About me

I’m excited by shapes, form, movement and colour. The tip of a pine-tree, the wave before it drops, the corner of a building, the curve of an eyebrow; I find these forms exciting. A kingfisher’s feathers, new sneakers, new sunrises, orange Lego blocks; I find these colours exciting. In life we’re provided with endless forms and colours and I excitedly recreate them in my illustration work, I enjoy creating exciting illustration, illustration that excites people. I am a highly experienced illustrator, renowned for a positive, creative outlook and a solid understanding of commercial design, the visual arts and successful business. I love it. I relish diversity and welcome all opportunities; large or small, print or digital, editorial, advertising, publishing, interiors, fashion, surface patterns, murals and any other world beyond.

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• I worked with Awemous to create the cover illustration for MKG's seasonal brochure, focusing on the return to hospitality post-pandemic.
• I can't see how to add a new project anymore, is there a limit to the number of projects you can have?
• Does anyone have connections in the emoji-design world? I'd love to be doing more... https://the-dots.com/projects/elton-john-emoji-358895

Projects

• Hachette LearningI had the opportunity to create a collection of vibrant and engaging illustrations for Hachette Learning, a leading educational publisher. These visuals were designed to enhance their website, bringing a sense of energy, diversity, and warmth to the platform. The illustrations celebrate education in all its forms, capturing the experiences of students from school to college, educators, and the joy of learning. Each piece reflects the diversity of youth in education, emphasizing inclusivity and
• What are they looking at?Step into the unknown with this captivating illustration, perfect for a sci-fi book cover. A mysterious light beckons, drawing you into a world of intrigue and magic. ✨ Whether you’re in publishing or editorial illustration, this piece is a striking example of how art can bring otherworldly stories to life.
• Relaaax✨ Immerse yourself in a world of color and calm. ✨ This dreamy, meditative illustration is a visual escape—designed to inspire and uplift. Perfect for editorial, publishing, and ad campaigns that embrace bold storytelling and vibrant aesthetics.
• The Perfect Icelandic CabinI recently stumbled across this article on Business Insider, featuring a house designed by KRADS and had to illustrate it. A serene, atmospheric illustration featuring a black wood cabin nestled in the stark, rugged landscape of Iceland. Above, the mesmerizing aurora borealis (northern lights) dances across the night sky, casting ethereal greens, purples, and blues that reflect subtly on the snow-dusted ground. The minimal, Scandinavian architecture of the cabin contrasts beautifully with the v
• Room for WellnessI have always enjoyed illustrating interiors, I’m a fanboy for furniture and plants, so that helps. I also love to create a space, to set a scene and evoke a mood, without anything more than colour, lighting and air! In a world of technology, social media and global 24 hour news, I wanted to create a space that serves just one purpose, wellness. A place to breathe and feel positive and clear. Vibrant graphic illustration showcasing a serene wellness scene: a mindful individual meditating amidst
• RainStorytelling illustration from my personal portfolio.

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Work history

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IllustratorBen the Illustrator
Apr 2005Frome, United KingdomFreelance
Bringing the colour.

Skills

• Landscape
• Advertising
• Editorial
• Illustration
• Graphic
• Pattern Design
• Colour
• Portraits
• Surface and Pattern Design
• Vector
• Vector Art
• Contemporary
• Figurative
• Food Illustration

Education

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BA(Hons) AnimationSurrey Institute of Art and Design
Sep 1996 - Jul 1999United Kingdom
Art and Design Foundation Diploma
Sep 1995 - Jul 1996London, United Kingdom