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IllustrationZone Artists Selected for SI 65
IllustrationZone Artists Selected for Society of Illustrators Annual Exhibition Illustrators 65 The Directory of Illustration is proud to highlight two artists, represented by IllustrationZone, who were accepted into the Illustrators 65 of the Society of Illustrators Annual Exhibition. Congratulations to Matt Rota and Shane Cluskey for their series of illustrations that were selected! The Society of Illustrators Annual Exhibition features over 400 pieces of the most outstanding works created throughout each year. Open to artists worldwide, thousands of entries are considered by a jury of professionals, which include renowned illustrators, art directors and designers. Accepted works are [...]
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The special 10th anniversary edition cover for Daughter of Smoke…
The special 10th anniversary edition cover for Daughter of Smoke & Bone by Laini Taylor illustrated by Peter Strain.
Eye Of A Hammerhead Shark
This here sketch is of an eye of a hammerhead shark. It's part of a larger idea/piece that I have in mind.
Torchbearer as imagined by Arik Roper for the latest Burning…
Torchbearer as imagined by Arik Roper for the latest Burning Wheels cover.
Chris Labrooy’s latest for The Red Bulletin.
Chris Labrooy’s latest for The Red Bulletin.
August Activities
We have a full month of summer left! Even with our annual travel plans canceled and our favorite destinations shut down, the world is our oyster this month. Keep scrolling [...]
Digital direction, Rakes progress and other work
It is now well known that for illustrators to prosper in todays climate, they must commit to new technologies to produce their work. Any research into the current state of [...]
Hormone slot machine created by Barry Downard for Women’s…
Hormone slot machine created by Barry Downard for Women’s Health.
they come for you in the nighttime (2020) – gouache
they come for you in the nighttime (2020) - gouache
“The Best Color Theory Books for Foundational Knowledge”
Patti Mollica’s book, Color Theory: An essential guide to color-from basic principles to practical applications has been inlcuded in ARTnews “The Best Color Theory Books for Foundational Knowledge”. ARTnews describes [...]
Silverstone classic cards for Daily Telegraph by Katie Edwards.
Silverstone classic cards for Daily Telegraph by Katie Edwards.
Linda Harrison Sketch
I came across a pic of the actress Linda Harrison and thought it'd be fun to do as a black and white sketch.
Heads Above the Rest: Fausto Montanari, Balbusso Twins, Maya Shoemaker, Lisa Perrin, Barbara Kelley
Heads Above the Rest: Fausto Montanari, Balbusso Twins, Maya Shoemaker, Lisa Perrin, Barbara Kelley Back in February, www.directoryofillustration.com artists were invited to [...]
fellow Americans, take heed that if you are planning to mail in…
fellow Americans, take heed that if you are planning to mail in your ballot for this years election, make sure they are postmarked by OCTOBER 20th for a guilt free [...]
Illustration by Peter Horvath for Empire Magazine’s latest “Take…
Illustration by Peter Horvath for Empire Magazine’s latest “Take 20″ column.
Neighborhood Watch, Episode 3 – “Hell’s Kitchen”by Danielle…
Neighborhood Watch, Episode 3 - “Hell’s Kitchen”by Danielle Chenette
Personal project by Chris Bianchi.
Personal project by Chris Bianchi.
This week’s #ThrowbackThursday reminding you to get out and vote…
This week’s #ThrowbackThursday reminding you to get out and vote by artist Josh McKenna.
Jungle Mural Time Lapse
I had an awesome opportunity to paint a jungle/beach wall mural for a client this summer! It was so fun! Learn about the process in this video.
Ouija Board design by Kit Russell.
Ouija Board design by Kit Russell.
Jennifer Dionisio’s reimagining of The Gunfighter for The…
Jennifer Dionisio’s reimagining of The Gunfighter for The Criterion Collection.
The Trump Cognitive Test, Part Two
All the doctors weren't really surprised at this one at all.




















