Billy Partridge is an illustrator and world-builder whose work bursts with character, magic and story. A graduate of Leeds Arts University, Billy has quickly made his mark with richly imagined worlds and expressive character design that feel ready to leap into books, screens and beyond. His debut graphic novel Hupo and the Wonder Thief, showcases his gift for atmospheric storytelling, while his original animated series concept EGGBOY highlights his flair for visual development and narrative world-building. Whether creating for publishing, animation or brands, Billy brings humour, heart and a sense of adventure to every project.
A Magical Graphic Novel from Billy Partridge
Billy's amazing debut, Hupo and the Wonder Thief is published this month by Flying Eye Books...
Introducing Billy Partridge
We are delighted to welcome this dynamic new creative talent into the Arena Illustration family ...
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Billy Partridge
Billy Partridge
To take a glimpse inside Billy’s mind is to find a world buzzing with characters, magic, and stories. Born in Nottingham, he spent his childhood surrounded by designers, wood-carvers, artists, and creatives of all kinds, watching cartoons and reading graphic novels. It’s no wonder then that he went on to study Illustration at Leeds Arts University, graduating with a First Class Honours degree before going on to win the World Illustration Awards’ ‘Artist Agents Award’, a 3x3 illustration award and a nomination for the V&A illustration awards.
Integral to Billy’s practise is a strong focus on characterisation, weaving together stories through bold imagery and atmospheric world-building. His inspirations range from classic Cartoon Network shows and animated films such as those of Studio Ghibli through to picture books, nature, folklore and mythology. When he isn’t doodling, Billy can usually be found scrambling through forests and attempting to read maps unsuccessfully somewhere in the Scottish Highlands.
While much of his work finds a home within publishing, Billy often works within the visual development and commercial fields too. He loves to put his abilities to use in branding, packaging design, and advertising, and ultimately aims to become the creator of an animated series of his own.
Contact details
31 Eleanor Road,
London,
E15 4AB,
United Kingdom
020 8555 9827
info@arenaillustration.comBilly Partridge
To take a glimpse inside Billy’s mind is to find a world buzzing with characters, magic, and stories. Born in Nottingham, he spent his childhood surrounded by designers, wood-carvers, artists, and creatives of all kinds, watching cartoons and reading graphic novels. It’s no wonder then that he went on to study Illustration at Leeds Arts University, graduating with a First Class Honours degree before going on to win the World Illustration Awards’ ‘Artist Agents Award’, a 3x3 illustration award and a nomination for the V&A illustration awards.
Integral to Billy’s practise is a strong focus on characterisation, weaving together stories through bold imagery and atmospheric world-building. His inspirations range from classic Cartoon Network shows and animated films such as those of Studio Ghibli through to picture books, nature, folklore and mythology. When he isn’t doodling, Billy can usually be found scrambling through forests and attempting to read maps unsuccessfully somewhere in the Scottish Highlands.
While much of his work finds a home within publishing, Billy often works within the visual development and commercial fields too. He loves to put his abilities to use in branding, packaging design, and advertising, and ultimately aims to become the creator of an animated series of his own.
