Russell Cobb

Profile

Russell Cobb is a leading artist Illustrator based in the UK. Russell has received many industry awards including D&AD Silver and 5 Association of Illustrators Best of British Gold awards. In 2003 The Independent UK national newspaper voted him one of Britain's top ten illustrators. Russell's work has been featured in many international publications, amongst others 3X3 magazine New York, Tecknaren Stockholm and Illusive, Contemporary Illustration Berlin. Russell has collaborated with many leading art directors in advertising, design, publishing, editorial and interactive media. Russell's background in design and fine art enables his work to sit comfortably in both arenas. Russell's commercial and personal work has been exhibited in London, Berlin, Zurich and Paris. Russell served as Chairman of The Association of Illustrators UK from 2005-09 and he worked closely to transform the organisation. Russell was also made an honorary member of the Society of Illustrators New York 2005. Russell guest lectures at many leading establishments throughout Europe, amongst others Central Saint Martin's School of Art London, Grafill Oslo and the Association of Dutch Designers Amsterdam.