the Inspiration

Ever wondered what fills the world’s most creative minds?
Feed your inspiration with our regular columns.

18^th Jan

OnMyRadar:CharlesTodd

Scheme Engine director Charles Todd cites the ads the films and the people that have influenced him, as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

14^th Jan

KristynaArcher:AFewofMyFavouriteThings

13^th Jan

Playlist:LifeGarland

11^th Jan

On My Radar: Stephen Goalby

Stephen Goalby, Head of Design at Framestore London, reveals a love for 80s cinema and "bitesize, visual inspiration", and is quietly amazed at how much he relies on his computer.

4^th Jan

Groove Guild's Composer and Producer, Frans Mernick, is excited by the growing influence of TikTok, and recently rewatched some classic movies that everyone should see, as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

22^nd Dec

Peer Review: Jon Notar

Groove Guild composer Jon Notar tells us how The Shape Of Water shapes his tastes, how you should always make the most of the recording equipment you have, and that satisfaction comes from creating something new, every day.

21^st Dec

On My Radar: Spencer MacDonald

Spencer MacDonald, director at Avocados and Coconuts, says he's not a big fan of animation but thinks everyone should see this particular animated classic, highlights his love/hate relationship with social media, and reveals the piece of tech that has recently been "life changing".

15^th Dec

On Location... Warsaw

Gosia Zatorska Trojanowska, CEO & Managing Partner at Tango Production in Poland, takes us on a tour of Warsaw as she cites fantastic restaurants, amazing bars, and explains why the city is a bit like a Negroni.

14^th Dec

On My Radar: Jai Moseley

Stink director Jai Moseley is grateful to certain podcasts for teaching him about directing, admits that he spends a lot of time in the bath, and wishes the industry treated its audience as being smarter.

Around the world

On Location is a column that gives a boots-on-the-ground look at some amazing cities, brought to you by local production experts.

11^th Aug

OnLocation...Shanghai

MPC Shanghai Creative Director Barry Greaves gives us a tour of this incredible city, spanning the historic Bund to the Jing'an temple and its surrounds, offering something for everyone who visits.

30^th Jun

OnLocation...Barcelona

Barcelona is an expanse of delightful architecture, incredible food, and beautiful beaches, and we asked Jordi Molla, Production Ambassador for Twentyfour Seven to give us a guided tour of his city.

28^th Jul

OnLocation...Budapest

From Angel Films' production service mavens Zsofi Kende and Enikő Palchuber, comes a guided tour around Budapest, from rooftop bars to ancient amphitheaters, plus some recommended Hungarian street food.

9^th Jun

OnLocation...Athens

Maria Kopanou, Executive Producer, Green Olive Films, gives us the foodie's tour of Athens, shows off the beachfront locales, and recalls her fondest Akropolis memory.

2^nd Jun

OnLocation...Vilnius

Ema Čielytė, Production Manager at Magic Vilnius, guides us around the city; it's luxurious hotels and well-stocked whisky bars and its love of hot air balloons, and explains why the capital of Lithuania is the 'g-spot' of Europe.

9^th Dec

Playlist: Joe Connor

We chat with Rogue Films director Joe Connor about supporting new voices in the industry, a slew of fantastic videos and the highest official music video ever.

8^th Dec

Peer Review: Julie B. Nichols

The Squeak E. Clean Studios creative director cites Bowie as an ever-evolving influence and tells us how a trip through Second City opened up her career.