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The Bright Agency secures Catherine Rayner in licensing representation

The Bright Agency secures Catherine Rayner in licensing representation (Bright Group, illustrator, publishing)

 

Paul Black, Brand Partnerships Director at The Bright Agency is further expanding their reach into licensing with the signing of award-winning picture book creator and artist Catherine Rayner, whom he now represents across licensing, advertising and editorial work. David Higham Associates continues to represent Rayner’s literary, film and television rights.

 

The Bright Agency secures Catherine Rayner in licensing representation (Bright Group, illustrator, publishing) The Bright Agency secures Catherine Rayner in licensing representation (Bright Group, illustrator, publishing)

 

To see the full announcement, click here:

https://thebrightagency.com/uk/licensing/case-studies/the-bright-agency-secures-catherine-rayner-in-licensing-representation

Anne Bentley’s Editorial Excellence for Wall Street Journal

Anne Bentley’s Editorial Excellence for Wall Street Journal (Bright Group, editorial, illustrator)

 

Introducing new Bright Artist Anne Bentley, who has already begun making a wine-coloured splash with our clients. Anne is kicking off her Bright career with this perfect partner illustration to Lettie Teague’s weekend opinion for The Wall Street Journal.

Anne Bentley’s Editorial Excellence for Wall Street Journal (Bright Group, editorial, illustrator)

Gordy Wright for The Observer

Gordy Wright for The Observer (Bright Group, editorial, illustrator)

 

Gordy Wright was commissioned by The Observer to create a companion illustration for their Memorial Sunday 2025 write-up. Featuring Gordy’s delicate and detailed style, this piece goes on to remind us of the importance of commemorating those who lost their lives during The Great War.

 

Gordy Wright for The Observer (Bright Group, editorial, illustrator)

To see more from Gordy, click here: https://thebrightagency.com/uk/licensing/artists/gordy-wright

Robin Shaw’s Chaotic Christmas for Tesco

Robin Shaw’s Chaotic Christmas for Tesco (Advertising Campaigns, Bright Group, illustrator)

Robin Shaw’s hand-drawn cards depict chaotic Christmas scenes for a tongue-in-cheek holiday greeting and mark a first for the national supermarket chain, releasing tie-in products to their advertising campaign. That’s what makes it Christmas…

Robin Shaw’s Chaotic Christmas for Tesco (Advertising Campaigns, Bright Group, illustrator)
Robin Shaw’s Chaotic Christmas for Tesco (Advertising Campaigns, Bright Group, illustrator)
Robin Shaw’s Chaotic Christmas for Tesco (Advertising Campaigns, Bright Group, illustrator)

 

Robin Shaw is represented by The Bright Agency

Cooking up something scary with George Ermos and M&S

Cooking up something scary with George Ermos and M&S (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

 

Marks & Spencer Food in the UK has unleashed a monstrously delicious Halloween food collection, featuring frighteningly fantastic illustrations by George Ermos, a recurring collaboration between the creator and the national shopping icon.

 

Cooking up something scary with George Ermos and M&S (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator) Cooking up something scary with George Ermos and M&S (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

 

These treats are available for a limited time only, so get them before they vanish into the night!

 

Cooking up something scary with George Ermos and M&S (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

Cooking up something scary with George Ermos and M&S (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

Cooking up something scary with George Ermos and M&S (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

To see more from George, click here:

https://thebrightagency.com/uk/childrens-illustration/artists/george-ermos

Fotini’s Festive Mugs for Anthropologie

Fotini’s Festive Mugs for Anthropologie (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

Fotini Tikkou has collaborated with Anthropologie to create a trio of hand-painted stoneware mugs featuring festive designs. Anthropologie commissioned two designs from her, which they then produced on a large scale for sale across their stores.

Fotini’s Festive Mugs for Anthropologie (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

To see more from Fotini, click here: https://thebrightagency.com/uk/design-and-advertising/artists/fotini-tikkou

Ellise Wilkinson’s Festive Bear designs for Harrods

Ellise Wilkinson’s Festive Bear designs for Harrods (Bright Group, illustrator)

Heralding in the festive season with these gorgeous illustrations, Ellise Wilkinson’s sumptuous bear designs for Harrods Christmas 2025 campaign continue their long trend of classically inspired, sought-after products.

 

Ellise Wilkinson’s Festive Bear designs for Harrods (Bright Group, illustrator) Ellise Wilkinson’s Festive Bear designs for Harrods (Bright Group, illustrator)

 

Attending BLE? The Bright Agency will be on Stand 235A.

To see more from Ellise, click here: https://thebrightagency.com/uk/greetings-gift/artists/ellise-wilkinson-76e230bb-0462-493b-a3de-e3188572a2fd

Marta Cubeddu scores with collaboration with Rugby World Cup

Marta Cubeddu scores with collaboration with Rugby World Cup (Bright Group, illustrator)

 

Artist Marta Cubeddu joins a global project for Rugby World Cup 2025, proudly representing Italy as one of 16 female artists. It's a fantastic try at blending sport and culture in one gorgeous piece of work.

To see more from Marta, click here: https://thebrightagency.com/uk/licensing/artists/marta-cubeddu

Jessica Smith brings the sauce in fruitful collab with Heinz

Jessica Smith brings the sauce in fruitful collab with Heinz (Bright Group, Design Projects, illustrator)

 

Think Jess, think Heinz. Jess has officially been appointed as a ketchup connoisseur and had the chance to create an illustration showcasing the flavour profile of Heinz’s sweet sriracha ketchup.

To see more from Jess, click here: https://thebrightagency.com/uk/design-and-advertising/artists/jessica-smith

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