Here you can read reviews and testimonials from previous commissions, and a look into the professional illustrations service Adrian Cartwright illustrator and owner of Planet illustration has produced since 1990.
Customer reviews are a valued and important part of providing illustration in a commercial environment. Many clients wishing to commission illustration are hesitant simply because it involves a leap of faith. Knowing that the illustrator is professional and delivers quality artwork on time is important. The reviews here on this page and on other sites such as Google.com help to reassure customers that they’re investing in a reliable illustrator.
“We’re so impressed how Adrian converted sophisticated technical concepts into simple, clever and aesthetic.
I’m sure Adrian hears it all the time, but we were compelled to tell him how impressed we were with his illustrations. Adrian was friendly, approachable and conscientious as well as a great illustrator. I would highly recommend Adrian and Planet illustration for your technical graphics.”
Business development director at Cambridge Mechatronics
“Adrian has worked with me on a few projects for my clients. He pays attention to details, is reliable, friendly and professional. “Highly recommended!”
at Brandpa Ltd in UK
“Having worked with Planet for a good number of years, I can whole-heartedly recommend their work and professionalism. His mix of styles, timeliness and ability to deliver exactly what we need has kept us coming back for close to 20 years.”
Creative director at Creative 62 in UK
“Adrian listened to the requirements for our infographic and used his design expertise giving us credible constructive feedback on the ideas we proposed.
His manner was professional and sympathetic to our position, and reassuring to know that our interests were at the heart of the illustration commission.
This helped ensure that we got the key messages across in the illustration, without overloading the image with detail. Adrian is friendly, helpful and completed the artwork in a short turn-around time.”
Senior Project Manager, Life Sciences Business Unit in UK
“I have worked with Adrian at Planet illustration on a few projects and he always comes back with consistently great illustrations. On time and a good price. He is always very friendly and professional”
at Mint Creative in UK
“We have used Planet Illustration for a number of years and have always found Adrian’s work to be of the utmost quality, always on time and on budget. Technical illustration that we have needed has meant that an illustrator with attention to detail and a creative approach is always essential. This means we keep coming back to Planet.”
Art director at El Roboto in UK
“We were captivated by his innate ability to immediately grasp…”
“Right from a speedy response to our initial enquiry, Adrian demonstrated he was in a league of his own.
We were captivated by his innate ability to immediately grasp new, complicated and potentially confusing process, and turn them effortlessly into a series of simple, strikingly drawn illustrations in a style that everyone immediately loved and understood.
With attention to detail and appreciation of our deadlines, Adrian worked long hours – going out of his way to deliver a perfect piece of work that we are absolutely delighted with it”.
C. Ferrey
I.S. Applications & Systems Architect at Thames Water
“Adrian Cartwright is an incredible illustrator.
I’ve known Adrian for quite some time now and over the years have used his broad illustration skillset. Adrian has the ability not just to complete the brief, but to look further past that and truly understand our target audience.
I will not hesitate to keep using Adrian. His expertise, skill and variety of work makes us proud to use him for now over 20 years.
Partner at rok in UK.
“Planet provided a great service”
“we use illustrators very often and found Adrian accommodating and enthusiastic.
The illustration was produce in comprehensive stages, allowing us to make decisions on composition and content, so the final illustration was received very well.
Planet provided a great service, and turned the work around quickly and at a very competitive price.
We’re looking forward to working with Planet illustration in the future… 5 stars!”
Art buyer at Rees Bradley Hepburn in UK.
“We’re very pleased with the service Adrian’s provided and the Logo, well we think it’s brilliant. “
“With his knowledge of art history he instinctively knew what we were looking for and hurried over to meet up. He’d researched the area and arrived with competitors products for comparison. Quickly following up with many visuals to fine-tune the logo. We gave input and felt part of the development towards the final artwork.
We’re very pleased with the service Adrian’s provided and the Logo, well we think it’s brilliant.
We would recommend Planet to any up and coming small business. “
Partners at Brewsters in UK.
“I can call on him anytime to help in his typical enthusiastic way”
I’ve been using Adrian at Planet for quite a while now. He’s worked on a number of projects relating to Market research.
He’s flexible and always ready to jump on board and help out. We have a good working relationship and know that I can call on him anytime to help in his typical enthusiastic way. A much appreciated supplier.”
Development at Conquest in UK.
“Stop wondering now – you have found the right man. You can thank me later.”
“Commissioned Adrian from ‘Planet Illustration’ to produce an artist impression. I realised that he probably knew better than even I did what I was actually looking for. I kinda gave him carte blanch and a very short time-frame to come up with the goods.
Not just a brilliant artist – Adrian is very sympathetic and very quickly lets you know that you have the right man; very amenable, and very pleasant. Delivered the image on time and I simply can’t say how brilliant it was and at fair value too.
Stop wondering now – you have found the right man. You can thank me later.”
Club director at Alford Table Tennis Club in Scotland UK
“A reliable and cost effective illustrator. Well done!”
“we required new products to meet the same style. Adrian did this with ease, and at a competitive rate.
