About Me

My name is Tom, I'm a freelance illustrator and concept artist living in the UK.

I studied graphic design at college, and then game art and design at De Montfort University. After my studies, I was hired as a concept artist at Codemasters, a UK based games company. I worked on marketing artwork and concept art for racing and mobile games. My real passion is sci-fi and fantasy art.

I formed Tom Edwards Design in early 2015 after leaving Codemasters. My aim is to produce the highest quality artwork for clients, whatever the subject or genre. Most of my work to date has been for science fiction and fantasy book covers, and I’ve also worked on mobile games, board games, and RPGs. Please take a look through my work galleries, and if you’re looking for a professional approach and a final product worthy of your project, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Professional Illustrations & Unbeatable Service

Invest in a high-quality cover to see your book rise in the charts, first impressions really do count and the cover is always the first thing a potential new reader will see. Have your book noticed with the cover it deserves.

My Work

Embark on a visual journey with my captivating illustrations, meticulously crafted to breathe life into book covers. Each design weaves a unique narrative, offering an enchanting blend of artistry and storytelling to enhance your literary masterpiece.

Fantasy

Embark on a fantastical journey through my enchanting fantasy illustrations, where mythical creatures, magical landscapes, and epic adventures come to life with every stroke of the brush. Immerse yourself in a realm of wonder and imagination, where the extraordinary awaits at every turn.

Concept Art

Unveil the unseen realms of imagination through my concept art illustrations. Each stroke of creativity breathes life into untold worlds, characters, and possibilities, offering a glimpse into the boundless creativity behind the scenes. Explore the genesis of ideas with my captivating concept art, where imagination knows no limits.

Logo Design

Forge a memorable brand identity with my logo illustrations—crafted with precision and creativity to encapsulate your essence in a single symbol. Elevate your visual representation with designs that resonate, leaving a lasting imprint and fostering recognition in a crowded marketplace.

Board Games

Step into a world of strategy and imagination with my board game illustrations. From whimsical characters to intricate landscapes, each piece is a visual masterpiece that brings your gaming experience to life. Elevate your table top adventures with artistry that sparks excitement and fuels the thrill of competition. Unleash the magic of play with our captivating board game illustrations.

Other Genres

Explore a kaleidoscope of creativity with my diverse range of illustrations spanning various genres. From the whimsical to the mysterious, my art captures the essence of storytelling across a spectrum of genres, ensuring there's a visual masterpiece for every narrative.

Premade Covers

Instantly elevate your book's visual appeal with my collection of premade book cover illustrations. Each design is a masterpiece waiting to complement your story, offering a captivating first impression that entices readers to delve into the magic within the pages.

Character Design

Discover a gallery of compelling characters meticulously brought to life in my character illustrations. Each portrait is a window into unique personalities, stories, and emotions, capturing the essence of diverse worlds and narratives with every stroke.

Science Fiction

Dive into the cosmos with my extraordinary sci-fi illustrations. Immerse yourself in futuristic landscapes, otherworldly beings, and cutting-edge technology. Elevate your imagination with visually stunning sci-fi art that transcends the boundaries of the ordinary.

Author Testimonials

Hundreds of authors have trusted me with their vision, here are a few...

KT Belt

"Working with Mr. Edwards was as easy and straightforward as tying shoelaces. His ability to craft an image based upon the short descriptions I gave him bordered on the near telepathic. Quick to respond, always on time (if not early), the entire process from beginning to end was a pleasure. Not much else can be asked of such an amazing talent, which is why I plan to use him for future works. Can't recommend him highly enough."

Colin W Coyle, Parvus Press

"Tom Edwards is a stunning talent and an absolute joy to work with. He has a singular talent for translating our scene descriptions and story notes into a brilliant design that captures precisely the mood and messaging we want from cover art. For the cover art for Vick's Vultures, we ended up taking his first draft as final with only the slightest modifications. Best of all; he was in constant communication with us throughout the process and delivered the final artwork ahead of schedule. If you need cover art, you need Tom Edwards."

C.C. Ekeke

"I've used Tom Edwards for nine covers (and counting). Each time he translates my written project overviews into pieces of beautiful, high-quality artwork. Whenever I send a new project summary, the end results always surpass expectations. I've never had a cover artist visually articulately scenes from my books as expertly as Tom. He is extremely professional in how he collaborates with an author's vision, communicates fantastically if any aspect of the project overview isn't clear, and never fails to meets any deadlines. These are just a few of the reasons why Tom Edwards is the top sci-fi cover artist in the indie publishing business. I cannot recommend him highly enough."

Ralph Kern

"Tom is simply the best cover artist working in the business today. He has gained a reputation, and a following, for creating the most beautiful and eye-catching covers - Just what authors want, and what readers seek. Not only is his end-product excellent, but he is a pleasure to work with. He shows an amazing ability to not only translate briefs into exactly what is envisaged but also gives a cover designer mindset, to ensure it looks great on both screen and print."

Matthew Helling, author of “Blood of The Ancient Saints

"It has been a pleasure to work with the artist, Tom Edwards. He will listen to you and, from your concept/photos/sketches, will develop a powerful image for the cover of your book. His graphic skills are elite, and he offers different versions with each step in the process in order to create the book jacket that you want. I am very pleased with the cover art that Tom Edwards did for me, and would highly recommend him for your next novel."

Si Clarke

"When I was working on my latest novel, I knew stock art wasn’t going to cut it. Weirdly, there just weren’t any stock photos of day-glow pink spaceships shaped like teapots. Who could have predicted? I set out to find an artist, researching science fiction art. And then I researched some more. The same name kept popping up. Tom Edwards. I messaged him – and I’m so glad I did. I mean, have you seen the glorious, ridiculous, completely unique cover image he created for The Left Hand of Dog? I’m a very happy customer. And just like Arnie says, I’ll be back"

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