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Analysing data collected by IllustrationX and with expert insights from our agents, we outline the latest visual and thematic trends in the illustration market between April and June 2026.
Jul 17
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TrendX - our deep analysis of what's going on in the market
Welcome to the latest edition of TrendX – bringing together data and expert insight to explore the current and emerging trends in the world of illustration.
Apr 24
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TrendX - our deep analysis of what's going on in the market
The calendar has turned to 2026 and it’s time to look at where illustration trends are heading in the coming year. Welcome to our latest quarterly report for the illustration market.
Jan 23
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TrendX
What styles are trending in the world of illustration? Find out with our report covering the Q2 of 2025. With shapes and colours popping out of the screen, we made some surprising discoveries…
Jul 31, 2025
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TrendX
Welcome to the latest edition of TrendX, our quarterly report that analyses current and emerging trends in illustration, based on our market intelligence along with insights from our global agenting team.
May 7, 2025
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TrendX
Discover the latest trends in illustration! Informed by data including our web traffic, enquiries, bookings and revenue streams, along with insight from our agenting team, here’s our February 2025 report as the year rolls on…
Feb 13, 2025
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TrendX
Bringing market data together with insights from our agenting team, we present our latest report on aesthetic trends in the illustration sector.
Oct 22, 2024
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TrendX - October 2024
It’s time to explore current and emerging trends in illustration based on market data and insights from our team.
Apr 22, 2024
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TrendX - April 2024
The quarterly report on current and emerging creative trends from IllustrationX.
Jan 8, 2024
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TrendX - January 2024