Illustration of a father and daughter cycling with their dog in a suburban setting

Dermot Flynn

  • Born on the northside of Dublin, Dermot studied Visual Communication at NCAD before beginning his design and illustration career at Carton Levert in Blackrock.

    After finishing his Master of Arts in animation he moved to London to work at the world-renowned StudioAKA, before going freelance and setting up his own practice as an illustrator and animator. 

    His work has won numerous awards; among them the Macmillan Prize for Children’s Book Illustration and a Silver Lion at the Cannes Advertising Festival.

    He has worked for international clients such as Pentagram, Adidas, Vodafone, New York Magazine, Conde Nast, Dentsu Japan, Winkreative, GQ, the Guardian, BMW, Francfranc, SwissAir, Nickelodeon, and the Irish Times.

    Recent projects include illustrations for Mary Portas’ report on the state of the British High Street; portraits of celebrities in chocolate, toothpaste, toast and Marmite; an award-winning children’s book for the luxury Grand America Hotel in Salt Lake City, and recently creating drawings in balsamic vinegar for French salad company Florette.

  • Adidas - Attitude - BAFTA - Blue Teapot Theatre Company - British Airways - Canongate - Christie’s - Custo Barcelona - Dentsu Japan- Disney - Earagail Arts Festival - Harper’s Bazaar - Hodder - HSBC - IPUT Real Estate Dublin - GQ France - Grand America Hotel - Littlebrown - Macmillan - Mary Portas - New York Life Foundation - Oxford University Press - Paramount - Pentagram - Pernod-Ricard (Jameson) - Queen’s University Belfast - Kerrygold - Kinnegar Brewing - Raffinerie - Saatchi & Saatchi - StudioAKA - The Guardian - The Irish Times - The New Yorker - The Wallace Collection - Totally Dublin - Toyota Japan - Trinity - College Dublin - UBS - Vodafone - Vogue - Weir & Sons - Winkreative

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Dermot Flynn illustrates Fia and the Last Snow Deer
Dermot Flynn illustrates Fia and the Last Snow Deer

Dermot Flynn wins the Irish Book Awards Specsavers Older Children’s Fiction Award for illustrating Fia and the Last Snow Deer, bringing Eilish Fisher’s story vividly to life with atmospheric, award-winning artwork that celebrates contemporary Irish children’s publishing.

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Magical Realms Come Alive in 'The Faerie Isle,' Illustrated by Dermot Flynn for Walker Books
Magical Realms Come Alive in 'The Faerie Isle,' Illustrated by Dermot Flynn for Walker Books

The Faerie Isle brings Ireland's forgotten folklore to vivid life for young readers aged 8+. Compiled by Síne Quinn with stunning illustrations by Dermot Flynn, this £14.99 hardback explores selkies, leprechauns, shape-shifters and more — drawn from the Irish National Folklore Collection. A magical gift for curious minds.

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Selected Work

New York Life. Animation

‘The Golden Sweater’

New York Life. Animation

‘The Girl with The Locket’

Illustration of a large, illuminated brick mansion at night, with snow falling. People are gathered outside; some are walking on the sidewalk, others are entering through gates. A decorated Christmas tree is in front of the mansion.
A colorful illustration featuring the text "Jameson Irish Whiskey" prominently. Surrounding it are various phrases and doodles related to Dublin and Irish culture, including symbols of music, drinks, and famous sayings. The background is a rich green
Illustration of a snowy village scene with a church steeple, townhouses, and bare trees, set against a wintry landscape with falling snow.
Colorful book cover for 'Liberty' by Garrison Keillor, featuring the Statue of Liberty with fireworks in the background and a crowd holding American flags. The book is a novel of Lake Wobegon, with quotes praising the book at the top. Design and illu
Two illustrated children's books titled "The Golden Sweater," published by the New York Life Foundation. The cover features an image of a bear and a boy with glowing hearts and swirls, symbolizing warmth and love.
Illustration of a historic city street scene with buildings, people walking, a horse-drawn carriage, a cyclist, and a statue.
Illustration of an urban scene with old-style buildings surrounded by trees, people walking, and parked cars. The scene depicts a park-like setting in a city with a mix of greenery and architecture.
Illustration of a coastal village with four white cottages and stone walls. Two people stand on the shoreline while two others row a boat nearby. The landscape is composed of hills, grass, and ocean.
Illustration of a cartoon squirrel wearing a green hat with a clover and holding a large stacked burger with multiple layers of lettuce, tomato, and patty.
Illustration of nine children dressed in various costumes, including a character with large ears, a cow print outfit, and superhero attire, standing in a line.
Assorted hand-drawn botanical elements including flowers, leaves, and berries on a dark background, with a vintage and artistic design style.
Illustration of a wooden desk with open books, a cup of coffee, and a glass jar holding pencils. A wooden chair is pushed back from the desk.
Illustration of various animals in a tree, each holding different foods like pies, burgers, and sandwiches. A badger, a duck, and a raccoon are visible among others. A sign reads 'Kantine' with a speaker nearby.
Timeline illustration showing construction cranes in 2022 transitioning to a green landscape with trees and people by 2030, representing a journey to net zero carbon.
Three artistic posters for the Earagail Arts Festival from 2018 to 2020, featuring illustrated themes of rowing boats, owls with birds, and nighttime forest scenes.
Illustration of a modern cityscape with red brick building, glass offices, cranes, and a bridge. People and vehicles are depicted on the streets and in the water. Birds are flying in the sky.
Illustrated park scene with people enjoying outdoor activities like cycling, jogging, and picnicking. Houses and a school are visible in the background, surrounded by trees and hills. Flowers and greenery are in the foreground.
A collection of colorful quotes and graphics featuring phrases like "Women come to New York for the two L's: Labels & Love," "I love you, but I love ME more," "I miss N.Y.," and "Just get me a really big closet," alongside images of a shopping bag, h
Illustrated animals including a bird, bat, snake, snail, caterpillar, butterfly, giraffe, fish, and beetle.
Illustration of an ecosystem cross-section with city, rain, mountains, oil drills, and rock layers.
Illustration of a lively public square featuring people walking, socializing, and engaging in various activities. Includes a statue, trees, a water fountain with children playing, and a café with seated patrons.
Illustration of a lively urban park scene with people cycling, walking, and using wheelchairs among trees and modern buildings.
Illustration of a lively urban scene with people walking, biking, and sitting by a fountain. Some are in an outdoor café under a red-striped awning. Nearby, a modern building shows people working inside offices. A green vehicle is visible on the stre
Illustrated scene of a park with people relaxing, a food truck, trees, and a modern building in the background. There is a fountain in the center, and people are sitting, standing, and walking in the park area.
Cover of 'Maurice on Holiday' book featuring a penguin with suitcases, surrounded by stars. Written by Stephen Wunderli and illustrated by Dermot Flynn.
Greeting card with "Sorry you're feeling under the weather. Things will brighten up soon" text, featuring rain clouds, umbrellas, rainbows, and a sun illustration.
Birthday card with cakes and sweets illustration, featuring text 'Have a very happy birthday and eat lots of cake.' Designed by Dermot Flynn, distributed by BEAUMONDE.
Greeting card with cover featuring two penguins on ice with a fish, snowflakes, and hearts, reading 'Happy Birthday to a very special friend' in blue and white lettering. Back cover has designer's name Dermot Flynn and other publishing details.

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Animation