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Creativity
In conversation with talented British-Canadian Illustrator and Motion Artist, Katie Coward
Since she was three years old, Katie Coward has enjoyed creating surreal, collage-like images that are packed with colours and diverse inspirations. By drawing creativity from stories and real-life experiences, she turns her discoveries into captivating artwork.
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From History Class to Graffiti: Guille Manchado's Journey to Illustration
An illustrator hailing from the outskirts of Barcelona, Guille Manchado, has carved a niche in the editorial sector. Guille's artistic journey includes significant involvement with La Diputació de Barcelona's Transitar project, a social initiative designed to help people navigate a changing world.
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Interview with Creative Storyteller, Carys Price
Known for her vibrant illustrations, Carys Price revels in creating dynamic, lively and imaginative artworks. With a passion for storytelling, she finds inspiration in the works of modern illustrators, literature and her boundless creativity.
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In conversation with culture-illuminating illustrator, Linh Nguyen-Glen
Linh Nguyen-Glen, a full-time illustrator, mixes her love of art with her desire to make a positive impact on the world through her illustrations of both traditional folktales and contemporary stories. Drawing inspiration from a rich tapestry of global cultures, she skilfully crafts illustrations that not only captivate and enrich viewers but also resonate with real-world significance.
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In conversation with Frieda Ruh, an illustrator with a passion for colour and lettering
Frieda Ruh is a Berlin-based illustrator who loves all things letter-related. Whether it is food packaging, web banners, brochures, or websites, she uses ornate lettering and vibrant colour combinations to truly bring her projects to life.
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Introducing Jiating Yang, a creator of joy
Jiating Yang is an artist, designer, animator and illustrator based in Brighton. She creates playful multidisciplinary art that is inspired by everyday life. Using a variety of materials, she creates vibrant fantasy worlds that brighten up the world around us.
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From Architecture to Illustration: Barbora Keherová’s Creative Shift in Storytelling and Style
An illustrator with a background in architecture, Barbora Keherová brings structure, emotion and storytelling together through her colourful, playful style. Based in Vienna, she draws inspiration from the people around her, shifting moods, and the built environment—infusing each illustration with meaning beyond the surface.
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Introducing Laura Wood, a colour-loving and globe-trotting illustrator
Illustrator Laura Wood is an Italian-born artist whose vibrant digital creations are bursting with joy and energy. Laura's love of exploration drives her illustrations, which are filled with textures, playful brushstrokes, and vibrant colours.
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In conversation with socially inspired illustrator Yvonne Redín
Yvonne Redín, a freelance illustrator based in Madrid, boasts an eclectic portfolio of clients including UN Women and the World Health Organisation. Yvonne's creative spark ignites from the lives of real people and everyday experiences, making her work a reflection of the world around us. Her beautiful illustrations not only showcase the beauty of individuality but also shine a spotlight on important social matters.
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In conversation with award-winning illustrator, designer and animator Tom Jennings
London-based illustrator Tom Jennings draws creative fuel from urban walks, picturesque views, harmonious melodies, and delightful chance encounters. With an extensive background in artistic expression, he has skilfully contributed his talents to a diverse range of projects.
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From Everyday Moments to Meaningful Lines: Sophie Parsons’ Journey to Illustration
An illustrator based in London, Sophie Parsons creates character-led work that captures quiet moments and everyday emotions with warmth and wit. Her illustrations often explore themes of modern life, reflecting on how we search for joy, meaning, and connection in a fast-paced world. With clients including Harper Collins, Refinery29 and UCL, Sophie’s thoughtful visual storytelling has found its place across publishing, editorial and exhibition spaces.
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Capturing Life's Vibrancy: In conversation with Illustrator Louise Coutinho
Hailing from Brazil, London-based illustrator Louise Coutinho delights in breathing life into ordinary stories and everyday spaces - our homes, communities, and urban landscapes. Full of vibrant colours and playful compositions, her illustrations celebrate human interactions and are full of joy.
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Laurel Molly Parfitt’s Journey Through Illustration and Community
An illustrator and animator based in Bristol, Laurel Molly Parfitt creates work that celebrates everyday life with warmth, curiosity, and a focus on human connection. Her illustrations use loose lines and soft colours to explore culture, community, and women’s experiences—ranging from health and sex to identity and belonging. Laurel brings a gentle, thoughtful lens to the world around her.
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Dom McKenzie’s Journey Through Editorial Illustration
Dom McKenzie studied Illustration at the Cambridge School of Art and has developed a distinctive editorial style since graduating. His clients include major publications and organisations such as The Guardian, The New York Times, WIRED, The Big Issue, and Cancer Research UK. His work has been widely recognised, including being named YCN Student of the Year and receiving a Highly Commended award in the Macmillan Prize for Children’s Book Illustration, as well as being exhibited internationally.
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Interview with music-loving illustrator, Paulo Buchinho
With a highly personal and easily recognisable style, Paulo Buchinho specialises in vector illustration for editorial, branding, social media, and websites.
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From Passion to Profession: Giacomo Agnello Modica's Artistic Journey of Continuous Growth
Meet Giacomo, a Milan-based illustrator and graphic designer who brings creativity to life through captivating portraits, enchanting picture books, striking letterings, and eye-catching advertisements.
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From Forest Trails to Editorial Tales: Grace Russell’s Journey to Illustration
An illustrator and animator based just outside London, Grace Russell brings rich atmosphere and emotional depth to her work, often using animation in unexpected and imaginative ways. Her award-winning practice spans editorial, publishing and science communication, with clients ranging from the BBC and Penguin to The Lancet and the Financial Times. Grace’s creative journey has also taken her across North America, where she led art workshops and found inspiration in the wilderness.
