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Celebrating Excellence in Illustration: Benjamin Phillips Crowned as V&A’s Illustrator of the Year

Benjamin Phillips has been honored as the V&A’s Moira Gemmill Illustrator of the Year 2024. His evocative work captures complex themes with a…
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The prestigious V&A Illustration Awards, in their 52nd year, have just crowned the talented Benjamin Phillips as the Moira Gemmill Illustrator of the Year 2024. His poignant illustrations have carved a new niche in capturing generational stories and cultural identity.

The V&A Illustration Awards have long been the benchmark for artistic excellence in visual storytelling. Now in its 52nd year, they continue to showcase the pinnacle of contemporary illustration. With a staggering 2,000 entries, the 2024 edition witnessed a dazzling display of talent in various categories ranging from Children’s Literature to Adult Non-Fiction. Amongst the pantheon of illustrators, Benjamin Phillips emerged as the beacon of creative prowess, lavishly lauded for his graphic novel that brilliantly navigates themes of Jewish identity and urban metamorphosis. Judges praised his work for its poignant narrative and visually stirring hand-drawn elements.

  • Breakthrough in Contemporary Illustration
  • Record-breaking Submissions
  • Benjamin Phillips – Moira Gemmill Illustrator of the Year
  • Themes of Identity & Generation

The accolade of Illustrator of the Year doesn’t come lightly, accompanied by a £5,000 prize and the honor of being added to the V&A’s illustrative treasury which houses greats like Quentin Blake and E.H. Shepard. In Phillips’ work, we delve into the intergenerational dialogue between a grandmother and grandson, unfolding with an authentic rawness that bonds readers with the characters immediately.

Artistic Perspective From Around the World

A plethora of international talents was spotlighted, including Jorge González’s mood-infused depictions for ‘The Shadow of the Wind’ and Mu Pan’s intricate interpretations of ‘Journey to the West.’ Each artist brought their distinct visual language, enriching the diversity of this year’s competition.

Jury’s Unanimous Praise

Led by an esteemed jury, including previous winner James Albon and famed illustrator Chris Riddell, the Panel unanimously extolled Phillips’ work for its uniqueness and emotional resonance. His win symbolizes a unanimous recognition for illustration that not only entertains but strikes at the core of human experience, something profoundly showcased across all the winning entries.
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