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Ready to get your work seen? Showcase your work where art directors are already looking. Gain visibility, connect with industry decision-makers, and put your portfolio in front of the people who can hire you. Visibility matters—make it easy for them to find you. 📧 Get in touch today at [email protected] 👉 Visit the Directory of Illustration to learn more. Link in bio. 🎨 Illustration by Emanuel Wiemans (@emanuel_wiemans ), represented by Folio Illustration Agency (@folioart ). #illustrators #animators #digitalartists #artistportfolio #creativecareers #artdirectors #hireartists #illustrationartists #animationcommunity #motiondesigners #creativeplatform #artistpromotion #directoryofillustration
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"Whatever the medium, what matters is the emotion and ideas that emerge. Renewing myself, enjoying and trusting the creative process is my modus vivendi.” ~ Christiane Beauregard NEW INTERVIEW with Christiane Beauregard (@christianebeauregard ), Workbook's Directory of Illustration 2025 Cover Artist! We had the great pleasure of interviewing our talented cover artist, Christiane Beauregard, a Canadian illustrator, artist, and designer known for her poetic, whimsical style who has been bringing imagination and refinement to diverse projects for over three decades. Christiane is represented by Rapp Art (@rappart ) Read the full interview, browse the book online, and view more of her beautiful work on the Directory of Illustration. @workbookart #coverartist #coverart #illustrationart #canadianillustrator #artistinterview #creativeprocess #illustratorsoninstagram #femaleillustrator #directoryofillustration #workbookcover #whimsicalart #digitalillustration #flatdesign #artanddesign #artemotion #visualstorytelling #poeticart #artistspotlight #editorialillustration
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“Trust the process… it all comes together eventually.” ✨ In our exclusive interview with this year's cover artist, Christiane Beauregard (@christianebeauregard ) shares timeless advice for emerging artists—highlighting the importance of Passion, Perseverance, and Patience. Head to the Directory of Illustration blog to read the full conversation and get inspired by Christiane’s creative journey. Link in bio. Christiane is represented by Rapp Art (@rappart ). #illustration #artistinterview #christianebeauregard #illustratoradvice #creativejourney #artcareer #directoryofillustration #illustrationcommunity #emergingartists
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Color, movement, and the spirit of the city. 🌆 Jordi Ferrándiz (@_jordibestiola_ ) created this vibrant digital illustration as a color proposal for the La Rambla poster commissioned by Amics de la Rambla. Rich in atmosphere and rhythm, the piece captures the iconic energy of one of Barcelona’s most recognizable streets. Jordi is represented by Rapp Art (@rappart ). Explore more of his portfolio on the Directory of Illustration. Link in bio. #editorialillustration #digitalillustration #posterdesign #barcelona #larambla #visualstorytelling #illustrationartists #citylife #contemporaryillustration #artanddesign
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✨️Just 2 weeks to go until we announce the WIA2026 Longlist! 👉️ Our jury of 30 judges across 10 categories are currently reviewing your entries and picking out their favorite projects for the Longlist. 📢 We will be announcing the full Longlist at the end of May, so make sure to sign up to our mailing list to be the first to hear updates 💌 The #worldillustrationawards are presented by @TheAOI in partnership with us at @DirIllustration - celebrating great illustration from across the globe! Sponsored by @Procreate @londonbookfair @escapemotions @xppen #societyofartistsagents
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Illustrator spotlight: Matthew Cook(@matthewcook9060 ) From bustling city streets to quiet architectural moments, Matthew’s watercolor and line work captures the character and atmosphere of place with remarkable ease. His expressive urban scenes balance observation with spontaneity, bringing movement, texture, and storytelling to every composition. Over the course of his career, Matthew has documented everything from Wimbledon and Royal Ascot to General Elections and international assignments for The Times and Condé Nast Traveller—building a reputation for location illustration that is both timeless and deeply human. Matthew is represented by Mendola Artists (@mendolaartists ). Explore more of his portfolio on the Directory of Illustration. Link in bio. #illustratorspotlight #watercolorillustration #urbanillustration #locationdrawing #editorialillustration #cityscapes #travelillustration #visualstorytelling #illustrationartists #urbansketch
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Where stories begin—around the table. Mark Smith (@marksmithillustration ) captures the intimacy of book clubs in this editorial illustration for Alta Journal, inspired by the author’s earliest literary conversations at home. Mark Smith is represented by Salzman International (@salzmanart ). Explore more of his work on the Directory of Illustration. Link in bio. #editorialillustration #bookclub #readinglife #illustrationgram #literature #visualideas #creativework #storytelling #artanddesign
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To the ones who nurture, support, and shape the world around us 🌸 A special Mother’s Day selection featuring work by: Olivia Waller (@owaller ), represented by @folioart Elizabeth Rosen (@elizabethrosenart ), represented by @morgangaynin Ester Zirilli (@ester.psd ), represented by @salzmanart Alyah Holmes (@artbyalyah ), represented by @weareillustrationx Josephine Walz (@josephinewalz.studio ) Alex Herrerias (@alexherreriasilustrador ) Stefano Vitale (@stef.vitale ), represented by @lindgrensmith Sue Todd (@suetoddillustration ) Happy Mother’s Day 💐 #happymothersday #illustrationgram #creativecommunity #artanddesign #visualstorytelling #editorialart #illustrationinspiration #family #celebration
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Science, reimagined for the future. Sam Chivers (@sam.chivers ) explores “The Thrill of Science in 2042” in this editorial series for Nautilus Magazine, art directed by Liz Greene—a forward-looking vision of curiosity and discovery. Sam is represented by Début Art (@_debutart ). Explore more of his portfolio on the Directory of Illustration. Link in bio. #conceptualart #editorialillustration #futureofscience #nautilusmagazine #illustrationinspiration #sciencecommunication #visualideas #creativework #artanddesign
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Science, discovery, and the search for better answers. Luisa Jung (@luisa.jung.works ) created this opener for C&EN, illustrating a story on the limitations of current Alzheimer’s disease drugs and the new pathways scientists are exploring. Luisa is represented by Salzman International (@salzmanart ). Explore more of her work on the Directory of Illustration. Link in bio. #editorialillustration #scienceart #alzheimersresearch #medicalart #visualcommunication #conceptualillustration #illustrationgram #innovation #healthscience
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Out of the blue—and into the future. 🚀 Recent work from Rocco Baviera (@roccobaviera ), shared in honor of the astronauts and teams involved in the Artemis II mission. Originally commissioned for Trends Quarterly Magazine. Rocco is represented by Mendola Artists (@mendolaartists ). Explore his portfolio on the Directory of Illustration. Link in bio. #spaceart #artemisii #conceptualart #illustrationinspiration #nasa #spacefuture #editorialillustration #creativework #innovation
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