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22/10/2025

🎨 New on the Blog: Artist Q&A with Mark Airs

From finance to wellbeing, Mark Airs has a knack for turning complex briefs into clever, colourful brilliance. His deceptively simple style has been a quiet favourite with editors and art directors since Ikon's early days — and now, he's sharing his process, inspirations, and what makes an illustration land.

✨ Bright colours. Sharp wit. Unmistakable charm.
📖 Read the full Q&A → Link in bio

In this Q&A, Mark’s personality shines through just as much as his artwork. He’s thoughtful, funny, and — we’ll say it — very likeable. And his colour-coded bookshelves? A quiet triumph of visual order. The Ikon team may or may not be rearranging ours as we speak.

13/10/2025

🖤 A–Z of Artistic Techniques: B is for Black and White

Timeless. Striking. Unapologetically bold. Black and white illustration plays with contrast and tone to deliver clarity, emotion, and impact — no distractions, just pure visual storytelling.

At Ikon, we license high-quality black and white work from top artists’ portfolios — ready to elevate your content, campaign, or editorial.

🖼️ Make your message unforgettable. 🔗 Explore at ikon-images.com

Do not use or copy - all rights reserved.

09/10/2025

🔥 5 Reasons Your Content Needs Editorial Illustration

1) Grabs attention — Conceptual visuals stop the scroll and spark curiosity.

2) Builds trust— Editorial-style art feels human, thoughtful, and brand-safe.

3) It tells a story — Illustration brings abstract ideas to life with clarity and emotion.

4) Boosts engagement — Posts with strong visuals get more clicks, shares, and saves.

5) It’s easier to license than you think — Ikon’s new pricing calculator makes it simple.

📣 Want your content to resonate, not just exist?

👉 Read the full blog Link in bio.

Image credits:
Sergio Ingravalle
Silvia Stetcher
Emma Hanquist
Otto Dettmer
Nick Shepherd
Benjamin Baxter

06/10/2025

Artist Q&A: Marie Montoccio

From delicate line work to emotionally intelligent storytelling, Marie Montoccio’s illustrations bring quiet power to complex subjects. In our latest interview, she shares her process, influences, and why she’s drawn to themes of identity, care, and connection.

💬 “I want my work to feel like a conversation — gentle, but clear.”

Explore Marie’s world and discover why her work resonates across publishing, wellbeing, and education sectors.

🔗 Read the full interview: Link in bio

03/10/2025

🎨 A–Z of Artistic Styles: A is for Acrylic Paint

Bold, versatile, and fast-drying — acrylics are the multitaskers of the art world. Whether you're layering up texture or going flat and graphic, this medium delivers punch and precision.

💡 Great for: Editorial work, expressive portraits, and anything that needs impact.

Stay tuned as we explore the full A–Z of illustration styles from our curated library.

Image credits:

Danuta Nierada
Russell Cobb
Christopher Corr
Sarah Beetson
Tommaso D'Incalci

25/09/2025

🖼️ New from Patric Sandri — Now Live on Ikon

Bold, conceptual, and unmistakably magenta — Patric Sandri’s latest illustrations are now available in our curated library. His work blends graphic precision with emotional punch, making it a go-to for editorial, education, and brand storytelling.

🎧 Soundtrack to his studio day? NAS.
🍝 Snack of choice? Pasta.
🎭 Weirdest pre-art job? Waiter in a theatre.
🎨 Most-used colour? Magenta, of course.

Explore the new collection and license with confidence: 🔗 ikon-images.com

05/09/2025

💡 New Commercial Pricing Is Here!
How very calculating of us… 📊✨

We’ve just launched our price calculator for commercial use — with special rates for micro businesses and start-ups.

Now you can license our premium conceptual illustrations for:
✅ Corporate websites
✅ Marketing communications (presentations, emails, newsletters, posters)
✅ Social media campaigns

Simply click the image you love, create an account, and get instant access for all these prices.

Coming soon: Business reports, multi-use deals & advertising packages. Watch this space!

