Creativity

The punk series celebrating New York at its most twisted
Culture

The punk series celebrating New York at its most twisted

Inside Corpus TV — Launched last year by punk-rap mob Show Me The Body, Corpus TV is the eclectic new web show that’s become a one-stop shop for New York’s creative underground.

Written by: Tom Connick

Does nature free creativity? Find out in Canada's wilderness
Film

Does nature free creativity? Find out in Canada's wilderness

A digital detox in Algonquin Park — In this new short film, members of the Huck team tested the ‘Three-Day Effect’ with First Dates' Fred Sirieix.

Written by: D'Arcy Doran

Heartfelt advice from a renowned writer to a novice
Culture

Heartfelt advice from a renowned writer to a novice

'It's all shit until it isn't' — Award-winning author Colum McCann has made a book of tips to save writers time and suffering. Huck reached out to him for some personalised guidance.

Written by: Cian Traynor

How a creative reboot saved Jens Lekman's songwriting
Culture

How a creative reboot saved Jens Lekman's songwriting

A conquest over self-doubt — After a crisis of confidence, the Swedish pop musician – celebrated for dispensing nuggets of advice to fans – has learned some new life lessons of his own. Here Jens reveals the benefits of being a wedding singer and tackling your fears in a dark political climate.

Written by: Cian Traynor

The island escape for de-stressing your creativity
Outdoors

The island escape for de-stressing your creativity

Drop Everything — Mary Nally started a cultural biennial on a small Irish island, giving people a chance to unplug and reignite their creative spark.

Written by: Ella Guthrie

The NYC street photographer who captured the birth of Trump’s America
Photography

The NYC street photographer who captured the birth of Trump’s America

Welcome to Trumptown USA — Photographer Richard Sandler captured the chaos and creativity on the streets, before the Big Apple was hollowed out by greedy real estate speculators like Donald Trump.

Written by: Alex King

Dave Eggers’ advice for leading a life of creativity, on your own terms
Culture

Dave Eggers’ advice for leading a life of creativity, on your own terms

Heroes of Independence — To celebrate a decade of self-rule, we caught up with icons who personify the spirit of independence. In this instalment, Dave Eggers shares his experience as a writer and publisher who knows how to get shit done – without having to make soul-destroying compromises.

Written by: Cian Traynor

Nairobi’s bus drivers are hustling to get the most pimped out rides
Film

Nairobi’s bus drivers are hustling to get the most pimped out rides

Commuting just got swag — Matatuism: Stylising A Rebel explores the creative subculture of Nairobi busses, which compete to give passengers the most unforgettable ride.

Written by: Alex King

How Shepard Fairey survives as a subversive street artist
Culture

How Shepard Fairey survives as a subversive street artist

Heroes of Independence — To celebrate a decade of self-rule, we caught up with icons who personify the spirit of independence. Since first appearing in Huck back in 2006, the skate punk-turned-entrepreneur Shepard Fairey shot to fame for his Obama HOPE poster. Here he shares the key to balancing commerical pressures with DIY values.

Written by: Cian Traynor

Lessons on escapism from transformational artist Rolly Robinson
Film

Lessons on escapism from transformational artist Rolly Robinson

Radiate light every day — Makeup artist and master of transformation Rolly Robinson shares his inspiring outlook on life and upliftment in ‘More is More’, a beautiful short doc from director Alexis Boling.

Written by: Alex King

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