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

On My Radar: Tomas Jacobi
19th Nov

OnMyRadar:TomasJacobi

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.

11th Nov
Tomas Jonsgården: A Few of My Favourite Things

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.

5th Nov
On My Radar: Isabel Bethencourt

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.

31st Oct
Playlist: Ricky Rxse

Playlist: Ricky Rxse

1st Ave Machine director Ricky Rxse speaks on social media shifts, the future of short form content, and his love for stand up comedy.

29th Oct
On My Radar: Diogo Kalil

On My Radar: Diogo Kalil

LOBO director Diogo Kalil celebrates the ingenuity of the Las Vegas Sphere, the power and portability of the iPad, and the thought-provoking themes of Love Death & Robots, as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

28th Oct
Jackson Tisi: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Jackson Tisi: A Few Of My Favourite Things

From the rugged terrain of Wyoming to the heart of Los Angeles, filmmaker Jackson Tisi talks us through the books, pics, and pooches that provide inspiration for his creative journey.

23rd Oct
Peer Review: BRBR

Peer Review: BRBR

Known for their raw, innovative and impactful storytelling, Spindle filmmakers BRBR explain how sharing pretty much every aspect of their lives, from clothes to food to favourite films, has informed their collective vision.

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.

22nd Oct CINEMATOGRAPHY & PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS
On My Radar: Jasmin Kuhn

On My Radar: Jasmin Kuhn

Director and cinematographer Jasmin Kuhn talks technological gear, the films that have lit up her year and the DPs who have influenced her career, as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

17th Oct
Playlist: Niles Howard

Playlist: Niles Howard

Niles Howard, editor at Work Editorial chats about his top music videos of 2024, his obsession with the game of pool and reflects on artists directing their own videos.

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16th Oct
Peer Review: Marcos Pacheco

Peer Review: Marcos Pacheco

ECD at PS260, Marcos Pacheco is a creative powerhouse who's lent his extensive design and animation skills to brands like CNN, Nike, YouTube, and more. Here, he shares the artists and work that makes him tick, from iconic logos to Jamie Hewlett.

15th Oct
On My Radar: Catherine Bull

On My Radar: Catherine Bull

As Lost Planet editor Catherine Bull reveals what's on her radar, we find her serious about puzzles, effusive about a particular Lars von Trier film, and thankful that Willie Nelson's back catalogue is so eclectic.

14th Oct CINEMATOGRAPHY & PHOTOGRAPHY FOCUS
Lucy Sandler: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Lucy Sandler: A Few Of My Favourite Things

LA-based Park Pictures director/photographer Lucy Sandler talks us through the pooches, knitwork and bushy broads that keep her inspiration flowing.