💬 We’ve offered editorial rates for a while, but now’s your chance to grab a commission-standard image from our collection for your next project — and make your managers’ and directors’ jaws hit the floor.

Image credit Tania Yakunova/ Ikon Images

21/08/2025

Picking the right illustrations

Choosing the right illustration can make or break your editorial content. A well-selected image not only draws readers in, but also amplifies your message. Here are our top 5 expert tips for finding the perfect illustration to complement your article:

1) Match the Tone: Align the illustration style with the tone of your article.
2) Highlight the Concept: Choose visuals that clearly represent your article’s main idea.
3) Know Your Audience: Select images that resonate with your target demographic.
4) Balance and Harmony: Ensure the illustration enhances, not overshadows, the text.
5) Brand Alignment: Keep your publication’s brand identity in mind when selecting visuals.

Check out our latest post for examples of these tips in action.

Illustrations credits:
Annalisa Grassano
Jedi Noordegraaf
Alice Mollon
Tania Yakunova

18/08/2025

We’re excited to share a powerful new set of illustrations from long-time Ikon contributor Jedi Noordegraaf.

Working under the name Studio Vandaar, Jedi has been creating distinctive editorial illustrations since 2009. Known for his conceptual clarity and minimalist palette, his work is built around a strong connection to text — always seeking to express the core message of a piece with intelligence and visual impact.

Jedi's work is thoughtful, layered, and unmistakably his own — whether he's illustrating magazine features, covers, or shaping the visual identity of a brand. This latest batch of illustrations continues his commitment to clarity, purpose, and beautifully pared-back design.

ARTIST FACT-FILE
Name: Jedi Noordegraaf
Nickname at school: Jedimaster
Weirdest job before art: Nursery man
Favourite snack while working: Cucumber with peanut butter
Most-used colour: Turquoise
Current soundtrack to your work day: Bright Future / Adrianne Lenker

Explore Jedi’s newest work → ikon-images.com

14/08/2025

🌍 Sustainability & the Environment – Illustrated with Impact 🎨

As conversations around sustainability continue to grow louder, so does the need for powerful visual storytelling that resonates.

We recently shared an illustration exploring the themes of sustainability and environmental awareness — and if you missed it, now’s the perfect time to revisit it.

🖼️ Explore the work and its message, and dive deeper in our latest blog post:
👉 https://www.ikon-images.com/post/trending-illustrations-sustainability

Let’s continue to create, share, and support art that challenges us to think about the future we’re shaping. ♻️💡

Credits:
Mary Ann Smith
Eliot Wyatt
Doval
Matt Harrison Clough
Patrick George
Grundini
Jon Berkeley
Alex Williamson

11/08/2025

We’re pleased to share a brand new set of illustrations from long-time Ikon contributor Victoria Tentler-Krylov.

Victoria’s work blends architectural precision with artistic imagination — grounded in real places but always reaching toward something more atmospheric and lyrical. Trained as an architect and now working as an editorial and children’s illustrator, her images draw on a deep love of urban landscapes, storytelling, and the evolving interplay of digital and traditional media.

With this new batch, Victoria continues to explore themes of city life, design, fashion, and character — all with her signature elegance and fluid detail. As ever, we’re proud to represent her distinctive editorial work at Ikon.

ARTIST FACT-FILE
Name: Victoria Tentler-Krylov
Nickname at school: Vic
Weirdest job before art: Shelving books at the library
Favourite snack while working: Coffee
Most-used colour: Blue-grey
Current soundtrack to your work day: EDM and lounge

18/07/2025

✨ Z is for Jesse Zhang ✨

We end our A–Z of artists with Brooklyn-based illustrator Jesse Zhang.

In a tiny studio shared with her cat, Margot, Jesse creates surreal figures and dreamlike landscapes using watercolours, inks, and digital tools. 🖌️🌙 Her work has appeared in galleries like Harman Projects, bringing mystery and whimsy to the everyday.

Proof that imagination — no matter how quietly it begins — can travel far. 💫

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