The Inspiration
Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.
Playlist: Michael Holyk
Peer Review: Niclas Larsson
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.
Arielle Zakowski: A Few of My Favourite Things
The Work Editorial editor talks us through the complex timelines, handy foot-coverings and romantic aliens that keep her creativity flowing.
On My Radar: Laura Murphy
Gravy Films director Laura Murphy loves the sweary antics of Brian Cox, the all-round excellence of a Coppola classic, and the occasional bit of inspirational eavesdropping.
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...
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.
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.
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Peer Review: Drea Cooper
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.