In a 'Still Life' painting nothing moves but, wait! Was that a dragon?
The children's book 'Still Life' humorously disrupts the traditional still life genre with playful chaos and whimsical characters.
He Wrote a Story About Joy, Then Built a Tiny World to Match
The story highlights how a rescued dog and an abandoned school bus on a trail sparked inspiration for artist Loren Long.
How to plan and paint vibrant video game poster art: Duncan Fregredo shares his pro workflow
Game art successfully merges personal artist style with the unique essence of the game, highlighting the importance of both in the creative process.
"Daily Date" Series by Illustrator Jennet Liaw
Daily morning practices can foster creativity by shifting focus from perfection to exploration.
Myriam Wares: The Surrealist Illustrator Who Turns Ideas Into Visual Poetry | stupidDOPE
Myriam Wares creates intricate, surreal illustrations that blend diverse themes, captivating audiences with rich narratives and visual metaphors.
Jason Sturgill's playful doodles are a reminder to embrace imperfection
Jason Sturgill's journey from doubting his drawing abilities to becoming a successful illustrator illustrates the impact of embracing imperfections and personal challenges.
In a 'Still Life' painting nothing moves but, wait! Was that a dragon?
The children's book 'Still Life' humorously disrupts the traditional still life genre with playful chaos and whimsical characters.
He Wrote a Story About Joy, Then Built a Tiny World to Match
The story highlights how a rescued dog and an abandoned school bus on a trail sparked inspiration for artist Loren Long.
How to plan and paint vibrant video game poster art: Duncan Fregredo shares his pro workflow
Game art successfully merges personal artist style with the unique essence of the game, highlighting the importance of both in the creative process.
"Daily Date" Series by Illustrator Jennet Liaw
Daily morning practices can foster creativity by shifting focus from perfection to exploration.
Myriam Wares: The Surrealist Illustrator Who Turns Ideas Into Visual Poetry | stupidDOPE
Myriam Wares creates intricate, surreal illustrations that blend diverse themes, captivating audiences with rich narratives and visual metaphors.
Jason Sturgill's playful doodles are a reminder to embrace imperfection
Jason Sturgill's journey from doubting his drawing abilities to becoming a successful illustrator illustrates the impact of embracing imperfections and personal challenges.
federico babina's illustrations transform metropolitan cityscapes into colorful patchworks
Federico Babina's Cityscape creatively reimagines 13 metropolitan areas, blending diverse urban elements into intricate artistic representations.
Artist Spotlight: Evelyn Tan
Evelyn Tan's artwork intricately examines identity in womanhood, merging personal fragments and diverse materials to create unique narrative displays.
This Artist Is Illustrating Brooklyn, One Storefront At A Time
Joel Holland's "Brooklyn Storefronts" features over 200 illustrations celebrating the diversity of businesses in Brooklyn, encapsulating the borough's unique cultural essence.
Warmth and Mystery Emanate from Illustrations by Myriam Wares
Myriam Wares uses surrealism to blend themes of science, technology, and social issues through her rich illustrations.
Artist Spotlight: Andrew Tseng
Andrew Tseng combines absurd humor with grotesque, theatrical illustrations to explore themes of masculinity, human existence, and the strangeness of everyday life.
Illustrator Spotlight: Bijou Karman
Bijou Karman uses art to blend vintage styles with modern ideals, promoting an inclusive vision through her illustrations.
federico babina's illustrations transform metropolitan cityscapes into colorful patchworks
Federico Babina's Cityscape creatively reimagines 13 metropolitan areas, blending diverse urban elements into intricate artistic representations.
Artist Spotlight: Evelyn Tan
Evelyn Tan's artwork intricately examines identity in womanhood, merging personal fragments and diverse materials to create unique narrative displays.
This Artist Is Illustrating Brooklyn, One Storefront At A Time
Joel Holland's "Brooklyn Storefronts" features over 200 illustrations celebrating the diversity of businesses in Brooklyn, encapsulating the borough's unique cultural essence.
