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Roger Federer 20 Slams

Artwork for LTA's online Ace Magazine, focusing on tennis legend Roger Federer's incredible record 20 Grand Slams.

Client: LTA & Programmemaster

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Man Utd v Benfica 1968 European Cup Final

Print commemorating Man Utd's first European Cup victory in 1968. United & Benfica teams line up beneath Wembley's iconic twin towers before kick-off.

Players include Bobby Charlton, George Best & Eusebio. Swirling banners in the crowd feature legendary manager Matt Busby, Dennis Law (although he missed the final through injury), and Old Trafford's famous Stretford End.

Also includes match stats plus full United & Benfica starting line-ups.

** Available as a PRINT in my SHOP

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Aguero

Manchester City's all time top goalscorer in Sergio Aguero in typically passionate celebration mode.

Split sky blue and claret design reflects City's home colours on the left, and away colours on the right.

Available as a PRINT in my SHOP

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Heather Watson Ace Magazine 2018

Illustrations for the 'British Heroes' series in the LTA's digital Ace magazine.

From top: Heather Watson, Kyle Edmund

Client: Programmemaster

Arsenal 89 Comic

Designed as promotional material for the launch of the football film '89' in November 2017, this single page comic tells the incredible story behind Arsenal's last minute championship deciding victory against the mighty Liverpool at Anfield in 1989. 

The action concentrates on Arsenal's second goal, from keeper John Lukic's throw, Lee Dixon's pass, Alan Smith's turn and Michael Thomas' flick over Bruce Grobbelaar. 

Fantastic to be invited to the World Film Premiere of '89' in London, where I handed over a commemorative print to Arsenal legend & Executive Producer Lee Dixon.

Client: Organic Publicity, Universal Pictures

**A re-designed version of this artwork 'It's up for grabs now!' is available in my SHOP (Limited edition of 89 Prints)

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6 Nations Rugby 2018

Illustrations for 2018 Six Nations Rugby Magazine, telling the story of last season's tournament

From top: England v Italy, France v Scotland, followed by magazine cover & page illustrations.

Client: Programmemaster

A Day Like No Other

Sergio Aguero rips off his shirt and celebrates his last minute goal against QPR, and Manchester City's historic Premier League title win in 2012.

Captain Vincent Kompany, Yaya Toure, David Silva, Samir Nasri, Pablo Zabaleta & manager Roberto Mancini rush to join the party, in front of an ecstatic Etihad stadium.

The most dramatic finish to a season ever? - those who remember Arsenal 89 may disagree! 

**Available as a PRINT in my SHOP

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Juninho Pernambucano

My contribution to Scott McRoy's brilliant book 'Club 99' inspired by the Pro Evolution Soccer computer game in the early 2000's, featuring illustrations of an elite group of football legends.

My legend was Brazilian dead-ball master Juninho Pernabucano, pictured here sizing up his options for Olympique Lyonnais.

On This Day - Turkey v England 1984

'On This Day' page from the England v Brazil matchday programme for the international at Wembley in November 2017.

Story focuses on Turkey v England in 1984, with England winning 8-0 including a hat-trick from Manchester United's 'Captain Marvel' Bryan Robson.

Client: Haymarket, Football Association

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Hurri-Kane

Spurs & England striker Harry Kane, in comic book super hero style.

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**This PRINT is available in my SHOP

Roberto Baggio Comic

I recently illustrated this Roberto Baggio Comic for the launch of the Italian maestro's new Diadora 'Matchwinner' boots at Pro:Direct's flagship store in London.  

The comic tells the story of Roberto's career highlights, and comes up to date with his visit to London.

As well as print copies, the comic was also displayed on interactive screens, and my artwork used for the instore graphics.

Legendary 'Football Italia' TV presenter James Richardson hosted an entertaining Q&A session...

and finally the best bit, when I handed over a framed print to the 'Divine Ponytail' himself!

Client: Diadora, Pro:Direct

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Wembley 1966 - World Cup Final

Retro style image of the old Wembley Stadium on World Cup Final day 1966.

I've included Wembley's iconic twin towers and the England and West Germany team line-ups prior to kick-off.

If you look (very) closely you'll find England manager Alf Ramsey sitting on the bench, and the Queen in the royal box!

I've also designed a Wembley 1966 print available in my SHOP

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David De Gea

The idea here was to show Man Utd keeper David de Gea from a striker's point of view - arms and hands everywhere, blocking off the goal.

