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Jessine Hein Retro Illustrator from Germany
Doctor Mozz Medical Poster
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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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Sveta Dorosheva Retro Illustrator from Israel
Dual Portrait with Floral and Ornate Details
Sveta Dorosheva
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Hierophant and Judgement tarot cards detailed line art by Sveta Dorosheva
Hierophant and Judgement Tarot Cards
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Hanged Man hanging from tree and Chariot tarot card by Sveta Dorosheva
Hanged Man and Chariot Tarot Cards
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Vintage art of street scene
Soviet-Era Street Scene with Skaters
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Editorial illustration about the puppeteer girl
Girl Standing on Vintage Sofa with Doll
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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
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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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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
Kneeling Woman in Casual Outfit
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Illustration of four characters from Ex Machina in stylized panels
Four Panel Sci-Fi Character Portraits
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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
Two People Sitting on Bed with Black Cat
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Reiko Kato Retro Illustrator from United States
Yakuza Back Tattoo
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Watercolor of black and red goldfish by Reiko Lauper
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Pet portrait of small white dog Apple with fruit frame by Reiko Lauper
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Black and white portrait of a woman smoking, artwork by Reiko Lauper
Black and White Portrait of Woman Smoking
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Woman smoking with intricate dragon tattoo across her back by Reiko Lauper
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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
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Cover illustration for Viva Brighton magazine
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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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Max Erwin Retro Illustrator from United States
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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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Martin Hargreaves Black and White Retro Illustrator
Detailed Botanical Grain Illustration
Martin Hargreaves Black and White
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Black and white drawing of woman sitting on steps, thoughtful pose by Martin Hargreaves
Contemplative Woman Sitting Drawing
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Black and white religious judgment scene illustration by Martin Hargreaves
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Illustration of Queen Elizabeth II in crown and regal robes by Martin Hargreaves
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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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