British Tamil multi-disciplinary illustrator MURUGIAH, invites you to his first ever solo show at the Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, which runs from the 5th June until the 31st August 2026.

MURUGIAH’s work reflects on his life and identity, drawing on his Sri Lankan Tamil heritage and Welsh upbringing. His flower-, elephant- and skull-headed characters are influenced by a youth playing Nintendo, listening to pop punk and watching Saturday morning cartoons. Fused with references to Hollywood film and South Asian art and design, works range from new sculpture and painting to commercial print and animation

“What I hope people will take home from this exhibition is that the themes and feelings I am presenting are being presented in a unique way. The themes however, are universal so I hope they come away feeling a sense of catharsis.”

– MURUGIAH

Having trained as an architect, MURUGIAH has brought ambitious scale and play with perspective to a decade of illustration projects.. He has collaborated with a diverse range of clients in editorial, apparel and branding. In his personal practice, MURUGIAH explores his identity and feelings of disconnection from his heritage, overwhelm and rejection, with bold visual metaphors that invite people to reflect on their own lives.

This begins a series of exhibitions made in collaboration with contemporary UK-based illustrators, supporting new and ambitious illustration practice.

Supporters:

MURUGIAH: Ever Feel Like… is supported by the Bagri Foundation (as Major Supporter), using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England and sponsored by Procreate.

5 June – 31 August 2026

Wednesday to Sunday: 10.00–17.00

Location

Quentin Blake Centre for Illustration, EC1R 1AG

Tickets

Adults from £15. Tickets include entry to all exhibitions
Members go free