Ana Bandarra
Agent
In their own words
The trend I see growing in is that talent will be commissioned to collaborate on projects with narratives that come from where they stand.
Articles & interviews
- Six surprising illustration trends for 2026
Creative Boom’s 2025 year-end feature by Garrick Webster explores six emerging illustration trends for 2026, based on insights from artists and agents worldwide. The article highlights a renewed focus on handcrafted techniques, authentic storytelling, stylised realism, and experimental aesthetics that merge traditional craft with new technologies like AI and VR. Agencies such as CIA, IllustrationX, Illozoo, and Pocko share how illustrators are adapting to a changing creative landscape.
- IllustrationX Achieves Global Reach, Expands Across Four Continents
Creative Boom’s feature explores how IllustrationX evolved from a London-based agency into a truly global illustration powerhouse with agents across four continents. Managing director Harry Lyon-Smith and North America director Stacey Endress discuss the agency’s structure, localised approach, and commitment to artist quality. The article highlights how authenticity and international collaboration give IllustrationX a competitive edge in the age of AI-driven creativity.