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Albert Morell Retro Illustrator from Germany
Identity icon "Bison" 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
On-pack illustration of a cheesemaker for major swiss dairy firm BAER
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Female figure On-pack icon for Norwegian food supplier
Female figure On-pack icon for norwegian food supplier
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British Pub Logo Design
Identity icon illustration for british pub "The 3 jolly butchers" Brighton.
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Sic Monkie Retro Illustrator from United States
Woman Posing with Domino Pieces
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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
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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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Bob Venables Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
Giant Praying Mantis Attack Illustration
Bob Venables
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Medieval music band retro art
Medieval Band Playing Instruments
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Retro art of Napa Valley Wine Brand ONE HOPE
1950s Couple Toasting with Drinks
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Wimbledon Tennis Championships advertising poster
Wimbledon 2018 Tennis Championships Poster
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E. Leclerc Cultural Spaces catalogue oil painting
Santa Claus Riding Horse in Mountain Landscape
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Amandine Dugon Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
Young Woman Resting with Eyes Closed
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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
Young Girl in Blue Dress Holding Doll
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Andrei Nicolescu Retro Illustrator from Romania
Person with Umbrella and Blue Light
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Hand holding Mermoz magazine with abstract blue cover by Andrei Nicolescu
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Film poster for Cadence showing a large saxophone and a person on the bell by Andrei Nicolescu
Cadence Movie Poster with Saxophone
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Music poster with saxophone and 'CADENCE' text on city street by Andrei Nicolescu
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Man in suit on fire escape staircase with blue and pink sky
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Cat Sims Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
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Halloween comic commissioned by the Gas Safe Register
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Jan Meininghaus Retro Illustrator from Germany
PS.Speicher 10th Anniversary Illustration
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Punk woman shouting with electric guitar by Jan Meininghaus
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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
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Ruth Palmer Retro Illustrator from United Kingdom
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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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