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| OLDER POSTS October 23, 2018 FEELING SPORTY   October 16, 2018 SKY TOWER IN AUCKLAND  October 9, 2018 DEVIL’S BACKBONE BREWING COMPANY  October 2, 2018 TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE  September 25, 2018 GET YOUR VACCINATIONS!  September 18, 2018 WELCOME MANUEL!  September 11, 2018 ANATOMY FOR KIDS  September 4, 2018 FAMILY SECRETS?  August 28, 2018 ICY ICE CREAM BIRTHDAYS AHEAD!  August 21, 2018 FUN FOOD PACKAGING!  August 14, 2018 SPIRITS OF THE WILD  August 7, 2018 WSJ: OFF DUTY TRAVEL  July 31, 2018 HOT OFF THE PRESSES!  July 24, 2018 PHILLY SIPS!  July 17, 2018 HAPPY KIDS!  July 10, 2018 GOLD MEDAL WINNERS!  July 3, 2018 DOG DAY!  June 26, 2018 2018 3 x 3 BEST IN SHOW!  June 19, 2018 FOOD FOIBLES  June 12, 2018 FUN FACTS!  June 5, 2018 BODY WISDOM  May 29, 2018 MEN ON THE MOON  May 22, 2018 THE KING OF EMBARRASSING MOMENTS!  May 15, 2018 GLOBAL, DIVERSE AND MULTICULTURAL  May 8, 2018 STORYWORKS!  May 1, 2018 FROM HISTORY TO NETFLIX!  April 24, 2018 FUN-A-DAY HEROES  April 17, 2018 HAPPY SPRING!  April 10, 2018 AWARD WINNING SPORTS ARTIST!  April 3, 2018 TY THE TURTLE IN THE LAND OF CAN'TS  March 27, 2018 A Brighter Future  March 20 2018 GOOD GRIEF!  March 13, 2018 TELLING THE HARRIET TUBMAN STORY  March 6, 2018 IT MAY BE A TOON TIME!  February 27, 2018 BEEN TO SPACE PARK?  February 20, 2018 IS 2018 A LUCKY YEAR FOR REAL ESTATE?  February 13, 2018 ROSES ARE RED, ICE CREAM IS SWEET!  February 6, 2018 PLANES, TRAINS & FREIGHTERS  January 30, 2018 MAKING HEADLINES AROUND THE GLOBE!  January 23, 2018 WHO DOESN’T LOVE S’MORES?  January 16, 2018 WE HAVE A WINNER!  January 9, 2018 WELCOME BLAYNE FOX!  January 2, 2018 WARNING: BOY DISAPPEARS HOLDING RED BALLOONS  December 19, 2017 CREATIVE QUARTERLY NEWS  December 12, 2017 CYBER SHOPPING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON?  December 5, 2017 WHAT STATE HAS THE HIGHEST FLOOD RISK?  November 28, 2017 DUPUYTREN’S CONTRACTURE  November 14, 2017 BANKING FUN FOR CIBC!  November 8, 2017 STEP RIGHT UP!  November 1, 2017 Communication Arts Winner!!  October 25, 2017 HALLOWEEN NEWS!  October 24, 2017 WHERE DO COWS GO ON VACATION?  October 16, 2017 TIME FOR A CHARGE!  October 10, 2017 TEA TIME!  October 3, 2017 JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER!  September 26,2017 TEXAS MADE BY H-E-B  September 19, 2017 Who, What, When and HOW!  September 12, 2017 RETRO COOL MEETS MAGESTIC!  September 5, 2017 AWARD WINNER YET AGAIN!  August 21, 2017 GUESS WHO TURNED 73?  August 15, 2017  August 8, 2017 POLLY WANT A CRACKER?  August 1, 2017 A VIEW FROM BELOW!  JULY 25, 2017 SIZZLIN SUMMER READS  July 18, 2017 A HEARTY HELLO TO VIVIAN!  July 11, 2017 BIG HELLO TO SYD WEILER  July 5, 2017 WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS  June 27, 2017 SWIRLS, CURLS and GIRLS  June 20, 2017 AUTHOR ILLUSTRATOR!  June 13, 2017 “WHO WAS” GOES TO NETFLIX!  June 6, 2017 PRESIDENTIAL ART  May 30, 2017 LLAMA LLAMA GIVES THANKS  May 23, 2017 DO YOU HAVE A CLIF BAR KID?  May 16, 2017 MAKING CHILDREN HAPPY  May 9, 2017 UNCORKING A LIE  May 3, 2017 I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM  April 25, 2017 WHO IS NANCY HARRISON?  April 20, 2017 AMERICAN GODS  April 18, 2017 SAY HI TO ANNE-MARIE BOURGEOIS!  April 11, 2017 FOR THE KID IN ALL OF US!  April 4, 2017 SNL CAN’T HAVE ALL THE FUN!  March 21, 2017 WELCOME IRINA!  March 15, 2017 TIRE TIME  March 8, 2017 SLEEP! WHAT’S YOUR POSITION?  March 1, 2017 IT’S MARCH!  February 22, 2017 HOME ON THE RANGE  February 15, 2017 ADVENTURES IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS  February 8, 2017 LEAVE US LEAP  February 1, 2017 ILLUSTRATING HISTORY  January 24, 2017 WE HAVE A WINNER!  January 18, 2017 COWBOYS & CAMPFIRES  January 11, 2017 SAY HELLO TO LAURA!  January 3, 2017 FEEDING THE BUZZ  December 14, 2016 PORTRAIT OF ABE LINCOLN  December 7, 2016 FOOTPRINTS IN THE SNOW  November 29, 2016 COWBOYS & CATTLE  November 10, 2016 WELCOME SCIENCE PICTURE CO!  November 2, 2016 BICYCLE BUILT FOR TWO!  October 28, 2016 THE NIGHT BEFORE.....  October 12, 2016 WITCH SWITCH  October 4, 2016 CANDY CANE ICE CREAM!  September 28, 2016 MORE AMISH MYSTERIES  September 20, 2016 WINGS OVER WASHINGTON  September 13, 2016 ZIKA  September 8, 2016 TALK WITH ME  August 31, 2016 SOME GOOD TEXAS FUN!  August 23, 2016 END-OF-SUMMER READING!  August 16, 2016 BRAND VALUES  August 10, 2016 WHAT DID YOU LEARN TODAY?  August 3, 2016 LOOKING FOR EGG-CEPTIONAL ILLUSTRATION?  July 28, 2016 FROM A DISTANCE!  July 20, 2016 MAKE A SPLASH!  July 15, 2016 CUTE CREEPY CRAWLIES!  July 5, 2016 BEN NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD!  June 29, 2016 REI CELEBRATES JULY 4th!  June 28, 2016 SUGARCREEK MYSTERIES  June 20, 2016 JUST IN-Shortlisted at CANNES!  June 15, 2016 HONORABLE JERRY!  June 15, 2016 ANOTHER WINNER!  June 8, 2016 TECH HEADS!  June 3, 2016 AND THE NOMINEE IS: JAKE MURRAY!  May 31, 2016 JUST PEACHY!  May 17, 2016 WE WELCOME BRAVE UNION!  May 11, 2016 AND THE WINNER IS??????  May 2, 2016 RETRO COMICS!  April 25, 2016 NEVER STOP GROWING!  April 18, 2016 PHYSICALLY FIT or FISCALLY FIT?  April 11, 2016 HUNDREDS OF TITLES...HUNDREDS OF TOPICS!  April 5, 2016 ANOTHER WINNER!  March 29, 2016 CONGRATS!  March 18 FOR LOVE OR MONEY  March 11, 2016 BOOKS, COMPS, STORYBOARDS AND MORE!  March 5, 2016 HEALTHY ART!  February 29, 2016 TIME TO LEAP!  February 24,2016 READERS’ HELPER!  February 16, 2016 MEET GINA!  February 11, 2016 BACK TO THE FUTURE!  January 19, 2016 A DIFFERENT VIEW OF BROOKLYN!  January 4, 2016 WILL HE OR WON’T HE?  December 28, 2015 WINTER WONDERLAND!  December 15, 2015 HAPPY HUMOROUS HOLIDAYS!  December 14, 2015 Serving it up with SERVSAFE!  December 2, 2015 INTRIGUE AT SEA!  November 30, 2015 A JOURNEY TO HELP KIDS!  November 23, 2015 THE UMBRELLA FACTORY!  November 17, 2015 MURDER IN THE NAPA VALLEY!  November 11, 2015 TRILOGY  November 9, 2015 HISTORY OF FUN STUFF!  November 2, 2015 HOT OFF THE PRESSES!  October 29, 2015 HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!  October 28, 2015 Numbers game!!  October 26, 2015 MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE!  October 23, 2014 Murder, He Paints.....  October 19, 2015 HOT OFF THE PRESSES!  October 16, 2015 Cool!  October 12, 2015 WHO?????  October 8, 2015 THE GREAT OUTDOORS...plus!  October 6, 2015 SAY HELLO TO JAKE!  September 10, 2015 A GREAT ADDITION!  September 8, 2015 THE MEASLY VIRUS  September 1, 2015 COVER ART  August 20, 2015 IT’S A MERMAID WORLD!  August 14, 2015 FORE  July 31, 2015 TEETH FAIRIES!  |
FEELING SPORTY October 23, 2018 Check out some great new work coming in from illustrator, Martin Wickstrom. Be it rugby, tennis, soccer, or baseball, everyone is clearly a winner. To see more of his vast array of wonderful images, scenes and travels, click here.   SKY TOWER IN AUCKLAND October 16, 2018 For those headed to New Zealand, the Sky Tower is a major attraction for celebrations of all sorts. It is ‘bucket-list’ worthy. While waiting in line for a ticket, take a good look at the murals, created by our own Jo Tronc. Filled with doodles, facts and figures, Jo’s artwork helps to create an even greater experience for visitors! To see more great art and lettering by Jo, click over HERE!  DEVIL’S BACKBONE BREWING COMPANY October 9, 2018 Who’s sporting a whole new look for fall? The Virginia-based, Devil’s Backbone Brewing Company! Brian Miller, of Orlin Culture Shop, LLC and David Moore, both contributed their beautiful and awe-inspiring outdoor landscapes to dress the labels, cans, bottles and packaging of this award winning beer crafter. There are many more beers to see (and explore) in the line-up, so be sure to check online. To see more from these great illustrators, click HERE for more from Brian and HERE for more from David.  TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE October 2, 2018 Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell of Brave Union were tapped to create a cover image for Travel with Purpose. The article explores people using creativity and an adventurous spirit to conserve outdoor wild spaces. Click HERE to see more from Brave Union.  GET YOUR VACCINATIONS! September 25, 2018 Syd Weiler had a great opportunity to illustrate an article about the importance of vaccinations for The Center for Disease Control ‘s (CDC) website. The site addresses everything you need to know about vaccinations from in-utero to in college! Click here to learn all about it, direct from the CDC. To see more great work by Syd, hop over to HERE!  WELCOME MANUEL! September 18, 2018 Please help us welcome Manuel Gutierrez to our creative family of illustrators. From the day he was old enough to hold a pencil, Manuel has been drawing comics, characters and anything else he could capture or conjure. Today, Manuel creates realistic, graphic, or even comic book style art for a variety of clients worldwide.. He has worked with DC Comics, Marvel Comics, and many production houses and advertising agencies. Click here to see more of his portfolio now!  