Critique
Critique (established 1999) is the regular Eye column by Rick Poynor.
You can judge a cover by its book
Has Penguin lost its touch? Though its original identity came from pairing strong images with a shrewd choice of fiction, the latest round of designs smells like empty marketing. Critique by Rick Poynor
The future is ours to see
BBH’s Barnardo’s campaign communicates with a force rarely seen in charity advertising. Critique by Rick Poynor
Empire of spin
An ‘official’ website tries to get to grips with contemporary culture. Critique by Rick Poynor
Invasion of the issue-snatchers
A disturbing 'campaign' by a clothing manufacturer blurs the line between editorial and advertising. Critique by Rick Poynor
Anti-advertising shows its teeth
The media became squeamish when confronted with a gory anti-burger ad. Who are they trying to protect? Critique by Rick Poynor
Erotic portfolio or ‘artcore’ porn?
While pornography invades the mainstream, a glossy magazine treats sexual imagery with unashamed delight. Critique by Rick Poynor