Warmth and Mystery Emanate from Illustrations by Myriam Wares
Myriam Wares uses surrealism to blend themes of science, technology, and social issues through her rich illustrations.
Artist Spotlight: Andrew Tseng
Andrew Tseng combines absurd humor with grotesque, theatrical illustrations to explore themes of masculinity, human existence, and the strangeness of everyday life.
Illustrator Spotlight: Bijou Karman
Bijou Karman uses art to blend vintage styles with modern ideals, promoting an inclusive vision through her illustrations.
Bráulio Amado's diverse portfolio showcases his graphic design and illustration work for various clients and artists.
"Every tiny, mundane experience is cosmic": Visual artist Ilka Gilvesy avoids the pristine
Ilka Gilvesy's work uniquely merges graphic design and illustration, embracing texture and personal expression by blending digital and analogue techniques.
Fakepaper's custom 'ClipArt' library for publisher Pli Office is ever-growing
Pli Office's branding emphasizes tactile materiality and playful illustration, steering away from cold corporate aesthetics to create a warm, dynamic identity.
For graphic designer and activist Jeremie Wostyn (aka Kylab), poster design is a spontaneous and intuitive space
Kylab combines traditional techniques with digital methods to create vibrant, expressive collages, rooted in personal and cultural influences.
Stunning Artworks and Character Design by Milica Martic
Milica Martic is a versatile artist with expertise in various fields such as 3D art, illustration, graphic design, fashion and costume design.
POV: Designers need to think more like ecologists
Graphic design and illustration are increasingly drawing inspiration from the natural world, but can sometimes be used for greenwashing.
Illustrator Spotlight: Braulio Amado
Bráulio Amado's diverse portfolio showcases his graphic design and illustration work for various clients and artists.
"Every tiny, mundane experience is cosmic": Visual artist Ilka Gilvesy avoids the pristine
Ilka Gilvesy's work uniquely merges graphic design and illustration, embracing texture and personal expression by blending digital and analogue techniques.
Fakepaper's custom 'ClipArt' library for publisher Pli Office is ever-growing
Pli Office's branding emphasizes tactile materiality and playful illustration, steering away from cold corporate aesthetics to create a warm, dynamic identity.
For graphic designer and activist Jeremie Wostyn (aka Kylab), poster design is a spontaneous and intuitive space
Kylab combines traditional techniques with digital methods to create vibrant, expressive collages, rooted in personal and cultural influences.
Stunning Artworks and Character Design by Milica Martic
Milica Martic is a versatile artist with expertise in various fields such as 3D art, illustration, graphic design, fashion and costume design.
POV: Designers need to think more like ecologists
Graphic design and illustration are increasingly drawing inspiration from the natural world, but can sometimes be used for greenwashing.
Kelly Belter on stamps, vintage matchbooks, and coins - the joys of illustration in the smallest of places
Kelly Belter's illustrations capture life's small details, transforming mundane moments into art through careful layering and playful experimentation.
Sebastian Foster Announces 20 Artists for Its Fall Print Set
Sebastian Foster's 2024 Fall Print Set launches featuring unique, limited edition artworks from global artists, celebrating 12 years of creativity since 2012.
Kelly Belter on stamps, vintage matchbooks, and coins - the joys of illustration in the smallest of places
Kelly Belter's illustrations capture life's small details, transforming mundane moments into art through careful layering and playful experimentation.
Sebastian Foster Announces 20 Artists for Its Fall Print Set
Sebastian Foster's 2024 Fall Print Set launches featuring unique, limited edition artworks from global artists, celebrating 12 years of creativity since 2012.
'The Dictionary Story' is a kids' book that defies definition
The Dictionary Story creatively explores chaos versus order through the adventures of anthropomorphized characters like an alligator and a donut.
Some babysitters are forever just ask 'Senora Mimi'
Meg Medina's new children's book, 'No More Senora Mimi', pays tribute to caregivers while drawing from her personal childhood experiences.
A little mouse sets sail on a big adventure in 'The Ship in the Window'
The Ship in the Window tells the story of Mabel the mouse's adventure with a model ship, exploring themes of adventure and attachment.
