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ILLUSTRATION NEWS
Gary Newman was commissioned by Orlebar Brown to create his and hers masks for their online competition. The luxury menswear brand have been asking people to print out and put on their masks and take a photo showing where they have been this summer.
Gary Newman is represented by New Division
This month we are please to show you the latest work from fabulous artist Lisa Hunt. She has just finished this lovely book, 'Sam and the Robots' for Ladybird books' 'Read in Yourself' series, telling the quirky tale of a boy whose robot inventions take on a life of their own! Lisa's artwork is typically charming, colourful and with a great sense of wit, making learning to read all the more fun!
Lisa Hunt is represented by The Organisation
Working with Publicis for Bodyform, we are delighted to reveal the gorgeous designs Helen Lang worked on last year. Out in the supermarkets, and used for press and billboard advertising, the tins are a gorgeous handbag size, with a message based on a premise of "I wish…"
Helen Lang is represented by Illustration
A treat of a job came to the desk of Lauren Mortimer, who was asked by Angelina Tearoom Paris to create three illustrations for their novelty tins. Lauren, using her quaint drawing skills has completed biscuit, chocolate and lollipop tin illustrations, she says "Angelina is a historical tea room in Paris, created in 1903 during the Belle Époque, so they wanted to illustrations that would portray this era and style." The tins are now looking great on their website and in the tearoom filled with the sweet things Angelina is so famous for.
Lauren Mortimer is represented by Illustration
Gail Armstrong produces a glorious cover illustration for the July issue of "Where? London" magazine. The issue celebrates 60 years since The Queen's Coronation and features related events and places of interest to visit around London. Gail's paper sculpture image is inspired by the crown jewels with the crenellations creating a skyline of some of London's notable landmarks. Art Director Tim Benton said of the piece "We were so impressed with Gail's unique craft. She has created a fantastic eye catching illustration for our 'Where?' cover to our exact specifications, whilst still putting a great deal of her own input into the work. She is a true artist...." The "note From the Editor" feature in the magazine also has a short piece with some photos about the making of the image; an added insight into Gail's creations.
Gail Armstrong is represented by Illustration
Here is a sneak peak of what our super talented Daniela Terrazzini has been working very hard on during the past few months, the second in the series of books by John Jackson, ‘Brahma Dreaming’. Rave reviews are popping up everywhere ahead if it’s release in October, read the most recent one from The Guardian here. Turning her hand to black and white illustration, Daniela has proved this is no obstacle for her creating truly beautiful and captivating images. John Jackson is a master storyteller, his “intriguing versions of the tales of the Hindus’ great gods are graced by Daniela’s brilliantly reimagined illustrations of the deities, each a masterpiece of detail and drama, reminiscent of Dulac and Rackham, and the glorious ‘Golden Age’.” Brahma Dreaming will be available to buy from October 2013, you can pre-order your very own copy here.
Daniela Terrazzini is represented by the Artworks
Our amazingly talented Andrew Davidson was commissioned by Bloomsbury and Webb & Webb to create this stunning set of hand engraved illustrations for the new adult edition of the Harry Potter series. Through Andrew’s dramatic compositions and beautiful intricate details, he retells key scenes from the stories and creates a truly memorable and magical set of covers. Here are the engravings behind the vibrant covers unveiled in all their original glory. All seven books and the box set will be available to buy from September 2013.
Andrew Davidson is represented by the Artworks
The next set in this amazing series of stamps from Chris Wormell is out now and ready to be collected! These equally stunning stamps are just as vibrant and beautiful as the first. This series celebrates Freshwater life of the lakes. Look out for the last in this set of three coming soon…
Chris Wormell is represented by the Artworks
Susan Hellard has been busy creating a series of images for Affairs of the Harp for use on a variety of merchandise such as t-shirts, aprons and tea towels. Hot of the press is this wickedly charming illustration of the phrase: 'I practise like the Devil, to play like an Angel'.
Susan Hellard is represented by Arena
Spike Gerrell loves science, so he was chuffed to be asked to illustrate The Economist's Science and Technology feature about neuromorphic computing. Scientists want to make computers more like brains in the belief that humanity will, one day, end up not only with a better understanding of how the brain works, but also with better and smarter computers.
Spike Gerrell is represented by Arena
