The Real Draw: Contemporary Illustration

20 top illustrators from across the UK are coming to Cheshire for ‘The Real Draw’ - visually bold, vivid and full of imagination and flair, this is an illustration exhibition that sets the benchmark for future shows.

From the classic draftsmanship of book illustration to the modern digital form of illustration that is sweeping popular culture, Marburae Gallery has ensured there is a complete cross section of illustration as an art -form.

Direct references to the origins of Illustration can be found in Talya Baldwins delicate animal depictions that would delight any book publisher. Artists such as Steph Coathupe and Carl Hoare reference the golden age of illustration (1880 – 1914) when illustration was used for public posters and notices.

There is a growing interest in collecting and owning original illustrations, for example the works we have by Chris Moore who has produced illustrations for ‘Jaws’ and Stephen King’s book covers.