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In Osaka, the placard is an object of resistance and a rhetorical framework
Jan 16, 2026by Avani Tandon Vieira Jan 16, 2026
This exhibition at the National Museum of Art, Osaka searches for new forms of political articulation.
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Making writing forms and forms of writing intelligible with Graphic Languages
Aug 28, 2025by Mrinmayee Bhoot Aug 28, 2025
A compilation of writing systems and visual communication styles, edited by Oliver Häusle, explores the possibilities, resonances and unique qualities of the tools we use to write.
Logo Rhythm: hot lips, drop Ts and other marques that made rock music immortal
Aug 14, 2025by Jincy Iype Aug 14, 2025
In Circa Press’ Logo Rhythm, Jim K Davies and Jamie Ellul chart 90+ band logos, from Zeppelin’s sigils to Metallica’s bolts, unearthing the myths behind rock’s iconic symbols.
From Cartography to Code: Architectures of Power at the Venice Biennale 2025
Jul 19, 2025by Ayesha Adonais Jul 19, 2025
STIR speaks to Kate Crawford and Vladan Joler on their Silver Lion-winning 'large scale visual manifesto' traversing history, colonialism, militarisation and technology.
Behind TEMPLO's 'future-facing' rebrand for GF Smith that celebrates the joy of paper
Mar 14, 2025by Jincy Iype Mar 14, 2025
STIR deep dives into understanding the heritage paper company's recent visual rehaul with Ben Watkinson from GF Smith, and TEMPLO's Pali Palavathanan and Anoushka Rodda.
Behind the screens: Finn Ross on crafting immersive theatre through video design
Oct 04, 2024by Aarthi Mohan Oct 04, 2024
In an exclusive interview with STIR, Tony Award-winning designer Finn Ross shares how technology and narrative in video design are reshaping live entertainment.
Layered perspectives: How 'duality' shapes London Design Festival's graphic identity
Sep 12, 2024by Aarthi Mohan Sep 12, 2024
In conversation with STIR, Pentagram’s Domenic Lippa explores the intersection of contrasting themes and visual balance for this year’s edition of the London Design Festival.
Henry Steiner on his graphic design journey as seen in his M+ retrospective
Sep 06, 2024by Jerry Elengical Sep 06, 2024
The famed graphic designer reflects on his career and M+ exhibition, Henry Steiner: The Art of Graphic Communication, which highlights his impact on Hong Kong’s visual culture.
Paris 2024 brings a unified design identity to the Games’ sports equipment and facilities
Jul 22, 2024by STIRworld Jul 22, 2024
Explore how Paris 2024’s Look of the Games combines innovative design with iconic Parisian elements to create a striking visual identity spanning its venues, goods and values.
Paris 2024: Ugo Gattoni’s surreal posters for the Olympic and Paralympic Games
Jul 03, 2024by Aarthi Mohan Jul 03, 2024
Discover the intricate world of French artist Ugo Gattoni’s posters; a Diptyque illustrating the tapestry of Parisian life and the Olympic spirit.
Digital tapestries: the vibrant AI-powered rug-work of Orkhan Mammadov
Sep 27, 2022by Manu Sharma Sep 27, 2022
Azerbaijani digital artist Orkhan Mammadov discusses his massive digital tapestries that combine history, culture and cutting-edge technology.
The fantastical world of 'Maiden Voyage' by JeeYoung Lee nurtures viewers' memory
Sep 08, 2022by Dilpreet Bhullar Sep 08, 2022
For NOW Gallery's 2022 Art Commission, the Korean artist has created an immersive installation, Maiden Voyage, inspired by memories, dreams, emotions, and her personal experience.
Visual design for a world without borders
Aug 20, 2022by Bhawna Jaimini Aug 20, 2022
A conversation with art director and production designer Hashim Ali on his work on the viral hit Pasoori for Coke Studio Season 14.
Indian photographer Dayanita Singh wins the 2022 Hasselblad Award
Mar 14, 2022by STIRworld Mar 14, 2022
New Delhi-based Dayanita Singh receives the most prestigious 2022 Hasselblad Award, one of the world’s top photography prizes, for her outstanding image-based art practice.
‘Letterform Variations’ merges method and manner to make typography modular
Jan 03, 2022by Anmol Ahuja Jan 03, 2022
Accept & Proceed’s Nigel Cottier examines the vast possibilities of formulating letterforms through design and systemic programming in his latest book, Letterform Variations.
Accept & Proceed’s Nike basketball court is made of 20,000 upcycled sneakers
Nov 23, 2021by Anmol Ahuja Nov 23, 2021
Located in New Belgrade’s Block 70, Nike’s new neon-hued basketball court and playground designed by London-based Accept & Proceed merges sustainability and visual design.
San Francisco Design Week highlighted the role of power in creative disciplines
Aug 10, 2021by Zohra Khan Aug 10, 2021
The San Francisco Design Week 2021 themed around 'Power' brought together different virtual discourses conveying a common message: with great power comes great possibility.
Aniruddh Mehta X Julius Wiedemann: Cross Border Conversations
Jul 24, 2020by Zohra Khan Jul 24, 2020
STIR X LOCO Design present graphic designer Aniruddh Mehta in conversation with senior design editor Julius Wiedemann, on decoding the rules of randomisation in creativity.
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