ANATOMY FOR KIDS September 11, 2018 Imagine explaining anatomy and illness to the little ones? That is why our masters level biomedical illustrators have come up with some kid-friendly ways to show children more about their bodies and how things work in a more relevant way. These anatomy dolls are just the tip of the iceberg in what Articulate Graphics can do. To see more the team of Sharon and Joel Harris, click HERE.  FAMILY SECRETS? September 4, 2018 Check out this latest series of books from Guideposts Publishers, Secrets of Wayfarers Inn. Each beautiful cover is painstakingly illustrated by Bob Kayganich. The depth and details on the covers lead you into each page-turning story. There are secrets, surprises and more! To see what else Bob has been up to, click HERE!  ICY ICE CREAM BIRTHDAYS AHEAD! August 28, 2018 What kid (or adult) doesn’t’ love ice cream? Well, how about this new game, Icy Ice Cream? To start out, you are invited to the coolest birthday party in town! Choose your ingredients, grab your stuff and get ready to how make ice cream. With illustrations by Robin Boyer, you are sure to be the coolest player on the block. If you’re 4 (and up), you are in it to win it! Click HERE to see more winning illustrations by Robin, and stay cool!  FUN FOOD PACKAGING! August 21, 2018 Yulia Vysotskaya has been busy playing with her food! Her unique style and approach to her art has been welcomed to the world of food packaging and design. From Wedding Cake Ice Cream to natural whole grains, her colors and shapes come together and make you reach for it, right off the shelves. To see more work by Yulia, that we know you will just eat up, Click here!  SPIRITS OF THE WILD August 14, 2018 If you like board games, strategy, power, and spirit animals, Spirits of the Wild is the board game for you. Working closely with Mattel, Syd Weiler developed the packaging and game assets for this wonderful, 2-person game. Meet up with the ram, eagle, bison, wolf, deer, owl, salmon and turtle, collect your power stones, and — warning, beware of the Coyote! To see a glimpse into more of Syd’s illustrations, Click HERE.  WSJ: OFF DUTY TRAVEL August 7, 2018 The Wall Street Journal has long been known for providing insights and daily analytics to their readers. The OFF DUTY section offers the best of everything we encounter in our day-to-day lives. Recently, our own Brian E. Miller of Orlin Culture Shop had the pleasure of illustrating his take on the great American Road Trip, which is now ever changing and seriously upgraded, even luxurious. His unique imagination and style captured the theme magically. Click HERE to see more of Brian’s great work.  HOT OFF THE PRESSES! July 31, 2018 There is a new book on the market by our very own, Mark Collins. Filled with tongue-twisting rhyme and reason, Mark’s illustrations are for fans of furry friends everywhere! You can purchase his book today, at Barnes & Noble. To see more of Mark’s illustrations, click HERE!  PHILLY SIPS! July 24, 2018 The Center City District is having fun in Philly! It’s sippin’ time, and #CCDSips has all of the favorite bars, restaurants and hot spots in and around Philadelphia partaking. Illustrator Gerad Taylor, has created the poster to promote the summer-long listing of locales to get your luscious libations throughout town. To see more great work by Gerad, CLICK HERE. Cheers!  HAPPY KIDS! July 17, 2018 Illustrator Nathalie Beauvois has been busy filling loads of picture books with wonderful illustrations. From leaping little girls, unicorns, gecko’s, finicky cats, and the wily sly fox, Nathalie always brings her own personal style and palette to fit the words they adorn. Children of all ages (including us adults) will revel in the whimsy, style, brilliance and design. Click here to see more great work from Nathalie.  GOLD MEDAL WINNERS! July 10, 2018 Please help us congratulate Brave Union, for their award-winning cover of Currents, titled, “Weather Brexit”. Working with The Council for Advancement and Support of Education (CASE), this image yielded the highest honors, GOLD, for best cover illustration, in the Association Media & Publishing (AMP) 38th Annual Excel Awards. To see more of the work from this amazingly talented team, CLICK HERE.  DOG DAY! July 3, 2018 Chewy is a company that is all about pets and the people who love them. They work hard and take great pride in their attention to customer service and the overall experience. Customers receive emails, tweets, calls, and postcards to say, “Thank You!” Playing a big role in that process is illustrator, Bob Ostrom. He has been drawing Chewy and his pals for some time now. You may have already received a ‘Thank You' postcard that Bob inked. To see more great work from Bob, click HERE.  2018 3 x 3 BEST IN SHOW! June 26, 2018 3 x 3 has chosen an animation by our very own illustrator Simon Shaw animator David Way (of our Watermark team) to receive its highest of honors, BEST IN SHOW, for their collaborative work on the REACH Awareness Campaign. REACH works closely with job seekers who are also managing a disability or health issue. In this short animation, very hard and true concepts are beautifully and positively conveyed, demonstrating the power of putting one foot in front of the other. Kudos and congratulations to Simon, Dave and the Watermark Team! To see the winning animation, CLICK HERE!  FOOD FOIBLES June 19, 2018 We all have our embarrassing moments in the kitchen, don’t we? Well, sometimes no matter where we are, food failures, flops and fiascoes follow. Take a look at these whimsical, wonderful and ‘blunder-ful’ examples from illustrator Rebeca Pintos, for Bake It Up Magazine. To see more creative concoctions from Rebeca, click here.  FUN FACTS! June 12, 2018 In today’s world, it’s all about the data. If you find yourself with a lot of text, information, and stats that need to be visually appealing and communicate a message, then Ralph Voltz is your man. Science, math, marriage, vegans, vacation, chocolate, and so much more… Ralph can find a way to tell the whole truth and nothing but the truth, in a way to engage and stimulate your readers. Click HERE to see more informative work by Ralph.  BODY WISDOM June 5, 2018 Gracing the cover of A Guide to Body Wisdom, by Ann Todhunter Brode, is a graphic representation of what your mind should know about your body. This piece, by Yulia Vysotskaya, beautifully illustrates the mind/body connection and the vital role our brain plays in our overall health and wellness. To see more unique and inspired works by Yulia, click HERE!  MEN ON THE MOON May 29, 2018 The Apollo 11 spaceflight was the first ever to land three humans on the moon. American astronauts Michael Collins, Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed their lunar module, Eagle, atop the surface of the moon on July 20, 1969. Neil and Buzz would soon walk and leave footprints behind on lunar soil. A few key historic phrases have stayed with us from this mission: “Houston, Tranquility base here. The Eagle has landed.” And, after placing the American flag on the surface of the moon, Buzz Aldrin said, “That’s one small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.” The image above, by illustrator Joseph Qiu, captures the excitement the astronauts created on TV in front of millions of people around the world. To see more great work by Joseph, click here!  THE KING OF EMBARRASSING MOMENTS! May 22, 2018 Remember those awful moments as a kid where you were totally embarassed at school, with your parents, in front of your friends… you name it and Mark Collins has illustrated it for Bauer Media! Take a look! Mark really captures that sinking feeling in the pit of your stomach! To see more great work by Mark, click HERE! . We are not at all embarrassed to show you!  GLOBAL, DIVERSE AND MULTICULTURAL May 15, 2018 Look through the vast amount of work by Ian Dale, and you are sure to find visually appealing images that are filled with diverse and multicultural people, animals and landscapes. Ian’s digital painting style, bright and colorful, hopes to have global appeal. To see more great images by Ian, click here. Enjoy!  STORYWORKS! May 8, 2018 Compelling historical content coupled with captivating illustration is a great way to capture and engage the minds of today’s students. Recently, Jake Murray was asked to illustrate some historical artwork for Storyworks, a magazine by the publishers at Scholastic. As you can see, the image below tells of the drama, intrigue and fear that captivated the world during Hitler’s reign and a boy who worked to stop him. Click here to find more equally gripping work by Jake.  