Bekologic – Our Lee Sun-shin – National Museum of Korea

Bekologic was commissioned to create a series of illustration for the National Museum of Korea’s exhibition ‘Our Lee Shun-shin’.

Bekologic was commissioned to create a series of illustration for the National Museum of Korea’s exhibition ‘Our Lee Shun-shin’. Admiral Lee Sun-shin is one of Korea’s most revered historical figures, a naval commander of the mid-Joseon period. The exhibition traces key moments from his life and legacy.

More of Bekologic’s work can be viewed of Bekologic’s work at https://www.debutart.com/artist/bekologic?tags=all

Doug John Miller – Nature Magazine

Doug was commissioned to create an illustration for the cover of a Nature Index supplement about China and scientific research collaboration.

The cover feature was about scientific collaboration in China between universities/research institutions, industry, and the private sector, and between researchers in China and developing parts of the world such as Africa.

More of Doug’s work can be viewed at  https://www.debutart.com/artist/doug-john-miller?tags=all

Clare Mackie

Our wonderful artist Clare Mackie is always inspired by her environment and the wonderful animals and birds that inhabit our beautiful countryside.

Her unique animal  characters are full of humour and warmth, and she very much cares about the environment - supporting the  Red Squirrels in particular.

To look of Clare’s  wonderful images please go to the Artist Partners website : Clare Mackie - Artist Partners

Henry Boon

One of Artist Partners newer recruits Henry Boon has been experimenting with subjects and styles - we are delighted at what he has produced quite recently looking at historic subjects in a modern and energised way - perfect for  the Educational Market and non fiction genre.

These images shown are inspired by vintage card games and characters.

For more of his wonderful work please go to the Artist Partners website: Henry Boon - Artist Partners

STEVE MAY’S COMIC STRIP FOR GRENFELL

Steve May brings his trademark warmth and energy to one of his most meaningful commissions to date, a comic strip, honouring the ongoing work of those supporting adults and children affected by the Grenfell Fire.

Created for the Grenfell Health and Wellbeing Service, the project began with a two-hour workshop in which Steve worked alongside the community, adults and children together - to find the right way to tell this story. Ideas emerged naturally, including one from a boy who shared a vivid dream about being chased by goblins. That image became the beating heart of the strip: a haunted house filled with emotion monsters - fear, anger, anxiety, trauma, faced down by a young girl hero named Emily, guided through each challenge by Grenfell workers represented as green hearts. The finale sees an art therapist literally paint a door to freedom: a sun-filled green field, a carnival, and everyone reunited.

The result is a piece of illustration with genuine purpose - bold and adventurous in style, yet deeply rooted in the real experiences of the community it celebrates.

Steve May is represented by Arena Illustration.

GAIA ALESSI COVER ILLUSTRATION FOR WIDE EYE

Published by Pushkin Press this month, Gaia's cover and accompanying map bring Jennifer Liss's mystery-adventure to life, drawing readers into the world of ten-year-old Meridian as she hunts for a legendary lake monster while uncovering long-buried family secrets.

Gaia's bold wrap-around cover immerses readers in a sweeping landscape of rolling hills, mountains and a glimmering lake, with Meridian herself keeping watch for the ever-elusive Wide Eye. Alongside the cover, Gaia created an intricate map of Wide Eye Lake. The work was the result of a close collaboration between Gaia, the publisher and the author, with Jennifer Liss supplying photo reference and thoughtful feedback to ensure the world felt both authentic and richly imagined. The finished cover reads as a genuine extension of the story itself - atmospheric, inviting and full of quiet mystery.

Gaia Alessi is represented by Arena Illustration.

Becca Hall Paid Sponsorship with Derwent

Bright's Becca Hall teamed up with the iconic Derwent Pencils for a sponsored partnership to advertise their brand new range of colour pencils.

Becca said of the partnership "Derwent will always have a special place in my heart – they’re based in the Lake District where I grew up, and I’ve used their pencils since I first started drawing."

To see more from Becca, click here: https://thebrightagency.com/uk/licensing/artists/becca-hall

Fran Labuschagne for Wellesley College

Fran Labuschagne was commissioned by Wellesley College for their 150th-anniversary feature Claiming a Place at the Table. Fran beautifully translated themes of leadership and resilience into 3 striking illustrations in her signature style.

To see more from Fran, click here: https://thebrightagency.com/uk/design-and-advertising/artists/fran-labuschagne
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