Up close and creative with Francesco Faccia
Tell us a little bit about yourself! When did you start creating? I have always loved illustrated books and comics, just as I have always adored using my imagination to step into fantasy worlds and live adventures alongside the characters in the books I read. Creating adventures and imaginary places of my own soon became […]
Something that stirs the senses – Lucie Luddington
I’m often asked what I look for when I sign a new illustrator at Luddington Creative. My reply is simple: something that stirs the senses. That discovery moment, the instant you feel a rush of excitement and connection, is what drives me as an Agent, and it has for the past 27 years. I’m also […]
Up close and creative with Gabriel San Martin
Tell us a little bit about yourself! When did you start creating? I’ve been drawing for as long as I can remember. As a child, I’d wake up and lose myself for hours in lines and colors. Later, I ventured into oil painting, drawn to a realistic style that challenged my technique. Still, something was […]
Types of children’s book illustrations
When it comes to children’s books, it’s often the illustrations that capture young imaginations first. The right illustration can add heart, humour, and visual magic to any tale, making it memorable for both kids and grown-ups. But with so many styles of illustration out there, how do you choose the right one? From dreamy watercolours […]
Up Close and Creative with Hannah Flanagan
Tell us a little bit about yourself! When did you start creating? I’ve always loved making art since I was a tiny little girl. I would draw non-stop on desks and my copybooks in school. Much to the chagrin of my teachers. When I went to university for genetics and cell biology I fell out […]
The Latest News from Luddington HQ
The sun is finally sticking around a bit longer, and so are the good vibes at Luddington Creative. It’s been five months since launch, and our illustrators are already making waves – from landing book deals to lighting up campaigns with clients around the world. In this round-up we’ll share exciting updates, and a glimpse […]
Up Close and Creative with Claire Westwood
Tell us a little bit about yourself! When did you start creating? I’m a full time illustrator, working at home with my little dog beside me (often barking at not very much). I’m impulsive, passionate and always creating. Even in the car I’ll be making note of the shapes and shadows in the trees. Mentally […]
Luddington Creative Joins the Bologna Buzz
Luddington Creative headed to the Bologna Children’s Book Fair this week. It was a buzzing fast paced few days, and in this blog, I’m handing the stage to my Luddington creatives who accompanied me to Bologna, to share the fair through their eyes and experiences. Some of our illustrators have even captured the magic of […]
Why Illustration in Advertising is so Important
Stock photos? They have most likely been seen hundreds of times. Generic visuals? They fade into the background. But illustration? Now that grabs attention. Whether it’s a playful character or a beautifully crafted scene, advertising illustration brings personality, storytelling, and a whole lot of charm. It helps brands stand out, connect emotionally, and create something […]
Up Close and Creative with Cecily Salt
Tell us a little bit about yourself! When did you start creating? I have always drawn things, and when I was a kid I did lots of ballet quite seriously and I use to draw bodies and pointed feet, ballet shoes, costumes, face profiles probably wishing I could look like the drawings – ballet world […]