FROM HISTORY TO NETFLIX! May 1, 2018 How do you get your kids to learn about history? Introduce them to the award winning series of books like Who was Frida Kahlo? Who was William Shakespeare? Who was Andy Warhol? Chances are very good you’ve seen these books by Penguin HQ in book stores, libraries, kids’ backpacks, and online. They are NY Times Bestsellers and have sold more than 20 million copies worldwide. Kids love them! How to get kids to like history even more? Turn it into a comedy show on Netflix! Enter, The Who Was? TV Show. Watch history come to life with added humor and fun, and read the books too. You’ll see some of our very talented artists’ work such as Nancy Harrison,Greg Copeland Jake Murray Jerry Hoare Dede Putra Joseph Qiu Ted Hammond  FUN-A-DAY HEROES April 24, 2018 Illustrator Mark Collins recently participated in a large group show at the Delaware Contemporary Museum. The event, called FUN-A-DAY, had over 200 artists creating a small piece of art, no larger than 5”x7”, for each day of March. Mark’s chosen theme was an anti-war tribute to the heroes that make up our US Veterans. Each of the 31 illustrations portrayed a soldier in varying activity, emotion and climate. To see more great work by Mark, click HERE.  HAPPY SPRING! April 17, 2018 After a crazy winter in our part of the world, It is with much joy and happiness that we share with you some SPRING imagery, brought to you by the beautiful hand of illustrator Yulia Vysotskaya. Here’s to sunshine, birds, bees, and butterflies. To see more beautiful work by Yulia, click here..  AWARD WINNING SPORTS ARTIST! April 10, 2018 With paintings already in Viking Stadium (U.S. Bank Stadium) and Greenbay (Lambeau Field), award-winning painter, Greg Copeland, continues to creatively document the sports world with his classic interpretations of the action. Whether rendering current teams, or teams of yesterday, Greg creates art that is filled with the majesty of the game. CLICK HERE to see more great work by Greg.  TY THE TURTLE IN THE LAND OF CAN'TS April 3, 2018 You know that feeling of discouragement you get when you’ve been told you couldn’t do something? Poor Ty, a cute little turtle, feels the same way as the other animals in the forest tease and belittle him. Apparently, the ants had felt the same way before, and we all know they can lift 5,000 times their body weight! Illustrator Stevie Mahardhika lures you in this amazing tale by author Susan Rutledge, with remarkable anthropomorphized animals and insects. To see how Ty makes out, you can purchase the book here . Click HERE to see more great illustration work by Stevie.  A Brighter Future March 27, 2018 Brave Union was asked by Deloitte Management, Canada, to create imagery that reflects their latest report on Inclusion, meant to focus on concrete actions that can move Canadian business from ‘Inclusion optics’ to 'real outcomes' of Inclusion. In this image, you will find everyone working on a journey where all are invited to plug in to make something both bright and beautiful. Click on this LINK to see more bright and beautiful work by Brave Union.  GOOD GRIEF! March 20 2018 Charlie Brown is that lovable guy who can never excel at sports, fly a kite, or even know what to say to that little red-haired girl. The one thing he can do every time, is show up! And that is what he did, time and time again, thus becoming a hero to us all! Created by Charles Schulz, who dreamt of becoming a cartoonist. Much to our delight, his dream came true. Pick up this great book, The History of Fun Stuff: The Great American Story of Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang!, and get behind the scenes with the Peanuts crew. The cover is illustrated by our own Scott Burroughs. Click here to see more great work by Scott.  TELLING THE HARRIET TUBMAN STORY March 13, 2018 For more than a decade, Harriet Tubman safely escorted more than 300 slaves to freedom. Born into slavery, prior to her rescue mission, she was a cook, nurse, and even a spy. A portion of Tubman’s story is illustrated here for Scholastic by Jake Murray. The drama, lighting, and composition all lead to Tubman’s hand, reaching to save the next person to make way for a life of freedom. To see more wonderful work by Jake Murray, click here.  IT MAY BE A TOON TIME! March 6, 2018 Illustrator, Animator, Peter Richardson, has been hard at work on, The Spook Squad: Adventures to Scary for Boys. Recognized at Cannes as one of the top 5 IP’s, and written up in Variety, Spook Squad is making the rounds in hot pursuit of springing into their own series. If anyone can do it — the Spook Squad can! To see more great art from Peter, click here  BEEN TO SPACE PARK? February 27, 2018 If you have a group of say, 1-4 people, and you are looking to have the most cosmic, entertaining fun for ages 14 and up, check out the latest from Keymaster Games. Our own Brian Miller/Orlin Culture Shop LLC did the artwork for the game created by Henry Audubon… and there are many more galactic travels in the works. Fasten your rocket harnesses, secure the hatch and get ready to blast across the cosmos, exploring the worlds created by the beauty and talent of OCS. To see more spectacular illustrations from OCS, click HERE . Roger that!  IS 2018 A LUCKY YEAR FOR REAL ESTATE? February 20, 2018 Evidently, in Cantonese, when you say the words for the number 18, it sounds very much like the phrase, “I want to be very wealthy”. Illustrator Syd Weiler created this image for the Wall Street Journal. Apparently, a year that ends in 18, plus an address with an 8, or a price with an 8 brings prosperity, and realtors are loving this lucky new year. For something much more than luck, click HERE and see some really great art by Syd.  ROSES ARE RED, ICE CREAM IS SWEET! February 13, 2018 Check out what Irina Kruglova did for this feature flavor at HEB (okay, so we are not poets). To add some romance to your dessert, imagine soft, creamy and delectable ice cream, chock full of juicy, chocolate covered strawberries and you have the flavor of Valentine’s Day! To see more great work by Irina, take a look HERE.  PLANES, TRAINS & FREIGHTERS February 6, 2018 It’s a global world and the everything we use comes from somewhere. Recently, illustrator David Moore worked closely with the good folks at Tethos.com to paint gorgeous art representing the physical process of transporting commodities and merchandise. Take a look at these stunning images to see how the ‘stuff’ you purchase travels to make its way, conveniently, to you. This collaborative project was for a calendar. Click HERE to see more amazing work by David.  MAKING HEADLINES AROUND THE GLOBE! January 30, 2018 Illustrator Joseph Qiu painted this cover art for the magazine, New Zealand Listener. Capturing Trump dressed as Nero the Roman Emperor, one can look right into the eyes of one of the most powerful men in the world. To see more great caricatures by Joseph, click HERE. To see more realistic illustrations by Joseph, click HERE.  WHO DOESN’T LOVE S’MORES? January 23, 2018 You know, that delectably gooey, chocolatey, marshmallowy and graham crackery treat! Well, hot off the presses is the newest kids book to celebrate the famed snack, S’Mores Indoors. Written by authors Eric Robertson and Lynda Sing, read aloud and listen to the lovely rhyming cadence that will surely excite and engage your little one. See the whimsical, colorful illustrations by our own, Vivian Mineker, as you meet Eleanor, and her love for this incredible, edible treat… and the journey that lies ahead as she refuses to eat, S’Mores Indoors! To see more great work by Vivian Mineker, CLICK HERE! And don’t forget to go to Amazon and order your book today!  WE HAVE A WINNER! January 16, 2018 Merkur, the magazine of the Chamber of Commerce in Luxembourg, has just been honored with an Award of Excellence from the International Creative Media Award (ICMA), a competition for quality, creativity and design in the field of international publishing. Gracing the covers for over 2 years, and now on for the third year running is illustrator, Brian Miller of Orlin Culture Shop, LLC. This award recognizes Miller for his amazing work. “Brian has illustrated more than a dozen covers and his work, in all remarkable points, delights us at each new edition. Many readers have told us that they really liked his captivating style, cleverly mixing modernity and aestheticism, and we are delighted that this Award of Excellence will devote his immense talent, which contributes to the success of the Merkur,” said Patrick Ernzer, editor-in-chief of Merkur. The juried competition saw entries from 376 publications, representing 27 countries. Kudos and congrats to Brian Miller for his continued efforts to stretch the boundaries in illustration, style and storytelling. To see more great work of his, CLICK HERE!  WELCOME BLAYNE FOX! January 9, 2018 Hello all! Meet the newest member of our creative family, Blayne Fox! Her fantastical work includes beautiful lines, exquisite color and mesmerizing lighting. As a kid, she made up a lot of stories, and now, she tells those stories through the magic of her art. Blayne, a daily doodler, has worked with National Geographic, the Discovery Channel, and Yale University, to name a few. To see more great work by Blayne, CLICK HERE and enjoy!  