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Black & White

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Petra DufkovaVince RayChrissy LauPatrick RoscheKelly SmithJuliet Percival MedicalEchopicAgnès ErnoultJessine HeinStudio DucoAndressa MeissnerAlison KerryMiosis StudioKathryn RathkeRuth PalmerJuliet PercivalCat SimsBecca ThorneJohn HolderLauren Mortimer PencilsJulia Prokhotskaya In Black And WhiteEmily RobertsonReiko KatoCara WangPaperfaceJacob SteadPJ KaiowaBob VenablesMartin Hargreaves ColorEsther StimphatCarles Garcia O'DowdRohan EasonCaroline ChurchEllie ComptonNadia FlowerSamantha SilvermanMike HallSveta DoroshevaSvetlana MolodchenkoJyotirmayee PatraKatharina MadestaDena CooperBurin and PlateMartha von MaydellLiz PepperellZoë More OFerrallMartin Hargreaves Black and WhiteNatalia Sanabria
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Petra Dufkova Black & White Illustrator from Deutschland
Eiffel Tower Black and White Illustration
Petra Dufkova
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watercolor art of people
Portrait of Two Men in Black and White
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Watercolor dripping fashion art
Abstract Portrait with Floral Elements
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Illustration Dalmatiner
Dalmatian Dog Side Profile
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Line illustration of music notes
Abstract Musical Notes Composition
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Vince Ray Black & White Illustrator from United Kingdom
Pin-up Woman Lying With Telephone
Vince Ray
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Cover design of like a killer
Vintage Style 'Like A Kitten' Illustration
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Ats dance show poster illustration
ATS Berlin Challenge Dance Trio Illustration
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Mitch King u.s retro illustration
Mitch King South Kentucky Poster
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Cover design for berlin zitabelle 50th anniversary
Sweet 50th Anniversary Tour Poster
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Chrissy Lau Black & White Illustrator from Australia
Intricate Bird and Floral Circle Design
Chrissy Lau
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Line drawing of vintage bookstore exterior with windows and flowers
Vintage P & G Wells Bookstore Front
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Editorial art work by Chrissy Lau
Whimsical Nature Scene with Bears and Flowers
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Fashion drawing of shoes
Black and White Sneakers Illustration
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Line drawing of Tipping & Company Bookshop facade with columns and entrance
Tipping & Company Bookshop Exterior Line Art
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Patrick Rosche Black & White Illustrator from Germany
Businessman Speaking at Union Investment Podium
Patrick Rosche
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Black and white portrait of man in glasses and cap with cross symbol
Black and White Digital Portrait of Man
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People Art of Man and Fox
Portrait of Man with Wolf and Trees
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Portrait sketch of a middle-aged woman with earrings and denim jacket
Black and White Pencil Portrait of Woman
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Woman in historical dress sitting on floor with flowing skirt
Woman in Historical Dress Sitting
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Kelly Smith Black & White Illustrator from Australia
Woman in Black Suit Sitting on Stool
Kelly Smith
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Illustration of Chanel 'Le Lift' eye patches
Le Lift
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Pencil drawing of women eyes
Sketches of Human Eyes
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Fashion figures pencil made art
Fashion Sketch of Chanel Cruise 21/22
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Young woman in black dress and boots holding coffee on Paris street
Woman Holding Book on Paris Street
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Juliet Percival Medical Black & White Illustrator from United Kingdom
Back Muscles and Spine Anatomy
Juliet Percival Medical
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vascular dementia, anatomy, face, head, cerebral circulation
Vascular Dementia
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Accupressure' from 'The Baby-Making Bible' by Emma Cannon
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Acupressure2' from 'The Baby-Making Bible'  for hand
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Artwork of Female Reproductive Organs
Female Reproductive Organs
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Echopic Black & White Illustrator from United Kingdom
Women in business
Echopic
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Line drawing of a modern building with cars, trucks, trees, and hills.
Black and White Illustration of Modern Building
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Graphic illustration of a tech poster
Creative Team Collaborating on Visual Brainstorm
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Communication Infographic illustration
Communication Infographic illustration
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Map illustration of Jordan
Building a Better Working World for Jordan
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Agnès Ernoult Black & White Illustrator from France
Mystical Bearded Character Illustration
Agnès Ernoult
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Black and white cartoon skeleton wearing a cap with exaggerated eyes
Skeleton Character Wearing Cap
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Black and white sketch of a haunted house with eerie trees
Haunted House Illustration from Boldemorve
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Man resting on lounge chair under palm trees with fan and drinks nearby
Man Relaxing on Lounge Chair with Fan
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Whimsical black and white drawing of a wide-eyed girl holding fire
Whimsical Victorian Woman Holding Fire

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More about black and white illustration

In a world where we are often dazzled by colourful communications, sometimes it’s nice to get back to basics. That’s when black and white illustration is very effective. It’s a way of capturing an idea clearly and succinctly, getting straight to the point. No dazzle. No confusion. That’s not to say black and white illustration can’t convey a tone or feeling. Some black and white illustrators create highly rendered monochrome images using the finest sketching, hatching and shading techniques. Etching-style artworks are another popular branch of black and white illustration – full of charm, with a traditional feel.

Frequently asked questions about Black & White illustration

How do I find the right black and white illustrator for my project?
Explore our Black and White style gallery to find illustrators creating everything from scribbles and expressive marks to delicately pencil-shaded realism.
How much does black and white illustration cost?
There’s no set price. The cost will depend on how many images you need, the usage, the complexity of the work, the illustrator you choose and other factors including the deadline.
Why work with IllustrationX?
We give you access to the most talented black and white illustrators from all around the world, with our expert agents on hand to ensure your project is creative, effective and on time. See our About page for more.
How do I commission black and white illustration?
Our agents can help you select an illustrator and develop a brief covering the content of the images, when and how you’ll use them, how long you’ll use them for, and your deadline.
What makes a good black and white illustration?
Stripping colour out means other elements of the artist’s technique come to the fore. A good black and white illustration capitalises for a clear, impactful image.
Do you commission animation as well?
If so, we represent many outstandingly talented animators, creating gifs, explainers, characters, stop motion and motion graphics for TV, film, games and digital streaming in 2d and 3d.
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