Heart Cycle

Jacob Stead brings his distinctively clean, character-led illustration style to a poignant commission for Cycling Plus magazine.

Titled What Becomes of the Broken Hearted, the article in Cycling Plus delves into the personal stories of cyclists coming to terms with and adapting to life after being diagnosed with heart conditions.

Across three carefully composed illustrations, Jacob captures moments of quiet reflection, perseverance, and hope—blending soft palettes and stylised landscapes to support the sensitivity of the subject matter.

With empathy and clarity, the artwork serves both as visual storytelling and emotional anchor for the feature.

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