We are the UK’s first and only charity for illustration – art that tells stories. We create opportunities for people to examine and create illustration, and celebrate illustrators.
Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration will open in 2026 in Clerkenwell, London.
Why we exist
We are the UK's first and only charity dedicated to championing
illustration. Our vision is for everyone to be able to examine, communicate and express themselves confidently through illustration.
Illustration is art that communicates stories and ideas. It fosters
communication, curiosity, imagination and empathy.
What we do
We create meaningful, scalable opportunities to examine and create illustration, with a strong focus on people and stories that have been marginalised. We are establishing a permanent national centre for illustration to sustain this work and grow its impact.
Values
Our values are compassion, curiosity, equity, relevance and rigour.
This means that:
- We are driven by having a positive impact on others and on the world around us
- We meet people on their terms, design our activities with them and support them to thrive
- We demolish barriers so that people know they belong
- We are imaginative, welcome challenge and are unafraid to do things differently
