Dan Bransfield
(He/His) • San Francisco, USA
Biography
Dan Bransfield is a San Francisco–based illustrator and animator known for his distinctive blend of traditional and digital media. His warm, tactile illustration style combines handcrafted textures, expressive character design, and contemporary visual storytelling, making his work highly sought after by brands, magazines, advertising agencies, publishers, and civic organizations.
Dan creates editorial illustrations, advertising campaigns, branding visuals, animation, and public art projects that connect emotionally with audiences through humor, personality, and strong conceptual thinking. His illustrations have appeared in leading publications, commercial campaigns, and community-focused initiatives across the United States.
In addition to his client work, Dan Bransfield is the author and illustrator of Pizzapedia: An Illustrated Guide to Everyone’s Favorite Food, published by Ten Speed Press. The book celebrates pizza culture through richly detailed illustrations, visual storytelling, and playful educational content.
With a versatile approach that bridges analog craftsmanship and digital innovation, Dan Bransfield continues to create memorable illustration and animation work for editorial, advertising, publishing, and cultural clients worldwide.
Selected clients
Sf Municipal Transportation Agency, Aether Apparel, Four Seasons Magazine, Afar, Better Homes And Gardens, Ooni Pizza Ovens, Applegate Farms, Whole Foods
Awards
- 3×3 Annual No. 20 Winner
- AI42 Chosen Winner
- AI39 Chosen Winner
- Communication Arts Illustration Annual 62 Winner 2021
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