1,763 Images and Illustration Examples That Teach Things

Drawings and illustrations and photography can transmit more information from human-to-human than text can. This board is perfect for designers and marketers seeking visual inspiration.

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How a Highlighter Brand Turned History Into a Brilliant Ad

This Stabilo Boss ad is a masterclass in visual storytelling. The yellow highlighter literally shines a light on Florence Nightingale...

Ads/Print Ads/DDB Agency
Jan 18, 2026
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How STABILO Highlights Heroes with One Smart Visual

This STABILO ad nails emotional storytelling in a single glance. By using its iconic yellow highlighter to literally draw attention...

Ads/Print Ads/DDB Agency
Jan 17, 2026
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Classic Volkswagen Beetle Ads

The Volkswagen Beetle was a remarkably weird car when it came out. • It was slow.• It was small.• It...

Print Ads/Copywriting/Volkswagen
Jan 17, 2026
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Billboard Genius: The Bankless Ad That Turns a Chained Pen Into a Statement

In a sea of corporate billboards, this one stops you in your tracks. A single image of a chained pen—something...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
Jan 16, 2026
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Fun street advertising seen in Austin Tx

A man on a tricycle has transformed his ride into a mobile basketball game, complete with a backboard, hoop, balls,...

Ads/Images/Advice
Jan 16, 2026
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Why Captions Could Be the Secret Weapon in Your Ads

This image shows a classic advertising layout—the kind found in timeless copywriting books—featuring both illustrations and captions. The text emphasizes...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
Jan 15, 2026
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Instagram Dominates B2C: What Marketers Can Learn

The latest data from NP Digital shows a clear frontrunner in the B2C social media race: Instagram. With 62% of...

Data/Images/Advice
Jan 15, 2026
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How Sears Sold Trust with a 5% Profit Margin

This vintage Sears ad nails consumer psychology by showing a pile of coins next to a promise: their profit is...

Ads/Copywriting/Images
Jan 12, 2026
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Nanit Turns Baby Data into Parenting Insights

The Nanit Insights chart makes it easy for parents to understand what each plan offers without overthinking it. In one...

Copywriting/Before & After/Data
Jan 11, 2026
Ad
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Why Dos Equis’ Coasters Are an Extension of Their Iconic “Interesting Man” Brand

The Dos Equis coasters in this image brilliantly extend the brand’s beloved “Most Interesting Man in the World” campaign. Instead...

Most Interesting Man in the World/Ads/Wisdom
Jan 10, 2026
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The Power of the Persona: Dos Equis’ Legendary Cool

This ad from Dos Equis is a masterclass in personality-driven marketing. With its confident tagline and the effortlessly suave 'Most...

Most Interesting Man in the World/Ads/Print Ads
Jan 10, 2026
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The Real Journey From Goal to Achievement

This image nails what real success looks like. We think goal setting should be a straight line — set it,...

Motivation/Images/Advice
Jan 9, 2026
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The New Food Pyramid: A Modern Take on Eating Well

The classic food pyramid got a digital-age redesign, and it’s not your childhood poster anymore. The new image flips proportions,...

Images/Advice
Jan 8, 2026
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Local Paver Ad Keeps It Simple in Print

This Palm Construction ad nails local marketing by mixing a strong visual with a clear, irresistible offer. The large photo...

Ads/Print Ads/Direct Mail
Jan 8, 2026
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How Nanit Transforms Parenting with Sleep and Growth Insights

The Nanit system offers parents intelligent support for navigating those sleepless nights and capturing precious baby milestones. This visual guide...

Emails/Data/Images
Jan 8, 2026
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The Shift: Why Email Feels More Like TikTok Than Blogging

The image nails a massive shift in how people consume email. The old-school newsletter modeled after corporate blogs is dying...

Copywriting/Emails/Images
Jan 8, 2026
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The Power of Persona: Dos Equis' Legendary Ad

The Dos Equis advertisement featuring 'The Most Interesting Man in the World' is a masterclass in branding through storytelling. It...

Most Interesting Man in the World/Ads/Print Ads
Jan 7, 2026
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Top Handyman Projects That Actually Pay You Back

Home improvement isn’t always about spending money—it’s about smart investing. This chart from Ace Handyman Services shows which projects have...

Data/Images/Advice
Jan 7, 2026
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How Dos Equis Made ‘The Most Interesting Man in the World’ Iconic

This Dos Equis ad nails personality-driven branding. With one absurd yet classy line about a beard having diplomatic immunity, it...

Most Interesting Man in the World/Ads/Print Ads
Jan 7, 2026
Ad
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American Express Turns a Diamond into a Punchline

This classic American Express ad grabs you in an instant. Big, bold type asks, “How to buy a diamond,” but...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jan 6, 2026
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The Credit Card That Sold You Jeans (and Everything Else)

This vintage American Express ad nails emotional marketing with a twist. It looks like a jeans ad at first glance—but...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jan 6, 2026
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The Clever Copy Behind “How to Buy Jeans”

This vintage American Express ad doesn’t actually teach you how to buy jeans—it sells you on how to *pay* for...

Ads/Print Ads/Wisdom
Jan 6, 2026
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How American Express Used Humor to Make Trust Memorable

This vintage American Express ad nails a simple idea with clever humor. Rather than a boring pitch about safety, it...

Ads/Print Ads/Copywriting
Jan 5, 2026
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How American Express Sold 'Peace of Mind' With Humor

This vintage American Express ad nails the art of visual persuasion. A man struggles to carry a huge safe while...

Ads/Print Ads/American Express
Jan 5, 2026

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