Teenage Maurice Sendak illustrated his teacher's 1947 pop-sci book
Maurice Sendak's first professional illustrations appeared in a science book, highlighting his early talent before becoming a renowned children's author.
Daily Cartoon: Wednesday, November 13th
Christopher Weyant uses humor and art to reflect and critique contemporary American culture.
'The Dictionary Story' is a kids' book that defies definition
The Dictionary Story creatively explores chaos versus order through the adventures of anthropomorphized characters like an alligator and a donut.
Some babysitters are forever just ask 'Senora Mimi'
Meg Medina's new children's book, 'No More Senora Mimi', pays tribute to caregivers while drawing from her personal childhood experiences.
A little mouse sets sail on a big adventure in 'The Ship in the Window'
The Ship in the Window tells the story of Mabel the mouse's adventure with a model ship, exploring themes of adventure and attachment.
Teenage Maurice Sendak illustrated his teacher's 1947 pop-sci book
Maurice Sendak's first professional illustrations appeared in a science book, highlighting his early talent before becoming a renowned children's author.
Daily Cartoon: Wednesday, November 13th
Christopher Weyant uses humor and art to reflect and critique contemporary American culture.
Bruce Degen, Who Drew The Magic School Bus,' Dies at 79
Bruce Degen, illustrator of The Magic School Bus series, passed away at 79, remembered for revolutionizing children's science education through engaging illustrations.
Demolition work begins for Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration
The Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration will become the world's largest arts space dedicated to illustration, opening in early 2026.
Yukai Du's October desktop design features a vibrant blend of nature and surrealism, reflecting her dynamic artistry and inviting viewers to explore limitless creativity.
How to push colours while painting in Photoshop
Richard Lay emphasizes the importance of vibrant colors and textures in Photoshop for creating immersive digital artwork.
The Superb Surreal Self Portraits by Liron Eini
Liron Eini's collaboration with Idan Barazani on Instagram produced iconic, vibrant photos.
Eini's digital art and illustration reflect personal stories and draw viewers into an alternate world.
Artist Spotlight: Jer Dee
Jer Dee's digital art is whimsical, with an East Asian influence, suitable for commercial projects.
Desktop Wallpaper: October 2024 With Yukai Du
Yukai Du's October desktop design features a vibrant blend of nature and surrealism, reflecting her dynamic artistry and inviting viewers to explore limitless creativity.
How to push colours while painting in Photoshop
Richard Lay emphasizes the importance of vibrant colors and textures in Photoshop for creating immersive digital artwork.
The Superb Surreal Self Portraits by Liron Eini
Liron Eini's collaboration with Idan Barazani on Instagram produced iconic, vibrant photos.
Eini's digital art and illustration reflect personal stories and draw viewers into an alternate world.
Artist Spotlight: Jer Dee
Jer Dee's digital art is whimsical, with an East Asian influence, suitable for commercial projects.
Duties Studio's organic identity for Neural Codex counteracts the "daunting and robotic" nature of AI
Neural Codex aims to bridge academia and beginner learners through a distinctive visual identity, embracing creativity and approachability in AI discussions.
I can't get enough of these striking Japanese posters for Hollywood movies
Japan excels in vibrant movie poster design for Hollywood films from the 60s, 70s, and 80s with retro pulp vibes.
Japanese movie posters combine photography, illustration, and bold typography to create unique and eye-catching visuals.
Duties Studio's organic identity for Neural Codex counteracts the "daunting and robotic" nature of AI
Neural Codex aims to bridge academia and beginner learners through a distinctive visual identity, embracing creativity and approachability in AI discussions.
I can't get enough of these striking Japanese posters for Hollywood movies
Japan excels in vibrant movie poster design for Hollywood films from the 60s, 70s, and 80s with retro pulp vibes.
Japanese movie posters combine photography, illustration, and bold typography to create unique and eye-catching visuals.
The Baldwin-Emerson Elders Project reimagines the possibilities of an oral history archive
The Elders Project design connects themes of identity, geography, and migration through thoughtful visual and auditory elements, enhancing user experience and storytelling.
