the Inspiration

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

28^th Nov

Playlist:PaulMinor

We hear from Golden LA director Paul Minor about music video passion projects, unique photobook inspirations and trying on Mr. T's gold chains.

27^th Nov

OnMyRadar:TomStaniford

25^th Nov

Rollo Hollins: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The Armoury director tells us about the talisman, teeth, and terrifying claws that keep him creatively inspired.

19^th Nov

Tomas Jacobi, the ECD and Co-Founder of Citizen Music, talks about excellent Excel promos, a musical act that is simply "eternal", and why he always like to have a Mate on hand, as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

18^th Nov

Filmawi: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Knucklehead's new signing takes us through the visual, audio, and organisation apparatus that keeps his creativity on point.

14^th Nov

Playlist: Jack Cronin

Jack Cronin, Assistant Editor at PXP, chats to us about his Michel Gondry admiration, working with Chance The Rapper, and bratty music videos.

12^th Nov

On My Radar: Leo Zuckerman

Leo Zuckerman, a director at Tool, on the Ferrari of computer display monitors, why Kubrick films should be mandatory, and the complexities of Leonard Cohen's music.

11^th Nov

Tomas Jonsgården: A Few of My Favourite Things

Award-winning director and screenwriter Tomas Jonsgården talks us through the nostalgic VHSs, magical mellotrons and yoga soldiers that keep his inspiration flowing.

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.

11^th Aug

OnLocation...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.

30^th Jun

OnLocation...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.

28^th Jul

OnLocation...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.

9^th Jun

OnLocation...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.

2^nd Jun

OnLocation...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.

5^th Nov

On My Radar: Isabel Bethencourt

IndependentMedia director Isabel Bethencourt tries to curb an obsession with statistics, is delighted by a DA Pennebaker film, and bows down to the power of Prince, as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

31^st Oct