*Available as a print in my SHOP

Hal Robson-Kanu Goal

Hal Robson-Kanu's fantastic goal for Wales v Belgium at Euro 2016.

To add a narrative element I broke the action down into 3 stages, first the Cruyff turn, then the clinical finish, and finally the beaming goal celebration.

*I've also designed a Hal Robson-Kanu print available in my SHOP

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Argentina v Croatia Programme

Programme cover illustration for the international friendly between Argentina and Croatia, featuring a expressive Lionel Messi goal celebration.

I also illustrated international programme covers for Italy v Nigeria, and USA v Columbia

Clients: Programmaster, USA Soccer Federation

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EFL Cup Final Programme

Illustrated 'Road to Wembley' storyboard in the 2017 EFL Cup Final programme.

The story details highlights from Round 1 all the way through to the final between Manchester Utd and Southampton.

Client: Third Quarter Sports Media, English Football League

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Dele Alli Spurs

Spurs & England midfielder Dele Alli.

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**This PRINT is available in my SHOP

Messi - Master of the Dribble

I've never seen anybody able to trick his way past opponents so easily, and keep the ball glued to his toe - that was the inspiration behind this Messi illustration.

*I also designed an alternative Messi print available in my SHOP

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Ronaldo Action

Real Madrid striker Cristiano Ronaldo in explosive shooting action.

*Alternative Ronaldo print available in my SHOP

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FA Cup Final Programme

A series of storyboard illustrations showing Arsenal and Aston Villa's routes to the 2015 FA Cup Final, as described by Arsenal keeper Wojciech Szczesny and Villa midfielder Ashley Westwood.

Client: Haymarket, Football Association

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Wayne Rooney Goal

One of the greatest ever Premiership goals - this spectacular over-head kick from Wayne Rooney won the Manchester derby in 2011.

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Dennis Bergkamp Goal

Another all time great Premiership goal, Dennis Berkamp's fantastic flick, swivel and finish for Arsenal against Newcastle in 2002.

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**This PRINT is available in my SHOP

West Ham Captains

Illustrated promotional material marking West Ham's move from Upton Park to their new home at the London Stadium.

Legendary Hammers captain from the 60's and 70's Bobby Moore hands over to current skipper Mark Noble.

Client: Programmemaster, West Ham United

Bobby Moore Truck Graphics

Global haulage company Fairexx Logistics asked me to design the vehicle graphics for their Essex based truck.

As well as West Ham and England captain Bobby Moore, the brief included West Ham's old Upton Park ground, the George Cross, and English roses.

Client: Fairexx Logistics

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Spurs Postcard Collection

The Official Spurs Postcard Collection - 50 classic illustrated postcards in a natty presentation box.

The collection includes Tottenham legends from the past, Danny Blanchflower, Jimmy Greaves, Pat Jennings, right through to current stars Christian Eriksen and Hugo Lloris.

Client: Tottenham Hotspur, Vision Sport Publishing

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Gareth Bale Wales

Welsh legend Gareth Bale in characteristic goal celebration.

3 Amigos - Barcelona

Messi, Saurez and Neymar, Barcelona's best ever striking combination? Great while it lasted.

*This 'Tres Amigos - Barcelona' print is available in my SHOP

Celtic Champions '67 Print Collection

I designed a series of 4 prints to celebrate Celtic's European Cup triumph in Lisbon 1967. 

The first combines the lyrics to the Celtic '67 song, with the Celtic and Inter Milan line-ups, and the picturesque tree-lined Lisbon stadium.

Second print focuses on all eleven victorious Celtic players plus legendary manager Jock Stein, parading the European cup trophy.

The third print combines elements from the first two prints...

And the final print features Celtic's greatest player Jimmy 'Jinky' Johnstone, in characteristic action, skipping past defenders and unleashing a ferocious shot.

*All these Celtic '67 prints are available in my SHOP

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John Terry - Captain, Leader, Legend

A commemorative montage print celebrating JT's Chelsea career.

*This print is available in my SHOP

Coventry City Collection

I enjoyed designing this collection of three Coventry City prints.

The inspiration for the first print was Keith Houchen's spectacular diving header for Coventry against Spurs in the 1987 FA Cup Final, one of Wembley's most iconic goals.

