buy?
By Jon Stapley last updated
Thinking about buying a tablet? We pit iPad vs Samsung tablets to help you decide which is the best tablet for you.

The best drawing tablets for animation
By Jon Stapley last updated
Our guide includes top choices from Wacom, Huion and more.

Best Wacom alternatives: From Huion to XP-Pen
By Jon Stapley last updated
These Wacom alternatives are perfect for artists on a budget.

The best iPhone gimbal
By Jon Stapley last updated
These are the best iPhone gimbals for stabilising video.

The THX logo: a (non-exhaustive) history
By Jon Stapley published
The audience is listening as we take a look back at the journey of the THX logo over decades.

The Starbucks logo: a history
By Jon Stapley published
We look back at the history of the Starbucks logo, and how it evolved to one of the most recognised marks on the planet.

A history of the Samsung logo
By Jon Stapley published
We trace the history of the Samsung logo, from its beginnings in 1930s Korea to the global fame it enjoys today.

XP-Pen vs Huion: which is right for you?
By Jon Stapley last updated
In our XP-Pen vs Huion guide, we look at the pros and cons of the tablets offered by each manufacturer.

Wacom vs XP-Pen: Which is for you?
By Jon Stapley last updated
How to decide between Wacom and XP-Pen.

The Miami Dolphins logo: a history
By Jon Stapley published
We look at how the Miami Dolphins logo has evolved over the 57 years of the team’s history.

The Philadelphia Eagles logo: a history
By Jon Stapley published
We look at how the Philadelphia Eagles logo has evolved, from its beginnings in the 1930s right up to the present day.

The NFL logo: a history
By Jon Stapley published
We look at the history of the NFL logo, from its origins right through to the present day.

The history of logos: how the logo became what it is today
By Jon Stapley published
We take a look back at the history of the logo, from its earliest origins to its possible futures.

The best 20th century logos, as picked by the pros
By Jon Stapley published
Revisit some iconic graphic design as our experts nominate the best 20th century logos from history.

These are the best simple logos, as picked by the pros
By Jon Stapley published
Here are the most effective simple logos ever created, nominated by experts across the design industry.
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