Tom May
Tom May is an award-winning journalist and editor specialising in design, photography and technology. Author of the Amazon #1 bestseller Great TED Talks: Creativity, published by Pavilion Books, Tom was previously editor of Professional Photography magazine, associate editor at Creative Bloq, and deputy editor at net magazine. Today, he is a regular contributor to Creative Bloq and its sister sites Digital Camera World, T3.com and Tech Radar. He also writes for Creative Boom and works on content marketing projects.
Latest articles by Tom May
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The best laptops for Cricut makers: get the most out of Cricut Design Space
By Ian Dean last updated
As keen crafters, we've picked out the best laptops for Cricut makers – all tested to handle the brand's software.
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The best photo editing software
By Beren Neale last updated
Enhance your images easily with the best photo editing software on the market right now.
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The best website builder for photographers: build an online home for your images
By Tom May last updated
Build a portfolio with the best website builder for photographers.
![MacBook Pro M3 on a table](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/aUJYPyy3SG7QM9LKFtKD5e-320-80.jpg)
How much RAM do I need? A guide for creative professionals
By Tom May published
Be sure your computer has enough RAM with our easy guide.
![The best Google Fonts are represented by the Google Fonts logo on a pink gradient background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FW43LtvScAnHLreybvFv3o-320-80.jpg)
The best Google Fonts
By Tom May last updated
Free to download, these are the best Google Fonts.
![One of the best monospace fonts on a blue background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9BWPLU6RsXze4v2LGJj97Z-320-80.jpg)
The best monospace fonts for coding in 2025
By Tanya Combrinck, Joe Foley last updated
You'll find code easier to read with the best monospace fonts.
![Four of the best circular logos on a gradient background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/vzKBjJhXpXZRckdPn6MiQW-320-80.jpg)
The 12 best circular logos of all time
By Tom May last updated
Circular logo designs can have a powerful impact.
![Six of the best sports logos on a gradient background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/b3qYJJxgWZfbTCsvinQ4SW-320-80.jpg)
14 of the best sports logos of all time
By Tom May last updated
These famous sports logos represent the joy and passion of fans around the world.
![iPad Pro M2 vs iPad Pro M4](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/z9YFMzWvpoThB4QR9NRKSm-320-80.jpg)
iPad Pro M2 vs iPad Pro M4: how Apple's premium tablets stack up
By Tom May published
Our iPad Pro M4 vs M2 comparison will help you choose.
![10 new free sans serif fonts](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oPzeMumUb2WVyejgQCUM6Q-320-80.jpg)
The best free sans serif fonts
By Jim McCauley last updated
Update your font library with the best free sans serifs.
![A screenshot from Discord, one of the best social media platforms for artists and designers](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/oDnSs3epDeJhSHEZzAvaM3-320-80.jpg)
The 13 best social media platforms for artists and designers
By Tom May last updated
Where are the best social media platforms to share your art?
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Adobe software list: which apps to use for different creative tasks
By Tom May last updated
All the main Adobe software programs and what to use them for.
![Screenshot from Photoshop 25 showing generative fill and expand](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BZMzvLxChHTUJebDoqWJvB-320-80.png)
The best graphic design software
By Tom May last updated
We compare the best graphic design software, including both vector and raster editors.
![Monitor on desk with keyboard, mouse and closed laptop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/wH3E5XmJEQwRqV8oCF8ri3-320-80.png)
How to use a monitor with the laptop closed
By Tom May published
Our quick guide will get you set up in moments.
![Logos for three of the best drawing apps for Android](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rTZdjUymr3sxPTjixshUHS-320-80.jpg)
The best drawing app for Android: draw like a pro on your Android phone or tablet
By Tom May last updated
Create great digital art, with the best drawing app for Android.
![The logos of three of the best free video editing software programs on a mint green background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nNCKn82trhFQoXvJJbEoRn-320-80.jpg)
The best free video editing software: how to cut clips without the cost
By Tom May last updated
We select the best free video editing software available today.
![Cover of issue one of Thrasher magazine](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FVy9LBUuLR7nFKEib9nWyT-320-80.jpg)
The best typography of the 1980s, as chosen by design experts
By Tom May published
Discover how the 1980s transformed typography
![Three of the best standing desk converters on a blue background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dHgHwda3ZbWgLmXBnAwYo-320-80.jpg)
Work healthier with the best standing desk converter
By Beren Neale last updated
Improve your productivity and health with one of the best standing desk converters.
![Our three picks of the most powerful laptops on sale right now.](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/owGKp8YTkQQavohdgDSX3E-320-80.jpg)
The most powerful laptops
By Matt Hanson last updated
Power to the people Ideal for heavyweight tasks, these are the most powerful laptops.
![Product shots of the various best 2-in-1 laptops on a purple background](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/o9XY8YNBr6QoDm7KpqSdfB-320-80.jpg)
The best 2-in-1 laptops for creatives
By Matt Hanson last updated
Switch between tablet and laptop, with the best 2-in-1 laptops.
![Best free blog website platforms - Wix/Weebly/Substack](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/yH5sVmLryia4NTcfhJnNLQ-320-80.jpg)
The best free blogging platforms
By Beren Neale last updated
Promote your work and build an audience with one of the best free blog websites available.
![Sample of Backspacer font](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/gMSysHkufENiuzFfveYenk-320-80.jpg)
The best typography of the 1990s, according to type experts
By Tom May published
From FF Blur to Comic Sans, these fonts defined the 90s.
![Warner Bros logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/z8YkCMYdgfuk2uksHEE2oE-320-80.jpg)
The beginner's guide to flat design
By Tom May last updated
We explore the continuing trend for flat design.
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