the Inspiration

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

18^th Apr FASHION FOCUS

OnMyRadar:ChadSipkin

Consulate editor Chad Sipkin talks fashion films, FaderPorts and why 'short-lived assets' have brought confusion as well as creative freedom, as he reveals what's on his radar.

17^th Apr

MattHoffman:AFewOfMyFavouriteThings

11^th Apr FASHION FOCUS

OnMyRadar:FrançoisVogel

6^th Apr

Playlist: Helmi

We speak to Mirror Mirror's music video director Helmi about AI directing, sources of inspiration, and political propaganda.

5^th Apr

BLINKINK director Will Wightman tells us about the work and filmmakers that have inspired his career so far, how writing music helped him find his voice in filmmaking, and why it's important to embrace new technology.

4^th Apr

On My Radar: Julien Vallon

Julien Vallon, a director at Frenzy Paris, reveals the best way to discover new music, why old objects are more interesting, and why comic books are a 'complete art'.

3^rd Apr

Marta Bobić: A Few of My Favourite Things

CANADA London's MD takes us through the items that keep her creativity flowing, from mentorship mementoes to a mountain of mountains.

28^th Mar

On My Radar: Patrik Bergh

Tantrum director Patrik Bergh talks Twix, treatment writing and 12 Angry Men as he reveals what's on his creative radar.

27^th Mar

Dax Martinez-Vargas: A Few Of My Favourite Things

Reform School director and 'King of Mock Epics' Dax Martinez-Vargas offers us a glimpse into his world, his critters, and his treasure trove of whimsical inspiration.

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.

23^rd Mar

Playlist: Charlie Robins

We speak to Agile Films director Charlie Robins about his 360-degree spinning camera rig, The Duke Of Wellington, and the state of the promo industry.

21^st Mar

On My Radar: Kyra Bartley

Hamlet director Kyra Bartley on the films - both new and old - that have made an impact on her, the importance of having time, and why Twitter is her jam.