Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

Benjamin Phillips is the Moira Gemmill Illustrator of the Year 2024 The V&A Illustration Awards, now celebrating its 52nd year, continues to champion the finest in contemporary illustration. The V&A has announced Benjamin Phillips as the Moira Gemmill Illustrator of the Year 2024.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 2, 2024

For this Brooklyn artist, creating an illustration is about spending time with it, exploring it, and finding that moment when things fall into place. I like slowly exploring a theme and discovering something new in the process. Editorial illustrations for The New Yorker. I enjoy spending time with my work. Personal works.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock Putting together samples of your work for art directors, editors, and others might sound straightforward, but many illustrators find it anything but. We share some tips from the Creative Boom community on presenting your illustrations in the best possible light. Quality over quantity."

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Creative Boom

APRIL 14, 2025

Dutch illustrator Nastia Cistakova isn't interested in playing it safe, and that much is obvious from her work. Her impulse to explore, experiment, and connect led Nastia to study illustration at HKU in Utrecht. "By However, being an independent illustrator hasn't always been easy. "I

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Creative Boom

MARCH 3, 2024

We've got a selection of 10 amazing illustrators that are sure to inspire you. Looking to commission an illustrator or just seeking fresh visual inspiration for your own work? But it's easy to escape because there's a whole world of illustration out there. Caver Zhang Caver Zhang is a freelance illustrator based in Jinan, China.

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Creative Boom

MARCH 28, 2022

The work of London-based illustrator and animator Anna Broadhurst is instantly recognisable thanks to its distinctive colours and use of dynamic geometric shapes. The animation and illustration work of Yukai Du is also an important influence. "To She even admits that for as long as she can remember, she has always loved being creative.

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Creative Boom

MAY 22, 2024

Somerset-based illustrator, Charles Bailey channels the likes of Quentin Blake and Spike Milligan in his naive, expressive artwork, which explores complex themes. Studying illustration at Exeter changed all that. His illustrations still manage to be completely unique, representing a blend of Quentin Blake and Spike Milligan.

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Creative Boom

MAY 10, 2022

Rotterdam-based illustrator Melcher Oosterman has an expert eye for colour, which he uses to create intricate illustrations brimming with wit, character and tragedy. As I grew older, I got obsessed with drawing, and after seeing editorial illustrations in De Volkskrant (a big Dutch newspaper), it all made sense to me.

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Creative Boom

MAY 22, 2023

© Fangyu Ma Atlanta-based illustrator Fangyu Ma creates decorative and narrative illustrations that bring viewers joy thanks to their vibrant colours and unique animal imagery. I also use illustration to tell stories and express my perspectives, resulting in a diverse range of styles in my portfolio."

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Eastbourne-based illustrator Beth Tibbles specialises in creating colourful illustrations brimming with joy and humour. We caught up with her to learn more about her journey so far, how she looped back into illustration, and what it's like to go freelance. For Beth Tibbles, drawing has been a life-long passion.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023

Bertrand Aznar, represented by Illustration Division Whether you need representation or are looking to hire an artist or illustrator, these are the best places to head to in New York City. This is where illustration agents come into play. But how on Earth do you find a market for your work? David Doran, represented by B&A 2.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The world of Bath-based illustrator Katie Smith is populated with googly-eyed characters that evoke a comforting sense of nostalgia. Katie Smith is an illustrator whose style consists of unique and bold character designs. Retro patterns and colours also inspire a lot of my illustrations.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 7, 2024

Illustration challenges are a great way to reboot your creative brain because they offer structure, motivation and a sense of community to help you out when you can't get motivated by yourself. Official illustration challenges 1. Food illustration challenge Love food? And we've got ten ideas to help you do just that.

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Creative Boom

MAY 13, 2024

Buenos Aires-based illustrator Milagros Pico specialises in creating images that are bursting with vibrant colours. If the illustrations of Milagros Pico had a flavour, they'd definitely be bittersweet. My themes were very introspective, but eventually, I grew tired of that style," she says. "I

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Creative Boom

JULY 16, 2024

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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Creative Boom

JUNE 28, 2023

© Key Xin Vancouver-based illustrator Key Xin specialises in depicting people hurrying around in their busy worlds and imbues them with their own intricate backgrounds and stories. Moving from China to New York for her education also opened Key's eyes to the diverse possibilities of illustration.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Barcelona-based designer and illustrator Alex Foxley creates work infused with the radical spirit of the 1990s. However, during his second year, he decided to switch focus and dedicate himself to design and illustration. However, during his second year, he decided to switch focus and dedicate himself to design and illustration. "My

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Graphic Design Junction

JANUARY 5, 2025

Among the many uses of vector art, animal-themed designs stand out as a popular choice for logo creation, branding, and graphic projects. Perfect for logo design, visual identities, web graphics, and more, these illustrations combine beauty and functionality. Download available in Illustrator AI, EPS, and PNG format.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The worlds of illustration and variable fonts collide in a new project from creative duo Rob en Robin titled F. But what if the same could apply to illustrations? But what if the same could apply to illustrations? Through some research, we discovered that a font is not much different from an illustration.

