Maps, maps, maps. Why maps? Because they are one thing that only illustration can do that photography can’t. This is why I recommend that artists have maps in their portfolios. Lettering is key, too.

Jon Cannell:

Janell Genovese:

Marco Marella:

Sarajo Frieden:

Mike Lowery:

Rebecca Bradley:

Susy Pilgrim Waters:

Bonnie Dain:

Trina Dalziel:

No one draws the stylish life like Diane.