Here is our round up of the news stories and industry articles that caught our eye during September 2025.
Why accepting everything you know is wrong
Have you ever had such strong feelings about anything that you were willing to die for it? Using the word “literally” to signify “very” has always been a problem for me as a writer. Armed with a well-worn style guide and righteous indignation, I was furious about this alleged grammatical transgression for decades.
However, I’ve lately learnt that the word isn’t solely used in this way by illiterate sports pundits and slovenly youngsters. Shakespeare, William. Dickens, Charles. Jane Austen did. To be honest, I didn’t think this was true until I really witnessed it.Find out more in Creative Boom.
This horror movie poster is pure perfection
Summarising a movie in a single poster is difficult enough, but horror films present an additional difficulty: including a hint of spookiness. With its clever use of negative space, the new poster for The Conjuring: Last Rites is a masterful example of how it’s done.
Find out more in Creative Bloq.
Coca-Cola marks 125 years in Britain
Coca-Cola is commemorating its 125th anniversary in Great Britain with a campaign that highlights corner store owners, who are undoubtedly some of the most underappreciated cultural leaders in the nation and who keep communities running smoothly.
The campaign, titled The Bosses, combines six short documentaries helmed by Earthling Films’ Ross Bolidai with a series of images by photographer Serena Brown. Together, they weave together the tales of six independent retailers from all throughout Britain, fusing moments of joy, tragedy, resiliency, and legacy with everyday familiarity.
Find out more in Creative Boom.
£380m funding package announced in Creative Industries
A long-term Creative Industries Sector Plan has unveiled a package of £380 million in targeted support to make sure the UK’s creative industries are globally competitive, financially resilient, and generate regional growth.
According to the 10-year Sector Plan, business investment in creative organisations is expected to rise from £17 billion to £31 billion by 2035. Additionally, the BBB has committed to expanding its support services to assist creative enterprises in expanding and creating jobs.
Find out more in the Creative Industries Council.
Sara Maese is creating an entire universe out of simple forms
Let’s pause to appreciate some illustrations created by Sara Maese, a Spanish artist. Her photographs transport us to a simpler world with their lightheartedness and flawlessly calibrated pastel palettes. One or two fat lines define light and shadow, seemingly innocent blobs of colour suddenly become people, and Sara’s animation skills bring amusing scenarios to life. This is her creative universe.
Find out more in Creative Boom.
Celebrating the craft-first approach of Mario
Mario has survived for more than 40 years, despite having a storyline that may initially seem straightforward and cliched. We explore how Nintendo’s commitment to experience and design has maintained the franchise’s appeal and excitement for many generations, making it a favourite among creatives worldwide.
Find out more in It’s Nice That.
50 fonts that will be popular with designers in 2026
Isn’t it amazing how typography is always changing? Because, let’s be clear, foundries all around the world are constantly pushing the limits of the field. And that includes revitalising classic typefaces as well as creating entirely new ones.
With so many amazing font releases available, it’s easy for some to go unnoticed. That’s the only issue. To find out which fonts the Creative Boom community is talking about for 2026, we went out to them for precisely this reason. The wisdom of crowds, etc.
Find out more in Creative Boom.
World Illustration Awards 2025 winners unveiled
The Association of Illustrators (AOI), in partnership with the Directory of Illustration, has announced the winners of the World Illustration Awards 2025. The global showcase, now in its 50th year, continues to spotlight outstanding talent from every corner of the industry.
Selected from more than 4,700 entries across 85 countries, the 20 Category Winners, four Cross-Category winners and two Overall Winners were revealed during an online ceremony on 16 September. Projects ranged from editorial commissions to site-specific installations, underlining the award’s role as one of the most wide-ranging celebrations of illustration in the world.
Find out more in Creative Boom.
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