About Jacob
The UK-based illustrator Jacob Stead works in a bold and imaginative style which is clear, direct and inviting – ideal for editorial, publishing and advertising projects. His strong figures, colourful settings and a little hint of folk-art influences combine for perfect visual storytelling.
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Enchanted Wales
Enchanted Wales
Jacob Stead illustrates the interior of Enchanted Wales - a book on the magical world of welsh mythology.
Enchanted Wales
Innovators
Innovators
Jacob Stead draws a selection of tech innovators for Quartz.
Innovators
The Role of Zoos
The Role of Zoos
A thought-provoking cover illustration by Jacob Stead asks whether zoos should exist.
The Role of Zoos
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