WARNING: BOY DISAPPEARS HOLDING RED BALLOONS January 2, 2018 In an incredible act of adorable aeronautics and aviation, a young lad took flight over the city while holding a bouquet of red balloons. His delightful departure had him journeying over kings and young lasses on horseback. To see more charming and unique illustrations by Laura Orsolini, put your seat belt on, and click here.  CREATIVE QUARTERLY NEWS December 19, 2017 Join us as we celebrate the details, wit and whimsy of illustrator, Nancy Harrison, a recent runner up in the Creative Quarterly. This international journal focuses on promoting the work of the creative community with juried competitions. You may recognize Nancy’s work from the NYTimes bestselling series, Who Is/Who Was, where she does the cover art. Give a nod to this hungry penguin, pictured… and CLICK HERE to see more great work by Nancy.  CYBER SHOPPING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? December 12, 2017 If you are shopping online for that special someone, chances are good you have run into Buck, the toothy little mascot of Duluth Trading Co. Pictured above, Buck is leading ’the sleigh’ for the holiday season with stocking stuffers of all kinds. Stockings are not the only things they stuff, well… Illustrator Greg Copeland had a great time working with the good folks at Duluth and playing with the cheeky wisdom, humor, and heroics of the Duluth Trading Co. branding. Make sure you place those holiday orders! Click HERE to see more of the great work that Greg has been working on lately.  WHAT STATE HAS THE HIGHEST FLOOD RISK? December 5, 2017 C’mon, guess! Illustrator Syd Weiler knows, because she created this great illustration to accompany Adam Bonislawski’s article in the Wall Street Journal. Answer? Arizona! Check out the article if you want to find out the best place to live and avoid flooding, too. And click HERE, to see more great work by Syd, totally flood free.  DUPUYTREN’S CONTRACTURE November 28, 2017 Did you know that over 30 million people globally are reported to be afflicted with the slow, often progressive, finger bending of the hand, called Dupuytren’s Contracture? Medical illustrators, Sharon and Joel Harris of ARTICULATE GRAPHICS, help to show how the hand forms a nodule or thickening that literally tightens the normally elastic fascia and bends the fingers. The pinky and ring fingers that are usually affected. Click here to see more great medical illustrations by Articulate Graphics.  BANKING FUN FOR CIBC! November 14, 2017 Did you ever shop and then find the very same thing you just bought on sale, after you purchased it? Do you ever miscalculate when payday comes? Debt got you down? Then take a look at these great ads for CIBC in Canada. Their very ’tongue in cheek’ approach to banking had illustrator Ian Seo painting away in true retro gothic style! If you , Check out CIBC on Instagram you can see the animated gifs, making them even more fun! To see more great work by Ian, click HERE.  STEP RIGHT UP! November 8, 2017 Ladies and gentleman, step right up! Gerad Taylor had the very unique and satisfying opportunity to work on the cover of the book, The History of the Circus for AMG/PARADE. Remember that feeling when the circus came to town? The big colorful tents, the lines of kids of all ages, the scent of the animals. Was there a bearded lady? How many clowns fit in that car? Read all about it! To see more great work by Gerad Taylor, click HERE.  Communication Arts Winner!! November 1, 2017 It’s out! The hefty and prestigious CA annual just hit the stands, and we are proud to announce that Brian Miller/Orlin Culture Shop has a winning piece in the Poster section of the 58th Advertising Annual. Brian had the wonderful opportunity to illustrate one of five winning posters in a series for client, Radio Flyer, LLC. Collaborating with ad agency, FCB Chicago, Brian created Ninja Moose Canyon. Everyone remembers spinning around the block with their own Radio Flyer. Brian’s image makes us all wish we were gearing up for a ride right now! To see more wonderful work by Brian, click here.. Congrats to all involved in the Radio Flyer advertising campaign!  HALLOWEEN NEWS! October 25, 2017 Trick or treat? There’s a new book lining the shelves, just in time for Halloween! Illustrator Robin Boyer, partnered again (Magnets and Glue is their first book) with author, Kati Mockler, for Which Words. In this whimsical story, kids learn about the power within words. It’s simply spooktacular! Click here to purchase a book for the little one in your life. To see more great work by Robin, click here.  WHERE DO COWS GO ON VACATION? October 24, 2017 Moo York, of course! Illustrator Laura Watson had a lot of fun with this kid-riddler, made for a new activity book in Highlights Magazine. What child wouldn’t have fun figuring out the answers to this amusing puzzle. We’re just glad cows don’t really drive - the traffic in New York would be beastly! To see more great illustrations by Laura, click here.  TIME FOR A CHARGE! October 16, 2017 No, not for your smart phone. For your car. Clunker or compact, heap or hatchback, the electric car is coming fast. With gas stations lining street corners and roadways, what’s an electric car driver to do? Enter Syd Weiler, illustrator, for this very interesting article in this week’s issue of TIME Magazine. To see more great work by Syd, click HERE.  TEA TIME! October 10, 2017 It’s tea time around here, thanks to the work of illustrator, John Schreiner. He created the packaging art for all of these delicious and delectable iced brewed teas. To see more great work by John, click HERE!. Oh, and stay tuned. As the seasons change, see what’s brewing in hot tea very soon!  JUDGE A BOOK BY ITS COVER! October 3, 2017 Illustrator Greg Copeland brought his brand of magic to the series Mysteries of Silver Peak. His paintings lead you directly in to the story with engaging and detailed visuals. Carole Jefferson’s popular books add mystery, intrigue, murder… all in down home, small town, historic Silver Peak. To see more great work by Greg Copeland, click here.  TEXAS MADE BY H-E-B September 26,2017 Take fresh milk, cream, glazed praline almonds, swirls and whirls of caramel, and barrel aged bourbon flavor and mix it all up just right, and you have the latest limited edition (pint of creamy ice cream) from H-E-B. Add illustrator Bob Kayganich for 3D realism in the package design, and its win-win all around. This flavor ice cream is only available through December! To see more illustrations by Bob, who has a longer shelf life, click HERE!  Who, What, When and HOW! September 19, 2017 Who: Syd Weiler What: Illustrator, e-streamer, entrepreneurial talent When: Right now! Where: HOW magazine! HOW: They interview her in this month’s issue: Check it out! To see more great work by Syd, click HERE!.  RETRO COOL MEETS MAGESTIC! September 12, 2017 Long inspired by the vintage travel posters of the 30’s and 40’s, David Moore has created imagery of lush landscapes, travel by planes, trains, automobiles, and fun indoor/outdoor activities. View his portfolio and journey all over the world. Of late, he has been bitten by some modern influences, which only add to the grandeur of his art. Click here to see more great work by David.  AWARD WINNER YET AGAIN! September 5, 2017 Please help us congratulate our own Joseph Qiu, who has been nominated as one of New Zealand’s finest from the Designers Institute of New Zealand. Joseph was commissioned to do three portraits for the new He Tohu Exhibition. At the exhibit, you can see the people who helped shape New Zealand’s history, the Maori people, and three of the iconic constitutional documents. To see more great work by Joseph Qiu, click HERE. Judging for the final awards is in October! We will keep you all posted!  GUESS WHO TURNED 73? August 21, 2017 Smokey Bear! In honor of his birthday, and in tandem with the Ad Council, the US Forest Service, and the National Association of State Foresters, our own Brian Miller/Orlin Culture Shop was selected as one of the illustrators to depict Smokey Bear in his own style. The campaign is all about raising awareness of some of the lesser known causes of wildfires. Apparently 90% of forest fires are cause by humans. Take a look, study up and protect the forest. Remember, “Only you can prevent forest fires.” To see more great work by Brian Miller, click here!  August 15, 2017 Take a look at the work of Amy Su and you’ll know why we are very excited to have her on the team! As you explore the images, you will find a thinking person’s editorial work, children’s book illustrations with wit and whimsy, and beautiful pattern designs. Join us in welcoming Amy to the group! To see more great illustrations by Amy, click here!  POLLY WANT A CRACKER? August 8, 2017 Cricket Magazine, a literary mag for children ages 9 - 14, hired illustrator and painter, Cindy Revell, to do this beautiful portrait of parrots for the cover of their May/June issue. Her take on these birds of a different feather is a combination of her normal folksy style, bright colors and expressive features, with echoes of Henri Rousseau. To see more or her great body of work, click here. To see more or her great body of work, click here. (pun intended).  