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Black & White

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Lauren Mortimer PencilsCara WangSamantha SilvermanJacob SteadKelly SmithAndressa MeissnerBurin and PlatePatrick RoscheJohn HolderDena CooperMartin Hargreaves ColorLiz PepperellCaroline ChurchSvetlana MolodchenkoRuth PalmerZoë More OFerrallEllie ComptonAlison KerryPetra DufkovaJuliet Percival MedicalEchopicPaperfacePJ KaiowaBob VenablesVince RayStudio DucoMartin Hargreaves Black and WhiteSveta DoroshevaEde StudioNadia FlowerKathryn RathkeMartha von MaydellJuliet PercivalMike HallKatharina MadestaJulia Prokhotskaya In Black And WhiteReiko KatoEmily RobertsonChrissy LauAngela SalernoJessine HeinAgnès ErnoultNatalia SanabriaMiosis StudioEsther StimphatRohan EasonBecca ThorneJyotirmayee PatraCat Sims
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Lauren Mortimer Pencils Black & White Illustrator from UK
Burning Braided Rope Ends Illustration
Lauren Mortimer Pencils
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Makeup kit black and white illustration for Le Monde Magazine
Vintage Makeup Compact and Lipstick Set
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Interior for cocktail recipe book
Gone With The Gin: The Maraschino Candidate
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Dog carrying wtaer mug
Husky Pulling Large Mug in Snowy Mountains
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Pencil drawing of Squirrel in flowers
Squirrel with Floral Arrangement
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Cara Wang Black & White Illustrator from United States
Black and White Diverse People in House Frames
Cara Wang
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Family of four sitting around diner table eating and talking.
Family Dining at Port Washington Diner
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Black and white cartoons showing diverse quirky characters in different scenes
Black and White Cartoon Character Collage
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A short story about "The Meeting" by Alix Ohlin
The Meeting
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Collage sketch of people on the streets of Guangzhou
Guangzhou
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Samantha Silverman Black & White Illustrator from United States
Person Sleeping in Bed with Cat
Samantha Silverman
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"Brooklyn Bodega" architectural rendering
"Brooklyn Bodega"
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Comic strip of dining during COVID
Dining During COVID
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Cartoon of two snails talking outdoors with garden plants, by Samantha Silverman
Cartoon Snails Conversing Outdoors
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Illustration by Samantha Silverman of the Starrett-Lehigh Building and waterfront in New York City
Starrett-Lehigh Building in New York City
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Jacob Stead Black & White Illustrator from United Kingdom
Medieval Fisherman and Castle Scene
Jacob Stead
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Black and white illustration of a knight on a horse with mythical creatures
Medieval Knight on Horseback
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Black and white The Fool tarot card with traveler and dog near cliff
The Fool Tarot Card Illustration
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Black and white illustration of a knight with a sword amidst trees
Illustration of Wonder Book Scene
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Witch in hat playing guitar on tree stump surrounded by branches and clouds
Witch Playing Guitar on Tree Stump
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Kelly Smith Black & White Illustrator from Australia
Woman in Black Suit Sitting on Stool
Kelly Smith
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Illustration of Chanel 'Le Lift' eye patches
Le Lift
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Pencil drawing of women eyes
Sketches of Human Eyes
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Fashion figures pencil made art
Fashion Sketch of Chanel Cruise 21/22
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Young woman in black dress and boots holding coffee on Paris street
Woman Holding Book on Paris Street
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Andressa Meissner Black & White Illustrator from Brazil
Black and White Bird on Branch
Andressa Meissner
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Illustration of a large bird on eggs with a chick standing next to it
Large Bird Nesting Beside Chick
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Detailed black and white sketch of an ostrich bird
Detailed Black and White Ostrich Illustration
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Coati walking on a branch black and white illustration
Black and White Coati Illustration
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Detailed black and white orchid flower line drawing
Black and White Orchid Line Drawing
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Burin and Plate Black & White Illustrator from United Kingdom
York Minster Linocut Print
Burin and Plate
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Linocut print of Ironbridge over a river by Burin and Plate
Ironbridge Linocut Print
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Linocut print of the Tower of London by Burin and Plate
Tower of London Linocut Print
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Linocut fountain before Birmingham buildings by Burin and Plate
Birmingham Fountain and City Buildings
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Burin and Plate linocut depicting a Parisian church
Linocut of a Parisian Church
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Patrick Rosche Black & White Illustrator from Germany
Businessman Speaking at Union Investment Podium
Patrick Rosche
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Black and white portrait of man in glasses and cap with cross symbol
Black and White Digital Portrait of Man
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People Art of Man and Fox
Portrait of Man with Wolf and Trees
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Portrait sketch of a middle-aged woman with earrings and denim jacket
Black and White Pencil Portrait of Woman
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Woman in historical dress sitting on floor with flowing skirt
Woman in Historical Dress Sitting

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More about black and white illustration

In a world where we are often dazzled by colourful communications, sometimes it’s nice to get back to basics. That’s when black and white illustration is very effective. It’s a way of capturing an idea clearly and succinctly, getting straight to the point. No dazzle. No confusion. That’s not to say black and white illustration can’t convey a tone or feeling. Some black and white illustrators create highly rendered monochrome images using the finest sketching, hatching and shading techniques. Etching-style artworks are another popular branch of black and white illustration – full of charm, with a traditional feel.

Frequently asked questions about Black & White illustration

How do I find the right black and white illustrator for my project?
Explore our Black and White style gallery to find illustrators creating everything from scribbles and expressive marks to delicately pencil-shaded realism.
How much does black and white illustration cost?
There’s no set price. The cost will depend on how many images you need, the usage, the complexity of the work, the illustrator you choose and other factors including the deadline.
Why work with IllustrationX?
We give you access to the most talented black and white illustrators from all around the world, with our expert agents on hand to ensure your project is creative, effective and on time. See our About page for more.
How do I commission black and white illustration?
Our agents can help you select an illustrator and develop a brief covering the content of the images, when and how you’ll use them, how long you’ll use them for, and your deadline.
What makes a good black and white illustration?
Stripping colour out means other elements of the artist’s technique come to the fore. A good black and white illustration capitalises for a clear, impactful image.
Do you commission animation as well?
If so, we represent many outstandingly talented animators, creating gifs, explainers, characters, stop motion and motion graphics for TV, film, games and digital streaming in 2d and 3d.
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