It’s Nice That #5

The fifth issue launch of London's magazine for contemporary creative types

If there’s anything that will put conversations about the future of print to rest, publications like It’s Nice That put a colorful damper on naysayers with their sharply designed, ad-free production, now on its 5th issue. Founded by graphic designer Will Hudson, his project includes a London-based website, design consultancy and the magazine—all on the pulse of the future of visual communication and creativity as …

Press Here

The "Prince of Preschool's" new book makes magic with little more than dots

Parisian art director and illustrator Hervé Tullet‘s childrens book “Press Here” uses a charmingly simple concept to keep children coming back for more while building their cognitive skills. Using just yellow, red and blue dots, Tullet encourages interaction with the book by tasking little ones with pressing or blowing on the dots, shaking the book, clapping their hands and more. Clever instructions stimulate wee minds, …

Mahala Magazine

South Africa's subversive new publication takes on the country's contemporary creative culture

Founded to “really assault the dominant narratives in our own unique way,” the South African magazine Mahala goes against the typically glossy grain with an “un-designed” style that allows its similarly raw content to shine. The publication launched in August 2010 and, now on its second issue, supplements a daily website—both the brainchild of Andy Davis. Stories like “Surfing is Wanking,” “Racist Dogs” and “The …