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Cat Sims Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
Puffin Book
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The guide book poster comic illustration
Campbell's Soup Can with Pop Culture Figures
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People on horse
Three Riders and a Trainer with Horses
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Cover artwork for Sick Again’s new record
Motorcyclists Riding at Sunset
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Halloween comic commissioned by the Gas Safe Register
Halloween Comic with Friendly Ghost
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Pintachan Retro Illustrator from Spain
Pintachan
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Pintachan Retro
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Illustration of barber with razor and shaving brush
Cartoon Barber with Razor and Brush
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Illustration of a smiling girl with ghostly shapes around her
Cartoon Girl with Ghost-Like Figures
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Cartoon girl with blonde hair and candy around her on teal background
Cartoon Girl Surrounded by Candy
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Alan Baker Retro Illustrator from UK
Magical Objects Gifted by Crows
Alan Baker
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Various colorful household objects including kitchenware, tools, and accessories
Collection of Various Household Items
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Illustration for canal magazine by Alan Baker
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Illustration of Botanical plants and flowers
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Illustrations for children's book featuring different nursery rhymes
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Alison Kerry Retro Illustrator from United States
Gilded Age Train Dining Car
Alison Kerry
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Holiday village with decorated Christmas tree under moon, by Alison Kerry
Holiday Village Scene with Christmas Tree
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Desert scene with hikers and cacti under Aquarius sign by Alison Kerry
Aquarius Tucson Desert Stamp Illustration
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Illustration of fried calamari with lemon and a jalapeño cocktail by Alison Kerry
Calamari and Cocktail with Jalapeño
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Volunteers picking up trash on a sunny Spanish island beach by Alison Kerry
Volunteers Cleaning Spanish Island Beach
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Donough O'Malley Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
Ukrainian Christmas Star Parade
Donough O'Malley
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Stylized colorful portraits of four distinct characters by Donough O'Malley
Stylized Portraits of Four Vibrant Characters
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Cover illustration for Viva Brighton magazine
Viva Magazine Cover Beach Volleyball
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Illustration of person holding cane with clock on waist by Donough O'Malley
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Diving woman plunging into water with colorful layers by Donough O'Malley
Colorful Diving Woman Poster
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Heather Landis Retro Illustrator from United States
Becoming The Pastor's Wife Book Cover
Heather Landis
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Couple playing ping pong illustration by Heather Landis
Vintage Ping Pong Players with Text
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Colorful red and pink carnations with blue leaves on bright background
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Contemporary drawing of study people by Heather Landis
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Eagle flying conceptual artwork
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Jan Meininghaus Retro Illustrator from Germany
PS.Speicher 10th Anniversary Illustration
Jan Meininghaus
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Punk woman shouting with electric guitar by Jan Meininghaus
Punk Woman with Electric Guitar
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Neon portrait of man in suit pointing forward by Jan Meininghaus
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Smiling man lighting cigarette with lighter in vintage style illustration
Retro Man Lighting Cigarette Illustration
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Vintage surf cars with surfers and tropical flowers by Jan Meininghaus
Vintage Surf Cars and Surfers Illustration
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Amandine Dugon Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
Young Woman Resting with Eyes Closed
Amandine Dugon
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Man pulling a wagon full of assorted household objects and clothes.
Girl Pulling Overloaded Wagon
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Child reading book next to friendly dog lying on floor
Child Reading Beside Large Dog
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Illustration of girl holding doll surrounded by stuffed animals by Amandine Dugon
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Smiling girl in blue dress holding pink ice cream cone
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More about retro illustration

Retro style illustration is well-loved because of its power to evoke bygone decades, sparking a sense of nostalgia as it takes us back to the 1950s, 60s, 70s or 80s by effortlessly capturing the style of the period in question. Retro illustrators are adept at referencing the pop culture of the past, employing the colour palettes and creative techniques used at the time for an authentic finish across advertising, editorial, packaging, online campaigns and more. Whether it’s Normal Rockwell-esque paintings, Golden Age comics books, Day Glo posters or Yellow Submarines, the challenge is to find meaning in the past while making it exciting again in the present.

Frequently asked questions about Retro illustration

How do I find the right retro illustrator for my project?
The commissioning process begins with a brief. Let us know what you want illustrated; how, when and where the images will be used; the duration of the campaign; your budget; and your deadline.
How much does retro illustration cost?
There’s no set cost. It will vary depending on the illustrator you choose and how they work, the extent of the work and the other factors outlined in the brief.
Why use IllustrationX?
IllustrationX offers a varied selection of retro illustrators from around the world, and an expert agenting team to ensure your entire project runs smoothly and on time. To find out more, see our About page.
How do I commission a retro illustrator?
The commissioning process begins with a brief. Let us know what you want illustrated; how, when and where the images will be used; the duration of the campaign; your budget; and your deadline.
What makes a good retro illustration?
A good retro illustration captures the aesthetic of a clearly identifiable period in the 20th century, evoking the nostalgia while perhaps offering a contemporary eye – something new and relevant.
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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