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The World Around Us

Introduce kids to the natural world, science and geography with experienced, innovative illustrators who understand the children’s market

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Tim BradfordChristopher CorrMaxim UsikAlyah HolmesLee HodgesJacob SteadDalia AwadDonough O'MalleyIratxe López de MunáinGail ArmstrongKE BirchAyang CempakaShiane SalabieAdam LarkumKatharina MadestaVicky ScottDrew BardanaAlyssa De AsisAnnie DavidsonJulia Prokhotskaya In ColourAlyah Holmes KidsLhaiza MorenaAndreas BesserOlga PopovaRosanna TaskerAlan BakerTang WeiAndressa Meissner KidsThies SchwarzJulia Prokhotskaya In Black And WhitePintachanTatsiana BurgaudAnne Wilson
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Tim Bradford The World Around Us Illustrator from UK
Toco Toucan on Branch
Tim Bradford
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Train moving through mountains, river, forest, eagle flying, deer on grass by Tim Bradford
Scenic Train Through Mountain Landscape
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Split scene illustration of floral field and sunny beach
Minimalist Landscape with Field and Beach
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Graphic depicting plastic pollution cleanup from city to ocean
Ocean Plastic Pollution Cleanup Process
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Map design of India
Global Diamond Trade Network Illustration
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Christopher Corr The World Around Us Illustrator from United Kingdom
Whimsical Yellow Illustrated Characters
Christopher Corr
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Two climbers with sunglasses and winter gear on Everest backdrop
Two Mountaineers on Everest
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Whimsical cityscape with birds, animals, and an orange sun on pink sky
Whimsical Cityscape with Birds and Sun
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Vibrant pink Indian temple with green trees and birds on a sunny day illustration.
Bright Illustration of Traditional Indian Temple
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Folk art village scene with colorful birds, people, and buildings
Colorful Folk Art Village Scene
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Maxim Usik The World Around Us Illustrator from Finland
Behind the Scene Airports Book Covers
Maxim Usik
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Where's Attenborough book cover design
Where's Attenborough? Book Cover
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Aircraft catering lift truck raising food container to airplane by Maxim Usik
Aircraft Catering Lift Truck
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Two airplane pilots in cockpit with controls and instruments by Maxim Usik
Commercial Airplane Cockpit with Pilots
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Colorful travel illustration with global landmarks and a camera by Maxim Usik
Travel Illustration Featuring Global Landmarks
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Alyah Holmes The World Around Us Illustrator from Canada
Colorful Collage of Black Joyful Faces
Alyah Holmes
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Black lady doing yoga while reading a book
Black Woman Practicing Yoga and Reading
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Family dinner scene illustrated for a Coca-Cola mural
Family Dinner with Coca-Cola Zero Sugar
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Colorful book cover of anthology with diverse Black couples in love
Anthology of Black Love Stories Cover
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Colorful spot illustrations of food, drinks, laundry, and sports icons
Colorful Icons of Food, Wine, and Laundry Items
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Lee Hodges The World Around Us Illustrator from UK
Colorful Illustrated Map of South America
Lee Hodges
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Graphic Fun Food
Colorful Abstract Floral Composition
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Tropical setting of beach scene
Colorful Beach and Ocean Scene
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Night scene painting by Lee Hodges
Nighttime Neighborhood with Full Moon
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People flying kites and enjoying a sunny day in a vibrant park
People Flying Kites on a Sunny Day
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Jacob Stead The World Around Us Illustrator from United Kingdom
People Reading on Giant Books in Cityscape
Jacob Stead
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Astronaut floating in space near Earth and Moon by Jacob Stead
Astronaut Floating in Space near Earth and Moon
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Dallas Observer's cover on What's A Zoo To Do?
Dallas Observer Zoo Cover Illustration
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Open window showing mountains, lake, and hiking trail landscape
Mountain View Through Open Window
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Illustration of a smiling woman with blonde hair and abstract tech background
Portrait of a Woman with Abstract Tech Background
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Dalia Awad The World Around Us Illustrator from United Kingdom
Children Near Mosque with Blue Domes
Dalia Awad
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City street scene with people and a dog running by cafes by Dalia Awad
City Street Scene with Dog and Diverse People
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Child fishing on dock near lakeside house and lighthouse by Dalia Awad
Child Fishing on Dock Near Lighthouse
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Children playing in woods on Back to the Woods cover illustration by Dalia Awad
Back to the Woods Children's Book Cover
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Children swimming and exploring colorful underwater sea creatures by Dalia Awad
Children Exploring Underwater with Sea Creatures
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Donough O'Malley The World Around Us Illustrator from United Kingdom
Colorful Camper Van Scene
Donough O'Malley
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Illustration of man setting bowling pins with machine mechanism
Mechanical Bowling Pin Setter Illustration
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Donough O Malley
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Graphic design of speech therapists
People Using Optical Devices
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Book jacket of "The Solar System"
Solar System Illustration with Planets Aligned

More about the world around us illustration

Imagery from nature, the environment, science and geography plant seeds in the imagination and engage kids with the world around us. From there, children’s appreciation of the natural world can grow and flourish. At a time when the world faces a climate crisis, illustrations demonstrating why the natural world is important are vital – illuminating rare creatures and habitats, or simply showing children that there is natural beauty on their doorstep. The world around us can be brought to life in illustration using a wide variety of media and in styles that evoke different tones depending on the content. Inspired and intrigued by the artwork, kids will feel closer to and part of the world around them, ready to absorb more of its wonders.

Frequently asked questions about The World Around Us illustration

How do I find the right illustrator for the world around us projects?
Explore the portfolios of illustrators skilled in depicting the world around us in different styles and for children of various ages in the style gallery above.
How much does the world around us illustration cost?
The fee will depend on several factors such as the number and complexity of the illustrations; how, when and where they’ll appear; and your timescale.
Why use IllustrationX?
IllustrationX has world-leading experience and expertise in the children’s illustration market, representing a stable of talented illustrators who are the best in the category.
How do I commission an illustrator for environment, culture and geographic projects?
Get in touch with one of our experienced agents, who will help you create a brief covering the project, the imagery, usage and licensing, and the deadline.
What makes a good the world around us illustrator?
A good illustrator in this category will have an eye for the things in the world around us that will capture the imagination of children, spark their curiosity and leave them wanting more.
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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