About AOI and Directory of Illustration

THE ASSOCIATION OF ILLUSTRATORS

The Association of Illustrators (AOI) is one of the world’s leading not for profit illustration bodies, based in the UK with a global membership.

Established in 1973 the AOI offers members bespoke professional support, online resources and a programme of events across the UK and overseas.

The AOI has successfully increased the standing of illustration as a profession and improved commercial and ethical conditions.

With a 2,700+ strong membership that includes freelance illustrators, agents, universities, design/animation studios and other industry bodies, the AOI continues to support and educate future generations globally, at every stage of their career. ABOUT Headquartered in Santa Barbara, California, Serbin Creative, Inc. (SCI) connects the world’s leading commercial image makers with their marketplace. Now in its 37th year, the Directory of Illustration is the world’s leading illustration talent resource, distributed free of charge to thousands of creatives who regularly hire illustrators and animators. Art commissioners in advertising agencies, corporations and publishing companies all over the world regularly refer to the searchable directoryofllustration.com website and the annual printed Directory to find top talent for their assignments. The World Illustration Awards continues the AOI’s tradition of presenting an annual exhibition of the best illustration work from that year, and is complemented by other awards and exhibitions throughout the year.

Varoom, the globally recognised Illustration magazine is published by the AOI and offers critical commentary and industry insights. Free as part of a membership, it is available to buy in art shops and galleries throughout the world.

The AOI has a successful track record in campaigning and works with government and the industry to ensure a thriving, sustainable future for everyone.

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In print, online and through social media, the Directory of Illustration helps artists grow and sustain their professional

careers. Serbin Creative also produces the annual Medical Illustration & Animation book and companion website medillsb.com for the Association of Medical Illustrators.

For photographers, Serbin publishes the award-winning AtEdge publication series and at-edge.com portfolio site. By invitation only, AtEdge showcases an elite group of 150 assignment photographers from around the world.

Visit directoryofllustration.com and serbincreative.com, or follow us on Instagram @dirillustration to learn more.

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