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Kerry Hyndman’s Layered World of Maps, Storytelling and Award-Winning Illustration
An illustrator and map-maker based on Scotland’s west coast, Kerry Hyndman creates rich, textured artwork for editorial, publishing, and commercial clients. Her work spans everything from children’s books to award-winning book covers, including a V&A Illustration Award for her cover of The Rich House by Stella Gibbons. With a background in teaching and storytelling, Kerry brings a strong sense of place and atmosphere to each project—always grounded in a distinctive, layered style.
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In conversation with award-winning illustrator and designer, Naomi Ann Clarke
An illustrator and designer based in Bristol, Naomi Ann Clarke loves to get lost in the art of drawing. Through wonky lines, she creates vibrant and engaging works that inspire happiness and bring to life everyday treasures.
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From Project Manager to Illustrator: In conversation with Rachael Presky
Rachael Presky captures a diverse range of faces with her vibrant and kinetic illustration style. Her mission statement is to give everyone a voice, representing the underrepresented.
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The Art of Storytelling: Discussing Illustration and Animation with Maisy Summer
Maisy Summer delights in the details and enjoys bringing diverse stories to life for a wide range of clients - spanning from Google Arts and Culture to the Whitworth Art Gallery. Drawing inspiration from concealed narratives, community, history and cultural details, she uses a playful, bold and textural creative style to create joyful, vibrant projects across multiple mediums.
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Vibrant Visions: In Conversation With Kyle Smart
Drawing inspiration from comic books of the 1970s and the enchanting animation style of Studio Ghibli, Kyle Smart's vibrant, bold and bright portfolio teams with energy. Hailing from the UK, he works as a freelance Illustrator, Animator, and occasionally as a Director, finding great joy in breathing life into conceptual ideas.
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From Psychedelia to Pop Art: Rick Hyde’s Vibrant Path to Illustration
An illustrator, animator, and designer based in Manchester, Rick Hyde channels his love of 1960s psychedelia, pop culture, and music into bold, character-driven work. His playful style–bursting with bright colours, bubble lettering and nostalgic flair–draws from comic books, cartoons, and contemporary illustration alike. Rick’s ongoing creative journey is fuelled by a constant search for the right frequency to spark his next idea.
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Eliot Wyatt’s Bold and Playful Journey into Illustration
Eliot Wyatt is a freelance illustrator based in Bristol whose bold, energetic style brings a sense of fun to everything from editorial features to global brand campaigns. Eliot's work combines punchy compositions with playful storytelling. His career began with a simple passion for drawing, and has grown into a full-time creative practice collaborating with the likes of Apple, AirBnb, and The Guardian.
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Introducing Abigail Burch, illustrator of everyday wonders
Meet Abigail Burch, a London-based illustrator who creates playful, joyful, and life-affirming illustrations. As she skillfully transforms everyday objects into fun and refreshing images, Abigail's illustrations are full of humour and delight.
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In conversation with 3D maestro, Martin Kamminga
Having fallen in love with 3D design at an early age, Martin Kamminga quickly became a master of CGI, specialising in visual effects for film and television, product rendering, illustration, and other types of digital content. His artwork is both varied and impressive, drawing inspiration from everything from nature to music.
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In conversation with visual storyteller, Wanqing Wu
Wanqing Wu, a freelance illustrator hailing from London, finds her creative spark in the wonders of daily existence and the beauty of natural wildlife. Infused with vibrant colours, her illustrations are packed with humour while skilfully breathing life into everyday stories.
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In Conversation with Alternative Aesthetics AKA, Colin Kersley
Hailing from Cardiff, Colin Kersley flourishes in the world of illustration, showcasing a remarkable career. With an innate creativity and a penchant for the eccentric, Kersley surrounds himself with art in all forms, honing a playful and expressive artistic style that has garnered attention from clients worldwide.
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From Doodles to Designs: In conversation with Artist and Illustrator, Tirth Katrodia
Tirth Katrodia, an artist and illustrator living in London, believes that creativity is a way of life. Drawing influence from music and culture, they use creativity as a means of communication and connection.
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From Tech to Illustration: Justyna Dymowska’s Bold Approach to Digital Storytelling
Justyna Dymowska is an illustrator and UI designer based in Poland, known for her bold, flat digital style and distinctive “soft bold” colour palettes. Drawing on her background in the tech corporate world, she creates character-driven illustrations that feel both expressive and highly suited to modern digital products and branding. Her work explores everyday life, relationships, and the female experience that resonate with contemporary audiences.
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From Finances to Frames: In conversation with Photographer, Nathaniel James
Photographer Nathaniel James found his calling in the creative realm after facing redundancy in the financial sector. Today, he delights in telling stories, evoking emotions, sparking conversations, capturing the unexpected and producing art that speaks to people from all walks of life.
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Introducing Alexander Jackson, a multidimensional all-rounder
Based in the UK, Alexander Jackson initially trained in fine art, before studying illustration and honing his signature graphic style. Alexander has illustrated short stories, book covers, portraits, and murals in addition to being an avid musician. Character captivates him, and he strives to capture this in everything he does.
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In Conversation with Creative Explorer, Rodrigo Bravo
Rodrigo Bravo, a talented Illustrator and Motion Design Specialist, originates from Chile. His passion for art began with his sketchbook, where he discovered inspiration from a diverse range of sources, including anime, comics, nature and literature. Through this eclectic blend of influences, he has cultivated a unique and versatile creative style.
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In conversation with Connie Noble, a spirited illustrator based in Brighton
With a dynamic illustrative style, Brighton-based animator Connie Noble creates playful, contemporary artworks that celebrate everyday wonders and bring a wide range of stories to life.