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illustrator

[il-uh-strey-ter, ih-luhs-trey-ter] / ˈɪl əˌstreɪ tər, ɪˈlʌs treɪ tər /
NOUN
artist
Synonyms
STRONGEST


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An illustrator revealed that she had felt like a “crumpled-up ball of paper” for years.

From Salon Aug. 30, 2026

Mark, an illustrator with millions of followers, revealed a deep sense of dread about what was once his dream: to make a living creating art and sharing it online.

From Salon Aug. 30, 2026

The 40-year-old illustrator sold the Siren Head movie rights to Warner Bros. recently for more than $1 million, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

Larissa says she is looking forward to the future and her goal is to be a book illustrator.

From BBC May 27, 2026

He says Vincent’s work has progressed enough that he could get work as an illustrator in London.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman

Lucas said he wanted to highlight the work of illustrators.

From Barron's Sep. 3, 2026

It struck musicians and illustrators, YouTubers and Instagrammers, self-proclaimed anxious wrecks and the freest of spirits.

From Salon Aug. 30, 2026

“We see AI as a tool that can support certain publishing workflows, but not as a replacement for authors, illustrators, publishing professionals or the human intellect and judgment that shape our books.”

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 17, 2026

The postcards were designed by authors and illustrators Nick Sharratt and Sir Quentin Blake.

From BBC Jul. 10, 2026

Eventually, the student sorters were joined by six local glass menders, a professional glass conservator, and two illustrators.

From "Shipwrecked!" by Martin W. Sandler




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