Florencia Rigiroli Makes Coffee Look Beautiful

Phosphor's Florencia Rigiroli has been working with Argentinian coffee brand Jardin Secreto Deco & Cafe for a while, crafting the identity for the specialty shop in the heart of Bariloche.

Most recently, Florencia has been working on a series of designs to advertise special events at the cafe and she's brought her signature style to their packaging too!

"I love every time [Nati from Jardin Secreto] brings me a new idea, because I know it will mean lots of color, flowers, and plants — things that, obviously, are very connected to me," said Florencia, whose full portfolio can be found at phosphorart.com.

If you’re thinking about giving your brand a fresh twist and taking it to the next level with vibrant illustrations, get in touch with Trina at Phosphor about working with Florencia.

MDI Digital – Bo Bo Bon – Ravensburger Games

MDI Digital we’re commissioned to work on Ravensburger Games’ new kids release ‘Bo Bo Bon’. MDI create a full series of characters, but here’s the excitable, candy hungry Piñata monster who’s on of the games main protagonists.

More of MDI Digital’s work can be viewed here https://www.debutart.com/artist/matt-dartford-aj-mdi-digital?tags=all

Simon Prades – Tanzania – Usbek & Rica

Simon Prades was commissioned by Usbek & Rica to illustrate an article about Tanzania, where the Maasai people are being driven from their ancestral lands by companies specializing in decarbonization projects.

More of Simon’s work can be viewed here https://www.debutart.com/artist/simon-prades?tags=all

Experian Ads by Kate Forrester

Kate Forrester produced a delightful set of fairytale illustrations with a difference, in this collaboration with BBH for Experian’s latest ad campaign. Read on below to hear Kate’s thoughts on the project and see more examples of her roughs, final artwork and the different platforms the ads have been used across.

I was delighted to be commissioned by advertising agency BBH to illustrate their new campaign for Experian, empowering customers to take control of their financial futures with their inspiring new brand platform.  The concept of the campaign uses classic nursery rhymes and fairy tales to encourage you to; ‘Better Your Story’ and improve your credit score. My job was to come up with a series of traditional, illustrated book covers – but with a twist!

The billboards went up all across London this week and have got lots of attention so far with their overall message of positivity and hope – just what we need in gloomy January!

Kate Forrester is represented by The Artworks

New Illustrator – Laura Liedo

Laura is an illustrator based in Barcelona, Spain. Her work is built around simple shapes and thoughtful compositions, using flat colors and rich textures. Her illustrations are often conceptual, exploring metaphor and double meanings. She enjoys experimenting with color and seeks tenderness and subtle humor in her characters.

Her work has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, Time Magazine, Los Angeles Times, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, and The Wall Street Journal, among others.

New Illustrator – Nastka Lisa

Nastka Lisova is an illustrator passionate about bringing small wonders and big feelings to the page. Working in watercolor and digital mixed-media, she creates illustrations that celebrate childhood, memory and emotional storytelling inspired by everyday life.

From an early age, Nastka was inspired by the world around her – she loved drawing what she saw: people, animals, flowers and trees. She grew up in a small Ukrainian village and spent much of her time outdoors, walking through fields and along the edge of the forest. She also loved reading and illustrating the stories she read, as books felt like portals to other places and lives she had never seen. Today, Nastka enjoys creating magical, heartfelt illustrations that inspire freedom of expression and a love for life, while gently reminding us how beautiful the world around us can be.

WHERE THE DRAGON WAITS ILLUSTRATED BY GAIA ALESSI

Gaia’s striking cover unleashes a visually rich fantasy world packed with dragons, wolves and a pangolin, capturing the magic and adventure at the heart of this imaginative quest.

Out this month, Where the Dragon Waits by Tom Moorhouse (David Fickling Books) follows Ed and Steff as they navigate magical realms, encounter mysterious creatures and seek the elusive dragon atop an impossibly tall spire - and Gaia Alessi’s bold, narrative composition brings every twist to life with mythic energy.

A standout example of atmospheric world building and evocative character design, this cover showcases Gaia’s talent for translating fantastical fiction into unforgettable cover imagery.

Gaia Alessi is represented by Arena Illustration.

SCARLET SAVES THE MULTIVERSE ILLUSTRATED BY DOTTY SUTTON

Dotty brings her bold, expressive style to the hilarious, high-octane sequel to Scarlet: Defender of the Universe by James Davis, published by HarperCollins Children’s Books. 

Out this month - Scarlet Saves the Universe is packed with time-twisting mayhem, double-trouble Scarlet-clones, cyber beetles, supercomputers and very important dolphins, Dotty Sutton’s cover and black-and-white interiors crackle with humour and energy, perfectly matching the book’s off-the-wall adventure.

A stellar example of dynamic character work and narrative playfulness, this project showcases Dotty’s flair for visual storytelling in middle-grade fiction - perfect for commissioners seeking fresh, funny illustration talent.

Dotty Sutton is represented by Arena Illustration.

The Bright Agency secures Catherine Rayner in licensing representation

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.

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

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.