This Extraordinary Exhibition Celebrates The Illustrations From Michael Rosen's Stories - Featuring Quentin Blake And Beyond
The Heath Robinson Museum is hosting the 'Michael Rosen: The Illustrators' exhibition, showcasing the author's stories and their illustrations until September 22.
The Baldwin-Emerson Elders Project reimagines the possibilities of an oral history archive
The Elders Project design connects themes of identity, geography, and migration through thoughtful visual and auditory elements, enhancing user experience and storytelling.
This Extraordinary Exhibition Celebrates The Illustrations From Michael Rosen's Stories - Featuring Quentin Blake And Beyond
The Heath Robinson Museum is hosting the 'Michael Rosen: The Illustrators' exhibition, showcasing the author's stories and their illustrations until September 22.
Firpal creates Indo-futurist speculative fiction through writing and illustration.
Pokemon TCG legend Mitsuhiro Arita on illustrating his first card for Magic: The Gathering
Mitsuhiro Arita's significant impact on trading card games, from Pokemon to Magic: The Gathering.
Zach Hackman's carefully composed works are like "mini comics" in their detail and storytelling
Zach Hackman's work blends intuition with organization, focusing on intricate details and balance in his illustrations.
ImagineFX Art Challenge 4 starts today!
Artists can participate in ImagineFX's monthly Art Challenge by creating a unique illustration based on the given theme, with a chance for their work to be featured in the magazine.
I'm not crying, you are! Anna-Laura Sullivan's adorable watercolour comics bring the joy
Watercolour comics by Anna-Laura Sullivan capture heartwarming, mundane moments using soft furry characters, emphasizing the joy of being present and connected with others.
Emil Ferris: We can't enter a future without our humanity'
Emil Ferris' graphic novel 'My Favorite Thing Is Monsters' challenges the traditional perception of monsters by portraying them as vulnerable and curious characters.
Kara Walker's Favorite Literary Villain Is Scarlett O'Hara
Audiobooks help artists engage in stories while working with their hands.
Beautiful Postcards Designed by Tito Corbella in the 1920s
Tito Corbella was an Italian painter known for postcard and poster design, focusing on illustration with elegant women and romantic couples.
Space Vacation's gorgeous prints celebrate fan-favorite movies
Samar Haddad's playful caricatures showcase exemplary cartooning skills and use distinctive styles for pop-culture posters.
Ana Juan's "Clickbait"
Pet owners use apps to keep animals entertained like parents do for kids.
Ana Juan's illustration symbolizes dependence on technology.
"It was an extremely complicated production": How we made Cannonball!
The story behind naming 'Taxi Studio' showcases agency positioning and values.
The book 'Elephant, Pelican, Mouse' highlights problem-solving and collaboration through characters.
Desktop Wallpaper: April 2024 With Clare Owen
Clare Owen, a Bristol-based illustrator, is featured in this month's Designer Desktop with a playful pattern inspired by iconic figures and her travels.
The pattern, available for download, showcases artful arrangements of shapes with organic textures created by marker ink flow.
How to design engaging book cover art
Redesign dust jackets periodically to stand out among new releases
Consider story essence and target audience during the design process.
paris 2024 reveals intricate posters celebrating olympic and paralympic games
Illustrator Ugo Gattoni created two vibrant posters for Paris 2024 Olympics, showcasing detailed layers of narratives.
The posters blend iconic landmarks with athletic energy, incorporating elements like the Olympic Rings and representing new sports added to the program.
The Paris 2024 Olympic posters are a feast for the eyes
The Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games posters are highly detailed and rich in symbolism, embodying a blend of old and new culture.
The illustrations created by French illustrator Ugo Gattoni are inspired by diptych design, signifying the unity of the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Animal Farm book cover has a creepy hidden detail
The simple book cover of Animal Farm is a timeless design masterpiece with hidden details.
Illustrator Karolis Strautniekas expertly transforms classic tale elements into visual storytelling features.