About This Artwork
This illustration was commissioned for The People’s Friend – Long Reads,
a long-form narrative publication produced in a book-style format.
The artwork was illustrated by Gerard Fay for a commissioned story by
David Balmer.
Original Commission Context
- Publication: The People’s Friend – Long Reads
- Story Title: End of The Line
- Writer: David Balmer
- Theme: Mystery
- Mood: Mysterious
- Season: Summer
Plot: Who would have thought an antique steam train would be the scene of a murder? All bets are off when there’s money to be made, though.
Format & Download
High-resolution digital artwork
A4 book-cover orientation
Supplied as a print-ready image file
Digitally delivered immediately on purchase
Usage & Licensing
This artwork is available for private purchase, reference, and licensed reuse by authors, publishers, and interested parties.
Purchasing this artwork does not transfer publication rights.
Any form of publication — including print, digital, or commercial release — requires prior permission from the artist.
Original first-publication rights for the commissioned story remain with The People’s Friend.
All artwork copyright and licensing permissions are retained by Gerard Fay.






