If you find contracts confusing and could do with a confidence-boosting session on negotiating with publishers, this session is for you. Book via our Eventbrite here. AOI’s Publications & Membership Manager, Derek Brazell will break down the daunting business of contracts into manageable chunks, clearly explaining the main clauses you’ll come across, including: • Advances […]
On Thursday 23rd March Creative Lives in Progress will be hosting a new online portfolio review session, all about starting out in the world of Branding. If you’re a UK-based creative within the first year of your career, this is a great opportunity to meet and get feedback from experts. Reviewers include designers working in Sunhouse […]
The Cartoon Museum's "This Exhibition is a WORK EVENT!" Boris Johnson exhibition will climax with a party (*ahem* work event) held on the anniversary of the first lockdown Boris called. In commemoration of the auspicious occasion, the Cartoon Museum invites you to visit the exhibition after-hours, have some discounted drinks from the bar (for the […]
Cardiff’s illustrator meet-up collaborate with the amazing Cardiff Animation Festival. Book your ticket here! As part of the mini festival 'Illustration Club' are running a split pin puppetry workshop. Come along and draw weird and wonderful characters and then bring them to life. All materials will be provided. This special edition of Illustration Club […]
Ever wondered what exactly an Agent does? How do you know when you’re ready for an Agent or if you need one? Even then how do go about getting one? Then this comprehensive webinar might just be for you. Book via our Eventbrite here! The webinar will be delivered by AOI Membership Manager Sarah Morris, […]
Join us for Sheffield's first AOI illustrator meet-up of 2023. RSVP via our Eventbrite! The relaxed pub social, hosted by illustrator and muralist Will Rea, will provide a space for Sheffield region illustrators to meet, chat and draw. There'll also be a chance to contribute ideas to the future of AYUP and our upcoming […]
‘This is what we do’ will be what it sounds like – an exhibition of new and recent work by the School of Illustration’s founders, Nick and Frances Moffatt. It runs from 31st March to the 21st April, and everyone is invited to a private view on the evening of 30th March from 6:30pm - […]
Live illustration is now big business, as brands and companies have increasingly recognised the value that live illustration can add to their events, conferences and meetings. So we’re excited to be kicking off our 2023 programme of 'Illustration Hub' Meet Ups with an online talk all about the world of live illustration and scribing, with […]
Four Legs Good, Two Legs Bad: The Extraordinary Animaland of Arthur Humberstone, is brought to you by The Arthur Humberstone Animation Archive & showcasing a wealth of production material and unseen ephemera from Animaland (1948), Animal Farm (1954) and Watership Down (1978). 'Arthur Humberstone (1912 – 1999) was a British animator, artist and director whose […]
Remote Sensing is a platform designed to share challenges encountered in fieldwork on sites, collections, and communities. Artificial intelligence' (AI), sometimes known as 'machine learning', is arriving with enormous speed. What does it mean? What are the implications for illustration as a discipline and as a career? What does it mean in terms of creativity? […]
Be part of London Book Fair 2023 Between 18 - 20 April 2023, London Book Fair (LBF) will unite the book community for three days of business, networking and learning. From face-to-face meetings and conferences to an eclectic seminar programme, which provides insight into the book world, kickstart your year with The London Book Fair. Come see The AOI […]
Brought by the Royal College of Art, this online event brings together Adrian Shaughnessy, Jessica Helfand and Michael Horsham: Three renowned figures from the visual arts to investigate the role of artificial intelligence in the production of creative visual work. Is AI a revolutionary tool with transformative powers leading to enhanced creativity? Or a mechanism […]
Paint Watercolour Plants in a Loose and Expressive Style Join artist, Helen Ridley, to create a series of botanical illustrations – all studied from life. Be inspired by reference images of tropical plants and seasonal foliage to produce your original work. You'll be guided through the artistic process in this small group workshop. Explore stylised […]
This month the Cardiff illustrator meet-up will be hosting a relaxed Illustration Pub social with drawing and chats. Please bring your sketchbook and favourite pencil. It's free, just RSVP here! The meet-up will be at the back of the Scaredy Cats, looking forward to seeing you there. About Illustration Club Illustration Club is an informal […]
