Tag: illustration

Always something to learn


Childrens book illustration trends are cyclical. Every four or five years methods from the past resurface. But digital work is on the increase. Each year the are better skilled illustrators producing wonderful work without using paint and paper. Some of us ‘old-schoolers’ find it hard to keep up. We are used to taking our time…… Continue reading Always something to learn

Scoop Magazine

John Blanke - Scoop Magazine

Early in 2020, Scoop Magazine asked if was interested in illustrating some stories in a comic strip style. I have secretly wanted to do something like this for quite some time so jumped at the chance. Furthermore, the strips were to be activist or historical, which is a space that I follow regularly. In fact, many…… Continue reading Scoop Magazine

Shop open


After many years of illustrating books, editorials, information graphics and posters, I’ve accumulated a large body work. I admire those who arrange exhibitions of their work because I never had the time nor the inclination. But after months in lockdown allowed me to catch up with an endless to-do list, the last thing on it…… Continue reading Shop open

Pathways to… your dream


I am taking part in Pathways, which is a fantastic new programme for young and emerging children’s books and comics talent in the UK. The Pathways into children’s publishing programme is a groundbreaking new two-year illustration programme for diverse, talented and ambitious artists taught by world-class illustrators and writers, university tutors, children’s editors and art directors. Pop Up Projects has partnered with House of Illustration in the UK…… Continue reading Pathways to… your dream