How much should I charge for two small illustrations that will be printed on wedding invitations? [more inside]
posted by Mizu on Nov 5, 2009 - 11 answers

Is there a name for this late 60s through early 70s aesthetic that was very common in (sort for for) children books and films? And if so, any recommendations beyond what is listed... [more inside]
posted by palindromic on Oct 23, 2009 - 11 answers

Help me recall a message illustration I believe from Dr. Howard (Howie) Hendricks - DTS - given probably between 1970-1978. The illustration was a humorous "Job Description for a Pastor" pointing out extremes in expectations for a pastor and family. [more inside]
posted by tronec on Oct 5, 2009 - 3 answers

Help me brainstorm! I need a story about a person who has an uninspiring job but does it in a way that makes a difference people's lives. [more inside]
posted by Pater Aletheias on Sep 16, 2009 - 28 answers

no drama, non-narrative comic books? [more inside]
posted by at the crossroads on Sep 14, 2009 - 11 answers

Say I wanted to attend graduate school for a degree in Medical Illustration... what should I start doing now, as a freshman in undergrad, to insure that happens? [more inside]
posted by biochemist on Aug 30, 2009 - 7 answers

In Search Of..... an illustration of an 'ancient astronaut' from one of Erich Von Daniken's early books. [more inside]
posted by maryh on Jul 31, 2009 - 15 answers

Hello! I am working on a cartoony illustration in which I am conveying physical human afflictions/parts of the anatomy that could have very literal visual translations. Some examples: a frog in your throat (temporary hoarseness because of phlegm or mucus). Tennis elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis), smoker's lung, kidney stones, funny bone (humerus). [more inside]
posted by geronimo's folly on Jul 29, 2009 - 22 answers

What is the origin of this image? Is it from an advertisement? Is it an original artwork? Photographer, artist, illustrator, ad/design agency, stock photo/illustration site - any information at all would help.
posted by solmyjuice on Jun 22, 2009 - 5 answers

I'm trying to find the work of an artist or illustrator that I glimpsed on the web and then forgot. Black and white illustrations show interior of an imagined factory where the machines had a mix of art-deco industrial whimsical human faces and features. For example: Ingots of steel have faces, and squat arms and legs. [more inside]
posted by sol on Jun 19, 2009 - 3 answers

Can you recommend any graphic novel / comic forums or groups that focus on more obscure, non Barnes and Noble titles? [more inside]
posted by sponge on Jun 8, 2009 - 3 answers

Need help locating a repeating flower vector image. What search terms at iStockphoto would work for finding the flower element behind the text on this image? [more inside]
posted by mathowie on Jun 8, 2009 - 8 answers

Can you help me find a vaguely remembered image of a raven, crow, or other black bird? I recall that the style was brush- or pen-and-ink-ey, maybe with some Steadman-esque ink drops about. The bird's wings were unfurled (mid-flight/attack) and it may or may not have had a single (red?) eye seen from the profile. It might have been an illustration in a book. It was a dark, haunting image and it's stuck on the tip of my tongue mind as a possible tattoo idea. Ring a bell?
posted by maniactown on Jun 3, 2009 - 18 answers

Redux: I'm looking for the name of an artist who drew for Commodore Magazine in the 80s. Now with examples and a name (Baxter). [more inside]
posted by ostranenie on May 22, 2009 - 2 answers

I'm a writer who needs to learn how to draw illustrations for my manuals. And I need to learn fast. [more inside]
posted by scrump on Apr 28, 2009 - 23 answers

I live in Madison WI and am looking to move to a larger city, under the impression that being in a larger city will provide me with more exposure and greater opportunities. I was thinking of moving to the outskirts of Chicago because it's close to my family in Madison and I love it there. I also miss Denver CO where I was born, but am unsure what kind of an art community it has. Does anyone know what cities are best for making a living as an artist? I have a degree in illustration but am also trying to get into gallery shows as well if that helps. Thank you very much for any advice.
posted by RaceTheDream on Mar 31, 2009 - 8 answers

