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For the rich, fluid subtlety of brushwork, choose one of our talented painting illustrators who use watercolour, gouache, acrylics and oils

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Juliet Percival Painting Illustrator from UK
Fairley House School Sites
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Durham University Botanic Gardens 50th anniversary map illustration
Friends of the Garden Map (back)
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Illustration for an editorial on how to make your own compost
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Graphical Guide to the Sights of County Durham
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Illustration showing human development stages from baby to adult by Juliet Percival
Human Development Stages Illustration
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Momo Sugimoto Painting Illustrator from Australia
Enmore Sunset
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Night view of Omoide Yokocho alley with lit lanterns and buildings
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Eye-catching album cover design for Barefoot Spacemen's Tailspin
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Architectural painting of Sydney Tower Eye
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Stunning river sunset captured beautifully
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Patrick Rosche Painting Illustrator from Germany
Portrait of a smiling woman with colorful makeup and afro hairstyle.
Patrick Rosche
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Brown horse standing on hind legs with dust around hooves
Brown horse rearing up with dust rising on a plain.
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Smiling woman with brown hair holding colorful books with watercolor effects
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Person in historical clothing reclining with futuristic towers and greenery
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Two men in casual clothing with city buildings in background
Two men standing in front of urban buildings with a textured background
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Bob Venables Painting Illustrator from United Kingdom
Woman reclining on flowers in a serene, lush garden setting
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Classical woman reclining with bears around her by Bob Venables
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Woman sitting on sofa with dog beside her in a warm lit room
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Tropical illustration of scuba diving
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Duluth Trading Company advertises men's swimwear
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KE Birch Painting Illustrator from United States
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Hand touching water surface reflecting light by KE Birch
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Colorful canyon landscape with river flowing through red rock cliffs by KE Birch
Red Rock Canyon with River
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Colorful abstract painting of ocean waves with sunset reflections
Abstract colorful painting of ocean waves reflecting sunset light
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Two wooden boats with red and blue paint floating on water
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Esther Stimphat Painting Illustrator from United States
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Children playing outside white house with red door and black shutters by Esther Stimphat
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Colorful forest mural with trees, flowers, butterflies, and small animals.
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Romantic couple in historical setting by Esther Stimphat
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Woman kneeling next to bed in cozy plant-filled bedroom by Esther Stimphat
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Anthony J Foti Painting Illustrator from United States
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Food For Thought Painting Illustrator from United Kingdom
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More about painting illustration

It drips, runs, splatters and smears, but in the hands of a talented illustrator paint can do almost anything. From camera-like realism that feasts on detail to wildly expressive brush strokes bursting with emotion, illustrators use paint in a plethora of ways. Painted illustration highlights the individuality of the artist – their own skill, hand and style shines through. Clients commissioning illustrators use this versatility to their advantage. Painted illustrations can be honed to perfectly fit any message. Whether it’s watercolour, acrylic, oils or inks, paintings offer real-world textures, tactility and physicality that computers can’t match, bringing the viewer closer to the artwork and what it says.

Frequently asked questions about Painting illustration

How do I find the right painting illustrator for my project?
How do I find the right painting illustrator for my project?
How much does painting illustration cost?
Painted illustration projects vary in price depending on all the factors in the brief, as well as the complexity of the imagery, and the technique of the individual illustrator chosen.
Why use IllustrationX?
We’re the world’s longest running illustration agency offering experienced, professional agents and a selection of global artists that is second to none. Find out more on our About page.
How do I commission a painting illustrator?
Get in touch and we’ll put together a brief covering the imagery you need created; how, when and where it will be used; how long it will be used; your budget and deadline.
What makes a good painting illustration?
Painted illustration works best when the artist’s unique style comes to the fore and chimes with the overall message of the campaign, publication or article, enabling the viewer to marvel at their skill.
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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