We’ve yet to use Planet again, but know that he’ll be there waiting. A reliable and cost effective illustrator. Well done!”
Partner at Crimson Cat in UK.
“I recommend Planet illustration to anyone who is looking for a freelance illustrator to help them with technical graphics. And can rely on a professional illustration service.”
“Adrian showed me a wide range of styles, some having more complexity than others, but ultimately helped us to focus on what was cost effective and a great illustration style followed. Even during the development of the illustration, Adrian kept me up to date with progress and was open to feedback. I appreciate an illustrator who can take on the art directors input and understand their needs. The artwork delivered on time and I would definitely commission illustration from him for future work.”
Art Director at Institute of Directors in UK.
“they’re fantastic! We’re so pleased with them”
“After speaking with Adrian I felt assured that he would provide high quality, professional illustrations on a very tight budget.
He did, in fact they’re fantastic! We’re so pleased with them. We will definitely be using Planet illustration for future illustrations.
Adrian is understanding and knowledgeable, with a keen interest in the clients needs, and very quickly grasped the concept and idea of the feature we needed to illustrate. Thanks Adrian! “
Art Editor at D.J.Murphy in UK.
“I’d recommend Planet Illustration to anyone looking for an artist committed to getting the best results”
“Adrian has done a great job for us creating buildings for the SuperFunTown Facebook game.
We contacted Adrian after seeing some of his technical drawings on the website as we needed someone who was not only creative but could work within strict technical requirements.
During the process Adrian helped us refine the art style for the game, as well as the technical art requirements and then did an enormous amount of work to keep to our schedule and budget.
He was always open to feedback and happy to give his ideas on how we could get the best result for the game.
I’d recommend Planet Illustration to anyone looking for an artist committed to getting the best results for his clients.”
Senior Producer at Gamesys
“Everyone has been very impressed, we would definitely recommend Planet Illustration”
“It was a pleasure working with Adrian, who was professional, enthusiastic and friendly, with a great eye for detail.
We were given advice and involved throughout the whole project. The final illustration was delivered on time, and looks brilliant on the finished signage.
Everyone has been very impressed, we would definitely recommend Planet Illustration, and look forward to working with Adrian again!”
at Godsmark design & advertising in UK.
“We have know and used Planet Illustration for a number of years. We find the input at briefing, communication during development and the final stage of the illustration for the job all to be of the highest level. We are happy to recommend Planet to anyone looking for a high quality illustrator.”
at C-62 in UK
“we can depend on him to turn the work around quickly and cost effectively”
“Adrian has provided a very good service regarding Hullabaloo’s illustration requirements.
Most of the work has been of a technical nature, but recently we have used him for more graphical illustration too.
Our clients have commented on his work, and we know that we can depend on him to turn the work around quickly and cost effectively.
Planet provides a reliable illustration service, and we hope to continue to have a very good working relationship in the future.”
Account Handler at Hullabaloo in UK.
“recommended by another design company”
“We started using Adrian (Planet illustration) in early 2005 after he was recommended by another design company. We are very pleased with the quality and professionalism provided.
Planet can be flexible regarding budgets and deadlines, which is always good to have. I am very pleased to recommend Planet to anyone who requires an illustrator who is both extremely skilled and professional.”
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Account Handler at ibrow in UK.
“We are quite simply relieved we found such a good illustrator”
“We have just started to use Planet Illustration, and quite simply we have seen a huge improvement in the drawings provided. As a results we are now able to offer our own clients a high quality product, which can only be good for our client and our business. We found Adrian, professional, courteous and above all interpreted the brief exactly, just what we needed considering the time we had. We are quite simply relieved we found such a good illustrator!”
A Raja
Managing Director at Iceberg Medical in UK.
“Adrian was both patient and thorough. He mastered our brief and produced dozens of illustrations for us, all of which are spot on. My advise is don’t bother shopping around, if you like what you see, go for it.”
at Boyd Sport and Play in UK
“You can see from the illustrations that he has put a lot of effort into the finer details”
“Our account executive contacted Adrian first of all, looking for a freelance illustrator who had experience in exercise illustrations.
After considering other illustrators, we found Adrian the best illustrator suited to the illustration project in hand.
From the very start, Adrian was keen to listen and take on what our requirements were, and fast in feedback regarding costs and delivery.
You can see from the illustrations that he has put a lot of effort into the finer details, considering posture and movement to what is essentially a simple line drawing. But this makes the illustrations believable, giving life to them.
I’m very pleased with the illustrations and so was our client and ultimately the whole level of service Planet illustration has provided.
I would recommend Adrian to anyone needing a professional illustrator.”
Creative Designer at IMP in UK.
“demonstrating his ability to understand the brief and Client’s needs”
“Adrian has provided an illustration service for us since 1999, and has included a wide variety of styles …ranging from pastels and simple character cartoon illustrations, to high resolution, complex, highly disciplined, digital illustrations.
Adrian is normally ready to get cracking quickly and always keen to add his opinion and consideration to the project …demonstrating his ability to understand the brief and Client’s needs.
We have always been very pleased with the standard of work and the professionalism that he brings to our projects.”