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JUNE 2, 2024

Hala Mohamed is a distinguished graphic designer and digital illustrations artist from Egypt, whose work embodies the vibrancy and complexity of contemporary Egyptian culture. She pursued her studies in graphic design and illustration, honing her skills at prestigious institutions.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Image licensed via Adobe Stock With so much talent out there, how do you get noticed as a freelance illustrator? Illustration is a great way to make a living that can be both creatively fulfilling and well compensated. And that means not only being a skilled artist but also making your mark as an unmistakable, sought-after illustrator.

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Creative Boom

DECEMBER 13, 2023

So we spoke to the experts at JDO , and they've identified six visual themes to watch out for – all guided by recent cultural shifts. Because, like it or not, your designs have to exist in the real world and reflect the visual themes of the age. With that in mind, we wanted to know the big visual themes of 2024.

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Creative Boom

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Folkestone-based illustrator Ben Gore has paid fitting tribute to the late, great rapper MF Doom in his upcoming cookbook titled Doom's Bistro. Packed with 60 recipes inspired by the masked musician's discography, it includes dozens of fun illustrations. Ben's favourite of all the book's illustrations is the Gingerbread Doom drawing.

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Graphic Design Junction

APRIL 26, 2024

In the realm of contemporary digital illustrations art, one name shines brightly: Samji Illustrator. With a unique style characterized by vibrant colors, intricate details, and whimsical narratives, Samji has carved a niche for themselves in the world of illustration. You can catch Samji’s on Behance.

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Creative Boom

JULY 3, 2023

Brooklyn-based illustrator Eva Redamonti specialises in creating highly-intricate illustrations which communicate themes of mental health, science, nature and Futurism. Considering that mental health is a common theme in Eva Redamonti's illustrations, it makes sense that art was a kind of therapy for her growing up.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 1, 2025

To discover why, I spoke to Bryan Clark, head of graphic design at Falmouth University, and Jasmine Hortop and Max Bloom, who took online MAs in Illustration and Graphic Design respectively. Jasmine, meanwhile, had been working as an illustrator for around eight years, both in-house and freelance.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 22, 2024

New York-based illustrator Wenjia Tang has transported her captivating style to the land of fiction in her latest book, Mountain Temple. Wenjia Tang's beautiful illustrations are a familiar sight in nonfiction books, ad campaigns, and editorials. This doesn't mean the illustration process was without its challenges, though.

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Graphic Design Junction

MAY 1, 2024

While a grand gesture is always cherished, a heartfelt card, adorned with beautiful illustrations and brimming with your love, can be the most precious token. Download 3d Mother's Day Illustration Set Explore boundless creativity with our meticulously crafted 3D illustration, tailored for seamless integration into your designs.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

One of the world's most renowned illustrators has chosen some of his most iconic works for a 14-week exhibition at The Edge Theatre & Arts Centre in Chorlton. We asked him how he managed to decide which art to display from his collection of thousands of illustrations to choose from.

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Creative Boom

APRIL 19, 2022

Illustrator, designer and author Aura Lewis creates joyful, colourful worlds where the personal is political. Renowned for her feminist-themed illustrations, Aura's work takes traditionally 'girly' visual elements and turns them into empowering statements. When did you first know that you wanted to be an illustrator?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Amsterdam-based artist and commercial illustrator Asia Orlando specialises in creating vibrant, playful images that pull viewers in with intricate details. It's easy to get lost in the illustrations of Asia Orlando, but that's no bad thing. This led Asia to take a bold leap towards the world of illustration. "I

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Creative Boom

JULY 10, 2024

Leicester-based designer Jess Wojcicki is recharging her creativity by entering the world of children’s illustration. So, she moved back to the East Midlands to fulfil a long-held desire to create and publish an illustrated picture book. For Jess, the aim is wider than simply to establish herself as a children’s illustrator.

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Graphic Design Junction

MARCH 14, 2023

There are many WordPress themes available that are specifically designed for portfolios. When choosing a theme, be sure to select one that is responsive, easy to navigate, and features a clean design. No matter what style you prefer, there is a WordPress theme that will suit your needs.

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Creative Boom

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Illustrator Dwayne Huang specialises in depicting the small and authentic moments of human fragility. The illustrator loves to capture the most delicate and abstract of human emotions, but to do so, he relies on bombastic images of world-ending catastrophes. This fragility is a common theme in Dwayne's art.

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Creative Boom

JANUARY 8, 2024

The Wet Market © Huilin Gui New York-based illustrator Huilin Gui captures everyday moments from her childhood spent growing up in China in a beautifully nostalgic series of images titled Home. Her latest series of images, Home, ties these themes together as she looks back on her childhood raised by her grandparents in China.

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Though "small" compared to massive repositories, PDIA is still an absolute wonderland with over 10,000 images, spanning everything from medieval manuscripts and early colour photography to 16th-century illustrations of celestial phenomena and Victorian gym equipment. The unifying thread?

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Creative Boom

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Quebec-based illustrator and graphic designer Chad Grenier uses his beautiful illustrations as a means of connecting with other people and the world around him. When we had a course in illustration, I began to understand that drawing as a job is possible. I like to think of illustration similarly as I would about art."

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