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For this issue David Whitely writes, at the start of their holiday in Budapest the couple's petty arguments are a process of adjustment to one another's way of doing things. After a visit to the spa they can't agree how to get back to their hotel. But after a few days of blowing hot air, follows a mutual understanding between the pair and they enjoy the rest of their holiday.
For the latest issue David Whitely writes about returning to a dream holiday destination which can turn out to be big disappointment. He fell in love with Cesky Krumlov a scenic Czech town. A recent visit was made unbearable due to the pouring rain and hordes of tourists. David was particularly frustrated with the tourist who'd block your path especially on bridges whilst composing a photograph of their partners taking a very, very, very long time!
This year was the 40th anniversary of the cellphone. The early handsets were big and bulky nicknamed 'brick' phone, weighing
over 2 pounds, battery life lasted half-hour and sold for around $4,000.
I created this witty image set in NY city of a smart businessman chatting on his new cellphone.
I'm very happy to once again be selected for The Serco Prize for Illustration, this years topic is Secret London.
I had to think hard for an idea, nothing sprang to mind of secret or little known places in London that I knew of. Then I remembered a friend inviting me to her St Martins College Alumni, held at the Barbican Conservatory on the third floor of the Barbican Centre. I was amazed at the size and variety of the lush tropical plants, it's the second biggest conservatory in London. Such a contrast to the cold concrete, steel and glass constructions of the City surround it. Like myself, I think few people know of this green hideout three floors up. It is only open to the public on Sunday afternoons and is hired for events such as weddings.
I had great fun in creating what is for me a busy illustration. My interpretation of the conservatory is more a roof garden, showing a selection of the plants that captured my interest on recent visits. There is an aviary with amusing little finches, a small pound with koi carp and to my astonishment I spotted a squirrel, how did that get in!
My illustration titled Third Floor Jungle will be part of 50 selected images on display later this year at the London Transport Museum in partnership with the Association of Illustrators.
Electric cars for city driving is good for the environment and the
health of the city. London is encouraging drivers to switch to this
friendly mode of transport and is increasing the number of charging
points around the capital. I created this simple, lighthearted
illustration showing a small city car on charge.
My image has been selected for the Serco, London Transport
Museum and Association of Illustrators The River Thames
Competition. An exhibition of the top 50 entries will be shown
at the London Transport Museum and winners announced at the
private view evening in May.
The illustration is based from my observations and sketches made
on my many walks along the river. The central focus is the iconic
London Transport logo which forms the River Thames. On and
surrounding the river I've portrayed aspects of London's varied life
to create an energetic and humorous poster. The image is far the most
detailed I've created. I stayed true to my initial sketch, but I was adding
new elements and rearranging them an hour before the entry deadline.
I did have lots fun creating this illustration.
Illustration about people who read whilst walking through
busy streets.
My entry for the Serco Prize for Illustration 2010 Cycling
in London Competition.