A VIEW FROM BELOW! August 1, 2017 Australian Geographic asked illustrator Bob Kayganich to show eight types of coral that can be found in the Great Barrier Reef, which houses over 600 coral species in over 344,000 sq. km. of ocean. Bob’s work is bright, vibrant and very realistic. To see more great work by Bob Kayganich, click here.  SIZZLIN SUMMER READS JULY 25, 2017 If you are in search of some summertime reading, look no further! Erika LeBarre has been cooking up some Georgia Peach Mysteries, with covers as delightful and charming as the novels by Susan Furlong. Check them out in a bookstore near you! To see more great work by Erika LeBarre, click here.  A HEARTY HELLO TO VIVIAN! July 18, 2017 Enter the world of Vivian Mineker and prepare for a journey filled with whimsy and imagination. Animals, people, children and atmosphere stretch across traditional and digital mediums for this very unique visual storyteller. Look inside the picture book, Baby Don’t Shi*t Your Pants, and you will learn quickly that her delightful illustrations are filled with magic and emotional appeal for all ages. To see more of Vivian’s vision, flair, and beauty, click HERE!.  BIG HELLO TO SYD WEILER July 11, 2017 Please join us in welcoming Syd Weiler to our family of illustrators. In addition to being an exceptional illustrator, Syd is known in the creative world as a visual development artist, animator, Twitch live streamer, and current member of the Microsoft Creator Council. She recently completed a one year (2016 – 2017) Adobe Creative Residency, where she honed her talents. To see more of Syd’s work, click here. Hello Syd!  WHEN LIFE GIVES YOU LEMONS July 5, 2017 Make ice cream! That’s what the good folks at HEB specialty did, with this zesty and yummy, Lemon Cookie Ice Cream. Our artists, Brave Union, whipped up the delicious artwork you see before you. So whether you are sitting on the beach, or hiking in the mountains this summer, reach for a pint of lemony goodness. To see more great artwork by Brave Union, click here .  SWIRLS, CURLS and GIRLS June 27, 2017 Do you like all things curly, swirly and girly? So does illustrator Nathalie Beauvois. Her style and wares frequent Girls World Magazine, First for Women, and Bake It Up. In this page, your little one can learn how to curl her hair overnight! To see more wonderful works by Nathalie, click here.  AUTHOR ILLUSTRATOR! June 20, 2017 Hot off the presses, Mark Collins is thrilled to announce his latest story and picture book, Where Did Summer Go? This is very timely, as we all will be saying this in about 10 minutes, when Labor Day gets here. Here is a synopsis of the book, as told by Mark: Sandi lives at the beach all year round. When fall arrives and all of the tourists and friends go home, Sandi feels lonely and can’t stop dreaming about summer. Join Sandi, in her own rhyming words, as she finds ways of getting through the cold months, while anticipating summer’s return! To order the book, click here. To see more great work by Mark Collins, click here .  “WHO WAS” GOES TO NETFLIX! June 13, 2017 Big news at Netflix! Penguin Books’ bestselling children’s book series is the basis of a new series called, The Who Was? Our own Nancy Harrison created the cover art for The New York Times bestselling series. The show is described as a half hour comedy, mixed with history and includes more than 185 titles, such as Who Was Ben Franklin?, Who Was Sacagawea?, etc. To see more great work by Nancy Harrison, click here.  PRESIDENTIAL ART June 6, 2017 In an article on Bittbox, titled, “Our Yuge list of Trump-Inspired Designs”, illustrator Martin Wickstrom was featured among some 50+ artists who have done portraits of #45. Below is Martin’s take on “the Donald”, described by Bittbox as, “…either very powerful or very menacing.” To see more general illustration work by Martin, click HERE!  LLAMA LLAMA GIVES THANKS May 30, 2017 The legacy of Anna Dewdney lives on with the release of the new board book, llama llama gives thanks. Yummy foods and family time fill the pages for llama llama fans. JT Morrow, painting in the style of the late artist and author, is helping to keep her joy in the hands of children young and old. To see more great work by JT Morrow, please click here.  DO YOU HAVE A CLIF BAR KID? May 23, 2017 Organic, nutritious, and delicious? To keep your kids hopping, skipping and jumping, check out the new Clif Kid packaging. There is a whole line of new Illustrations, all done by illustrator, Brian Miller from Orlin Culture Shop. Give your kids a healthy dose of goodness and energy, and take a close look at the wrappers. Eye candy!  MAKING CHILDREN HAPPY May 16, 2017 Have you met Dr. Clown? Illustrator Anne-Marie Bourgeois has created a picture book for children hospitalized in the Montreal area. Her whimsical pictures are sure to put smiles on the faces of children anywhere, especially when they are in the hospital. Kudos to Anne-Marie! To see more great illustrations that are sure to bring a smile to your face, click HERE!  UNCORKING A LIE May 9, 2017 What was the most money you have ever spent on a bottle of wine? Well, pop open this novel, Uncorking a Lie, by Nadine Nettmann, and see what mystery unfolds at a small dinner party with a $19,000 bottle of red. Illustrator PIERRE DROAL invites you to the party, filled with deception and … murder.  I SCREAM, YOU SCREAM May 3, 2017 We all scream for Ice Cream! HEB Premium flavors gave another shout over to BRAVE UNION, and had them whip up this special package illustration of frozen deliciousness. Salted Caramel Truffle would really hit the spot just about now… Make sure you check out the delish packaging as you take part in the pint! Either way, you’ll be pleased.  WHO IS NANCY HARRISON? April 25, 2017 NANCY HARRISON is the book cover artist of the “Who is....”. “Who was..”series from Penguin Books. Nancy renders politicians, artists, scientists, astronauts, philanthropists and historical figures for these inspiring biographies, geared to young, middle grade readers. Head to the bookstore, shop online, look, read and learn all the interesting facts and figures from this series! And what ever you do, in this instance, feel free to judge the books by their covers!  AMERICAN GODS April 20, 2017 Acclaimed novel, American Gods, by Neil Gaiman, is headed to the small screen on the STARZ network. The illustration duo that is Brave Union worked with the folks at T Brand/New York Times to bring you the visual obsessions that make up the novel, the small screen adaptation, our culture, and the NYTimes piece that describes the upcoming series. Click here to see the animated illustrations for American Gods in the NYT. Click HERE to see more amazing work by Brave Union.  SAY HI TO ANNE-MARIE BOURGEOIS! April 18, 2017 Please help us welcome the newest artist to join our family of illustrators, Anne-Marie Bourgeois! Anne-Marie works her very own, creative, visual language, mixing traditional and new media in all of her creations. Her characters and animals are simply endearing and whimsical. To see more of Anne-Marie’s illustrations, click HERE!  FOR THE KID IN ALL OF US! April 11, 2017 Remember your first Radio Flyer? The classic red paint, all shiny and new. Can you still hear the sound the wheels made on the sidewalk? Believe it or not, Radio Flyer just celebrated their 100th Anniversary. Working with FCB on the fun celebratory campaign, our own Brian Miller, of Orlin Culture Shop, envisioned and created the Ninja Moose Canyon. We can’t wait for their 200th! To see more amazing illustrations from Brian Miller, click HERE!  SNL CAN’T HAVE ALL THE FUN! April 4, 2017 Pierre Droal has taken up the oldest form of social commentary in his latest works of political satire. Irony, humor and exaggeration are blended with great likenesses of those in politics and topical themes. While rumors state Alec Baldwin may be stepping down from his ‘Satirist in Chief’ role, Pierre’s parodies are just revving up! To see more of Pierre’s latest art form, click here  WELCOME IRINA! March 21, 2017 Say hello to Irina Kruglova, the latest to join our family of illustrators. If you like bold, rich colors, striking shapes and designs, and an elegant simplicity, you are going to love Irina’s work. Inspired by the shapes that make up the world around her, Irina’s vector art is more than geometrically appealing. Click HERE to see more inspiring work by Irina.  TIRE TIME March 15, 2017 Safety and dependability are paramount when buying tires. David Moore was hired to illustrate Firestone tires in action. As you can see, he created art that is built to last at every turn. To catch more of David’s all season performance, click here. Fasten your seat-belts!  