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Retro

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Joseph McDermott Retro Illustrator from USA
The Bachelor Cowboy Book Cover
Joseph McDermott
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Shopping woman editorial illustration for Cincinnati Magazine
Woman Carrying Gifts and Shopping Bags
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Robot targeting human then losing target in comic style panels
Robot Targeting Human in Comic Panels
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Man using a tablet that causes a chair to break in a comic strip.
Man Collapses Chair Using Tablet
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Two men amazed looking at a tablet with comic WOW text background
Two Men Amazed by Tablet with WOW Text
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Philipp Beck Retro Illustrator from Germany
The Locke Library Symbol Stickers
Philipp Beck
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Vintage Despute safety matches box surrounded by ripe red tomatoes by Philipp Beck
Despute Safety Matches Box Surrounded by Tomatoes
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Brick Sunscreen
Brick Sunscreen
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Blackthorn Liquor
Blackthorn Liquor
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10L container packaging design for Honest Toil olive oil
Honest Toil Olive Oil Packaging
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Klaus Meinhardt Retro Illustrator from Germany
Colorful Pop Art Sale Discounts
Klaus Meinhardt
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Slot machine with credit rating agencies S&P, Moody's, and Fitch, by Klaus Meinhardt
Rating Agencies Slot Machine
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Woman holding yellow card riding a bull with stars in background by Klaus Meinhardt
Woman Riding Bull with Yellow Card
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Roman figure reclining on pillars surrounded by gold coins by Klaus Meinhardt
Ancient Roman Figure Reclining on Pillars
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Illustration of people blowing and sharing bubble gum by Klaus Meinhardt
People Interacting with Bubble Gum Scenes
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Jessine Hein Retro Illustrator from Germany
Doctor Mozz Medical Poster
Jessine Hein
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Digital portrait of a man in a suit with bright colors by Jessine Hein
Stylized Portrait of a Man in Suit
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Two women talking on mobile phones, illustrated by Jessine Hein
Two Women Talking on Phones
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Sticker design of air hostess
Retro Flight Attendant Saluting
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Pop art of a classic woman face,saying How dare you
Angry Woman Shouting Pop Art
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Lauren Mortimer Pencils Retro Illustrator from UK
Coca-Cola
Lauren Mortimer Pencils
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
Hot Dog Suit on Poodle with Pitchfork
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Photo realistic of Gumball Machine
Gumball Machine
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The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy’ Cocktail illustration
Hand Holding Glass with Planets and Ice Cubes
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Pencil drawing of cow skull with cactus
Bull Skull with Cacti and Feathers
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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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Late Night Cram Cartoon by Sic Monkie
Late Night Cram
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Man and woman sitting on bed with cat on windowsill nearby
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Max Erwin Retro Illustrator from United States
Cherries with Leaf Illustration
Max Erwin
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Person face down on large vintage rotary phone by Max Erwin
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A digitized image of a Sony Walkman WM-24
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Graphic story on how to relax
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Portraying NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo
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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
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Woman writing notes and boy playing violin in grand educational building
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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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