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Not only does each illustrator have their own artistic style, but they also have distinct areas of expertise—niches. For example, some illustrators specialize in food-themed artwork, while others may be really good at maps...or animation...or murals.
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Just a Sample
Explore the diverse illustration styles showcased on this site.
This group features just a small selection of the 300+ freelance illustrators in our community—each with their own creative niche, from editorial and lifestyle to food, florals, patterns, and more.
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Artwork by Danielle Chandler
Illustrators are Everywhere
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AUSTRALIA
LIFESTYLE
People doing things!
The illustrators within this slideshow specialize in capturing the diversity of daily life, covering topics that range from health and aging to sports, recreation and all aspects of well-being.
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Meet the Illustrator
Aly Miller is based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and specializes in illustrated maps and travel-themed artwork.
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Belle Wuthrich is based in San Francisco, California, and specializes in branding, packaging, and corporate iconography.
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Jude Buffum is based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and specializes in pixel-style editorial illustrations.
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Jill McDonald is based in Kansas City, Missouri, and specializes in illustrating children’s books and creating artwork for kids.
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