Illustrator, visual communicator, and designer, Genaro Martinez Medina, looks to his Mexican culture for inspiration for his richly coloured illustrated works. Originally from Mexico City, he came to the UK to study Illustration at University of West England. Often including visual metaphors within his works, Genaro powerfully tells stories through…
Yes, we know, we can’t believe another year is almost over, but with that means a bright new start with lots of exciting things on the horizon. And, of course (and maybe, more importantly), the opportunity to bag yourself a new calendar and get your 2025 organised. Showcasing and supporting…
Amelia Bown, a Northamptonshire based printmaker and illustrator, produces intricate original screen prints and illustrations with the aim to promote the beauty of the natural world. Amelia studied MA in Visual Communication (Illustration) at the University of Derby in 2012, and after a break following graduation, returned to the art…
London’s biggest artist-led illustration event will be returning in less than two weeks time to a new venue, London’s iconic Truman Brewery, in the heart of Shoreditch, with another jam-packed festival of illustration! Celebrate all things illustration at The London Illustration Fair (LIF) from November 29th to 1st December with…
Sarah Sumeray is the face behind THIS IS FUN, ISN’T IT, a digital artist taking inspiration from vintage design and old comics. With a detail-focused approach, Sarah makes her work look as convincing and authentic as possible by using aged and distressed effects, halftones, and retro-style illustration, all designed to…
Illustrator Mandy Finke has spent the last month experimenting with translating some of her more “painterly” illustrations into Risograph prints. Instead of using the normal kind of file setup, she turned her drawings into fake CMYK. Mandy’s illustrations cover subjects including people, nature, folklore, food, travel, and the built environment…
For over 20 years Claire Edge has been working as a printmaker, producing collagraph and relief prints. However, recently she has focused her practice on the creation of reduction lino prints featuring nature, animals, flowers, plants, still life, and interiors. Claire attended Cardiff School of Art & Design and graduated…
Brian Puke is the brainchild of Liam Ashley Clark, a multidisciplinary artist and illustrator based in Norfolk. The zine series showcase Liam’s quick ink drawings, taking inspiration from the D.I.Y. cultures and creators of skateboarding, punk, hip-hop, and folk scenes. Originally intended to be just a one-off, Liam has just…
Last month we were kindly gifted two rolls from the Natural Line by Hahnemühle, so we put a call out on Threads for artists and designers who would like to see their work printed on the new sustainable range. We had so many submissions and the artwork was incredible! We…
Liam Ashley Clark has been making and showing work for over a decade, since graduating from Norwich University of the Arts in 2012. He moved to Norwich from just down the road in Ipswich to study Fine Art, and has stayed in the city ever since. In 2018, Liam went…
Capturing the essence of colour, form, and the human figure, Leila Mead creates artworks across various mediums, with a particular emphasis on printmaking and drawing. Recently, Leila has shifted her focus toward the beauty of everyday life and the simple things that bring her joy, as well as fully embracing…
Berlin-based mixed media artist Burak Erkil graduated from Bauhaus University back in 2017 as part of the Public Art and New Artistic Strategies MFA Program in Weimar. His thesis, I AM SORRY, I AM A DOG, explored the 1910 deportation and subsequent killing of approximately 80,000 stray dogs from Istanbul…
The go-to event for illustration and print lovers is back for 2024! London Illustration Fair (LIF) will be returning to Oxo Tower Wharf from 29th November to 1st December 2024 and their artist call out is now open. LIF are looking for illustrators, graphic designers, and creative craftspeople to exhibit…
A Scottish native currently based on the North-East coast, Eva Crawford-McKee works as a graphic designer, creating pieces that are bold in colour and feature funky typography. Eva works to both personal and client briefs across a range of deliverables, and also facilitates art projects in Aberdeenshire in a voluntary…
Simona De Leo is a freelance illustrator, primarily working in publishing and editorial. Currently, her output focuses on illustration for fiction and non-fiction book covers, as well as the development of her own art print collection in which she freely follows her creativity without adhering to a specific brief. “I…
Hannah Durham is the printmaker and illustrator behind a studio, somewhere. Based in Wales, she began exploring her creative practice in 2021 and found her love for printmaking after attending Risograph and screen printing courses at The Printhaus in Cardiff, where she is now a member. Working primarily from her…
On the blog with Verfied People of Print member, Mandy Finke. Mandy is an artist and illustrator based in Amsterdam. Her distinct style and mark-making are what capture viewers’ attention, here we find out more about her process, work, and inspirations. For new visitors, please tell us what you do…
The newest edition of Posterzine, the monthly poster-come-magazine renowned for its fusion of art and print, showcases the captivating work of Manchester-based artist Joe O’Donnell. Known online as Donnie O’Donnell, Joe has attracted audiences worldwide with his whimsically wiggly illustrations of animals and nature. Oozing pixelated charm, Joe presents animals…
Michelle Wagenaar is a freelance illustrator based in the Netherlands, and uses her creativity to craft vibrant posters that acknowledge life’s melancholic aspects. Initially conceived as a side project, aimed at exploring the inevitable sombre sentiments of life in a whimsical light, it has evolved into a cheerful assortment that…
In a digital age where AI-generated art is becoming increasingly prevalent, Pablo Delcan, a New York-based graphic designer, has introduced a unique twist to the concept with his project, PromptBrush. This initiative stands out as a “non-AI generative art model,” offering a personalised and human touch to digital art creation.…