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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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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. Looking for visual inspiration? Or are you just wondering what sort of commercial art can win awards these days? New Talent Overall Winner: FETCH!

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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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10 excellent books for illustrators to inspire and help refine skills

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Image licensed via Adobe Stock Boost your abilities and raise your earning power with the best art books on the market. We present a curated list to help you develop your illustration practice. Building your skills as an illustrator is mainly about practice, practice, practice. But you have to know the fundamentals first.

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Illustrator Katie Smith on drawing comforting characters that inspire creativity

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The world of Bath-based illustrator Katie Smith is populated with googly-eyed characters that evoke a comforting sense of nostalgia. Katie Smith is an illustrator whose style consists of unique and bold character designs. And rather than being intimidated by her inspirations, she feeds them into her work.

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Yuki Uebo's crowded illustrations are inspired by the hustle and bustle of Tokyo life

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Tokyo-based illustrator Yuki Uebo creates messy, densely-packed images that reflect the crowded lifestyle of Japan's capital city. And it's this crowded way of living which has inspired local illustrator Yuki Uebo to fill her drawings with as many people as possible while also capturing the unique essence of Japan in the process.

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10 brilliant illustrators you should have on your radar

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We've got a selection of 10 amazing illustrators that are sure to inspire you. Looking to commission an illustrator or just seeking fresh visual inspiration for your own work? It's easy to get stuck looking at the same kind of art, time and time again, in a kind of artistic version of an echo chamber.