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Illustrator Charles Bailey uses a deliberately naive art style to talk about difficult subjects

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Somerset-based illustrator, Charles Bailey channels the likes of Quentin Blake and Spike Milligan in his naive, expressive artwork, which explores complex themes. Ever since he was young, he's had a passion for art. Studying illustration at Exeter changed all that. I enjoy simplicity within art," he reveals.

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Illustrator Chad Grenier on how he connects with people through art and follows his dreams

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Quebec-based illustrator and graphic designer Chad Grenier uses his beautiful illustrations as a means of connecting with other people and the world around him. As well as being a way for him to discover himself, art also helps him conquer social anxiety and develop connections with other people.

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22 amazing works of art to inspire you from the World Illustration Awards 2023

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Professional Exploration Category Winner: The Governess by Trevin Wyant We reveal the winners of the World Illustration Awards 2023, and share their winning pieces. Or are you just wondering what sort of commercial art can win awards these days? In both cases, we've got 22 pieces of illustration that you simply have to check out.

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Illustrators on the challenges facing them in 2024, and how they're responding

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We canvassed the views of illustrators, who shared their biggest challenges and explained what they're doing to meet them. Working as an illustrator is a fun way to earn a living, but it's not without its challenges, not least the need to constantly adapt to new challenges and shifting paradigms. Sebastian Abboud tells a similar story.

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Esther Tang's gloriously textural illustrations help her connect to the world emotionally

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New York City-based illustrator Esther Tang communicates her emotions and connects to the world through her delightfully nuanced and universally resonant work. Connection and communication are at the heart of Esther Tang's illustrations. Sounds, smiles, touch, and my environment influence my illustrations in many aspects.

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Qianhui Yu's surreal and inspirational illustrations shine a spotlight on social problems

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Stoke-on-Trent-based illustrator and animator Qianhui Yu is on a mission to highlight social problems and tell stories from new perspectives. She's doing this by creating imaginative illustrations imbued with a healthy dose of feminism. Outside of her animation work, Qianhui is also making waves as an illustrator.

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World Illustration Awards 2023 announces shortlist of incredible illustrators

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Sara Neuhart – Visual Thoughts on Current Affairs (Editorial) Over 5,000 entries to this year's World Illustration Awards have been whittled to a shortlist of 200 incredible artists. Rachel Hill, CEO of the Association of Illustrators, says: "We are delighted to announce the 2023 World Illustration Awards shortlist.