Learn how to create contemporary children’s picture books with market appeal with guidance from award-winning author and illustrator Claire Alexander. On this course for beginners, you’ll learn how to write stories with convincing characters, experiment with watercolour techniques and explore narrative structure and writing styles. You’ll learn about the book publishing market and get […]
Birmingham illustrators, you’re formally invited to Picnic! A relaxed social held in the Jewellery Quarter at The Jointworks. RSVP and book your free slot here! The Jointworks will provide a space for local illustrators to meet, chat and draw. This meet-up is free! Numbers are limited so please RSVP to reserve your spot. […]
On Thursday 27th April, Creative Lives in Progress will be hosting their next networking event Meet & Greet, this time focusing on the world of animation. This is a chance to meet a range of industry experts working in this field, learn more about their roles and ask questions. So if you’re a UK-based creative in the first […]
Join the 'Hand Drawn & Quartered' meet-up for illustrators in and around Preston for an evening of life drawing. Book your ticket here! You're invited to come along and take part in an informal life-drawing session with local model Ruby, meet your fellow illustrators and enjoy a cheeky beer or two. Another fun evening focused […]
This in-depth intermediate level course (organised by the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration) will support participants to create their own non-fiction book, with guidance from award-winning illustrator Owen Davey. You will learn how to research effectively and plan your pages, while developing your unique way of creating images. You will get valuable insight into how […]
This May, the Pictoplasma Conference returns to Berlin to present an all-new selection of trailblazing, trendsetting character design and art. The conference will provide a platform for artists to share ideation processes and working methodologies in focused presentations. International creators and producers from illustration and animation, design and interactive, and urban and graphic arts will […]
Join 'Blend' the AOI London illustrator meet-up as they tour illustrator studios during the Open Studios day at Second Floor Studios & Arts. Free! Just RSVP here. Ever want to go behind the scenes and see where illustrators work? Join 'Blend' (the AOI London illustrator meet-up) as we visit the studios of Sara Andreasson, Garudio […]
The AOI will hold the Annual General Meeting on Monday 15th May at 6pm. This will be held on Zoom and is open to all members to attend. We’d love to see as many of you as possible. RSVP to the AGM here. At the meeting we will present the accounts and a summary of […]
Join AOI Membership Advisor Saskia Cameron and Illustrators Sofia Barton and William Goldsmith, as they discuss the importance of expanding personal practice and creating success through diverse routes. Book your ticket here! Illustrators are often multifaceted, and this is what makes our industry exciting! They can be entrepreneurs, authors, artists, researchers, community leaders and so […]
Join Glasgow's illustrator meet-up group for an exciting sketch crawl at the Hunterian Art Gallery led by illustrator Tita Berredo. It's free! RSVP to secure your spot. Playing with visual references and imagination, Tita will lead insightful drawing activities inspired by items on display. Let your illustrations run free in this positive journey to finding […]
The show is a celebration of our final year students across; BA Graphic Design & Illustration BA Fashion Design & Communication BA Fine Art BA History of Art & Museum Studies BA Interior Architecture MA Architecture / BA Architecture See website for details
In person event hosted by Camberwell College of Art, in partnership with the Association of Illustrators and HarperCollins Children’s Books. Book via our Eventbrite. Join us for an evening with Former Children’s Laureate, Lauren Child, discussing her creative approach to writing and illustrating children’s books. Lauren Child’s talk will be followed by a Q&A with […]
Join picture book makers Birgitta Sif and David Barrow for an (online) evening with award winning illustrator and author Anna Doherty, as she talks with us about the creation of her picture books, non-fiction books and everything else in between. Book your ticket here! Anna will present an exploration into how working on lots […]
2023 Edinburgh College of Art, University of Edinburgh Illustration BA (Hons) Graduation Show presents 30 individuals and over a 100 collaborative and individual projects of picture books, zines, comics, prints, packaging, animation, pottery and puppetry that explore a diverse range of rich subject matter from mud larking to Alzheimer’s and bi-cultural identity to dystopian fusion […]
