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

Mary Gartside c. 1755–1819
Abstract Visions of Colour


Book design

Thomas Heneage Art Books
Paul Holberton Publishing
2023
Working with Paul Holberton Publishing, I designed this small book, featuring a fine essay on Mary Gartside (c. 1755–1819) by Alexandra Loske. Late 18th to 19th century typography choices make for an agreeable aesthetic when paired with the intriguing subject matter, a rare publication from the early 19th century that explores and informs on colour theory and it’s application, particularly in painting.

To define sections and chapters I employed bold full bleed abstractions of Gartside’s works in watercolour, an echo of the cover design, type-set in Scotch Modern with a touch of Caslon.