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The 20 illustrators inspiring us the most in 2025

Creative Boom

The consensus from industry leaders is that to survive as a freelancer , illustrators need to double down on what makes them unique and carve out a distinctive style to set them apart. His instantly recognisable signature style and observational take on modern life have made him one of the most sought-after artists in the world.

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From fine art to Photoshop: Sam Gilbey's illustrious career so far

Creative Boom

Come with us on a deep dive into the last twenty years of Sam Gilbey's freelance illustration practice. If you're a person who knows and follows the world of visual arts, I'd only have to say "painterly pop culture portraits", and your mind would go straight to Sam Gilbey 's work.

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Metals is the design and direction studio shaking up music industry visuals

Its Nice That

After graduating, they both began freelancing and their paths were to converge – they remained online acquaintances. Looking back at his time at a traditional design studio Chase says: “It was a little more corporate and a little more safe in terms of design, so the only way I could truly experiment was to freelance.”

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Spring, Death and Rebirth: Beautiful Concept Artworks and Illustrations of Quanyi

Design You Trust

Quanyi is a Chinese freelance illustrator and concept artist based in Guiyang, China. Specializing in visual art, Quanyi has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry, particularly in concept design and illustration.

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10 best artist and illustration agents in New York City

Creative Boom

Bertrand Aznar, represented by Illustration Division Whether you need representation or are looking to hire an artist or illustrator, these are the best places to head to in New York City. These behind-the-scenes champions of artistic talent serve as the bridge between artists and the industries that crave their creativity.

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10 brilliant illustrators you should have on your radar

Creative Boom

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. In the following article, we spotlight an incredible 10 Caper artists you should add to your radar.

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

Creative Boom

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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