Migy | Illustration & World-Building

The Story So Far

Migy is a British illustrator and artist whose work has garnered worldwide recognition since 2001. With a background in fine art and a creative journey that includes time spent living and working in Argentina, Migy blends a keen sense of color with a sophisticated, mid-century aesthetic.

Based in his studio at The Silk Mill in Frome, he specializes in "Modern Nostalgia"—a style characterized by tactile textures, vibrant palettes, and a playful, "expertly naive" energy. In a digital-heavy world, Migy’s work maintains a distinct human fingerprint, utilizing a hybrid process of traditional paint and ink layered with Photoshop and Procreate.

Core Specialisms

Migy’s practice is built on four key pillars, each utilizing his unique approach to integrated hand-lettering and bold composition:

  • Board Games & Tabletop IP: A specialist in world-building for the gaming industry, Migy has illustrated renowned titles for Prospero Hall (Funko), including Pan Am and Jurassic Park Legacy. He understands how to balance immersive hero art with functional gameplay design.

  • Children’s Picture Books: Narrative storytelling is at the heart of Migy’s work. Shortlisted for the Waterstones Children's Book Prize, he has collaborated with prestigious publishers such as Nosy Crow, Scholastic, and Henry Holt to create character-driven worlds.

  • Maps & Posters: Moving beyond simple coordinates, Migy creates "Emotional Wayfinding." His bespoke maps and posters capture the character of a location, combining intricate details with nostalgic graphic design for editorial and branding clients.

  • Book Covers & Editorial: From National Geographic to The Guardian, Migy delivers impactful editorial illustrations and cover designs. His ability to integrate bespoke lettering into his designs offers a total visual solution for publishing and advertising.

Selected Client List

  • Publishing: Nosy Crow, Scholastic, Templar, Harper Collins, Simon & Schuster, Henry Holt, Penguin.

  • Games & Branding: Funko, Pinterest, Blue Q, American Greetings, Woodmansterne, Oxfam, Greenpeace, WaterAid.

  • Editorial: National Geographic, The Guardian, Harvard Business Review, Adweek, San Francisco Chronicle.

Contact & Representation

Studio Address: Studio 2, The Silk Mill, Merchants Barton, Saxonvale, Frome, UK, BA11 1PT.

North American Representation: Migy is proudly represented by i2i Art Inc. For inquiries in the US and Canada, please contact the agency directly.