I am an illustrator with a passion for layered images full of subtle references, little stories, and rich details. I primarily work with analog techniques in various media, but I also enjoy working digitally (photoshop, illustrator, procreate) — always with a focus on what best suits the client’s wishes. What drives me is creating illustrations that are not only visually appealing but also contain an extra layer—a smile, a surprise, a story. I often hide small narratives in my work that invite viewers to look longer and discover more. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to receive multiple awards for my work, which motivates me even more to keep pushing the boundaries of my visual language. Do you have something in mind that aligns with this philosophy? I would love to help create worlds—both on paper and in the minds of your readers.

Steven Van Hasten

I am an illustrator with a passion for layered images full of subtle references, little stories, and rich details. I primarily work with analog techniques in various media, but I also enjoy working digitally (photoshop, illustrator, procreate) — always with a focus on what best suits the client’s wishes. What drives me is creating illustrations that are not only visually appealing but also contain an extra layer—a smile, a surprise, a story. I often hide small narratives in my work that invite viewers to look longer and discover more. Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to receive multiple awards for my work, which motivates me even more to keep pushing the boundaries of my visual language. Do you have something in mind that aligns with this philosophy? I would love to help create worlds—both on paper and in the minds of your readers.

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I am an illustrator with a passion for layered images full of subtle references, little stories, and rich details. I primarily work with analog techniques in various media, but I also enjoy working digitally (photoshop, illustrator, procreate) — always with a focus on what best suits the client’s wishes.

What drives me is creating illustrations that are not only visually appealing but also contain an extra layer—a smile, a surprise, a story. I often hide small narratives in my work that invite viewers to look longer and discover more.

Over the years, I’ve been fortunate to receive multiple awards for my work, which motivates me even more to keep pushing the boundaries of my visual language.

Do you have something in mind that aligns with this philosophy? I would love to help create worlds—both on paper and in the minds of your readers.

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Language

Dutch
Fluent
English
Advanced
French
Intermediate

Work Experience

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Education

Master at Sint-Lucas school of Arts Ghent, Belgium
September 1, 1990 - July 1, 1994
Illustration and Graphic Design

Qualifications

Illustrator of the year 2024
January 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Awarded by JIA