Natalie Fear
Natalie is Creative Bloq's staff writer. With an eye for trending topics and a passion for internet culture, she brings you the latest in art and design news. A recent English Literature graduate, Natalie enjoys covering the lighter side of the news and brings a fresh and fun take to her articles. Outside of work (if she’s not glued to her phone), she loves all things music and enjoys singing sweet folky tunes.
Latest articles by Natalie Fear
![Claudia Aggett headshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iSyctPafCULH8d2awJ9QpH-320-80.jpg)
"You can’t teach someone to be creative”: a day in the life of Claudia Aggett
By Natalie Fear published
Fiasco's mid-weight designer discusses her pandemic post-grad experience and the importance of following your own path.
![Gladiator 2 Popcorn bucket](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/uohBagWhjrPjaHsncvwPQS-320-80.jpg)
I can’t unsee MF DOOM in the new Gladiator 2 popcorn bucket
By Natalie Fear published
Turns out it's no coincidence.
![Grand Theft Hamlet](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/NVydtpJTgKqAM6uv9V2pPk-320-80.jpg)
I’m surprised how much I love this Hamlet adaptation made entirely in GTA 5
By Natalie Fear published
It’s much more than a novelty concept.
![Maybelline New York ‘Reconnect With You’](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/G9hT9gyrAr4m6mdYy7Zyi4-320-80.jpg)
Maybelline’s new campaign is a refreshing take on mental health
By Natalie Fear published
Social media brings its ups and downs.
![Silent Hill 2 HD Collection mod](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rVVXMJEEaTo7GStDYi2SWk-320-80.jpg)
Fans declare Silent Hill 2 fog removal mod 'blasphemy'
By Natalie Fear published
Where’s the ambience?
![iPad Pro deal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gPg6qd9LsFLGj6YgLBkNeN-320-80.jpg)
Psst! The iPad Pro M4 has a hidden discount this Prime Day (just don't forget the coupon)
By Natalie Fear last updated
Get a record $150 off the latest iPad Pro M4 models.
![Google image search results for "baby peacock"](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ujcKQoEeNmQJbotbq7GXL9-320-80.jpg)
Google’s “AI slop” invasion feels like the beginning of the end
By Natalie Fear published
Image search is no longer a reliable source.
![Heinz Smiles ad](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/eMvxtbMJ74xysEK4VJCRNc-320-80.jpg)
I’m disturbed by these creepy Heinz ads for all the wrong reasons
By Natalie Fear published
Joker makeup gets a ketchupy twist.
![Over the Garden Wall 10th anniversary stop motion special](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/maoxp5CQCese2htXcXQjPG-320-80.jpg)
I’m already emotional for the stop-motion Over the Garden Wall anniversary special
By Natalie Fear published
Creator Patrick McHale teams up with animation legend Aardman.
![Lloyds Bank OOH campaign](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VVP6xFF6s5etWMpoYfDUi8-320-80.jpg)
Lloyds' brand refresh is a powerful symbol of progression
By Natalie Fear published
It’s the banking brand’s biggest multi-channel ad campaign to date.
![Benefit Cosmetics branding](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K9xCNAdWZ8rjDb5wb2RZj6-320-80.jpg)
Benefit's adorable makeup packaging is a retro feast for the eyes
By Natalie Fear published
The cosmetics brand bucks the minimalist trend.
![IKEA Thailand flood ads](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/CREjhKPnpYh4vL88exkSJ3-320-80.jpg)
Ikea’s poignant new ads are a powerful call to action
By Natalie Fear published
The campaign helps flood victims in Thailand.
![Sam Drury headshot](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gBH3392f6gTaqUqFXVkzph-320-80.jpg)
"Empathy is absolutely crucial for success": a day in the life of UX director Sam Drury
By Natalie Fear published
We caught up with Sam to discuss his work with UIC Digital and what the rise of AI means for the UX industry,
![Louis Albert Necker optical illusion](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/KKn6TqLUsqWv35Lyho5rnU-320-80.jpg)
This perplexing optical illusion transforms in the blink of an eye
By Natalie Fear published
My brain can’t pick a perspective.
![Screenshot from the Web Design Museum](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/5UkYftwsHL8NRNiQLBvjd5-320-80.jpg)
I just discovered Web Design Museum and got lost for two hours
By Natalie Fear published
The early internet was a chaotic time.
![Microsoft Paint](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ATaHZhZNhzZCLu3srFgY6o-320-80.jpg)
Microsoft Paint is back from the dead, and we’re as surprised as you
By Natalie Fear published
New AI tools mean it might be time to give it a chance.
![Robbie Williams as a CGI monkey in new biopic Better Man](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7Wq4Z5iykDq7EERNjQuzwm-320-80.jpg)
Robbie Williams will be played by a CGI monkey in new biopic (and I have so many questions)
By Natalie Fear published
"I've always seen myself a little less... evolved”.
![iPad Mini 6](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/iENgnNyFQVqzKJXeoRiJ44-320-80.jpg)
October’s Apple event could launch the iPad Mini 7 (and it's about time)
By Natalie Fear published
Expect plenty of M4 updates all round.
![23 number optical illusion](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/xZcLWJGdE9SKRcqF6TQNnE-320-80.jpg)
This simple number optical illusion is breaking my brain
By Natalie Fear published
I love a classic ambigram.
![Rumours poster](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6Jhkd4cDyEL7o2ZGU9RPG5-320-80.jpg)
The Rumours film poster is pure chaos (and I love it)
By Natalie Fear published
Give me more motion design.
![PS5 Pro 30th Anniversary edition](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/TgCw6kHyYQ3fcYMM2vPFh4-320-80.jpg)
The retro PS5 Pro will have strict preorder conditions in Japan
By Natalie Fear last updated
Sony’s found an interesting solution to scalpers.
![Epic Games](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3mPtQSMuKGYaTANF359J6H-320-80.jpg)
Epic Games sues Google and Samsung for "anticompetitive actions"
By Natalie Fear published
"Epic's latest lawsuit is meritless," says Google exec.
![Google Pixel](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/VppeLXPngGnypUVcPDXGL8-320-80.jpg)
I’m an Apple purist but the Pixel 9a might convert me
By Natalie Fear published
I love the ultra-sleek design.
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