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Work Showcase: Utöka
WORK SHOWCASE: Utöka This week, the Directory of Illustration highlights work from Utöka, represented by António Adrião Artist Representative (AAARep). THE WORK Illustrator: Utöka Project: Self-Promotion Agent: AAA Rep FROM THE ARTIST: "Self promotion, designed to promote experimentation and exploration of ideas to be used in future clients’ projects. We put together this concept to create a series of portraits made from the sea. Inspired by beautiful coral reefs which are disappearing, these images reflect what we all love and must protect. The technique [...]
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Geo Parkin for Square Meal Magazine
Geo Parkin created this full-page Dick-Whittington-inspired image to accompany an article featured in Square Meal magazine about the rise of high-end restaurant chains in West London and the detriment of smaller, independent operators. Geo is [...]
illustration for ladies game nite!
A snake, wine, dice and a baby jesus with a beard. What more could a group of ladies want for their monthly game night event!
Frida Kahlo art work
I finished my Frida the other day. Made from 100% vintage Playboy magazine pages on wood. Now to locate the perfect frame!
The Sword in the Stove, my second book out this year, will be…
The Sword in the Stove, my second book out this year, will be available May 19th. Get one before you get burned!!!
7 Remarkable Collage Illustrations
Featured image: ©Iker Spozio|Folio Collage art allows artists to combine divergent thinking with principles of design, storytelling and creation. Using collages, these Directory of Illustration artists have succeeded in describing the human experience in [...]
Jane Mjolsness Commissioned by Barnes & Noble through DI Social Media
After seeing her work through the Directory of Illustration social media feeds, Barnes & Noble commissioned Jane Mjolsness to complete two projects. First, Jane created an illustrated poster for the Barnes & [...]
Janne Iivonen for GQ
These editorial illustrations were created by Janne Iivonen to accompany GQ's Style Guy column and website articles. Janne is represented by MP Arts. More of his work can be seen through [...]
Owen Davey: Google Calendar
Owen Davey created five canvases for Google Calendar's new feature to help inspire people to visualize themselves working towards their goals and sticking to their commitments. Owen says, "It was great fun [...]
Robert Ball for HBO
Robert Ball was chosen by 360i & HBO to create a collection of illustrations corresponding with every episode of Game of Thrones. The images feature important deaths from each episode and [...]
Muti: Forbes Japan
Muti completed a series of illustrations for Forbes Japan to accompany their "Innovative Companies" issue. Muti is represented by Folio Art. Check out more of their work through their Directory of Illustration portfolio [...]
For the dedication of my book, Click, I pay homage to an old…
For the dedication of my book, Click, I pay homage to an old Bugs Bunny cartoon called DUCK AMUCK. Click comes out on April 19th.
Clementine for Jimmy Choo 20th Anniversary Memento Collection
In celebration of their 20th Anniversary, Jimmy Choo have launched Memento, a capsule collection paying tribute to their iconic red carpet moments. The Illustration Room artist, Clementine, was commissioned to [...]
Carrie May: Pantry Classics
Drawing on inspiration from store-bought pantry classics, Carrie May has created a new series of illustrations turning simple, everyday items into objects of artistic beauty. Carrie May is represented by New Division. [...]
Lori Langille for Tridel
Lori Langille was commissioned by 52 Pick-Up, a Toronto-based ad agency, to create 3 illustrations for Tridel's new condo development project. See more of Lori's work through her Directory of Illustration portfolio [...]
Nigel Buchanan: New York Observer
Nigel Buchanan's illustration of Kenneth Feinberg was used for the cover of the March 14 edition of New York Observer. The image also appeared on the magazine's website accompanying an [...]
Agent Illustrateur for Nouveau Projet
Nouveau Projet magazine commissioned Agent Illustrateur to create artwork for an article proposing urban solutions to invigorate and add dynamism into problematic commercial streets of some French cities. Check out more work [...]
Sweets Convention Poster by Rick Forgus
Poster illustration from a series by Rick Forgus for an upcoming convention for desserts and cookies. Check out more of Rick's artwork through his Directory of Illustration portfolio, or at atomicwerewolfstudio.com.
Butcher Billy: David Bowie vs. Pop-Culture
If you're still reeling from the loss of David Bowie, you're not alone. As a tribute to the iconic rocker, Butcher Billy has been creating and sharing daily illustrations in which he merges Bowie's [...]
Happy Easter!
Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyous Easter celebration, full of love and vibrant color. Bird of Paradise, 12" x 12" Oil on Canvas
5 Striking Floral Illustrations to Welcome the Spring Season
Featured Image: Charlotte Day Spring is here! To celebrate, here are 5 illustrations that showcase the floral season. Interested in seeing more? Use our Keyword Search to discover artists by style, technique [...]