As a book aimed at young people, it’s written in clear language by David Roberts that doesn’t shirk from incredulity at some of the staggering events and the reactions from men (and some women) in power as the campaign for votes for women continued on for far too long.

Varoom 40 is a fascinating look at visualising alternatives.

Populated by Giants and Trolls this multi-layered story has distinct threads to the Scandinavian folklore that Hilda’s creator, Luke Pearson, acknowledges as an inspiration, resulting in a latent darkness and obvious magic that lends a classic quality to the narrative.

Jessica Love talks about winning awards, choosing paper, creating passionate characters and negotiating in business.

This highly detailed illustrated book alive with textures and vibrant imagery is from the hand of artist and printmaker Graham Carter. The main excitement comes from his spectacular bird illustrations: the vivid colour and dynamic shapes helps to drive the narrative and grab our attention.

The AOI is delighted to support the Faber Andlyn Prize for undiscovered BAME writers and illustrators. The first prize for illustration was awarded jointly to Sarah Christou and Simji Park..

From Mog, to The Tiger Who Came To Tea, Judith Kerr’s creations have been part of childhood for several generations now. It is about time for a biography.

Joy Miessi transforms personal experiences into visual memorabilia through mixed media work. Both an illustrator and painter, Joy’s work reveals a varying range of themes, from past moments and conversations to intimate thoughts. In this article from Varoom 39, Aisha Ayoade talks to Joy about the concept of nostalgia and how the past is made present in their work.

Chromatopia covers the history of colour development from prehistoric times, right up to new pigments being developed in later years.

Join us for our exciting events programme, exploring what it means to innovate! From artist-led workshops, to talks and seminars, find something new to inspire your practice!  All events can..

The Klaus Flugge Prize for most exciting newcomer to children’s picture book illustration awarded to Jessica Love for Julian is a Mermaid

Migrations is a lovely pocket sized book, filled with images and words from illustrators which encourage the viewer to mull on what it means to leave for a new, maybe safer, future. As relevant now as it was a few years ago at the start of its journey.

Joey Yu grew up in the UK, but as a child went to Hong Kong with her family most summers. In Varoom 39 she talks about her nostalgic feelings for these trips and her other travels.

This October, we’re at Hoxton Arches exploring what it means to be innovative in the context of illustration, asking; how can this versatile medium be stretched to its creative limits?

What makes a successful portfolio? Quality work is often the answer, but we tend to undermine presentation in this equation. In Part 2 of Driving Business, we interview Nikki Groom and Josh McKenna about how they manage their online presence and shops, and how they help to drive their success.

Sennep Games’ Alphaputt is a mobile game that combines the studio’s passions for typography, crazy golf and pop culture from the 1980s and 90s. Shane Walter talks to creative director Matt Rice about how Sennep’s nostalgic fantasy world became a reality.

Serena Katt talks to Paul Gravett for the Nostalgia issue about her graphic memoir of her grandfather, ‘Sunday’s Child’, which considers what we choose to remember and to forget.

There are few things more heartbreaking or traumatic for a child than to lose a parent. Mum’s Jumper attempts to tackle this agonising scenario, by telling the story of a girl trying to understand and cope with the death of her mother.

London-based illustrator and designer Tim Easley is best known for his bright palette and bold lines, imaginatively fusing playful characters and hand drawn lettering. Having also worked stints in Tokyo..

Two months after winning the inaugural AOI Members Awards at the World Illustration Awards 2019 exhibition, we celebrate conceptual Illustrator Thomas Paterson once again as our Illustrator of the Month.

Jinhwa is an illustrator based in New York. She grew up in South Korea and China. She is influenced by her city life, where she draws people, streets and buildings…

Manshen Lo created the artwork for the cover of the Nostalgia issue of Varoom. We asked her about her concept and process.

Featuring an unlikely female anti-hero who is well into middle age and has hardly any redeeming features, with this graphic novel Posy Simmonds has put her finger on the zeitgeist, presenting to the reader a world no longer sure of itself, where pigeons always come home to roost.

Dani is an illustrator based in New York. She graduated with a BFA in Communication Design from Washington University in St. Louis and is pursuing her MFA degree in Illustration..

Giovanni Benedetti (aka Muto) grew up in Modena, Italy. Later on he moved to Milan where he earned his masters degree in architecture at the Polytechnic University. He currently lives..

Fruzsina is a Glasgow-based freelance illustrator and graphic designer, originally from Budapest. She studied MA Graphic Design at the Hungarian University of Fine Arts and she is currently studying M.Des..

Eleni Debo is a Belgian illustrator living in the Italian Alps. Since finishing her master’s degree in visual arts in 2015, she makes illustrations for books, prints, editorials and campaigns..

No matter if you are a newbie or a seasoned pro, a portfolio is essential to showcase the best of your work (and yourself) to potential clients. In order to do that, you will need a website that stands out. In this new article, we ask Illustrators Sam Taylor and Claudine O’Sullivan for their insights and tips on what makes a successful online portfolio.

This clever and intricate set of illustrations is a feast of interactive images in a relatively slim volume, bursting with facts and providing the reader with an immersive, surprising and fun experience.

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