Royal Mail Classic Science Fiction Stamps
To celebrate the legacy of British science fiction Royal mail commissioned a series of illustrations with new interpretations of classic novels.
Bright’s David Litchfield scores double nomination at Indie Book Awards 2021
David Litchfield has appeared on the Indie Book Awards 2021 Shortlist not just once, but twice, taking two of the six coveted spots on the list.
Bright Artist Jessica Smith seen all over London for Kate Spade’s ‘London’s Blooming’.
World-renowned style house Kate Spade has enlisted the artistic vision of Bright Agency’s Jessica Smith for their pop-up flower shop ‘London’s Blooming’.
Bright Artist Paddy Donnelly makes waves in China
Paddy Donnelly’s debut author-illustrated book has been included in the highly competitive New Reading Council’s list ‘The Best Children’s Books in China 2020’. This prestigious accolade recognizes the top 24 Children’s & YA books published in China.
Thomas Danthony: Royal Mail
Here is @thomas_danthony depiction of Aldous Huxley’s ‘Brave New World’ in glorious stamp form.
The illustration is one of six original illustrations to celebrate science fiction classics brought to you via @royalmailofficial and is available now!
Thanks to @royalmailofficial and @webbandwebb for the opportunity to work on the project!
Book Nerd by Holly Maguire is out now via Workman Publishing
We are excited to share Holly Maguire’s collaboration with Workman Publishing; Book Nerd, which was released this week. A celebration of all things bookish and biblio, Book Nerd is full of Holly’s incredible illustrations and musings on one of her favourite subjects; books!
Guided by the team at Workman, Holly worked with editors Kylie and Sarah and Graphic Designer Rae Ann to structure the book, Holly was really able to take time to focus on each page and add abundant detail to the illustrations, honing in on what makes Holly’s work so appealing and full of character.
A perfect volume for any Bibliophile!
A New Vermouth
Go Suga's work with The Foundry and Martini & Rossi comes to life in their recent ad for Fiero.
Max Loeffler / Santoni
Max created several illustrations for “Makers of Beauty”, a social media campaign by Santoni shoes. The colour palette recalls the shades employed by Santoni's artisans in their beautifully crafted hand painting.
Some of what the SAA has been up to…
The SAA and its member agencies have beensupporting the Agents for Change – Diversifying Illustration Group (AFC). Agents for Change is an assembly of illustration-based agencies in the UK, working together with the shared goal of increasing diversity by helping the under-represented across the creative industry. The group has recently conducted a diversity survey across the combined rosters of its member agencies and the results will be published on the group’s website which is slated to launch on 29th March.
The SAA has also input to a recent combined Association of Illustrators and Society of Authors submission to the House of Lords which was consulting about the future of the UK-EU services trade sector after Brexit. The SAA has also supplied the Association with updated information for illustrators and their agencies regarding tax provisions and documentation when trading with Europe and the rest of the world. This included an update regarding VAT post-Brexit. The SAA continues to support The British Copyright Council and is represented on the BCC’s Copyright and Technology Working Group.
Emily Robertson- The Surprise Pub
Delighted to share the sign artwork for Chelsea’s newest pub, created by @emilyjaynerobertson. @thesurprisechelsea is an independent pub and private dining rooms, opening in West London this Spring, it’s the sister pub to the award winning @pheasantinnlambourn (who’s sign you might also recognise).