This broad introduction to illustration reveals the artistic, intellectual and organizational skills needed to practice as a freelance illustrator, and helps the reader navigate the specialist areas of its application.

Cover title. Published in association with Central Saint Martins College of Art & Design.

Training to be an illustrator -- The mechanics of visualizing -- The mechanics of communication -- The editorial brief -- The corporate identity and the advertising brief -- The light entertainment industry brief -- Future pathways in illustration -- Working as an illustrator.