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British illustrator John Holder works in the classic tradition of humorous illustration dating back to Victorian times. Giving contemporary topics a vintage twist is John’s specialty and that’s why leading newspapers, magazines, ad agencies and big brands turn to this vastly experienced artist.
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Angling Disasters
Angling Disasters
Quiller Publishing use John Holder's traditional skills for a book cover on fishy disasters.
Angling Disasters
Dogs Like Us
Dogs Like Us
Filled with humour, John Holder's latest book is packed with pets and their (almost) identical owners.
Dogs Like Us
Britain's Naughtiest Dogs
Britain's Naughtiest Dogs
Country Life magazine conduct a national competition to find the naughtiest dog and commission John Holder to illustrate the finalists.
Britain's Naughtiest Dogs
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