Where did I originally get these vintage illustrations from? [more inside]
posted by chimmyc on Mar 20, 2009 - 10 answers

I got a phone call telling me I got accepted to grad school. Trying to work out funding options before the package gets here and whether it's worth it (sorta complicated situation, details inside). Help? [more inside]
posted by actionpact on Mar 10, 2009 - 4 answers

My favourite drawing application that I've used is Ashlar's Graphite, but it is extremely overpriced. I'm looking for a tool that is both intuitive and accurate, snaps are very important. My problem is that many architecture/drafting applications are mired in extended functionality that I'm not interested in BUT most illustration software doesn't (seem to) have the precision I'm looking for. Is there a middle ground between architectural drafting software and illustration applications? What are my options on a Mac? [more inside]
posted by serial_consign on Mar 6, 2009 - 11 answers

Looking for crisp, royalty free medical illustrations with one-click purchasing. [more inside]
posted by benzenedream on Mar 6, 2009 - 6 answers

Artfilter: There's a type of illustration that I think of as "60's Cocktail Party" art. Is there a name for this style of illustration and where can I find more? [more inside]
posted by dogmom on Feb 15, 2009 - 20 answers

I am trying to find vintage/retro images from old childrens' books and other sources for my wedding invitations and save the date cards. Specifically I am interested in bunnies, deer or anything wilderness related and children with butterfly nets. [more inside]
posted by madmamasmith on Feb 10, 2009 - 18 answers

Is this a "tipped in" book plate? [more inside]
posted by Tube on Jan 18, 2009 - 13 answers

Help me remember the illustrator's name who drew that original cartoon about evolution, which depicted the gradual transformation of a man starting as a monkey. [more inside]
posted by procrastinator on Dec 5, 2008 - 11 answers

Where might I commission a reasonably priced vector illustration? [more inside]
posted by grrarrgh00 on Oct 14, 2008 - 9 answers

What are fashion designers taught about croquis? Are there well-known styles? 20th century trends? Cultural/political nuances? Successful designers who don't draw well, or particularly great examples? [more inside]
posted by carbide on Oct 8, 2008 - 0 answers

I've been drawing a lot lately (pencil and ink on Bristol board, 13x18" max). What are good solutions for storing all of this art for the long term? I'm concerned about archival quality and protection from fire/water damage. [more inside]
posted by cadge on Sep 24, 2008 - 2 answers

How can I find a freelance illustrator to do some work for a small web project I'm working on? How much should I expect to pay? [more inside]
posted by logic vs love on Aug 26, 2008 - 11 answers

I worked in printing directly for nearly 11 years. My last job that had anything to do with the industry ended in 2002. In 2002, the design side was still pretty Mac-centric. How is it today? Have people stayed with OS X and Macs? Or have they gone to PCs? I am asking for a niece who is interested in persuing 2D illustration in her college studies.
posted by tcv on Aug 21, 2008 - 14 answers

I'm interested in learning more about design and illustration, and I live in Florida. I thought about attending a conference here in Orlando (so no hotel or travel fees), but being new to this I am not sure about the presenters, and the price tag is hefty (even with my discount code, $395 for three days). So, creative Mefites, tell me what you think! [more inside]
posted by misha on Aug 6, 2008 - 6 answers

Artist/illustrator seeks photo reference for Santa 2.0. Perhaps you source? No raunchies need apply... [more inside]
posted by Ogre Lawless on Jul 3, 2008 - 2 answers

I'm looking for an illustrator that creates images of interiors with exterior elements. I know I've seen something like it at some point and this image evokes my memory of the style cues. I'm having trouble constructing a searchable phrase that will lead me there.
posted by suzen on Jun 24, 2008 - 2 answers

I am looking for the name of the artist who created the “over capacity whale” and “technically wrong robot” illustrations for Twitter. Any information or pointers would be amazingly helpful.
posted by grant on Jun 19, 2008 - 11 answers