SLEEP! WHAT’S YOUR POSITION? March 8, 2017 Apparently, there are four archetypal sleep poses that us humans do when we doze… Illustrator Nathalie Beauvois had a great opportunity to show us all how it happens in Girls World Magazine. Which style matches your snooze? Click here to see more of Nathalie’s stylish and whimsical way or working.  IT’S MARCH! March 1, 2017 In the midst of our winter, we thought it time to share with you a recent image from Illustrator, Jerry Hoare. This serene, snow-filled scene was commissioned as a holiday card for CoBank. Wherever you may be today, take in the snowy landscape and sip some hot cocoa or tea. To see more great work from Jerry Hoare, click over here while you’re sipping.  HOME ON THE RANGE February 22, 2017 Erika LeBarre illustrated this version of that place where the deer and the buffalo roam for Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. You can rest easy knowing your kids will have compelling artwork alongside their studies as they are learning in school. To see more illustrations by Erika, click here.  ADVENTURES IN THE GREAT OUTDOORS February 15, 2017 When it comes to the great outdoors, Brian Miller/Orlin Culture Shop, is ready for the task! Brian continues to work with REI to create in-store and online signage. Brian brings his true love of the great outdoors to each of the fun illustrations he creates.  LEAVE US LEAP February 8, 2017 Recently, Brave Union had the opportunity to work with Craig Gildner and his Big Band on their new CD, Leave us Leap. The music is reminiscent of the swing era, and the retro cover adds to the feeling and movement of the times. Click here to see more great work by Brave Union.  ILLUSTRATING HISTORY February 1, 2017 How many of you remember reading Scholastic Magazine as a child? You felt so special when your teacher passed out your own personal copy; like you were an adult, reading about current events, social studies, science and more… Kudos to illustrator Greg Copeland for helping to teach our children the stories of our past with rich, historical illustrations. To see more great work from Greg, please click here.  WE HAVE A WINNER! January 24, 2017 Congratulations to illustrator Jake Murray, for taking the Silver award in the digital medium at the IBA, Infected By Art competition. The top image, titled Narrow Escape, is the silver winner. Eldritch Horror: The Dreamland and the Seascape Tattoo also made it into the book. Congratulations to Jake Murray for this great honor. To see more great artwork by Jake, click HERE.  COWBOYS & CAMPFIRES January 18, 2017 Nobody says cowboys and campfires in a pure 40’s - 50’s retro style better than Ian Seo. The illustration pictured was actually used in a Toyota commercial, making its way out of a printer. To see more amazing nostalgic comic art by Ian, click HERE.  SAY HELLO TO LAURA! January 11, 2017 As you can see, Laura Orsolini loves to work with a variety of media. The images in her portfolio are realized with a mixed technique, combining acrylic painting with 3D processing. In addition to working with magazines and advertising agencies, she has a rich passion for illustrating children’s books. To see more great work by Laura, click here.  FEEDING THE BUZZ January 3, 2017 Recently, illustrator Nurit Benchetrit was asked to create a winter scene that would convey both a sense of unity and solidarity through the holiday season for BuzzFeed’s culture eNewsletter, Reader. Her idea was to show two young people captured in time, making snow angels. She very magically and beautifully depicts winter, diversity, and childhood. To see more great illustrations by Nurit, click here!  PORTRAIT OF ABE LINCOLN December 14, 2016 Recently, illustrator Pierre Droal completed this portrait of the 16th President of the United States, Abraham Lincoln. Pierre has been doing fantasy and mystery books covers and now he adds historical portraiture to his expertise. To see more great cover work by Pierre, click HERE. To see more of Pierre’s fantasy samples, click HERE.  FOOTPRINTS IN THE SNOW December 7, 2016 If you have children who absolutely love animals of all kinds, check out Animal Tales. It is believed to be the only kids’ magazine that focuses entirely on animals! Recently, Martina Crepulja had the pleasure of illustrating one of their delightful animal fiction stories about a dog. To see more great illustrations by Martina, click here.  COWBOYS & CATTLE November 29, 2016 Award winning illustrator Joseph Qiu was recently commissioned to create two digital paintings for CoBank that served as a gift to Western Farmers Electric Cooperative. The artwork came as the WFEC is celebrating their 75th Anniversary. The paintings have been installed at the WFEC headquarters, located in Oklahoma. To see more amazing illustrations from the incredibly versatile Joseph Qiu, click here!  WELCOME SCIENCE PICTURE CO! November 10, 2016 Science Picture Co masters the art of visual communication through science and medical illustration and animation. Their work will transport you inside the human body to view its inner workings. They also created a complete iPad pregnancy app for expectant parents called, Life in the Womb, with stunning visuals and beautiful 3D generated imagery. To see more of the PRINT work click HERE. To see their MOTION SAMPLES, click HERE.  BICYCLE BUILT FOR TWO! November 2, 2016 Oh, how they are having fun in Colorado! David Moore continues his work on Bellco Credit Union’s campaign to teach members how they can earn 3x points with Visa purchases. This latest image represents a date to the Denver Museum of Art. To see more of David’s work, click here!  THE NIGHT BEFORE..... October 28, 2016 Getting a very special book is a wonderful way to celebrate the special days in a child’s life. Amy Wummer continues to illustrate Natasha Wing’s, The Night Before series. Hot off the presses, is The Night Before the Snow Day. If you are about to get a new pet, go trick-or-treating, enjoy Hanukah or Christmas, start a new grade, or celebrate a birthday, these whimsical illustrated books are for you. To see more great art by Amy Wummer, click here.  WITCH SWITCH October 12, 2016 Mark Collins is pleased to announce the timely release of his newest book, Witch Switch. It’s perfect for Halloween lovers! This tale has the main scary, old witch, Mandee, switching roles with her younger sister, witch Mindee because she doesn’t feel well enough to go out and Boo! Well, as you can imagine, things don’t quite go as planned. You can find this fun book here.. To see more of Mark’s illustrations, click here. Happy Halloween!  CANDY CANE ICE CREAM! October 4, 2016 Brave Union recently had the opportunity to work with the folks at H-E-B Select on their premium, creamy, limited edition ice cream line. Christmas is the holiday and Candy Cane is the flavor. In rendering the packaging art, Kristen and Kevin (and their children) also happily got to sample the special treat. The reviews are in, and it’s confirmed, all the elves enjoyed! To see more work by Brave Union, click here!  MORE AMISH MYSTERIES September 28, 2016 Illustrator Bill Bruning continues his travels into the cozy, mysterious world of Amish Mysteries. You can feel the warm taste the honey and smell the burning candles. Pick up a copy today and soak in the local Amish culture, with mysterious twists and turns in every book. To see more work by Bill Bruning, click here!  WINGS OVER WASHINGTON September 20, 2016 Imagine that you are in an airplane, flying over all of the magnificence and glory that is Washington State. Illustrator Brian Miller from Orlin Culture Shop was asked to represent this phenomenal flight for the aerial ride called Wings over Washington, located in Seattle, WA. These stunning scenes are actually over 5 feet wide and 7 feet high and they greet you at the building where the ‘ride’ exists. To see more of Brian’s great illustrative work, click HERE!  ZIKA September 13, 2016 The Zika virus, also known as Zika fever is an epidemic outbreak that is spread primarily by the female daytime active Aedes mosquitoes. The name originates from the Zika Forest in Uganda where the virus was first isolated way back in 1947. Biomedical artists Sharon & Joel Harris from Articulate Graphics illustrated the striking mosquito during pathogenesis. Don’t worry, no one has gotten ill from this illustration.  TALK WITH ME September 8, 2016 Recently, Ralph Voltz had the pleasure of working with author and Pediatric Speech Pathologist, Teri Kaminski-Peterson M.S. CCC/SLP, on her second book, Talk With Me: The Big Book of Exclamations 2. Ralph created illustrations for infants, toddlers and pre-schoolers with renderings of the places they frequent...parks, birthday parties, bath time. The goal is to encourage participation during reading!  SOME GOOD TEXAS FUN! August 31, 2016 David Moore has been working with Texas Co-op Power to create some very fun illustrations. These were for the Currents section of their September issue of their magazine.  END-OF-SUMMER READING! August 23, 2016 Remember how much fun it was to be sleuthing with Fran, Joe and the whole Hardy family? So does artist, Brian Miller of Orlin Culture Shop. Working on this cover was a trip down memory lane as he explored the pop culture phenoms and brought them to life. Click here to see more great work by Brian.  