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Simon Skullwright has recently updated his illustration portfolio, offering a fresh look at his growing body of work in children’s book illustration. Specialising in spooky, gothic, and old-world themes, Simon’s style draws heavily on traditional techniques. The portfolio features a range of detailed pen and ink illustrations, alongside select pencil works and a small number of digital pieces. The collection highlights Simon’s interest in atmosphere and character, with a consistent tone...

Before Disney, before Technicolor, there was shadow. In 1919, Arthur Rackham reimagined Cinderella through pure silhouette—black, white, and breathtakingly alive. This short read explores how one of the Edwardian era’s greatest illustrators found new magic by daring to work differently.

Discover the story of Elizabeth Blackwell (1707–1758), the pioneering botanical illustrator behind A Curious Herbal. Working in 18th-century London, she created one of the most beautiful and scientifically accurate plant books ever published — a masterpiece that continues to inspire artists, naturalists, and dreamers alike.