Illustrated thinking: Why brands are turning back to drawing

From murals to motion, illustration is starting to reassert itself in advertising, but when do agencies and brands choose to commission it, and when do they shy away? We asked creatives, art buyers, agents and illustrators to weigh in. Not long ago, illustrated...

Artist Spotlight: Mila Useche

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The best new typefaces for September 2025

Foundry Æterna by The Foundry Types Looking for type inspiration this autumn? Then check out our curated selection of the month’s most compelling new releases. Autumn is a time of renewal, and it’s natural for designers to start looking further afield for...

10 Exhibitions to See in Chicago This Fall

As fall approaches Chicago and the temperatures tick upward one last time before the inevitable cold slump, the city enters into a rallying cry. Chicago Exhibition Weekend returns today, with 50 participants hosting concurrent programming across the city through this...