About

Hello! I’m Chris Wharton, a UK based 2D illustrator, creating book covers, greetings cards, apparel design, icon sets, editorial, animations, and game art.

Since 2008, I’ve developed a joyful, dynamic style, with playful and witty designs that aim to delight and surprise.

I’ve worked with The Washington Post, Random House, Pearson, Google, GAP, Paypal, AstraZeneca, Takeda, and Roche, and gained recognition from D&Ad and Creative Review.  

Awards & exposure:

D&Ad
Winner of a Design and Art direction New Blood best in show award. One of the highest accolades within the industry.

Creative Review
Designer showcase issue, up and coming creatives. CR is a respected graphics journal.

IdN
International Designers Network illustration showcase. International journal with wide readership.

Mid-fi
Invited to participate in a design coffee table book. Exploring hi-tech and handmade innovative design.