Ben O'Brien on 21 years of illustration: adapting to change while keeping it fresh
By
Garrick Webster
A good honest bake. Not flashy, but you'll finish the whole bagel.
Summary
Ben O'Brien (Ben the Illustrator) reflects on his 21-year career in illustration, from being an early adopter of vector graphics who brought warmth and humanity to the medium, to adapting to the changing creative landscape where illustrators have gained rock-star status. The article explores how he continues to evolve creatively while maintaining his distinctive style and enthusiasm for the craft.
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During that time, he's seen illustrators become a little bit like rock stars.
The leading British illustrator on how he's adapting to the new realities of the creative scene while keeping it fresh at every turn.
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