BRAND VALUES August 16, 2016 When is a dog just a dog and a sun a just sun? Symbols and brands was the theme of an interesting article that the artists of Brave Union tackled in the August Issue of Currents Magazine. See more great work by Brave Union here.  WHAT DID YOU LEARN TODAY? August 10, 2016 If you have in an interest in the biosciences or the environment, chances are good you will come across the work of Bob Kayganich. Bob has been painting tropical rainforests, ecosystems, animals, insects, planets, tree canopies, underwater worlds, and, that final frontier, space, with precision and mastery for years. Click here and see what else Bob has been up to, when he’s not in science…you’ll see the same precision in all the subjects he tackles.  LOOKING FOR EGG-CEPTIONAL ILLUSTRATION? August 3, 2016 Well, you have come to the right place! Apparently, the Easter Bunny gets their Cadbury Chocolate eggs from Stevie Mahardhika. Stevie assures us that no rabbits or eggs were harmed in the making of this piece. Click Stevie Mahardhika to see more egg-citing illustrations by Stevie.  FROM A DISTANCE! July 28, 2016 Our own Rebeca Pintos is currently working from Phnom Penh, Cambodia where she recently finished a project for NGO. Take a look at this link to see more of Rebeca’s fun style,  MAKE A SPLASH! July 20, 2016 Looking to make a splash in the world of pharma? Look no further. Sharon and Joel Harris of Articulate Graphics are both Masters level biomedical illustrators who take science and make it beautiful. You can see their work on healthcare packaging, advertising and here..  CUTE CREEPY CRAWLIES! July 15, 2016 Are you ready for the summertime sequel that is sure to have you itching for more? Meet the Bugs 2, by Mark Collins has just been released. If you or anyone you know (ages 3-8) enjoys keeping company with the many-legged and/or winged things, or is an entomologist, you must have this book! Mark has a ton of fun with the little creatures that roam our planet with poems, stories and of course, awesome illustrations to accompany them!  BEN NEVER LOOKED SO GOOD! July 5, 2016 Illustrator Greg Copeland recently had the honor of creating a portrait of one of the most innovative thinkers of all time. Keep coming back to this spot to see more historical work by Greg as he’s working on a new series!  REI CELEBRATES JULY 4th! June 29, 2016 Happy July 4th and there is no place better than REI to take advantage of a sale! Brian E. Miller/Orlin Culture Shop completed the image below as the beginning of a fun series for the outdoor outfitters.  SUGARCREEK MYSTERIES June 28, 2016 If you can judge a book by its cover, let illustrator Bill Bruning draw you into the Ohio Amish country, where ‘Englisher’ Cheryl Cooper and her new Amish friend, Naomi Miller, collaborate to solve some captivating mysteries. This Guidepost Books series can inspire simplicity while sweeping you away with intrigue.  JUST IN-Shortlisted at CANNES! June 20, 2016 We just got word that the app created by WATERMARK for Pedigree through Colenso BBDO has been shortlisted for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity! We are so proud and happy for the honor and acknowledgment! Here is the wonderful story behind the app!  HONORABLE JERRY! June 15, 2016 Congratulations to our own Jerry Hoare, who just received an Honorable Mention in the 3x3 International Illustration Show for the image below, One Trick Pony. Join us in giving Jerry a big High Five!  ANOTHER WINNER! June 15, 2016 Kudos abound as we congratulate Dave Garbot, whose illustration earned an Honorable Mention in the Picture Book Category of the 3x3 International Illustrator Show! The image honored is pictured here! We are proud of our talented crew!  TECH HEADS! June 8, 2016 AutotechArt specializes in all things technical. Whether it be cutaways or fully developed product renderings in an environment, the artists from Autotechart make beauty from machinery. They have worked with major automotive and electronics companies around the globe. With Masters of Science degrees in Mechanical Engineering, you are certain to get accuracy, precision and design for all of your technical needs.  AND THE NOMINEE IS: JAKE MURRAY! June 3, 2016 We are pleased to announce that JAKE MURRAY has been nominated by the Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy for a Chesley Award. The piece, A Game of Thrones: The Card Game box art, has been nominated for this year’s Chesley Award for Best Product Illustration. Congratulations Jake!  JUST PEACHY! May 31, 2016 Erika LeBarre has been having fun working on the Penguin Books Georgia Peach Mystery series by Susan Furlong. Below is the first in the fun series which follows the adventures of character Nola Harper.  WE WELCOME BRAVE UNION! May 17, 2016 Kevin and Kristen Howdeshell are the creative masters behind Brave Union. Together, they share a love of telling amazing stories through their illustrative work. In Brave Union, you will find a very cool editorial and advertising vibe. Brave Union 2 holds a special place for traditional bedtime stories and picture books, represented with updated, thought provoking imagery and style. Take a look!  AND THE WINNER IS?????? May 11, 2016 We are pleased to announce that Joseph Qiu has won the SILVER award in Advertising for this image titled, 24 Hour Movie Marathon. Joseph was honored along with other Spectrum 23 Award winners at the Society of Illustrators in New York this past weekend. Bravo!  RETRO COMICS! May 2, 2016 Ian Seo brings nostalgia and comics together. Crusaders, villains, superheroes are his specialty as well as regular folks. His work has appeared in editorial pubs, advertising and Ian just finished a cool packaging assignment that will be out soon. Meanwhile, check him out!  NEVER STOP GROWING! April 25, 2016 Take a look at the latest toe-tapping, fun animation created by WATERMARK for Stanford University. This piece was created by Watermark and illustrator SIMON SHAW for Stanford Alumni. Together, they made an engaging piece that is sure to help 125 years of Stanford Alum connect and feel good.  PHYSICALLY FIT or FISCALLY FIT? April 18, 2016 Why not both? Take a look at these beautiful illustrations that celebrate the Colorado active lifestyle. Bellco Credit Union chose David Moore to engage Colorado residents to earn triple the points on their VISA lifestyle purchases. Looks like a fun deal to us!  HUNDREDS OF TITLES...HUNDREDS OF TOPICS! April 11, 2016 Amy Wummer has been illustrating kids books for years. Her watercolor illustrations have kids and their families doing everything you can imagine. If you have kids, grandkids or just know kids who like books, you will surely recognize Amy and her award-winning talent.  ANOTHER WINNER! April 5, 2016 We excited to report that Jake Murray has an illustration nominated for a Spectrum 23 award! Jake’s piece “Under the Pyramids” was for a box cover commissioned by Fantasy Flight Games for an expansion in their Lovecraftian horror line of tabletop games, “Eldritch Horror.” Jake is the second artist with work nominated from our group (see below).  CONGRATS! March 29, 2016 We’re proud of our own Joseph Qiu who has been nominated for The Spectrum 23: The Best in Contemporary Art Award. The Movie Marathon piece you see pictured below is in the running for the advertising category. Fingers crossed as we anticipate the winners’ announcement on May 7, at the Society of Illustrators. Congratulations to Joseph, and all of the artists who are participating.  FOR LOVE OR MONEY March 18 Is it love or money? Cover illustrator Bill Bruning continues his work on Penguin Books’ Love or Money Mystery crime solving series. Below are covers of the first two installments in the series by USA Today Best Selling author Diana Orgain  BOOKS, COMPS, STORYBOARDS AND MORE! March 11, 2016 Whether you need comps, storyboards, or full blown illustrations, Ed Hammond can show action, themes, consistency, and design. You can find his work in ads, young adult picture books or storyboards for the latest TV commercials. Ed works quickly to bring your concept to life!  HEALTHY ART! March 5, 2016 Take two Masters level biomedical illustrators and ask for anything that has to do with health or science and you will get the 2D or 3D wonder created by Sharon and Joel Harris. Sharon and Joel of Articulate Graphics bring their expertise to all the biosciences and are equally adept at illustrating general subject matter as well.  TIME TO LEAP! February 29, 2016 It happens once every four years that we get an extra day in February. This year, Nurit Benchetrit took a leap into the February cover of Baltimore Magazine to depict the city of the future.  READERS’ HELPER! February 24,2016 If you have a young one exploring the world of reading and beyond, chances are good you have met up with artist, Robin Boyer. Her colors and style make readers of all ages smile and want to see more.  