The Art Squad was formed in 1994 to represent South African illustrators, cartoonists and storyboard artists. Over the years we have seen several illustrators come and go but the reputation of The Art Squad has survived any single artist. Our clients trust that their illustrations will be managed closely so that not only will deadlines be met but their artwork delivered to brief. Alongside 3D photorealistic renderings, digital and traditional illustration, cartoons, graphic recordings, animated instructional videos and caricatures, a big focus of ours has always been storyboards and layouts.

Chris Valentine

Pen & Ink Portraits, Speed Paintings, Oil Paintings, Live Drawing Events

Chris Valentine is a freelance illustrator based in Johannesburg, South Africa. After discovering the art of Alex Pardee and Derek Hess on record sleeves, he decided to pursue a freelance career with a pencil in one hand and a Wacom tablet in the other. Chris has acquired a reputation for his speed paintings and live drawing events where he is prepared to try his hand at almost anything.
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