I'm looking for decent stock web elements that aren't from 1998, but I'm totally stuck. Where should I go? [more inside]
posted by ejoey on Jun 18, 2008 - 9 answers

Have you ever known someone with so much artistic potential, who does nothing with it? [more inside]
posted by self on May 25, 2008 - 52 answers

How can I learn to ink drawings using a winsor & newton series 7 brush? [more inside]
posted by pantufla on May 19, 2008 - 8 answers

A friend of mine is a freelance illustrator fresh out of school, and he's been approached by a colleague of a former teacher of his. The teacher is retiring, and the colleague would like to commission a cartoon as a retirement present for the teacher. My friend is a brilliant artist, but lacks professional experience, so he's got little reference for what to quote for the work. Can anyone provide a good frame of reference for quoting this kind of job? Details inside! (I'm asking for my friend, of course, who isn't a MeFite but really should become one.) [more inside]
posted by Mikey-San on May 1, 2008 - 4 answers

How can I prepare a bitmap image to print in black & white plus one spot color? [more inside]
posted by pantufla on Apr 29, 2008 - 6 answers

How much should I budget for a series of 26 illustrations for an online ABC Book? How about 26 short animations? Any tips on finding a good artist who won't break the bank? [more inside]
posted by alms on Apr 14, 2008 - 5 answers

Please recommend some good inspirational illustration websites. I currently check Drawn.ca on a daily basis and I love them, but I am hungry for more. [more inside]
posted by citizngkar on Apr 12, 2008 - 7 answers

Looking for online collections of vintage hand-drawn illustrations (like so, but minus the envelope), preferably high quality. [more inside]
posted by bjork24 on Mar 18, 2008 - 8 answers

When I was a kid (mid-1980s, early-90s) I was obsessed with these compendiums of Japanese illustration they had where I took art lessons. Most of the art was airbrushed; a lot of hyper-realistic work in the vein of Hajime Sorayama, which I don't mind, but some of it was this cartoony airbrush style I love. In particular there was this cartoon dog who wore a suit which I'd like to find again. I'm not sure what the advertisement was for, but it features a cartoon dog wearing a suit in various situations with a weird cast of characters. On a rollercoaster, etc. i know that is vague, but does anyone know what this is? The style is pretty similar to the boxart for Hudson's Adventure Island. Does anyone know who did the art for that game? Any artists I should check out based on that style?
posted by apetpsychic on Mar 7, 2008 - 2 answers

I've written 2 children's books, now I'm looking for an illustrator. [more inside]
posted by allelopath on Feb 29, 2008 - 11 answers

Where can I get a high-res version of the banana image that accompanies this article in the New York Times? [more inside]
posted by Cool Papa Bell on Feb 28, 2008 - 4 answers

How can I find the original source image from an anatomy poster? [more inside]
posted by andreux on Feb 22, 2008 - 4 answers

I know you've seen this style of illustration (example, another example). But what's it called? There are a bunch more illustrations in the same style on each site, but I can't for the life of me figure out what the style is called. Any ideas? [more inside]
posted by zpousman on Jan 8, 2008 - 16 answers

How do I get into a career in illustration and design with no qualifications or knowledge of the business? [more inside]
posted by D J Robertstein on Dec 27, 2007 - 15 answers

How does a person get a job as a courtroom artist? [more inside]
posted by MaryDellamorte on Dec 10, 2007 - 4 answers

What is the best software that can be used to create a vector animation of a business process for use in a video? (MI) [more inside]
posted by thedevildancedlightly on Dec 4, 2007 - 8 answers

I'm trying to find an online version of the illustration from the Best Inventions of 2007 issue of Time Magazine. The illustration depicts a man on a bicycle covered overwhelmingly in gadgets next to a young woman holding an iPhone.
posted by billtron on Nov 29, 2007 - 4 answers