The Inspiration

Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

29th Apr

On My Radar: Paul Lovas

Paul Lovas, a director at NERD Productions, praises simple ideas done well, is fascinated by brilliant people's obsessions, and is turning a childhood dream into a reality for his upcoming project.

28th Apr

Arielle Zakowski: A Few of My Favourite Things

22nd Apr

On My Radar: Laura Murphy

17th Apr

Playlist: Mia Barnes

Radical Media director Mia Barnes shares her thoughts on music videos remaining a core part of an artist’s brand and identity, subversive female directors, and her new Nikon 35ti camera...

15th Apr

On My Radar: Jeanne Weber

Palma Pictures' Client Services Coordinator Jeanne Weber talks Super Bowl spots, tech-renting sites and the problem with France's 'Pink Tax', as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

14th Apr

Olly Williams: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The director/production designer takes us through his trove of set decorations and familial artwork in this insight into creative inspiration.

9th Apr

UNIT9 director Drea Cooper reflects on the power of great storytelling - from cosmic car ads to grindhouse-inspired spots - the unpredictability of production life, and the importance of good communication.

8th Apr

On My Radar: Nico Poalillo

Pulse Films director Nico Poalillo on why he tries to turn his back on tech, how heavy metal has been a huge influence, and why getting cancer may have been the best thing that ever happened to him.

7th Apr

Phil Medway: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The Gusto Film Exec Producer/Head of Production shows us the trio of trinkets that keep him creatively inspired.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

11th Aug

On Location... Shanghai

MPC Shanghai Creative Director Barry Greaves gives us a tour of this incredible city, spanning the historic Bund to the Jing'an temple and its surrounds, offering something for everyone who visits.

30th Jun

On Location... Barcelona

Barcelona is an expanse of delightful architecture, incredible food, and beautiful beaches, and we asked Jordi Molla, Production Ambassador for Twentyfour Seven to give us a guided tour of his city.

28th Jul

On Location... Budapest

From Angel Films' production service mavens Zsofi Kende and Enikő Palchuber, comes a guided tour around Budapest, from rooftop bars to ancient amphitheaters, plus some recommended Hungarian street food.

9th Jun

On Location... Athens

Maria Kopanou, Executive Producer, Green Olive Films, gives us the foodie's tour of Athens, shows off the beachfront locales, and recalls her fondest Akropolis memory.

2nd Jun

On Location... Vilnius

Ema Čielytė, Production Manager at Magic Vilnius, guides us around the city; it's luxurious hotels and well-stocked whisky bars and its love of hot air balloons, and explains why the capital of Lithuania is the 'g-spot' of Europe.

3rd Apr

Playlist: O’Shaya

Wonderhatch Producer O’Shaya talks about the return to narrative-led music videos, her admiration for director Hiro Murai, and collecting postcards when she travels.

2nd Apr

Peer Review: Michael Sagol

With a career spanning all things from creating Oscar-winning work to wrangling rats, Caviar founder and EP Michael Sagol shares the importance of trusting your gut, embracing the chaos, and empowering the people around you.

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