the Inspiration

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

22^nd Nov

OnMyRadar:MarkandSpencer

Curfew directing duo Mark Smith [right] and Spencer Dennis [left] talk cameras, crosswords and a career-inspiring DVD series, as they reveal what's on their creative radar.

17^th Nov

OnMyRadar:CharlotteWoodhead

14^th Nov

Zia Mandviwalla: A Few Of My Favourite Things

In her own words, FINCH's Zia Mandviwalla explains how a lifetime of people-watching has led her to a workplace full of memories, diaries and a little bit of everything.

8^th Nov

On My Radar: John Dinneen

Ogilvy UK creative John Dinneen on the movies, music and culture that's showing up on his creative radar.

3^rd Nov

Playlist: Greg Gibson

We spoke with Grizzly Chief Creative Officer and Partner Greg Gibson about innovation within the promo industry, playing sold out shows and nerding out on Spike Jonze videos.

1^st Nov

On My Radar: Thom Kerr

UnderWonder director Thom Kerr explains his fascination with vintage cameras and his early obsession with music videos, as he reveals what's on his radar.

31^st Oct

Sam Ciaramitaro: A Few Of My Favourite Things

The Rodeo Show director talks us through the memorabilia, mementoes and motivational tomes that keep his creativity fresh.

25^th Oct

On My Radar: Sasha Rainbow

Academy director Sasha Rainbow talks new tech and old films as she reveals what's on her creative radar.

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

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.

20^th Oct

Playlist: Arianna Tomasettig

We spoke with Final Cut editor Arianna Tomasettig about her top 10 music videos, how the promo industry is changing, and selling her musical instruments to fly to America.

11^th Oct