The BDF Conference is a celebration of design held in Birmingham across two days in June. Alternating each year between hosting a festival and a conference, this year BDF shares the opportunity to offer something a little different with the format to keep things fresh and engaging. BDF Conference 2023 is the first opportunity to […]
In a celebration of change, transformation and transition, Metamorphosis, the Middlesex University Degree Show Festival 2023 brings together exhibitions, events, screenings and performances by graduating students of a range of Design, Arts, and Film programmes. They will also showcase work produced by students of the Faculty’s suite of MA programmes. The festival opens up the […]
BA Hons Illustration at Newcastle College University Centre is proud to present the showcase from this years graduating cohort. 3rd year students have had the opportunity to investigate chosen themes and produce a series of commercial work in response. This years themes include the singularity, AI, animal stories, folklore, wildlife conservation and psychedelia. Guests will […]
The NCAD BA Illustration exhibition takes place at NCAD from 8-16 June. At NCAD, we recognise that illustration defies boundaries. It is a powerful tool for sharing stories, translating information, and communicating ideas. Far more than just drawing, it is an essential part of our language and a vital means of communication. We recognise the impactful […]
The Class of ’23 is taking over the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) with a showcase of their creative talents. This is the moment to celebrate and reflect on the extraordinary achievement of UCA’s soon-to-be graduates. The student’s final work is accomplished, innovative and displays a highly professional execution of ideas, but more […]
Molly Pukes is a cartoonist and Illustrator based in Leeds and an experienced workshop host - we’re in for a treat! In this meet-up, we’ll be learning how to write and draw simple four panel comics, make our own paper comic books and learn about visual storytelling. Book your ticket here! Here's a schedule for […]
It's the Illustration Wing Ding! 'Hand Drawn & Quartered' invite you to meet your fellow illustrators and enjoy a cheeky beer and a boogie! Hand Drawn & Quartered is a creative meet up for illustrators based in and around Preston and across Lancashire. Offering a range of social events, workshops, guest speakers and more, Hand […]
'Connected by purpose but distinct in voice, our 2023 graduates are using their platform to amplify issues and challenge preconceptions across themes such as society, identity and the environment. Bringing together graduate work across thought, performance, art, film, games, design, award-winning students will exhibit alongside students from our Saturday Arts Club in this celebratory show. Award-winning ARU students […]
The KSA Show 2023 is a celebration of students' achievements and this year the faculty is putting on a hybrid degree show presenting the work of graduating students both virtually and physically, on campus. The show website will launch on Monday 5 June. The Opening Celebration of the physical show will take place on Saturday 10 […]
Learn more about Fashion Illustration in a new practical workshop with AOI Member Niki Groom. Niki will start the session by giving an overview of her career and showing attendees some of her original and digital artwork. She'll then run you through a series of demonstrations and exercises using fineliner and marker pens starting with […]
Meet Allistair Burt, a talented Glasgow-based illustrator and founder of Hole in my Pocket. He joins us for an online talk and Q&A, hosted by the AOI's Glasgow meet-up for illustrators: Illo-G. Allistair makes his income by producing greetings cards, mugs and other products for the high-end contemporary gift market. He sells his work online and […]
In 2019, the NGO Médecins Sans Frontières – also known as Doctors Without Borders or MSF - commissioned award-winning cartoonist Ella Baron to travel to its field hospital in Pibor, South Sudan. She spent several weeks interviewing and sketching staff and patients about the difficulties in accessing maternity care in this remote rural region. Rising […]
Our students have been working extremely hard on their final projects of the year and we're excited to share with them with you at this exciting event. From 21 June – 1 July students from all art, architecture and design courses will exhibit their work. There will be a private view on Tuesday, 20 June […]
From our Diversity and Equality roundtable talks we understood that some illustrators would value a space to explore how to increase the diversity depicted in their illustration practice. This session is the sixth of a short series to explore that. Ricardo Bessa will share his experience of inspiring projects which explores both queer representation in […]
