IGNANT’s Most Inspiring Stories Of 2020

This year’s round-up includes stories that explore the determination that helped the creative industries persevere. Forced to adapt to a new reality of social distancing and home office, designers have been reinventing themselves like never before, improvising and expressing their creativity with rapid-fire solutions. For photographers, nature has been an avenue of escape, providing them with a moment of calm. Their work has reminded us of the importance of preserving and spending time in our surroundings—some made us travel to places far beyond, others made us reflect on the simplicity nearby. And with anti-racism work being more critical than ever, our 2020 list also includes stories that have sparked meaningful discussions around race, personal identity, and social politics; with intimate life portraits that highlight the need to take a step back to listen and learn, while inspiring reverence. In no particular order: