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From fine art to Photoshop: Sam Gilbey's illustrious career so far

Creative Boom

Come with us on a deep dive into the last twenty years of Sam Gilbey's freelance illustration practice. We'll find out what inspired him, how he got through difficult periods, and what advice he'd give to up-and-coming illustrators. And he has no plans to slow down anytime soon. He adds: "I adored the drama and excitement it conveyed."

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Creative minds unite: All Flows Festival returns to Milton Keynes with star-studded lineup

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Returning to Milton Keynes this May, All Flows has curated a proper treat for anyone with even a passing interest in graphic design, typography, illustration and creative innovation in general. The festival takes place at MK Gallery, an architectural gem that presents significant exhibitions alongside extensive public programmes.

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Green Man brings the visual arts out of the gallery and into the festival field

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Photo: Anna Arca Unique to UK festivals, Green Man not only exhibits artwork out in the wild, but commissions original pieces from working artists. Art galleries are fantastic places to get creative inspiration, and most of us probably don't take advantage of them enough. Kathryn Ashill. Check out what they created this year.

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Oliver Perry's charming illustrations recreate the magic of vintage New Yorker cartoons

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© Oliver Perry New York-based illustrator Oliver Perry brings the retro charm of vintage magazine cartoons into the modern day with his artwork documenting the weird and wonderful residents of the city he calls home. I sincerely appreciate the perfectly imperfect nature of authentic hand-drawn illustrations."

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Reality serves as a bridge to the surreal for illustrator Wenjing Yang

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Energetic shades of pink, green and blue are blended and carved into forms that begin rooted in daily life but quickly lead to strange realms of dreamlike surrealism as envisaged by the talented young illustrator Wenjing Yang. It's the colour that hits you first when Wenjing Yang 's portfolio is laid out before you.

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Esther Tang's gloriously textural illustrations help her connect to the world emotionally

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New York City-based illustrator Esther Tang communicates her emotions and connects to the world through her delightfully nuanced and universally resonant work. Connection and communication are at the heart of Esther Tang's illustrations. And this is without mentioning the dozens of group exhibitions she's been part of.

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Chiara Xie's tech-focused illustrations redefine what a fulfilling life looks like

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London-based illustrator Chiara Xie reflects on the effect of technology in her cyberpunk artwork. Chiara has always had a passion for art, even though her academic background initially led her to study finance with a minor in Visual Arts at Boston University. Among them, editorial illustration resonated with me the most.