Welcome to the AOI meet-up for disabled illustrators, in the widest possible definition. Book your ticket! We will catch up with Ana Jaks! She’s a super successful freelance illustrator based in Bristol with a penchant for bright and bold colours, shapes and patterns. Easily adaptable, her work reflects inclusivity and diversity across a broad […]
'Three years of illustration at Brighton has encouraged us as a group to experiment with a multidisciplinary approach through both still and moving image. This curated exhibition demonstrates the variety which exists within the field of illustration. Illustration as we understand has grown to become far more than what the word suggests. While drawing has […]
UON will present their degree show in June with a range of subjects to be showcased including; illustration, Fine Art Painting and Drawing, Fashion, Product Design, Graphic Communication Design, Creative Film, Photography and more. The Degree Show kicks off with a private viewing on Thursday 22 and is open to the public from Friday 23 […]
The very first BS4 Arts Trail takes place on the 24th & 25th June 2023. This south-east corner of Bristol is one of the city's leafiest spots, and will see over 70 artists, illustrators & creatives open their homes and studios, or show in one of four community venues. Exhibiting AOI Members include: Becca Thorne […]
Discover the hidden history of Hartlepool in a series of exhibitions by world-renowned illustrator Jonny Hannah. Jonny has plumbed the depths of local memory to reveal the strangest stories and most curious characters from past and recent history to present a vision of the town as it’s never been seen before. This summer, the Museum […]
New Designers is back this year championing the future of design. An annual exhibition that brings together the best graduate design talent from across the UK, this event is aimed at professionals in the design industry, as well as general consumers who are interested in seeing the latest trends in design. New Designers also welcomes […]
Your first few years as an illustrator are only the start of your journey. For early-career illustrators, recent grads and final year students, feelings of pressure and hype can be overwhelming. Especially over the past few years, with the impact the pandemic has had on students, it can all feel daunting! We’re inviting two recent […]
Fashion Illustrator Elyse Blackshaw Collaborates with Shop from Crisis Peckham to Promote Fashion to End Homelessness Elyse Blackshaw, a graduate of the Royal College of Art, joins forces with Shop from Crisis Peckham to create an inspiring window installation that champions fashion as a means to combat homelessness. This collaboration has been made possible through […]
'BA (Hons) Graphic Design & Illustration at the University Centre South Essex are proud to be exhibiting at the prestigious D&AD New Blood Festival. The international exhibition and showcase brings together industry and new creative talent. The 2023 New Blood Festival will be taking place from the 4th to the 6th July at Protein Studios. […]
Explore the vibrant diversity of Japanese graphic arts in this bold exhibition which bridges the worlds of fine art, commercial illustration and counterculture. Presented by Japan House in London. The work of a selection of 60 Japanese artists is presented, with late 20th-century innovators Tanaami Keiichi and Yumura Teruhiko featured alongside a number of emerging […]
A showcase and celebration of design and research from BA, March, MAUD and MST students of Architecture and Urban Design at the University of Cambridge. Funded, organised, designed and built by ARCSOC, the University of Cambridge Architecture Society. General opening 10am-6pm Click here or visit website for more details
Join the AOI for this Mini Masterclass, covering a wealth of information on business for illustrators. The session provides solid practical information on how to make that transition from student into industry professional. We’ll be covering what it means to be a professional illustrator, how to take control of your own career path and will […]
The Illustrators’ Fair is the UK’s, if not Europe’s, largest established market solely devoted to promoting illustration, prints, zines, comics, and other forms of independent publishing and illustrated products. With 109 stands, many of which are shared, the Illustrators’ Fair is a platform that allows over 120 contemporary illustrators to both showcase and sell their […]
Together with their sister company It’s Nice That, Creative Lives in Progress brings you a special-edition portfolio review with a focus on graphic design and art direction. They will be joined by five members of their creative and editorial teams, to connect with fifteen up-and-coming creatives. This portfolio review is open to emerging graphic designers and art […]
