A bit about us

How it all began…

1986, Paul left Cornwall College for a job as illustrator at Blue Chip Illustration in Malmesbury. Have a look at some of his work from back then. Leaving Blue Chip after a couple of years, Paul began freelancing and work started to pile up. Realising not enough hours in the day he began passing jobs to ex Blue-Chip mates and the seeds of Beehive Illustration were sown. 1990 and much time was taken up collecting briefs and dropping off portfolios (actual portfolios, not pdf's) so decided time to concentrate 100% on the agency and put away the paint brushes. With Photoshop fuelling the demise of the corporate work, attention focused on children's publishing as there were too many enquiries to ignore and the rest as they say… Currently, representing over 100 of some of the best children's illustrators around the world and a few thousand chocolate bars later, Paul and the rest of the team continue to steadily build and grow the agency taking pride in the reputation which they have all built up and earned giving great service, gentle understanding and an uncompromising objective to deliver exactly what Beehive's customers have come to expect…

Beautiful illustrations on time, every time!

I've worked with Beehive for many years and always find them professional, friendly and efficient and needless to say, the illustrators are just brilliant. - August 2011

Linda Storey - Top Floor Design Ltd

I love working with you and the great people at Beehive. :) - August 2011

Sean Parkes - Illustrator

Wow, I didn't expect to receive this many good samples ;-) There are some very nice ones amongst those you sent… it will be very hard to choose! - August 2011

Tiny Adriaensen - Designer

My first reaction… Looks like I picked the correct artist and exactly on time! I don't think I'll change a thing on this, incredible job Janos!! I would like to take this opportunity to thank Beehive for providing such superb artist's - such as Janos. His creation of the book cover for Charlie Stone and his Greatest Adventure - not only met but exceeded my expectations in every way. I am amazed that he was able to completely capture the essence of my book with only a few lines of my description. The artwork speaks for itself. It is simply incredible - breath taking - wow!!! Please offer my thanks to Janos - let him know that I can not thank him enough. I hope to be able to use him again for the prequel - I am working on it now. - August 2011

Charles Reece - Publisher

I'm happy to stay with Beehive next year, in fact if you'll have me, I'd be happy to put my name down for 10 years… - August 2011

Martin Sanders - Illustrator

Thanks so much for a really lovely, and hassle-free job! And not only was THAT a treat, but we have just received some CHOCOLATE from you in the post : ) - August 2011

Sue Smallwood - Designer

The commission has been completed with almost unprecedented speed. Please could you pass on our thanks to the artist (Laszlo Veres) - August 2011

Anne Kispal - Designer

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Meet the Team

Paul Beebee


I used to be a freelance illustrator before starting Beehive and I'm now constantly inspired and amazed by the illustrations which pass across my screen. We have so much un-tapped talent at Beehive so please don't hesitate to let me know if I can help in any way.

Ellie Pritchett


I originally joined Beehive as a work experience student. In 2003 I returned having graduated from the University of Plymouth with a degree in Illustration. My role now as Project Manager is the first point of contact for all new and ongoing work. Please don't hesitate to contact me if there is anything I can do to help.

Christina Barratt


Before joining the Beehive team I spent 3 years studying a degree in Photography and Digital Imaging. I specialised in landscape and nature, and spent some time working for a wedding photography company. My role at Beehive is Project Assistant to Ellie. I deal with any ongoing jobs, so please come to me if you have any a/w or comments to pass on. Also please let me know if you have any queries with a current job, and I'll be happy to help!

Nela Viznerova


I've just joined the team. I came from Czech Republic and I am open and ready for new challenges. Im taking care of all the Financial side, the lovely chocolates and Honey points so if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me and I'll be more than willing to help.

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