It's no secret that we love magazines. In today's fast paced, digital world there is still plenty of room for gorgeous print publications to grace our coffee tables. We love to discover new contemporary artists, learn about other cultures or simply see what other creatives are up to. Many of these publications are independent magazines with amazing, inspiring founders. Check out these beauties and don't forget to subscribe to keep print alive and well.

1. UPPERCASE

UPPERCASE is a small, independent publisher of books and magazines for the creative and curious: products that spark the imagination and inspire creativity. Founded in 2009 by Janine Vangool, UPPERCASE is loved by readers around the world and has been recognized for its design excellence.

2. Flow

"The best things happen when you dare to follow your heart. And that’s exactly what we did when we hatched this idea for a new Dutch magazine in an attic room several years ago. We dreamed of a magazine with which we could explore our love of paper. A magazine of unhurried time, all about doing things differently and making new choices. Small happiness, daily life and the beauty of not always managing to be perfect. That is how Flow began. Flow is all about positive psychology, mindfulness, creativity and the beauty of imperfection. We love illustrations and in each issue there is a gift made of our much-loved paper. We print the magazine itself on different types of paper." Explore Flow

3. Elephant

Elephant Magazine is a quarterly on contemporary art and visual culture that features fresh faces and original voices, uncovering new trends and talent.

4. Makers Movement

Maker's Magazine is a bi-annual print publication that celebrates creativity, craft & storytelling. Each issue unpacks a different theme, inspiring our contributors to wander the depth of their creative practice. Maker's Movement has become a platform not only for showcasing an amazing collection of visual work, but for building meaningful dialogue around the human experience.

5. Printed Pages by It's Nice That

It’s Nice That believes passionately that creative inspiration is for everyone and by championing the most exciting and engaging work online, in print and through our events programme, we want to open up this world to the widest possible audience.

Founded in 2007, It’s Nice That has grown across many platforms and reaches over a million people each month. These include the website which is updated daily, a bi-annual magazine Printed Pages, a summer symposium Here and the monthly Nicer Tuesdays talks series.