Examples of editorial illustrations can be found in all kinds of editorial publications, such as newspapers, journals and magazines. They are adapted to the specified format in news design. Their specific editorial purpose is to visually complement, reinforce or illustrate articles, stories, commentaries or opinion pieces. They support the written content by providing a visual medium that contextualises or adds interest to a text.
An editorial illustration can depict complex ideas, concepts or metaphors that are discussed in the text, thereby increasing the clarity and impact of the editorial. Editorial illustrations usually serve as commentary on social, political or cultural topics. This stems from their origins, when editorial illustrations were politically charged. The images we would now call cartoon sometimes sharply criticised what was happening in society.
Editorial illustrations are an important means of communication. In a world where readers consume content so quickly, they can play a decisive role in capturing their attention and conveying important messages. Statements or points of view in the editorial can be highlighted by an illustration. This allows readers to focus on the core messages. Editorial illustrations can also evoke emotions that help readers connect with the content.
Eye-catching editorial illustrations can encourage readers to take a closer look at or read an article. Images also make reading easier and more entertaining.
Today, journals, newspapers, magazines, and journalistic, cultural, and even scientific platforms commission illustrators to create illustrations to accompany their texts.
My style offers variety. I enjoy experiment with techniques and styles. I draw to order, because I listen carefully, analyse and research to ensure that your content is visualised accurately. Whether you want to enhance an article, a book, a website or a presentation, I will draw the illustration that reinforces your message. Feel free to write to me with your ideas.
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