Misha Chernov

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Misha Chernov illustration of The Book of Wonder book cover

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Misha Chernov's ornate cover for The King of Elfland's Daughter

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Book cover lettering by Misha Chernov for The Daughter of Doctor Moreau

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Misha Chernov's cover art for Juice by Tim Winton

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Misha translated words into images: mystical, Gothic, nostalgic.

Where words end, Misha’s images begin: mystical, rich in detail, and full of story.

Currently based in Lviv, Misha spent several years in the UK and studied at De Montfort University for Foundation, later receiving degree in Illustration from Falmouth with first class honours. As someone with dyslexia and ASD, he hated reading as a child, but this has become his superpower as an illustrator – he feels a strong connection to every image he works on because for him it replaces the words, thoughts and feelings in an article or story. Themes around history, classicism, mythology, mysticism, gothic horror and dark academia are where Misha’s style comes to the fore. Clients appreciate his talent for conveying narratives in unique ways, attention to detail and the timeliness of his delivery. Misha’s influences include philosophical studies such as hermeneutics and phenomenology, the art of Tove Jansson and novels by Donna Tartt.

Approach

Despite his dyslexia, each project begins with an in-depth examination of the brief and the text he’s to illustrate. His notes quickly become spider-web-like thought maps full of ideas and connections, drifting from themes to visuals, colours, compositions and the kind of typography to include. Then the sketching begins, first on paper and then in Procreate where the palette, textures and final details are completed.

Key software

Procreate and Affinity Suite.

Style

Mystical, gothic, nostalgic – Misha’s unique style feels tangible thanks to his unusual application textures, and yet hauntingly intangible through how the lighting is rendered. Wonderfully imaginative, his imagery is a touch dark while also full of surprising little details for the viewer to discover.

Languages

English and Ukrainian

Awards

2023 – D&AD New Blood – Portfolio – Winner 2026 - Folio Book Illustration Awards - Winner

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Illustrated fantasy map by Misha Chernov showing forests, mountains, waterways, and a central settle

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The Status Civilisation book cover designed by Misha Chernov

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Interview with the Vampire poster illustrated by Misha Chernov

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Book cover for Orbs of the Openland: Earth-Scar by Misha Chernov

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Misha Chernov's illustrated Agatha Christie book cover for Murder in Retrospect

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Artepolis book cover by Misha Chernov, featuring an ornate clock and theater interior

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Pisces zodiac fish illustration by Misha Chernov

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Misha Chernov illustration of a bearded man with headphones and flowers

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Misha Chernov poster art for The Summer Hikaru Died

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Misha Chernov artwork of The Portrait of a Lady book cover

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Misha Chernov illustration of a medieval couple beside an ornate poem page

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Misha Chernov illustration of a boy beside a glowing heart monitor

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Misha Chernov illustration of a dark figure before a sword display

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The Song of Achilles cover lettering by Misha Chernov

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Misha Chernov illustration of an ancient Egyptian female pharaoh seated in a temple

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Misha Chernov's ornate Joan of Arc book cover by Mark Twain

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Misha Chernov's ornate Over the Garden Wall poster

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Misha Chernov's illustrated Good Omens book cover with ornate gothic artwork

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Ornate botanical fantasy interior illustration by Misha Chernov

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Editorial illustration by Misha Chernov for an Arthur Conan Doyle mystery article

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Black-and-white Zmiyevi Svyatky illustration by Misha Chernov with cards and coins

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Misha Chernov illustration of a cloaked figure in a rustic room

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Handbook of Chinese Mythology book cover by Misha Chernov

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Three tarot cards illustrated by Misha Chernov on a starry background

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Vagabonds book cover by Misha Chernov, featuring a gothic architectural interior

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Misha Chernov illustration of a rabbit watching a train in falling snow

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Book cover for Speed of Dark by Elizabeth Moon, designed by Misha Chernov

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Ornate book jacket lettering by Misha Chernov for Lindsay Straube

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Misha Chernov character designs for Orbs of the Openland

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Misha Chernov illustration of Frankenstein resting in bed beside a storm-lit window

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Misha Chernov illustration of a Golden's Apricot Brandy label

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Misha Chernov illustration of two figures beneath a wolf-like creature

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Misha Chernov's illustrated map of Odysseus's ten-year journey home

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Misha Chernov illustration of a scholar in an ornate magical study

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Fantasy map for Assassin's Quest by Misha Chernov

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Misha Chernov's ornate Hercules book dust jackets

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Book cover for The Witches by Stacy Schiff, designed by Misha Chernov

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Misha Chernov dust jacket for Kingdom of Shadows and Wings

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Misha Chernov illustration of a mystical forest gathering

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They Call the Place Wild book cover illustrated by Misha Chernov

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Emily Dickinson poetry book slipcase designed by Misha Chernov

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Decorative endpapers by Misha Chernov with repeating burgundy and gold motifs

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Selected Clients

Wordsworth Editions, Mnemos Editions, Lobster Publishing, Badger Learning Publishing, Arcane Society, Little White Lies, Readsberry, Unplugged Book Box, ARTBOOKS Publishing, Seren Books, Apex Book Company