Join our Norwich illustrator meet-up for an evening of life drawing with the cutest models we could find in all of Norwich! Book your ticket here. Norfolk Greyhound Rescue and CrissCross (the illustrator meet-up in Norwich) have teamed up to bring you a new drawing challenge. This is a great opportunity to practice perspective, drawing […]
More than a Pageful – Transforming the life of a British comedy icon into a graphic novel: A talk with the creators behind HANCOCK: THE LAD HIMSELF. Join B7 Comics in association with the Cartoon Museum for 45-minute panel discussion about Hancock: The Lad Himself, an epic graphic novel following comedian Tony Hancock from cradle to grave as […]
Summer’s here and The School of Illustration is excited to be back at our favourite venue! Book your ticket now. Grab your sketchbook and pencils and join us for a relaxed and informal Drink and Draw at Seven Stories’ lovely café and bookshop. Drinks, snacks and of course beautifully illustrated children’s books will be available […]
GLASSHOUSE presents Trash Dolls, a solo exhibition of recent drawings by New York based artist Aurel Schmidt. The works that make up Trash Dolls are the latest in an ongoing series of the same name: since 2019, Schmidt has been transforming the detritus of her environment into characters that embody the psychosomatic effects of a […]
Join our Bristol meet-up group of illustrators for a daytime outdoor journey around Bristol's harbourside. This is a great way to meet your fellow illustrators, chat illustration and do some sketching of Bristol's bustling harbourside. Bristol Harbour Festival will also be underway so they'll be plenty of entertainment, food stalls, drink options and music along […]
Why not kickstart your summer with a visit to the BA7 Summer Exhibition at Walcot Chapel? Illustrators Penny Ives, Nadine Wickenden and Kate Davies have joined forces with the artists Kate Flood and Teresa Foster and the printmaker, Carole Anne Tonge, to produce this truly exceptional show. Over the course of the week you will be able […]
PLEASE NOTE: All free spaces for AOI Members have now been booked. Please email [email protected] if you'd like to be included in our waitlist. We'll get in touch if any more spaces open up. With Artificial Intelligence technology moving at the extreme pace it is, the question of intellectual property and ownership of AI-incorporated […]
Join the Leeds illustrator meet-up to hear Bobbi Rae talk about her practice + a practical workshop focus on how to overcome creative block. Book your ticket here. We've invited local Leeds illustrator Bobbi Rae to give a brief presentation; talking a little about her work and practice before focusing on Overcoming Creative Block; giving […]
Come join Birmingham illustrator meet-up 'Picnic' where we talk about getting your pricing right. Bring your own "picnic" food and drink too. FREE! Just RSVP to book your spot. Come along to our Birmingham illustrator meet-up where the 'Picnic' team will discuss the tricky topic of pricing. With a focus on figuring out the right […]
If you're an illustrator in Cardiff, then come along to the Illustration Club Picnic outside the Secret Garden cafe in Bute park. Free meet-up! Just RSVP to book your spot. Bring a picnic blanket, snacks & drinks, and your favourite drawing materials. Expect drawing activities and a nice relaxed social. When: Monday 24 July, 6 […]
This exhibition explores the topic of Perspective, recognising as stated in the poem, that there are as many perspectives in any given situation as there are eyes in a room. An exhibition by Nicholas Ferguson at Coningsby Gallery. “What if art is the elixir to human suffering?” I believe imagination, expressed through the arts, […]
This exhibition brings together work in a variety of media, created by James through his Queer River research project. Drawings, photographs and films reflect on the process of coming to know rivers and other wetlands, through collaborative, creative and embodied practices, to understand what they need from us, and what we can gain in return. […]
This summer, a new exhibition of unseen drawings by Eileen Cooper RA, spanning the years 1977 to 1983, will go on display at Huxley-Parlour, London. As well as giving an insight into Cooper’s early practice, this exhibition looks to contextualise her work as fundamentally linked to the radical feminist politics of that era. The exhibition […]
The award-winning Northern Festival of Illustration is back in Hartlepool for a fifth time this summer. This time the festival has a distinctly nautical feel to tie into the Tall Ships Race and extend the fun through the summer months. The Northern School of Art, who run the festival, have announced the main programme and […]
