Phil Laughlin Illustration

Illustration is art with a purpose... it's got a job to do! Nothing does this job better than the targeted and unique nature of artwork resulting from the collaboration between illustrator and client. From my Vermont studio, I offer freelance digital illustration services with a concentration on technical illustration of large scale engineered systems. Related subject specialties include consumer products, building construction, mechanicals, tools and equipment.

Experience

For the last 15 years, I have worked exclusively as an illustrator. With over 30 years in the graphic arts I have the experience to understand your project needs and the capabilities to help you achieve your goals. My work has appeared on packaging, on the web, in advertisements, interactive media, catalogs, brochures, presentations and has recently found it's way into the industrial design process.

Versatile

With such an extensive background I can offer different styles to meet different needs. My portfolio shows a wide range of examples from simple line drawings to full color highly realistic renderings, each one tailored to meet the needs of a specific project. Contact me. I will work carefully with you to provide a custom solution that will engage your audience and deliver your message.

Illustration Strengths

Illustration can represent sprawling engineered systems as demonstrated in this cutaway of an underground water system that has no vantage point for photography. Diagrams, like this back-hoe subject, simplify a complex subject and makes it more understandable. By it's selective nature, illustration does a great job of cleaning up cluttered subjects as in this aerial perspective map.

Portfolio

Portfolio samples are organized by style. They start with simple black and white line art drawings, then progresses through more complex styles such as color technical illustration. The last section shows fully rendered realistic illustrations that convincingly describe surface and form. Not surprisingly, certain styles are closely allied with specific needs. Line art is mostly used for parts manuals and instruction sheets. Full color renderings are often used in industrial design work and concept presentations where people are trying to visualize something that does not yet exist.

People often weigh the choice between illustration and photography. Illustration is the clear choice when you need to present information that goes beyond appearance. Review the range of subjects and techniques in my portfolio, then contact me to commission a custom illustration!