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Natalie Knowles

A meticulous fusion of traditional hand-drawn detail and digital color exploring the boundaries of narrative illustration.

10 Works

About Natalie

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Natalie Knowles is a Norfolk-based visual artist and illustrator whose work is defined by a rigorous commitment to hand-drawn precision. Utilizing biro and pencil, she builds dense compositions through intense mark-making, often merging these traditional techniques with digital color to create layered narrative worlds. Her practice is informed by her background as a graphic designer, resulting in a meticulous approach to both form and storytelling. Her portfolio spans from the neon-lit corridors of cyberpunk in her Flashboy Max project to the deep-rooted stories of local folklore and literary classics. An award-winning illustrator recognized by the Cheltenham Illustration Awards, Knowles has exhibited across London and Norwich, bringing a distinct perspective to her explorations of science fiction, screenplay illustration, and reimagined portraiture.

Visual voice

Knowles pairs the raw texture of traditional biro and pencil linework with the vibrant possibilities of digital coloring. Her aesthetic oscillates between the gritty, detailed landscapes of science fiction and the atmospheric, narrative-driven imagery of folklore and literary reimagining.
Intricate Mark-MakingCyberpunk NarrativeTraditional Biro DrawingLiterary ReimaginingScience Fiction ArtDetailed Linework
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Natalie Knowles — questions answered

What mediums does Natalie Knowles use for her illustrations?

She primarily works with traditional biro and pencil, often enhancing her intricate hand-drawn linework with digital coloring.

What are the recurring themes in her work?

Her art explores science fiction and cyberpunk themes, as seen in Flashboy Max, alongside local folklore and literary reimagining such as her Alice series.

Has her work been recognized in the art community?

Yes, she was selected for the Cheltenham Illustration Awards in 2024 and has exhibited at venues like Anteros Arts Foundation, Sixteen Gallery, and the Undercroft Gallery.

Does she create narrative-driven art?

Yes, her practice includes narrative projects like the Alice Reimagined series and screenplay illustrations for Dr. Stephen Curran.

Where is the artist based?

Natalie Knowles is a British visual artist and graphic designer based in Norfolk, UK.

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