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

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Since graduating from the School of Visual Arts in 2022, her distinctive illustration style has been recognised by the Society of Illustrators, Creative Quarterly, and the World Illustration Awards. The core of my art lies in its ability to stir emotions, spark thoughts, and initiate conversations," Esther tells Creative Boom.

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Holly Stapleton mixes gouache with digital art to create works bathed in golden hour light

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The Toronto-based artist masterfully mixes hand-painted gouache with digital art to achieve this unique style. "I Completely self-taught, Holly didn't undertake any formal training or higher education in illustrator or visual arts. So I moved back to Toronto and sent my work to a few art directors.

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Yuchen Lu creates dreamlike illustrations inspired by Greek mythology and Chinese folklore

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Born and raised in Beijing, Yuchen Lu grew up surrounded by an art-loving family. She even lived very close to China's top art school, the Central Academy of Fine Arts, which further nurtured her appreciation. I was lucky to have more access to art than most Chinese children," she tells Creative Boom.

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Haruko Hayakawa creates surreal CG artwork packed with humour and subversion

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For as long as she can remember, Haruko Hayakawa has always been drawn to art and the act of creation, whether that was drawings, sewing or exploring digital art. Haruko would go on to study 3D, motion and VFX at the School of Visual Arts, but later dropped out after feeling that the industry was not the right fit for her.

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10 best artist and illustration agents in New York City

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With the rise of digital tools both for making art and sending it around the world in an instant, in one sense, it's now easier than ever to make money as a freelance illustrator. With its rich tapestry of art galleries, publishing houses and media outlets, New York City is a veritable hub for illustration agents.

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Changyu Zou creates stunning illustrations inspired by the beauty and romance of poetry

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Georgia-based freelance illustrator Changyu Zou creates surreal, dream-like illustrations that harness the written language's powers and convert them into images that will transport you to another world. Originally from China, Changyu moved overseas to study an MFA in illustration at the Savannah College of Art.

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Julie Alex's slanted still-life illustrations are a love letter to her many passions

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"She's why I didn't quit it during my university years," says Julie, who only attended art school for a couple of weeks before going to university to study to become a history teacher. I became a freelance illustrator because this is what I've always wanted. She showed me it's possible to turn your hobby into a career. "I