MEET GINA! February 16, 2016 Meet Gina Kiel. Gina freely mixes traditional and digital mediums with bright, psychedelic colors. The result? Beautiful feminine images that explore life, death, sensuality and pop culture.  BACK TO THE FUTURE! February 11, 2016 If you are looking for art that consciously depicts the attitudes, styles, trends and feelings of the 30’s, 40’s, and 50’s with a modern spin, David Moore is the illustrator for you. Be it travel, action, transportation, or just a feeling you are out to capture, David will get you there and back.  A DIFFERENT VIEW OF BROOKLYN! January 19, 2016 Pierre Droal created this illustration for Tor Books for their Young Adult title, Vassa in The Night. Pierre brought his usual beauty and drama to this piece that will appear as end pages in the book by Sarah Porter.  WILL HE OR WON’T HE? January 4, 2016 We don’t know, but Joseph Qiu is the illustrator to capture the spirit of the caricature! If you want to stay current and up to date with pop culture, check him out! Joseph is spot on.  WINTER WONDERLAND! December 28, 2015 Brian Miller/Orlin Culture Shop created this winter wonderland for the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce. The illustration was used for a cover and poster insert for their magazine, Merkur. Working with international clients is always a joy for Brian as it gives him opportunities to learn more about other cultures and discover beauty around the globe.  HAPPY HUMOROUS HOLIDAYS! December 15, 2015 If you are doing some holiday shopping, be sure to hop online or pick up your Duluth Trading Company catalog. Greg Copeland has been sharing his holiday spirit in hope of adding Duluth to your Yule!  Serving it up with SERVSAFE! December 14, 2015 Scott Burroughs and Watermark have been working hard with the National Restaurant Association to insure your holiday playtime is well served. Test your skills in this super fun and interactive way to stay safe this holiday season. Pass it on to your friends and loved ones for a safe and healthy holiday season for all!  INTRIGUE AT SEA! December 2, 2015 Illustrator Jake Murray was fortunate enough to work on this dramatic cover for Tor Books for collaborating authors Larry Niven and Steven Barnes. The Seascape Tattoo is one of several collaborations between Nivens and Barnes and the first time Jake was tapped to add his illustration skills to the mix.  A JOURNEY TO HELP KIDS! November 30, 2015 During this time of year, we do inventory on all that makes us grateful. We were so grateful to work on a project earlier this year for the Yale New Haven Hospital. Laura Watson created four fun illustrations depicting a child’s journey. The art is hanging in the pediatric part of the hospital in hopes of offering cheer to the sick little ones.  THE UMBRELLA FACTORY! November 23, 2015 Brian Miller/Orlin Culture Shop has been up to all things spooky while working on a family-friendly horror film for Naissance TV. As a lover of animation, both old and new, Brian poured his heart into these breathtaking backgrounds. We will keep you posted on when to get the popcorn ready!  MURDER IN THE NAPA VALLEY! November 17, 2015 Katie Stillwell, while practicing for her Sommelier Certification, uses her deductive wine skills to try to clear her best friend of murder charges in the exclusive wine country of Napa Valley. Pierre Droal uses his considerable talent and illustration skills to develop the cover of this wonderful mystery!  TRILOGY November 11, 2015 Brad and Simon are in some serious danger in this trilogy by acclaimed author, John Christopher. And to prove you can judge a book by its cover(s), Anton Petrov has beautifully captured the bizarre alternate world of life on the other side.  HISTORY OF FUN STUFF! November 9, 2015 Learning to read non-fiction can be a ton of fun, especially when it’s history and cool fun facts about the stuff kids love, like ice cream, space travel and video games! Your young, new reader will love this series illustrated by our own Scott Burroughs!  HOT OFF THE PRESSES! November 2, 2015 Be careful, it may burn you! Take a look at the latest book cover from Pierre Droal. Written by Tracy Hickman and Richard Garriott. This is volume 1 in the Blade of the Avatar series!  HAPPY HALLOWEEN!! October 29, 2015 Balloons are Red. Witches are Green. Craig Cameron wishes you A Happy Halloween! (and we do too!)  Numbers game!! October 28, 2015 Where do you land on holiday-shopping stress, reactions to sick co-workers, purchasing pre-packed goods, and so much more? If you’re looking to understand the numbers, rank the ratio or play the percentages, Nathalie Beauvois is the illustrator for you. Nathalie creates fun infographics for First for Women Magazine.....among other things!  MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE! October 26, 2015 Ian Dale has been collaborating with the good people at Herowatcher.org, a non-profit that exists to help make the world a better place by inspiring people to make charitable donations and using social media in a fun and transparent way. Ian is helping them to seek passionate individuals who seek to change the world! A hero indeed!  Murder, He Paints..... October 23, 2014 Mystery and suspense are always brewing when Ross Jones gets to painting. Take a look at some of the work Ross created for the mysterious series by Sheila Connolly.  HOT OFF THE PRESSES! October 19, 2015 We are thrilled to announce that the two pictures shown below, by our very own , Pierre Droal have been accepted by the judges in this year’s Society of Illustration West 54 Competition! Pierre has several different approaches to his storytelling. Take a look here and here to see how versatile Pierre is in capturing the flavor of each and every story he is asked to illustrate!  Cool! October 16, 2015 Take a look at this fun new addition to our group. Her name is Nurit Benchetrit and she applies her cool style to children’s illustrations, gaming as well as ads and editorial work!  WHO????? October 12, 2015 Who was your favorite person in history, art, science or pop-culture? Chances are good that Nancy Harrison has illustrated them on covers for an ongoing series of fun and engaging biographies by Penguin Books. In fact, kids love these books so much, they are on The New York Times Best Seller list and are the #1 Biography Series for kids!  THE GREAT OUTDOORS...plus! October 8, 2015 Check out the great outdoors in these scenes created by Brian Miller from Orlin Culture Shop for TUFFSHED. Brian was tasked with creating environments to showcase TUFFSHED Cabin Shells. Below are the couple’s retreat and the family vacation scenes. Fun times in the woods!  SAY HELLO TO JAKE! October 6, 2015 Jake Murray has been drawing and imagining fantastical things for as long as he can remember. Entangled with his obsession for drawing was also a love of story telling. Jake specializes in creating digital art for entertainment media that has the look and feel of classically painted illustrations. His work showcases a range of painting styles - from detailed, highly rendered art to more painterly impressionistic visions. Take a look!  A GREAT ADDITION! September 10, 2015 Please join us in welcoming our newest team member, Martina Crepulja. This talented young artist creates beautiful worlds filled with color and graphic visuals for advertising, children’s books, and animation.  THE MEASLY VIRUS September 8, 2015 Hot off the presses! Watters Publishing, a new publishing company focused on kids’ health promotion in a fun way, worked with Laura Watson to tackle the cantankerous virus monster and the importance of vaccinations. Look for more fun and health friendly titles from this dynamic duo soon! Remember, #superheroesvaccinate  COVER ART September 1, 2015 Some Strangely Beautiful work crossed our path as we welcomed artist, Pierre Droal to our team of illustrators. Look to see more exciting cover art from Pierre like the piece he did for Tor Books making murder and mayhem breathtaking.  IT’S A MERMAID WORLD! August 20, 2015 If you have young readers in the house, you’ve probably have met up with these beautiful mermaids. Our own Tatevik Avakyan works closely with Simon and Schuster to make sure the mergirls solve all the latest mermysteries under the sea.  FORE August 14, 2015 Have you got game? Illustrator Brian Miller from Orlin Culture Shop worked a few rounds to help intro this energy bar for golfers. Whether you are on the links, or just need a quick pick me up try a CADDY bar!  TEETH FAIRIES! July 31, 2015 If you are looking to surprise the little one in your family with a new spin on a traditional idea, check out Teeth Fairies! Written by Ingrid Bencosme and illustrated by Laura Watson you’ll learn there is more than just one fairy tending to all things dental! Check out Teeth Fairies, the box set, and learn all about it! You’ll find a book, a doll and a little home for the doll! Very fun!  |
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