Helen Oxenbury

Quotes

• “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 & interviews

• 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.

  From FormBuck DesignResidenceeditorial
• Review of the Year 2025: Top 25 Illustration

  It's Nice That · Dec 15, 2025

  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.

  The Guardianeditorial
• Helen Oxenbury Reflects on 60 Years of Illustrating for Children

  It's Nice That · May 7, 2025 · Interview

  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.

  HeinemannBurgh House Museumeditorial