Illustrations

Our approach to visual storytelling through original, commissioned illustrations that represent our audience and are guided by editorial principles.

The Conversation

Overview

Stick to our expanded colour palette and draw inspiration from pre-internet times for hand-crafted, authentic visual storytelling.

Do
  • Aim for authenticity and human connection
  • Create hand-crafted, original illustrations
  • Be inclusive of our audiences
  • Think about dark mode appearance
Don't
  • Use generic stock illustrations
  • Overuse the same styles

Style

Our illustrative approach draws inspiration from diverse, hand-crafted styles that feel authentic and engaging, creating visual stories that resonate with our readers.

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