The second print tells the story of the game, how huge underdogs Coventry overcame a Spurs side containing Glenn Hoddle, Chris Waddle and Ossie Ardiles.

The third print celebrates Coventry's 2017 EFL Checkatrade Trophy win at Wembley, 30 years after their famous FA Cup victory.

All these Coventry City prints are available in my SHOP

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Eight Club Miscellany Bookcovers

Eight illustrated book covers for Arsenal, Aston Villa, Chelsea, Everton, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Newcastle Miscellanies.

Client: Vision Sport Publishing

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Steven Gerrard Action

Limited colours action portrait of Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard in front of the Anfield stadium.

I used a similar approach for Arsenal's Ian Wright unleashing a thunderbolt shot at the old Highbury Stadium.

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Rangers v Celtic Programme Cover

This was a great opportunity - to illustrate the Programme cover for the game between Scotland's deadliest rivals Rangers and Celtic, in the Betfred Cup semi-final at Hampden Park.

Top half - Rangers' Martyn Waghorn, bottom half Celtic's Scott Sinclair

I also illustrated several more Scottish programmes, including the Betfred Cup Final, and the Irn Bru Cup Final.

Client: Scottish Professional Football League, Programmemaster

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Zlatan Skills

How exactly did Zlatan Ibrahimovic score that incredible Propeller Kick goal for Sweden v England in 2012?

Simple - just like this diagram! Easy if you're Zlatan!

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United Review - Man Utd v Arsenal

Manchester United requested a retro look to this Programme Cover for their game against Arsenal at Old Trafford.

The handshake design, player kits and match ball echo the look of United Review Covers from the sixties. So no logos, no badges, no coloured boots, and a plain white ball!

Client: Manchester United, Trinity Mirror

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Retro Legends Series

A series of retro-styled prints. First up is Manchester United's George Best playing at Old Trafford in the 1960's...

Then Spurs goal poacher Jimmy Greaves pictured in front of White Hart Lane's East Stand, again in the 1960's...

Next is Diego Maradona playing for Argentina at the 1986 World Cup...

Finally Pele in Brazil colours from 1970

*All these Retro Legend Prints are available in my SHOP

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Steven Gerrard Story

A picture story section in the official Liverpool Steven Gerrard Tribute magazine, documenting Stevie G's glittering Liverpool career from joining the club aged 8 to leaving for LA Galaxy in 2015.

The story includes Champions League, UEFA Cup & FA Cup victories, PFA awards and England career.

Client: Liverpool FC, Programmemaster

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Wales Legends

A montage illustration combining ten Welsh football legends.

L-R from the back - Ivor Allchurch, Neville Southall, John Charles, John Toshack, Ryan Giggs, Gary Speed, Mark Hughes, Aron Ramsey, Ian Rush and Gareth Bale.

*This 'Wales Legends' print is available in my SHOP

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Euro 2016 Wallchart

The illustrations focus on highlights from previous tournaments, Marco Van Basten's volleyed goal in 1988, Antonin Panenka's dinked penalty 1976, and Denmark's unexpected triumph in 1992.

Client: The Football Pink

Roger Federer 20 Slams

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Man Utd v Benfica 1968 European Cup Final

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Aguero

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Heather Watson Ace Magazine 2018

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Arsenal 89 Comic

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6 Nations Rugby 2018

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A Day Like No Other

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Juninho Pernambucano

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On This Day - Turkey v England 1984

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Hurri-Kane

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Roberto Baggio Comic

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Wembley 1966 - World Cup Final

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David De Gea

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Hal Robson-Kanu Goal

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Argentina v Croatia Programme

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EFL Cup Final Programme

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Dele Alli Spurs

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Messi - Master of the Dribble

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Ronaldo Action

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FA Cup Final Programme

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Wayne Rooney Goal

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Dennis Bergkamp Goal

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West Ham Captains

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Bobby Moore Truck Graphics

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Spurs Postcard Collection

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Gareth Bale Wales

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3 Amigos - Barcelona

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Celtic Champions '67 Print Collection

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John Terry - Captain, Leader, Legend

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Coventry City Collection

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Eight Club Miscellany Bookcovers

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Steven Gerrard Action

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Rangers v Celtic Programme Cover

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Zlatan Skills

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United Review - Man Utd v Arsenal

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Retro Legends Series

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Steven Gerrard Story

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Wales Legends

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Euro 2016 Wallchart

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