This Illustrated (by Rose Blake) book, previously published for adults, is directed at a new audience – taking young readers through a journey of Art History from 15,000 BCE cave drawings to present day in the company of David Hockney and Martin Gayford

What are libraries and how might they be in the future? University of Northampton students used library space to expore their ideas. Course leader, Lousie Bird, takes us through the collaboration.

Jon Cockley is Co-founder of Handsome Frank, one of the UK’s most exciting Illustration Agencies.  He shares some invaluable insights into the art of negotiation: The truth is I never..

There are six outstanding debut picture books celebrating children’s imagination and potential, family love, and freedom of expression on the shortlist for the 2019 Klaus Flugge Prize.

Illustrator and member Ben Tallon reflects on the topic of mental health, and shares some great insight and tips just in time for #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek

Klassen uses light and dark brilliantly as a way to aid the narration and add contrast to the page spreads in this story of friends uniquely shaped playing a game of hide and seek.

Can you tell us a bit about yourself?  I’m Niki Groom (@miss_magpie_spy) and I’m an illustrator based in Bristol. I studied BA Fashion Design and was a designer for over..

The book brings Owen Davey’s distinctive visual style to the frog world, revealing the (sometimes slightly yucky) attributes of frog species across the world.

Pictoplasma Festival is back in Berlin for its 15th anniversary edition, bringing artists from all over the world to celebrate all things Character and get inspired! We interview Founders Lars Denicke and Peter Thaler about the festival, and what we can expect from it.

Lizzy Stewart is an illustrator and children’s book author living in South London, most known for her books ‘There’s a Tiger in the Garden’, ‘Juniper Jupiter’ and ‘The Way to Treasure Island’. In this interview, Lizzie talks about her business, having an Agent and the importance of securing royalties. 

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From divine print products to striking murals Laura Callaghan is a celebrated Illustrator with a significant online following, and as guest speaker at Pictoplasma Festival she presented the perfect candidate for May’s Illustrator of the Month!

We take a closer look at some of the uniquely gifted illustrators who will be speaking at the Pictoplasma Conference in Berlin this year

Tell us about yourself? I’m a freelance illustrator for nearly 25 years. I’m based in Manchester. I was repped by The Northern Art Collection from ‘95-‘97, then joined Central Illustration.. 

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The AOI in partnership with The Directory of Illustration is delighted to announce the WIA2019 shortlist!

In the first part of Stagdale, nostalgia is as vivid as the swallows that dart about in the cauldron heat of the summer of 1975. The drawing style and character design of this credible world combines modulated lines with delicate textures and sumptuous colour with somber tones.

Taking Enid Blyton’s Famous Five as the backbone of the ongoing campaign for GWR, the instant nostalgic hit of the stories and Eileen Soper’s distinctive illustrative style have become a success for GWR and Electric Theatre.

llustrator Frannerd talks productivity, research, and engaging audiences to build a following in her business.

What did AOI get up to at the Fair? Delivering several events (including on Publishing Contracts), offering advice at the EIF stand Helpdesk, and meeting members who were attending. We also hear from four illustrators who visited in 2019 – “It was such an invigorating experience”.

The EU copyright directive was adopted by the European Council on 15th April, completing its final stage of approval.

The already very successful and popular 2018 edition of the World Illustration Awards can be viewed at Chapel Gallery in Ormskirk until Saturday 27 April. This will be the last..

This Spring issue of Popshot Quarterly Magazine has taken care not to present one unifying perspective. Instead, the writers seem to take part in a compassionate sharing exercise, the human voice in each text emboldened by the candidness of the one before it.

Illustration is major contributor to the cultural economy. Brands, businesses and individuals recognise its value to sell products and ideas and engage their audience. It is one of the fastest..

Dorcas Brown, who co-founded Grand Matter in 2017, shares her insights into the business of illustration. 

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Chris Page, Owner of Jelly London gives his tips on business and negotiation. 

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Illustrator Marylou Faure talks pricing, negotiation and wellbeing in our Insights series.

Ben The Illustrator has been a Freelancer since 2005. In this article, he shares tips on accounts, negotiation and keeping on top of your business.

Ren Renwick calls for all illustrators to change the conversation and take action!

The Association of Illustrators (The AOI), in partnership with the Directory of Illustration, is delighted to announce the return of the World Illustration Awards exhibition to Somerset House this summer.

The AOI is back in OFFSET this weekend delivering a range of events, and for this Illustrator of the Month we feature Dublin based member Ruan Van Vliet, who captivates audiences (and clients) with his simple, striking and humorous work.

The life of the world famous boxer and wit is richly evoked in this picture book. It illustrates his enduring legacy and the inspirational story behind his success.