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Exclusively contracted to represent:
Becca Thorne
Butterflies and birds, field mice and bees – the artwork of English illustrator Becca Thorne hums with the authentic rhythm of nature. Intricately carving lino blocks and printing with traditional inks onto handmade paper, Becca’s deep connection with her subject comes through in every hand-crafted image she creates.
Becca’s enthusiasm for art, history and zoology rubs off on her clients, who are inspired by her genuine interest in these subjects. They know she has the knowledge, experience and professionalism to create the perfect imagery for their projects. Some of the world’s biggest editorial, publishing and conservation organisations turn to Becca for the traditional, handmade feel of her work.
Nature and history are Becca’s passions and are the heart and soul of her work. Jackdaws hopping on decaying old castles, ancient burial chambers hidden on the moors and folklore from a lost age – all this and more is carved out in her prints.
Approach
Becca begins with a pencil and sketchbook before moving to Procreate to develop roughs. A relief of the final image will be carefully carved into traditional artist's lino before being hand printed - a different layer for each colour. Once the ink is dry, prints are scanned and edited, ready for use. For commercial work, colours are usually printed separately in black ink, then compiled and coloured digitally for speed and accuracy. If deadlines are too tight to allow for carving and waiting for ink to dry, Becca can replicate her linocuts digitally, using Procreate and scanned print textures.Key Software
ProcreateStyle
Becca’s style is bold and graphic, playful and textured, jaunty and eclectic. The hand of the artist and the happy accident enrich everything she creates, which is why people relate so readily to her style.Awards
2025 - Shortlisted World Illustration Awards - Book Covers 2025 - Longlisted World Illustration Awards - Editorial 2024 - Shortlisted Communication Arts Illustration Competition - Editorial 2023 – Shortlisted World Illustration Awards – Science & Technology 2022 – Longlisted World Illustration Awards – Science & Technology 2017 – Shortlisted World Illustration Awards - Self-initiated 2011 – Longlisted AOI Images 33 2010 – Shortlisted AOI Images 32 2010 – Shortlisted Creative Review Illustration Awards 2008 – Winner of Harper Collins x Saatchi Gallery Book Cover Design Competition 2005 – Shortlisted Nationwide Mercury Prize for Art & MusicClient list
Clients include BBC History Magazine, The Bumblebee Conservation Trust, The Folio Society, RSPB, Financial Times, Harper Collins, National Trust Books, Penguin Random House, Schwartz, Thames and Hudson, Waitrose Food, Waterfront Magazine for The Canal & Rivers Trust, Unbound, Yale University Press and The Washington Post.
