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- The top 15 illustrators of 2026, as chosen by the community
Creative Boom · Apr 16, 2026
Creative Boom’s 2026 community poll highlights 15 illustrators shaping the global illustration scene, emphasizing originality and human touch in an AI-saturated era. The list spans established names like Noma Bar and Malika Favre to emerging talents such as Anna Micheloni and Genie Espinosa. The article celebrates craftsmanship, individuality, and the enduring commercial relevance of distinctive illustration.
The New YorkerThe Guardianillustration - Shut your laptop! Ways to find inspiration offline
It's Nice That · Jan 12, 2026
The article from It’s Nice That encourages creatives to seek inspiration away from screens, featuring seven creatives who share offline mini-briefs. It highlights advice from illustrator Helen Oxenbury and contributions from studios like From Form and designer Liang Jung Chen, offering practical ways to rediscover creativity through real-world exploration.
- “Friction keeps you awake and alert”: KarlssonWilker on harnessing the art of the unexpected
It's Nice That · Jan 6, 2026
The article profiles New York studio Karlssonwilker and its founders Hjalti Karlsson and Jan Wilker, exploring their philosophy of 'controlled chaos' and emotional intelligence in design. It highlights recent identity projects for the Charles & Ray Eames Foundation, Calder Gardens, Reykjavik Art Museum, and Remai Modern, emphasizing their experimental yet thoughtful approach. The piece underscores the studio’s small size, collaborative ethos, and resistance to formulaic design.
KarlssonwilkerCharles & Ray Eames FoundationCalder Gardensbranding - How did Matey balance spontaneity with system in Pizza Grace’s brand?
The Brand Identity · Nov 21, 2025
The Brand Identity features Birmingham-based studio Matey’s rebrand for Pizza Grace, a local pizzeria recently acquired by the founders of Big Spoon Creamery. The new identity balances spontaneity and system through hand-drawn elements, a custom script logotype, and a symbolic pizza dove mark. The tactile, limited-palette design reflects the restaurant’s craft-driven ethos and neighborhood warmth.
MateyPizza GraceBig Spoon Creamerybranding - "8 Must-Know Chinese Illustrators Blending Tradition and Innovation"
Creative Boom · Oct 14, 2025
Creative Boom’s feature 'East Meets Everywhere' spotlights eight Chinese illustrators represented by Caper Illustration, a London–Shanghai agency bridging Eastern and Western visual cultures. The article highlights how these artists blend traditional Chinese art forms with modern digital techniques, working with major global brands. It celebrates the diversity, innovation, and global reach of contemporary Chinese illustration.
- "New Hires, Big Wins Mark Creative Industry's Latest Highlights"
Creative Boom · Sep 10, 2025
Creative Boom launches its first 'Booms & Shakes' monthly roundup, highlighting new hires, client wins, leadership changes, and studio launches across the creative industry. Agencies like ARK, VCCP, Genoa Black, and The Midnight Club feature prominently, alongside new ventures such as Strategy Department and GOOD Studio. The article also notes D&AD CEO Dara Lynch’s departure and regional creative initiatives in Manchester.
ARKVCCPGenoa BlackloveholidaysCo-op Funeralcarebranding - Bielke&Yang Rebrands Norway's Largest Newspaper, VG
The Brand Identity · Aug 13, 2025
Oslo-based studio Bielke&Yang has rebranded VG, Norway’s largest newspaper, with a dynamic identity that modernizes its legacy while preserving recognition. The project introduces a 3D motion logo, custom typefaces developed with Smuss Studio, and a flexible color system reflecting VG’s editorial diversity. Collaborations with illustrator Ole-Magnus Saxegaard and VG’s newsroom ensured the rebrand balances heritage with innovation.
Bielke&YangSmuss StudioVG (Verdens Gang)branding - Ciaran Birch Excels in Custom Wordmarks, Develops Typefaces
It's Nice That · Jul 30, 2025
The article profiles London-based designer Ciaran Birch, exploring his evolution into freelance work focused on custom typography and wordmarks. It highlights his recent collaborations with brands like Salomon, Martine Rose, and musicians such as Quade, emphasizing his process-driven approach to crafting bespoke type and logomarks. Birch discusses his 'half-baked' archive of type sketches and his commitment to type-led visual storytelling.
Alaska AlaskaMartine Rose StudioSalomonMartine Rosebranding - "DD LONDON Marks 10 Years of Global Luxury Branding Success"
The Brand Identity · Jul 18, 2025 · Interview
The Brand Identity interviews DD LONDON co-founders Dominic Evans and Duncan Alexander as the studio celebrates its 10th anniversary. They reflect on their journey from a two-person start-up to a globally recognized luxury branding consultancy, discussing their collaborative approach, focus on storytelling, and evolution into a strategic brand partner. The piece highlights their work across real estate, hospitality, and lifestyle sectors, including projects for Fabergé, The Shard Residences, and Nobu Residences.
- "Gramática Studio Crafts Avant-Garde Brand for Avant Garden Rooftop"
The Brand Identity · Jul 17, 2025
Gramática Studio created a playful yet practical brand identity for Avant Garden, a rooftop venue in Riga that blends dining and nightlife. The design merges avant-garde experimentation with natural textures and colors inspired by the garden setting. The result is a flexible, approachable identity that reflects both creativity and nature.
Gramática StudioAvant Gardenbranding