IdN v15n1: The Semiotics of Illustration — A Clash of Symbols

Illustration is the backbone of graphic design, be it for publications, advertisments, commercials, billboards or even graffiti. Regardless of its medium, most illustrators develop a very recognisable style. In this issue's feature, we look at the work and read the words of 8 leading designers who share what may be broadly termed a child-like approach to illustration.

A Clash of Symbols

Illustration is the backbone of graphic design, be it for publications, advertisments, commercials, billboards or even graffiti. Regardless of its medium, most illustrators develop a very recognisable style. In this issue's feature, we look at the work and read the words of 8 leading designers who share what may be broadly termed a child-like approach to illustration.

Featuring:

BFREE / Concrete Hermit / Geoff McFetridge / Hidehito Shinnou / Hvass and Hannibal / Ian Stevenson / Jellymon / Jessie Hartland