Create great.

VISUELLE and OPX Studio
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Create great.

Welcome to ‘Create Great’. This podcast series features conversations with creative people from different backgrounds, from different disciplines and different schools of thought. This podcast is hosted by David Bennett, Creative Director at OPX Studio and Curator of Visuelle. The best creatives will always strive to create something great, and we delve into how they go about this, what it means to them, their clients and what it means for our wider society too. This is a chance to explore what drives these talented individuals (and their studios) to create great.

  1. Episode 14 — Mark Bloom CoType

    30 OCT

    Episode 14 — Mark Bloom CoType

    In this, the 14th episode of Create Great, I catch up with Mark Bloom, founder of CoType Foundry and Mash Creative. We talk about his journey into design, setting up CoType Foundry as well as his prized 1971 Mini, rave flyers and more.

    47 min
  2. EP13 — James Kape

    28 JUL

    EP13 — James Kape

    In this episode, I got to talk to James Kape founder and co-creative director at https://www.omse.co – A creative studio combining strategy and design to craft simple, striking brands. We spoke about his design journey the different decisions made along with the ups and downs of owning and running a studio. I'd like to thank James for his honest and open conversation, so great insights and stories were shared.

    41 min
  3. EP12 — Mike Abbink

    26 JUN

    EP12 — Mike Abbink

    This edition of Create Great features the wonderful Mike Abbink, In August 2020, Mike joined IBM Software as Executive Creative Director and focused on the ⁠Carbon Design System⁠ which we talked about and also looked back at his design journey and the studios he's worked in and helped set up a truly inspirational conversation. I had a great time talking to Mike and I hope you enjoy the conversation and insights.

    56 min
  4. EP11 VUCKO

    14 MAR

    EP11 VUCKO

    I caught up with Andrew Vucko founder and CD of motion studio VUCKO, a global studio that builds transformative motion identities, systems, and applications for leading brands. We spoke about his design journey and some of the recent brand-led motion projects and processes. I'd like to thank Andrew for the great conversation – really enjoyed this one.

    36 min
  5. EP10 North

    01/12/2023

    EP10 North

    So it's been a while since my last podcast, but time flies when you're having fun. This podcast was on the cards for a while but I was so pleased to be able to head to North to record the conversation in person. A massive thank you to Sean, Stephen & Jeremy for this episode, we cover the start of North some projects that I still hold up as a massive influence on me, (RAC Identity Programme) and talked about the last project I featured here Factory International a collaboration between North and Peter Saville

    44 min
  6. EP09 DixonBaxi

    18/05/2023

    EP09 DixonBaxi

    Today’s podcast guests are the creative duo of Simon Dixon & Aprova Baxi and otherwise known as DixonBaxi. A global brand agency, the team at DixonBaxi use creativity to design a better future for brands that seek to challenge convention. This includes the likes of Hulu, AT&T, ViacomCBS, British Land, V&A, IMAX, Channel 4, Netflix and AC Milan. DixonBaxi believe In a world that’s moving faster than ever before, the stakes for brands have never been higher.

    56 min
  7. EP08 Giles Duley

    01/03/2023

    EP08 Giles Duley

    Today’s podcast guest is Giles Duley – CEO of the Legacy of War Foundation and an activist for the rights of those living with disability. Giles is a portrait and documentary photographer, writer, and presenter. Duley also cooks, and writes about food and food politics, under the name The One Armed Chef. The first time I got to know Giles, was when he kindly came into the studio to talk about his humanitarian work. It was a very powerful and challenging experience that will stay with me forever. Storytelling and compassion is key to his work, and it’s reflected in everything he creates.

    58 min
  8. EP07 Thomas Kurppa

    01/02/2023

    EP07 Thomas Kurppa

    Welcome to the first episode of 2023! Today’s podcast guest is Thomas Kurppa, Chief Creative Officer & Co-founder of the superb Kurppa Hosk. Kurppa Hosk is a brand agency with 80+ employees and offices in Stockholm and New York. We solve complex business problems by combining the sharpest strategic minds with the best designers in the industry. They collaborate with brave organisations – from early stage startups, to some of the world's most admired companies. The first time I got to know Kurppa Hosk was probably 10 years ago, I remember even to this day how great the work was. Whether it's branding work or typography there’s always the perfect balance between serious and fun.

    47 min
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Welcome to ‘Create Great’. This podcast series features conversations with creative people from different backgrounds, from different disciplines and different schools of thought. This podcast is hosted by David Bennett, Creative Director at OPX Studio and Curator of Visuelle. The best creatives will always strive to create something great, and we delve into how they go about this, what it means to them, their clients and what it means for our wider society too. This is a chance to explore what drives these talented individuals (and their studios) to create great.

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  • Creator
    VISUELLE and OPX Studio
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    14
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