The LookUP List: how to re-energise over summer

For some of us school holidays have begun, for others it’s still a week off. Whatever happens, wherever you’re going, most of us like to take some time during this period to recharge our batteries, and most importantly our creativity. This is the LookUP list to re-energise your summer and have you coming back to work like a rocket: 

1. Try this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Train-Your-Skateboard-Jack-Francis/dp/1837760063

Studies show that exercise helps our productivity and creativity, even more when you try something new. This beautiful book gives you everything you need to know to get started on a skateboard and find your flow. 

2. Book this: https://websummit.com/tracks/creatiff

Head to the conference where creatives are defining the future of design, held this year in Lisbon. With the CEO’s of YCombinator, OnlyFans, and Canva speaking, it’s a must visit. Or closer to home, the London Design Festival is just round the corner: https://www.sbid.org/event/london-design-festival-2023/

3. See the world through new eyes: https://www.vam.ac.uk/young

More specifically, through the eyes of your little people. The new young V&A has recently opened in Bethnal Green and features an imagination play room, storytelling stage and an interactive minecraft exhibition. Go play. 

4. Watch this: https://www.dezeen.com/2020/04/30/netflix-abstract-the-art-of-design-series-watch-free/

Featuring 8 top designers and creators across the world, this documentary is set to inspire even the most tired of creative minds. 

5. Read this: https://austinkleon.com/steal/

It’s the 10 year anniversary of this seminal book on creativity in a world where everything’s been done before. Who knows what this means in a world where AI is actually facilitating that stealing process?