Partner at Jubb Kirswell Associates in UK.
“His folio is quite diverse and you can see an artistic ability that shows flare and flexibility.”
“Adrian’s illustration style was used to complement a new project we were working on in 2003. His ability to adapt styles and emulate other styles is impressive.
He is professional and conscientious, and is always ready to discuss projects.
His approach to his work, shows that he really loves what he does. Enthusiasm is the key to any skill, and Adrian lacks none of that.
His folio is quite diverse and you can see an artistic ability that shows flare and flexibility.”
Account Handler at McConnells in UK
“I’ve worked along side Adrian, and found it a straight forward and rewarding experience. He’s always open to alternative ways to help promote the event, and flexible with our needs.
I would recommend Adrian and Planet illustration to anyone who needs a quick and reliable illustration service.
Thanks for all your help, and look forward to working together soon.”
Senior Engineer at the National Ice Centre in UK
“we found him very helpful and understanding”
“The freelance illustration service Planet illustration provides seemed the best option for us, and after speaking with Adrian, we found him very helpful and understanding of our illustration needs.
He gave valuable advice and suggested the best direction to create images.
We felt reassured that he would deliver, and he did with a fast turn-around, plus the benefit of extra images that we didn’t expect.
I would recommend Adrian at Planet illustration to any business person looking for a dependable and enthusiastic illustrator.”
Tristan Dauvergne
SML Marketing & Events in UK
“excelled with the standard of illustration, and delivered on time”
“NHS London wanted to promote walking routes in St James’s Park” “During the procurement process we approached Adrian, who was very helpful” “Time and budget was tight, and we needed someone who could take on the project, who could source reference and finally provided the artwork digitally scanned and delivered on the deadline.
Planet illustration excelled with the standard of illustration, and delivered on time.
We think the illustrations are brilliant! and thank you for working with us, we love your work.”
Wendy Clay
NHS London in UK.
“Adrian successfully handled the task”
“I asked Adrian to draw me some female figures in various exercise poses, and he did a great job. Some of the drawings involved challenging perspective, but Adrian successfully handled the task.”
Christopher Pike Consultant in USA
Consultant in USA
“We can highly recommend for any illustration/design needs”
“We’ve used Adrian at Planet Illustration for our B2B publications and his work is always exemplary, produced on time and to spec.
We can highly recommend for any illustration/design needs”
at Solar Media in UK
“This level of quality is demonstrative in his portfolio”
“Adrian Cartwright is so passionate and knowledgeable about the work he does for his clients he often goes above and beyond. This level of quality is demonstrative in his portfolio with Planet Illustration providing drawings and info graphics for some of the biggest brands in the world. A personal favourite are the technical drawings Adrian does for the engineering and manufacturing sector.
I would thoroughly recommend Adrian and Planet Illustration.”
at Elbow Marketing in UK
“I loved the look of his work so thought I’d give him a go. His response to my initial enquiry was quick and his price competitive. He’s easy to work with and produced all of the work, on-time to a very high standard. I would definitely use him again when the need arises and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to others.”
Partner at Olive Creative in UK
“Adrian provides a fantastic illustration service for whatever your needs are. He is flexible to budgets and deadlines, with detailed consultations to ensure he gives the best possible results. The final products are always of great quality and I would definitely recommend him and planet illustration to anyone looking for a professional talented illustrator.”
at Dan Gregory in UK
“Working with Adrian at planet illustration has been such a pleasure. He is Creative, Professional and best of all…. not at all pushy. Thanks again for all your help Clare.”
Clare Bramley
Property developer in UK
“I’ve commissioned Adrian at Planet on a number of projects. Always been super helpful, responsive and happy to work with us to achieve what we need.”
at Olive Creative in UK
“Professional and proficient service”
“Adrian at planet is really easy to work with. Professional and proficient service. Quality illustrations too!”
at Plumis in UK
“Adrian went above and beyond what was needed”
“Adrian and planet illustration are completely professional, reliable and pleasant to deal with. Adrian went above and beyond what was needed for the project and I would definitely recommend him to anyone.”
at Thames & Hudson in Uk
“We needed a quick turnaround but also some consultative advice on how to achieve a general look for what was a high calibre client. Despite being apprehensive about using someone new, Adrian at Planet Illustration literally couldn’t have helped us more. He provided what I’d consider to be a proper old fashioned end to end service, delivering on time and most importantly on budget. I would not hesitate to recommend Adrian at Planet Illustration to anyone else who needs good quality illustrative work producing. “
at Film Edit Go in UK
“delivered” as promised”
Adrian was very thorough throughout the whole process of briefing through to invoicing. Listened and understood our requirements and “delivered” as promised. Our client, in turn, was delighted with Adrian’s interpretation and execution of the brief.”
Owner at Wild associates in UK
“One of life’s good guys and a pleasure to work with”
“I’ve worked with Adrian on many Technical illustration projects in the last 10 years. He’s an incredibly talented illustrator and throughly professional.
What’s more he’s one of life’s good guys and a pleasure to work with…I hate him! “
Inness Mattinson
Creative director at Instilled in UK
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