Illustration

July 30, 2025

Over 2,100 Illustrations From Charles Dickens Novels Now Available in Online Archive

When you think of โ€œDickensian literature,โ€ foggy alleyways, forlorn orphans, or grotesque villains may come to mind. Thatโ€™s due in part to the influence of illustrations meant to aid 1800s readers in envisioning the scenes, characters, and emotions. Charles Dickens was deeply committed to these illustrations, which would portray characters, scenes, and emotions to his readers. Dickens consulted heavily with his artists and sometimes revised his writing to better match the vision of the illustration.

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February 8, 2025

Artist Captures the Unique Personalities of 13 Cities Worldwide Through Abstract Lines and Shapes

Italian architect and graphic designer Federico Babina is renowned for his distinctive illustration style, which weaves stories through abstract shapes and vibrant colors. In his latest series, Cityscape, Babina transforms 13 major cities around the world into labyrinth-like compositions, combining bold lines and minimalist motifs to capture the vibrant complexity of urban life.

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December 12, 2024

Artist Turns Photos Into Holographic Portraits That Reveal Illustrations From Certain Angles

For many, holographic, 3D bookmarks are trinkets considered to be a staple of childhood. The magic of seeing two different images depending on the viewing angle is both captivating and nostalgic, but these donโ€™t have to remain a sentimental item of the past. Seoyeon, a talented Korean digital artist, revives this feeling of nostalgia through her innovative product: K-DualView.

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October 16, 2024

Colorful Stamp Designs Celebrate the Beauty of Endangered Species

Sometimes, revisiting our past creative projects can reveal their lasting value. This is true for Hanoi-based graphic designer and illustrator Lรขm Tรนng Nguyแป…n (better known simply as Tรนng Nรขm). Nearly a decade ago, he designed the Endangered Species Stamp Collection while applying for an internship at a local design agency. Though years have passed, the project remains as relevant today as when it was first created.

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My Modern Met

Celebrating creativity and promoting a positive culture by spotlighting the best sides of humanityโ€”from the lighthearted and fun to the thought-provoking and enlightening.