About

 

Art of Adventure revives a classic era of poster design. Our contemporary style is inspired by 20th century travel posters and their artists. This golden age of poster design, with scenes painted by celebrated artists such as James Northfield, Percy Trompf and Brian Cook were created to attract visitors to locations in the UK and around the world.

Art of Adventure was established in Sydney, Australia in 2011 by graphic designer and illustrator Andrew Sharratt. British-born Andrew enjoys travel and his designs reflect that. He studied Graphic Design at Bath Art College and still loves the South West countryside. He then took time to travel internationally, before settling in Manly Beach, Sydney, Australia. Andrew worked as a freelance designer for many of the world's leading design and advertising companies in Sydney. He also began designing and selling his Art of Adventure prints there. Andrew and Art of Adventure returned to the UK in 2017.

All of the designs are original and designed by Andrew. He draws each picture by hand on his computer to ensure he captures the detail of each place. Andrew uses modern design techniques, but his artwork echoes the nostalgic look of screen-printed, 20th Century travel posters.
 
Andrew’s design collection includes many global locations and many of his favourite beaches. Besides the travel posters, you’ll find collections of classic cars, animals (Australian and British) and surf iconography. He adds to his collections regularly, keeping the offering fresh and evolving.

 

Commissions

Are you looking for an original and unique piece of artwork?

We can create an illustration in our style of your house, favourite pub, beach, car, or perhaps much-loved pet.

Just send us a picture of the subject forward or side-facing and we can give you a free quote.

Email your request to: enquiries@artofadventure.co.uk

Below is an example.

 

 

 

 

Outlets

You can also purchase our products from the following:

 

70 The Broadway Gallery – 70 The Broadway, Leigh-on-Sea, UK
We are currently selling or work at this well-established Leigh gallery. The gallery is open every Saturday 10-5, or by appointment by contacting us directly or the gallery.

 

Quinns of Thorpe Bay – 181 The Broadway, Southend-on-Sea, UK
Quinns stock our Thames Estuary series of prints unframed and a selection of framed ones which can be purchased there.

 

Old Leigh Heritage Centre – 13a High Street, Leigh-on-Sea, UK
The Old Leigh Heritage Centre display our Thames Estuary series of prints unframed and a selection of framed designs which can be purchased there.
www.leighsociety.com/leighheritagecentre

 

Osborne's – Billet Wharf, High Street, Leigh-on-Sea, UK
Osborne's display a variety of our local Thames Estuary designs. A selection of exclusive Osborne's prints are available to purchase from the café.

 

London Southend Airport – Southend-on-Sea, SS2 6YF, UK
The Skylife lounge display a variety of our travel inspired designs.

 

Soden Style – 125A High St, Berkhamsted, UK. Tel: 07388 936857
Stylish home and lifestyle shop in Berkhamsted stock a selection of our travel prints, especially the Berkhamsted designs and surrounding areas.

 

Blue Dog Posters and Prints – 311 King St, Newtown, NSW, Australia
Our vintage picture range can be purchased here.
www.bluedogposters.com.au

 

Hello Manly Tourist Centre – The Forecourt, Manly Wharf, NSW, Australia
A selection of pictures can be purchased here, A3 size unframed.
www.hellomanly.com.au

 

Etsy
You can find us on the popular makers website Etsy. Our shop is called ArtOfAdventureShop. Features all of our designs.
www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ArtOfAdventureShop