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Artist Portfolio: Shaun Tan
The Australian picture book artist and author reveals how he goes about telling uniquely strange stories…
2000 AD reader ruins date by saying woman looks ‘zarjaz’
A MAN has ruined his chance to form a romantic relationship by using an invented slang word to describe his date.
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child review
We return to the fantasy world of J.K Rowling, but how does the story measure up?
The making of Oliver Jeffers' best-selling picture books
The best-selling author and artist reveals how his latest collection came to be.
How fan art can lead to paying gigs
Art based on popular series can bring in paid work. Illustrators reveal how they turn fan art into money.
Turns out my dad was at a secret Sex Pistols gig
I speak to my dad about how his past came back to haunt him via a 1977 music video.
All bound for Moominland
London’s Southbank Centre hosts the first major UK exhibition of The Moomins, showcasing creator Tove Jansson’s original drawings, paintings and personal items.
A tribute to artist Bernie Wrightson
Fans mourn the loss of the Swamp Thing and Frankenstein artist, whose illustrations made the grotesque beautiful.
Jim Henson's Labyrinth: The Ultimate Visual History review
Lose yourself in this collection of concept art and behind-the-scenes material from the cult fantasy film, which brought Brian Froud’s character designs to life.
Luke Stockdale interview
How sign maker Luke Stockdale uses his knowledge of branding and typography to create beautiful architectural signs that aim to raise the standard of the industry.