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Butcher Billy Retro Illustrator from Brazil
Stranger Things One Last Adventure Poster
Butcher Billy
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Butcher Billy art for Black Mirror Into Infinity book
USS Callister Retro Comic Cover
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Butcher Billy Retro
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Vintage comic book Space Fleet no 56 cover
Space Fleet Comic Cover No. 56
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Atari limited edition box set
Retro Video Game Cartridges and Boxes
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Matthew Laznicka Retro Illustrator from United States
Women Relaxing at Poolside
Matthew Laznicka
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Confident man and woman dressed formally in an office setting
Professional Man and Woman in Office
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Woman in hat with dog near castle and horse sculpture
Woman with Borzoi Dog by Castle
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Woman writing notes and boy playing violin in grand educational building
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Graphic cover Cosmic Girl
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Sic Monkie Retro Illustrator from United States
Woman Posing with Domino Pieces
Sic Monkie
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Young woman kneeling with a domino in hand on colorful background
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Illustration of four characters from Ex Machina in stylized panels
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Man and woman sitting on bed with cat on windowsill nearby
Two People Sitting on Bed with Black Cat
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Albert Morell Retro Illustrator from Germany
Bison Illustration for Vodka Brand
Albert Morell
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Logo of smiling gelato vendor holding two cones by Albert Morell
Dave's Gelato Logo with Vendor Illustration
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Baer Cheese Maker Logo
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Female figure On-pack icon for Norwegian food supplier
Norwegian Food Brand Female Icon
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British Pub Logo Design
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Donough O'Malley Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
Ukrainian Christmas Star Parade
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Stylized colorful portraits of four distinct characters by Donough O'Malley
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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
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Jan Meininghaus Retro Illustrator from Germany
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Neon portrait of man in suit pointing forward by Jan Meininghaus
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Vintage surf cars with surfers and tropical flowers by Jan Meininghaus
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Joseph McDermott Retro Illustrator from USA
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Man using a tablet that causes a chair to break in a comic strip.
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Diego Abreu Retro Illustrator from Brazil
Taxi Driver Movie Poster
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Diego Abreu crafts scenic visuals for Brazil's Papo de Segunda launch
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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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