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Go back in time with one of our talented retro illustrators working in a huge range of eras and styles from fine art to poster graphics

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Chelsy Escalona Retro Illustrator from Germany
The Swimmer
Chelsy Escalona
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Book cover design of 'The Red Shoe'
'The Red Shoe' Cover
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Digital illustration of spring balconies blossoming
Spring Balconies Blossoming
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Food illustration of strawberry ice cream
Strawberry Milkshake with Whipped Cream
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Barbie figure in pink outfit breaking out of box, artwork by Chelsy Escalona
Barbie Breaking Out of Box Illustration
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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
Students Studying and Playing Violin Indoors
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Graphic cover Cosmic Girl
Cosmic Girl Astronaut Illustration
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Chris King Retro Illustrator from UK
Mystery Comics No. 32 Cover
Chris King
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Visual interpretation of a Jack Reacher thriller by Lee Child
Airport Terminal with Christmas Decoration
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Cover illustration of Remember Me book
Remember Me Book Cover Illustration
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Colorful design of a circus performer mid-act
Cowgirl Performing Trick on Horse
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Minimalist figurative artwork in line-based style
Woman with Skateboard and Geometric Background
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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
Hang Ups
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A digitized image of a Sony Walkman WM-24
Sony Walkman WM-24 Portable Cassette Player
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Graphic story on how to relax
How to Relax Illustrated Guide
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Portraying NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Greek Freak
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Diego Abreu Retro Illustrator from Brazil
Taxi Driver Movie Poster
Diego Abreu
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Diego Abreu crafts scenic visuals for Brazil's Papo de Segunda launch
Outdoor Café Scene with Patrons
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Street scene with people, blue car, colorful houses, and trees by Diego Abreu
Colorful Neighborhood Street Scene
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Vintage painting of newsboy
Child Holding Rolled Newspaper
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Painting of a pin up lady
Woman Relaxing on Lounge Chair with Drink
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Davi Augusto Retro Illustrator from Brazil
Mysterious Figures Inside Train Car
Davi Augusto
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Comic-style illustration of a colorful city street with skyscrapers
Colorful Comic-Style Cityscape with Traffic
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Vintage-dressed woman and man inside train compartment by Davi Augusto
Vintage Couple Inside Train Compartment
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Vintage gentleman wearing bowler hat and bow tie smoking cigarette by bar shelves by Davi Augusto
Vintage Gentleman with Mustache and Bowler Hat
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Woman with luggage boarding vintage bus illustration by Davi Augusto
Woman Boarding Vintage Bus
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Martin Hargreaves Color Retro Illustrator from UK
Victorian Woman in White Dress at Cafe
Martin Hargreaves Color
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Woman riding bicycle
Woman Riding Bicycle in Countryside
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Santa Claus with sack on Big Issue magazine cover by Martin Hargreaves
Santa Claus on Big Issue Cover
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Woman in French Revolution outfit pointing directly, artwork by Martin Hargreaves
Viral French Revolution Propaganda
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Woman in academic gown holding Union Jack shield by the sea by Martin Hargreaves
Woman in Academic Dress on Island with Shield
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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
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Pencil drawing of cow skull with cactus
Bull Skull with Cacti and Feathers

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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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