London’s open city message has developed over time to form diverse communities, cultures and vibrant subcultures full of life and celebrations of their own. Illustrated Guide to London does just that. ROSL Visual Arts Curator Robin Footitt has brought together the brightest talents in contemporary illustration, art and design to produce a highly-anticipated summer exhibition […]
A new exhibition coming to Society of Illustrators in New York. John F. Gould (1906 – 1996) had a long career in art, both as an artist and as an art instructor. He was a well-known lecturer on art, particularly oriental art. In 1957, John and Mary Gould established the Bethlehem Art Gallery in Cornwall, […]
Illustrators Ireland, in partnership with Alliance Française Dublin, Ambassade de France en Irlande, dlr LexIcon, and IBBY, presents In Memory of the Future, an exhibition in celebration of renowned French illustrator Tomi Ungerer. As their first honorary member, Ungerer accepted his place in Illustrators Ireland with grace and enthusiasm. Over 50 artists will participate by sharing their interpretations […]
Somewhere Else is a one day pop-up illustration exhibition by AOI Member Molly Maine, in collaboration with Lush Cosmetics. Drawing upon her experiences from 20 years of travel to 50 countries, British illustrator Molly explores the connection between travel, solitude, and the feeling of awe through a series of bold and vibrant illustrations. The artist […]
Westmount Art x Yellow Souls Shrinky Dinks Summer Workshops are coming! During the 2-hour workshop session, you will get: Information on earring design Learning new material and techniques Hands-on experience to make one pair of earrings from scratch Advice for future designs The class structure will be as follows: * 10 minutes: Introduction and discussion […]
Children's book author and illustrator, Gizem Gozde Ucar, is visiting Pickled Pepper Books this summer holiday to run exciting 'Story and Art Workshops' for children. With 10+ years experience, Gizem incorporates dancing, singing and games that are special for each story, so each workshop is a new adventure. The workshops will consist of two parts: […]
"Visual Riddle: Stano's Illustration Art" is now on exhibition at Yan Books bookstore from August 15th to September 15th, 2023. This exhibition showcases over 70 illustrations created by the illustrator Stano for the Chinese edition of the Harvard Business Review over the past five years. These illustrations, whether naive or delicate, depict business world through a humorous […]
Children's book author and illustrator, Gizem Gozde Ucar, is visiting Pickled Pepper Books this summer holiday to run exciting 'Story and Art Workshops' for children. With 10+ years experience, Gizem incorporates dancing, singing and games that are special for each story, so each workshop is a new adventure. The workshops will consist of two parts: […]
PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT. JOIN OUR WAITLIST BELOW OR VIA OUR EVENTBRITE. Internationally renowned Illustrator Jon Klassen is best known for his best-selling Hat Box trilogy (I Want My Hat Back, This Is Not My Hat, We Found a Hat), among many other loved titles. In celebration of the release […]
It is with excitement that our AOI 2022 mentee Emclemmie / Emma Clements (see our full interview here!) shares her Pop-Up exhibition to celebrate the end of her degree with Open College of the Arts. Boxes explore the theme of identity and feeling that do not quite fit into any box. Through narrative artwork, the […]
Explore different ways of harnessing illustrations ability to communicate in this fun, practical workshop led by Cardiff based, Chris Evans. Book below or via our Eventbrite. Join our Cardiff illustrator meet-up group (Illustration Club) for a speculative design workshop where we will explore illustrations ability to ignite conversation, the power of visual language and imagination […]
A coming together of artists and animators Gabriella Marsh, Emily Downe, Martha Halliday, and Kathrin Steinbacher, Studio 10 found its genesis within the walls of the studio which all four artists share together. Although wide-ranging in subject matter and composition, the thread that weaves these artists together is a commitment to the documentation of the […]
Escape to an enchanting Art Oasis this summer! Immerse yourself in a vibrant gallery of creativity and be inspired by brilliant works from a select group of artists. FREE ENTRY.
Picnic presents Pick ‘n’ Mix, an illustrators social where you can mingle with fellow illustrators from Birmingham and beyond! Book below or via our Eventbrite. Picnic presents Pick ‘n’ Mix, an illustrators social where you can mingle with fellow illustrators from Birmingham and beyond! Located at North Bar, Snow Hill we will be mixing from […]
A collaborative event, exploring the impact of generative AI on illustration as a career path and the wider creative community, organised by The European Illustrators Forum.
