Fred Van Deelen Vertex Award!

Congratulations go to Fred Van Deelen for a silver prize in the Vertex awards for outstanding brand packaging! Fred created these gorgeous label designs for a premium sausage brand in Holland, mixing a traditional scraperboard style, but with a contemporary styling. Strong design and quality draftsmanship are the signature features of Fred's award winning art!

Ella Okstad: The Wonderful Wizard of Oz

We are proud to present the fabulous new work from Ella Okstad, who has recently completed work on the Alma books publication of the classic 'Wonderful Wizard of Oz'. She was commissioned to do the stunning cover art and black and white interior illustrations. Her unique, contemporary style works perfectly for the story, giving it a fresh update, making it a firm favourite for a new generation of children!

Richard Merritt illustrates for Cosmopolitan NY

Following the huge success of his adult colouring books, Richard Merritt has just completed a lovely editorial piece for the renowned fashion and lifestyle magazine, Cosmopolitan, for their US edition. The article taps into the current obsession with relaxation and mindfulness, and he has produced some wonderfully detailed imagery, which has become his trademark for his popular colouring books. Add in a little bit of colouring from the art director and hey presto, you have a fabulous artwork... and of course, if you wanted to, why not fill the rest in at your leisure!

Barbara Bongini - Sandy Lane series from Usborne.

This month sees the release of 2 fabulous books from Usborne. As part of the Sandy Lane books, 'Ride by Moonlight' and 'The Midnight Horse' feature the beautiful work of Barbara Bongini. Follow these exciting tales from the Usborne Young Reading series, which is part of a collectible series of equestrian stories that are ideal for newly independent readers. We love seeing Barbara's work in black and white form too - a truly multi talented artist!

Squishy McFluff 4, Secret Santa! Ella Okstad art

In time for the festive season, we are excited to tell you about the 4th book released in the the phenomenal Squishy McFluff series. Secret Santa once again displays Ella Okstad’s beautiful artwork at its best.
Ava and Squishy’s ideas about how to be good make Christmas a challenge. In her letter to Santa, Ava only has one wish, but if she wants it to come true she and Squishy will have to be good and helpful! Can they help Mum buy cakes and wrap presents without causing too much chaos?

Violeta Dabija tea labels!

We were thrilled when US creatives, Dinardo Design, commissioned Violeta Dabija to illustrate some bespoke tea packaging. The resulting imagery is full of the charm and warmth we have come to expect from Violeta's superior skills! These delicate little packets of tea filled joy will be winging their way to a whole host of clients this festive season, so stick the kettle on and get the biscuits in!

Victoria Assanelli for Storytime magazine

We LOVE Storytime magazine, so were thrilled when Victoria Assanelli was commissioned to illustrate a story in their Christmas special edition. Her gorgeous work can be seen bringing the story 'Golden Stars' to life. But we all know, she is the real star, giving us constant delight with her wonderful style!

New Artist - Quino Marin!

We are thrilled to announce a new artist to The Organisation.. Quino Marin! Based in Gijón and graduating from Arts University of Seville with a degree in painting Quino has worked as a freelancer in many areas of illustration and graphic design ever since. His sumptuous art, full of detail has caught the eye of many renowned publishers across the world, including Oxford University Press, Hachette Filipacchi,
Hearst Magazines and Conde Nast Editions. Welcome Quino!

Shane McGowan scoops multiple awards!

Congratulations go to Shane McGowan for a number of wins in the Illustrators Australia awards 2015! 

He received a silver award for his terrific Gingerbread Man illustration, which featured on various apparel for Red Bubble. A further 3 images were selected as highly commended, including his spooky bats for Scholastic Australia, and a beautiful poster, advertising a concert by male pop choir Low Rez.

To add to this success he was selected for an honourable mention in the 3x3 magazine picture book show for his book 'Plughole' for Oxford University Press.

Well done Shane on your multiple awards!

Livia Coloji - Thumbelina

Also part of the wonderful Parragon Hans Christian Anderson fairy tale book is Livia Coloji. Her beautiful work can be seen in the story of Thumbelina!

Gareth Lucas - Noisy Orchestra for Usborne

We had a wonderful surprise through our letter box today - the delightful 'Noisy Orchestra', published by Usborne and featuring Gareth Lucas' adorable art work! Listen to the animal orchestra getting ready for a concert... from gentle woodwind instruments to crashing drums. Each section of the orchestra and can be heard by pressing the sound buttons. Press the final button to hear the entire orchestra playing together.

Fred Van Deelen illustrates for Terry Wogan book!

We are thrilled to say that you can now get a copy of the broadcasting legend Terry Wogan's new book of short stories, featuring the wonderful artwork of Fred van Deelen.

Tales of love, loss and friendship from a national treasure.
Welcome to the party, pull up a chair, take your ease, and join Tom, king of the Cattle Market bank branch, for a bite to eat and a glass or two of wine. Come and meet his customers, many of whom have become his friends, and listen to their tales. Join Tom as he reminisces about the places he's been, the people he has met and the laughter and the struggles of daily life as he made his way from humble bank clerk to the heady heights of Branch Manager.