Chris Boulden
Designer Illustrator

Based in London, I work independently on all manner of projects with a focus on branding and visual communication in the cultural and humanities sector.
In 2026 I have worked as a designer for 27 years, independently since 2003. I have also enjoyed putting my mind to creative and art historical writing, cell animation and web design. I work practically, figuring a project’s anatomy out with graphite, illustrating with ink on paper and screen, and explore the bounds of typography – from brand identity to book design, technical layout and editing.

In addition to my design practice, I paint depictions and observations of the natural world. Feel free to see a few examples of my art at chrisboulden.com

Salon du Dessin
Selection of drawings


Härb Nuti Master Drawings London

Catalogue design
2025
In the competitive world of fine art trade, the events attended by dealers are no walk in the park. Catalogues must convey the gravity of the often historically significant artworks available at market, and provide detailed provenance and eloquent essays to best describe the precious object. Working to a two column grid is essential for this layout. It is spatially economic and information elegantly threads through the columns in notes and essays alike. The Härb Nuti brand colour features subtly throughout in folio detailing and cover design. Here you can see a few spreads to convey the look.