Print Club London’s iconic ‘Blisters’ exhibition is back! ‘Blisters: Time to Play’ will showcase over 50 emerging and established artists on the same platform, each with a brand new and exclusive edition of handmade screenprints responding to the theme of PLAY. All artworks are exclusively designed for the show and never seen before, signed by […]
Come join Cardiff's illustrator meet-up for a relaxed social with drawing and chats - bring your sketch book and favourite tools. Book below or via our Eventbrite. Come join Cardiff's illustrator meet-up 'Illustration Club' for a relaxed social with drawing and chats - bring your sketch book and favourite tools. Looking forward to seeing […]
Whether you're a brand new AOI member or an AOI veteran, we welcome you to this free sign-up to this introductory session to your AOI membership. We'll include a short presentation on how to make best use of your membership. You'll learn how to navigate our extensive resources, make use of the pricing calculator and […]
The time has come to grab your sketchbooks and come along to Oxford's first illustration meet-up! Book below or via our Eventbrite. The time has come to grab your sketchbooks and come along to RAD’s first illustration meet-up! Expect fun drawing prompts and games that will help you get to know your fellow Oxford […]
Pride Comic Arts Festival is a one-day UK comic art festival dedicated to LGBTQIA+ creators. We aim to provide an accessible platform for the community and we do this by keeping the exhibitor table fees affordable and free for attendants. We also aim to ensure our talks given by industry experts are supported by sign […]
Open to creatives passionate about exploring technology in their work
On Thursday 28th September Creative Lives in Progress will be hosting a new online portfolio review session, all about starting out in the world of illustration. If you’re a UK-based creative within the first year of your career, this is a great opportunity to meet and get feedback from experts. Reviewers include Niall Unger, Claire […]
StreetDraw24 is a 24-hour drawing event for illustrators, artists, amateurs, and everyone in between followed by an everyone-can-take-part exhibition with work sold to raise funds for people facing homelessness in Cornwall. This will be its 6th proud year in Falmouth! To take part all you need to do is get outside in Falmouth and draw […]
The LOOKOUT Illustration Fair is a vibrant new event celebrating the diverse medium of illustration and its many forms. September 30th will see the launch of their first event at The Halls, Norwich; taking place across three unique back rooms. The event will showcase drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, paper modelling and more – with 40+ exhibitors […]
This event is a wonderful chance for the young readers of new children’s book ‘Crabbit Chops!’ to meet author J.M. McClatchie and illustrator Jade Lawley. Not only will there be the opportunity to purchase and get a signed copy the book from the Waterstones store, but there will also be crafts, activities and balloons to […]
Discover the tools for self-promotion for illustrators, including how to get the most out of entering awards! Self promotion is an essential area for illustrators seeking commissions, and there are lots of ways to go about it. In this event we'll look at online presence, using social media and directly contacting clients, alongside illustration competitions […]
Join us for an exciting collaboration between PIP (Put into Practice) and Shake Fair 'Some kinda Art Fair'! Book below or via our Eventbrite. Calling all illustrators in the Bristol area! PIP is your quarterly get-together filled with enriching experiences. From engaging panel discussions to creative drink & draws, insightful workshops, and opportunities to connect […]
Another fun evening focused on connecting you to the creative community of Preston and the surrounding area. Book below or via our Eventbrite. We are back after our summer break! 'Hand Drawn & Quartered' invite you to meet your fellow illustrators and enjoy another fantastic Life Drawing session with our favourite model Ruby. This time […]
DRAWING FROM THE HEART is artist and illustrator Sam Taylor’s first solo show consisting of all original artworks. It pulls together years of drawing with ink and marker into an exhibition of weird creatures, intricate line work and bursts of colour. An exercise in tangibility, with a focus on analog methods, the artist presents his […]
Dyslexic illustrator, Spike, on how they navigate their way through this visual industry. Book below or via our Eventbrite. Welcome to the AOI meet-up for disabled illustrators, in the widest possible definition. In this meet-up we give the mic back to one of our attending community... Our guest speaker will be Spike - an illustrator […]
