Helen Oxenbury
Illustrator
In their own words
Keep away from the bloody computer!
Keep away from the bloody computer!
Keep away from the bloody computer!
Children are the same now as they were 100 years ago. What they like, what they find funny, what they find sad, and what they find exciting – it’s the same.
Articles & interviews3
- Shut your laptop! Ways to find inspiration offline
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.
- Review of the Year 2025: Top 25 Illustration
It’s Nice That’s annual ‘Review of the Year 2025: Top 25 Illustration’ highlights the most memorable illustration stories of the year, celebrating artists who explored nostalgia, everyday life, and human connection. The feature spotlights illustrators like Angelica Frey, Helen Oxenbury, and Irasutoya, showing how traditional and personal illustration continues to thrive despite the rise of generative AI imagery.
- Helen Oxenbury Reflects on 60 Years of Illustrating for Children
The article is a feature interview with celebrated children's book illustrator Helen Oxenbury, reflecting on her six-decade career and her approach to illustrating childhood. She discusses her beginnings, influences, and process, as well as her exhibition at London’s Burgh House. The conversation highlights her authenticity, humor, and enduring impact on children’s literature.