Opinion
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
Meanwhile, in the weird world of art
When musicians remake an old hit, it’s called a cover version. When a painter copies an illustrator it’s called fine art
Editorial Eye 37
The editors of a magazine featured in ‘Visual journalism’ (Eye no. 36 vol. 9), though…
The future is ours to see
BBH’s Barnardo’s campaign communicates with a force rarely seen in charity advertising. Critique by Rick Poynor
Why bother? Ask the Dutch
When issues of quality, responsibility and professionalism are debated, the emerging graphic design organisations of Ireland should look to the example of the Dutch BNO
Empire of spin
An ‘official’ website tries to get to grips with contemporary culture. Critique by Rick Poynor
Editorial Eye 35
Whenever there is a burning issue, be it the end of illustration or the ethics of…
Invasion of the issue-snatchers
A disturbing 'campaign' by a clothing manufacturer blurs the line between editorial and advertising. Critique by Rick Poynor