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Becca Thorne for The Folio Society’s Hamnet

Becca Thorne for The Folio Society’s Hamnet (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

 

Becca Thorne envisions Maggie O’Farrell’s Hamnet through delicate linocuts and botanical storytelling for The Folio Society.

 

Becca Thorne for The Folio Society’s Hamnet (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

Bristol-based illustrator Becca has crafted a series of evocative linocuts that immerse readers in Agnes Hathaway’s world of plants, bees, and rural mysticism.

 

Becca Thorne for The Folio Society’s Hamnet (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

 

Her five full-page illustrations, along with botanical drop caps and a gilded funeral wreath on the sage linen slipcase, intertwine with Maggie O’Farrell’s poignant narrative to highlight themes of love, loss, and the natural cycle of life.

 

Becca Thorne for The Folio Society’s Hamnet (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

 

Becca Thorne is represented by IllustrationX

 

The artwork beautifully complements the edition’s tactile, screen-printed design, enhancing the reader’s experience of Shakespeare’s son through a contemporary lens of folklore-inspired imagery.

Becca Thorne for The Folio Society’s Hamnet (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

Enya Todd illustrates for Julie Caplin

Enya Todd illustrates for Julie Caplin (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

UK-based illustrator Enya Todd gives Julie Caplin’s beloved book collection a vibrant new look in a year-long creative journey.

Enya has completed a year-long commission reimagining the covers of bestselling author Julie Caplin’s book collection, bringing a fresh sense of colour, warmth, and wanderlust to the series.

Enya Todd illustrates for Julie Caplin (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

Each story transports readers to a different destination, and Enya’s painterly illustrations beautifully capture that spirit, from Parisian cafés to coastal retreats.

Enya Todd illustrates for Julie Caplin (Illustration Ltd, illustrator, publishing)

The redesigned collection not only unites Caplin’s globe-trotting tales under a cohesive visual identity but also offers readers a renewed invitation to travel the world through story and Enya's art.

Enya Todd is represented by IllustrationX

Claire Rollet – Spotify

Claire Rollet – Spotify (Design Projects, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)
Claire Rollet maps Jane Austen’s Bath in elegant Regency style for Burson Global and Spotify.

Claire was commissioned by communication agency Burson Global to create a bespoke map of Bath for Spotify, designed to guide guests on a special day trip celebrating the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth.

Travelling aboard the vintage British Pullman Belmond train from London to Bath, visitors were welcomed with Claire’s intricate Regency-inspired design, highlighting key landmarks tied to Austen’s life and works.

The artwork balances historical elegance with functional clarity, offering a charming visual companion that immerses travellers in the author’s world.

Claire Rollet is represented by IllustrationX

Donough O’Malley – Avant-Garde Brewery

Donough O’Malley – Avant-Garde Brewery (Design Projects, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)
Donough O'Malley celebrates the spirit of travel for Avant-Garde Brewery.

Based in England, Irish illustrator Donough, has completed his 14th beer label for Canadian craft brewery Avant-Garde.

The new design, Voyager léger, celebrates the spirit of adventure with a light American lager crafted for outdoorsy, adventurous drinkers.

Donough O’Malley – Avant-Garde Brewery (Design Projects, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

Donough’s artwork brings a playful yet sophisticated touch that complements the brewery’s existing range, visually capturing the brand’s adventurous ethos while appealing to a discerning craft beer audience across Canada.

Mini Monsters, Big Style

Mini Monsters, Big Style (Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

Pintachan brings spooky charm and retro flair to Elvira’s First Book of Monsters, an officially licensed children’s board book.

 

Mini Monsters, Big Style (Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

Written by Elvira (Mistress of the Dark), Pintachan was entrusted with creating engaging, playful visuals to introduce classic horror icons; vampires, zombies, witches, ghosts, aliens and more, to young readers and enduring fans alike.

As an officially licensed early-concept board book featuring glow-in-the-dark highlights on the cover, the project demanded a tone that balanced creepy fun with youthful accessibility.

 

Mini Monsters, Big Style (Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

Pintachan infused each whimsical monster with colourful character, resulting in a visually lively and mischievously charming book that delights audiences with its style, humour, and just the right touch of spookiness.

Published by Running Press Kids, you can buy a copy here.

Pintachan is represented by IllustrationX

Iratxe López de Munáin for Thames & Hudson UK

Iratxe López de Munáin for Thames & Hudson UK (Design Projects, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

Iratxe López de Munáin illustrates an interactive art kit on the life of a Master Impressionist.

Iratxe teamed up with Thames & Hudson UK to bring The Artist Box: Claude Monet vividly to life through her lively, colourful illustrations.

 

Iratxe López de Munáin for Thames & Hudson UK (Design Projects, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

Designed as part of the 'Gift Lab' series, this engaging 24‑page activity kit immerses young audiences in Monet’s world. It features a 150-piece jigsaw puzzle of his Giverny garden, a fact‑filled fold‑out timeline tracing his life and personal dramas, twenty‑four creative art activities (from origami water lilies to a Monet-themed mystery), and even an iron‑on patch  - all richly illustrated by Iratxe.

 

Iratxe López de Munáin for Thames & Hudson UK (Design Projects, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

Opening the box reveals not only a puzzle where you can spot Monet’s studio boat, wife Camille, and characters from his famous paintings, but also invites users to experiment with his artistic techniques via fun hands-on prompts. Iratxe’s illustrations transform educational content into a playful, tactile journey that both celebrates Monet’s legacy and encourages budding artists to explore creativity in a memorable, interactive format.

 

Iratxe López de Munáin for Thames & Hudson UK (Design Projects, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

Check it out here.

Donough O’Malley for Brio Magazine

Donough O’Malley for Brio Magazine (editorial, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

Donough O'Malley illustrates a bright editorial series for Brio Magazine.

Donough used his signature colour-blocked energy and expressive character work to a recent editorial commission for USA's Brio magazine. The article, titled Choosing to Love More by Being Offended Less, offers young readers practical, values-based advice on emotional resilience and empathy.

 

Donough O’Malley for Brio Magazine (editorial, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

His illustrations translate these concepts into dynamic scenes filled with warmth, contrast, and storytelling - designed to visually support the article’s core message of responding to conflict with compassion.

 

Donough O’Malley for Brio Magazine (editorial, Illustration Ltd, illustrator)

 

A striking example of how thoughtful editorial illustration can deepen the impact of written advice.

Donough O'Malley is represented by IllustrationX

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