Everyone seems to be talking about AI - well - not me, I think its good to take it down a notch to appreciate slow art - by definition - things that are created by hand - and who better than our own Emily Tull the incredibly talented stitch artist - Emily was a finalist at the Sky Portrait Awards and has been extremely busy producing her unique stitch artwork for exhibitions and shows all over the UK. Emily is very much in touch with her art - and she is also an avid bird watcher and nature lover.
Living in Ramsgate she also has nature on her doorstep.
Here are just a few of her beautiful birds she has produced for a forthcoming show …. Slowing things down and making us take note of what is around us !
Hot off the press this fabulous cover which is the second book commissioned by Bonnier Books for the brilliant Author Kat Dunn by our very own Angelo Rinaldi …..
Rotten Heart - a gothic horror novel is set in the Victorian Era in London - Angelo has beautifully captured the feel and sensual content of this amazing novel.
With Angelo’s uniquely painterly eye he has managed to create and capture this fabulously lavish and lush cover artwork.
Svetlana Molodchenko designs two silk scarves for Harrods, translating jewellery archives into wearable lace.
Svetlana worked with Harrods to create ornate scarf designs, complete with borders that allow the patterns to shift, frame and combine.
Lace Print draws directly from archival jewellery illustrations, assembling gem-studded bees and floral fragments into a dense ornamental field that softens as the silk moves.
Gilded Butterfly Print introduces contrast, pairing a structured floral lattice with butterflies rendered as faceted adornments, poised between delicacy and weight.
On fabric, the work behaves like fine jewellery itself: precise, luminous, and designed to catch the eye differently with every fold.
Phosphor's Pepe Serra is a visual communicator and illustrator based in Tarragona, Catalonia.
Pepe has a deep interest in how images can shape understanding and spark emotion. "My work focuses on turning complex, abstract, or nuanced ideas into clear, striking visuals that engage the viewer both intellectually and emotionally," says Pepe, who specialises in "fast-paced digital illustration, combining clarity, boldness and a strong conceptual core".
While Pepe does have a distinct and identifiable style, often featuring long-limbed characters and a rich colour palette, the graphic communicator says he has "always been very clear that the common thread in my work isn't technique or style, but rather the concept and the idea I want to convey". Pepe says: "Illustration is simply a tool that allows us to communicate, just as we do with words".
"Over time, the technique has changed as a result of the tools I use, since professional illustration today cannot be understood without going through technological tools," Pepe told Diari de Tarronga.
Pepe regularly contributes to major international newspapers, collaborating closely with editors and art directors to meet tight deadlines without compromising depth or originality. Pepe says: "I approach every commission not just as a visual task, but as a chance to translate thought into form, helping audiences see things from a new perspective".
Alongside commissioned work, Pepe gives talks and workshops on creativity, conceptual thinking and visual communication. "I believe that illustration is not just a craft but a language — one that evolves constantly and offers endless potential for experimentation, critical reflection, and storytelling," says Pepe.
We are pleased to announce that we are now representing artist Lee Binding.
Lee Binding is a visual artist and creative re-toucher who treats key art like high drama and Photoshop like a controlled substance. Best known for turning cult television into cinematic spectacle, he creates art that feels epic and luminous. He moves effortlessly across retouching, digital illustration, packaging and key art - joyfully applying his craft wherever bold visuals are required.
Clients include BBC, BBC Studios, Sky, Random House, EOne Entertainment, 2|Entertain, Whatisbobo, Cubicle 7, Panini, SFX Magazine and Empire Magazine.
Lisa has produced a 248-page hardback book presenting over 200 editorial magazine covers illustrated by herself over the last 5 years.
The book contains extensive articles and statements from 49 contributing Art Directors about magazine cover design. The book is for sale at https://asillo.com/product/ive-got-it-covered-hardback-large-format-book/. Her recent exhibition at Debut Art’s own gallery in central London was a huge success with attendance at the PV’s by many of the Art Directors who have commissioned her and many others. The exhibition featured the launch of the book and over 70 framed magazine covers Lisa has illustrated.
We’re thrilled to introduce Ana Zaja Petrak, the latest illustrator to join Meiklejohn.
Based in the vibrant city of Zagreb, Croatia, Ana brings a colour-drenched, expressive illustration style that celebrates gastronomy, Mediterranean slow living, and the beauty of nature. Created using both digital and traditional techniques, Ana’s minimal and playful artworks balance sophistication and spontaneity; a mix that allows her to craft images that feel contemporary, yet timeless.
With an impressive portfolio that includes collaborations with global brands such as Whole Foods Market, Marks & Spencer, and San Pellegrino, Ana’s bold and abstract work has been used to bring many beautiful projects to life from eye-catching packaging to beautifully designed cookbooks.
We hope you enjoy taking a look at a selection of Ana's work. You can see more in her full portfolio.
Anna Broadhurst was thrilled to collaborate with the design team at Hotel Chocolat, helping to bring their brand new concept store in Manchester to life with her joyful and eye-catching illustrations. Welcoming visitors to step into an imagined scene that celebrates Hotel Chocolat’s pioneering approach to ethical cacao farming, Anna also created a large-scale mural illustrating the story behind the brand.
“I fear I have fallen for a certain internet monkey” - @bugboyriley
Oh Riley, I fear the whole Bright team has too!
Riley is an illustrator who grew up in Cleveland, Ohio. He attended Kent State University and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communications and Design. He has since traveled across the country from coast to coast working for various studios as an Illustrator in both the children’s book and greeting card industries. Riley’s work is fueled by his friends and family he has found in the LGBTQIA+ community, as well as his wide array of other passions including the wildlife around him, and good food. In his free time, you’ll probably find Riley tending to his indoor jungle or cooking up something in the kitchen.
From Bright's Design & Advertising Division, Luca Grassi's (@lucagrassi_illustration) collaboration with Elle Decorationaccompanies an article by Esther Walker.
Luca is an award-winning illustrator from beautiful Urbino, now living and working in Torino. Luca’s rich artwork style utilises contrast and colour to create emotive characters and narrative scenes.
