Geoff’s Best Jigsaw Puzzles for Adults
My favourite Jigsaw Puzzles & Artists chosen after 23 years
of Product Development in the Jigsaw
So hard to choose!Â
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How did I Choose the Best Jigsaw Puzzles for Gibsons?
I spent over 20 years trying my hardest to develop the best jigsaw puzzles for Gibsons.
It was an amazing time of my life, and I worked with some very special colleagues & artists.
We spent hours working on
but very often, the best theme would come from the artist.
When artists paint from the heart, their passion comes through so much into the painting and
They will spend hours on people’s faces – getting their expressions just right.
Artists will include hidden details in the background, which are only visible once you piece together the
Look out for Ralphie Rabbit from Janice Daughters in each and every
The best puzzles will have a good variety of bright colours and plenty of detail,
but most of all, they will ‘tell a story’—something I will never forget from my boss and mentor, Michael Gibson himself.
There can be dozens of puzzles on a shelf and hundreds online.
Which one of those puzzles will catch your eye and make you pick up that box?
Will it be a photograph of a Cottage or a German castle?
Or will it be a painting from the heart by an artist such as Michael Herring or Tony Ryan?
Have a look at my How to Choose the Best Jigsaw Puzzle – My Unique Insiders Guide
My Top Jigsaw Puzzles for Adults
How do I choose my favourite puzzles & artists?!
It’s a pretty impossible task having worked with so many over 23 years,
and sincere apologies to all those talented artists I have had to leave out this time.
I love puzzles that have meaning. Â Those that ‘tell a story’ through the tiny details that artists include in the background.
The puzzlers only find out when piecing the
Artists like Michael Herring & Tony Ryan include their personal items & memories in their paintings.
Janice Daughters includes Ralphie Rabbit in all of hers!
Best Puzzle for Christmas
Christmas Spirit
Ltd. Edition
by Marcello Corti – simply one of the best Christmas scene artists in the world of puzzles.
Best Puzzle for Mother
Disney & Kinkade
A really interesting collaboration with classic Disney characters appearing in the World of Thomas Kinkade.
Best Puzzle
for Father
Marvel Impossible!
Which Dad doesn’t like the Avengers? I certainly do, and this is an ‘impossible’
Best Puzzle
for Grandma
Cookies & Cocoa
A tasty treat from Aimeee Stewart
one of the world’s
most talented jigsaw
Best Puzzle for Grandad
Grandad’s Workshop
My favourite
Best Puzzle for
USA Memories
James Mellett
A Pittsburgh native and freelance illustrator for over 20 years. How many characters does he fit in!
From White Mountain Puzzles.
Best Puzzle for
UK Memories
Robert Opie
Robert is an absolute genius to work with.
Robert knows everything about UK nostalgia and is the owner of the Museum of Brands.Â
Best Puzzle for Alphabets!
Val Goldfinch
From A-Z, Val paints the most detailed puzzles I have seen. The detail in every
Best Fine Art Wooden Puzzle
Starry Night
Wooden Whimsys!
I was fortunate enough to see this painting in real life. Wooden Whimsys are special shaped pieces – here from Nautilus Puzzles.
Best Puzzle for
Maps
Maria Rabinky
The best
I think so – just look at the research that Maria has done to include those famous landmarks. Also a good capital city test!
My Favourite UK Puzzle Artists
I have been so fortunate to work with so many talented and friendly artists over my 23 years in the world of puzzles.
Exclusive! I’ve brought Matthew Emery’s ‘Reds over London’ jigsaw
Let me know what you think in the comments belowÂ
Best Artist for Interiors
Tony Ryan
Somehow Tony Ryan gets the most incredible detail & colour into every one of his shop interiors. Fascinating!
Best Artist for Vintage Cars
Kevin Walsh
The legend of the red MG & his beloved dog which he tries to include in all his paintings! The master of all classic cars.
Best Artist for Nostalgia
Trevor Mitchell
His 4×500 puzzles have become a legend in remembering the ‘Good Old days’ through a series of four puzzles
Best Artist for Planes
Matthew Emeny
I’m so glad Matthew introduced himself to me at Gibsons. He has now found artist fame on the BBC!
Best Artist for Rabbits (!)
Janice Daughters
What can I say about Janice!
She is an absolute insipration for all aspiring jigsaw
Best Photographic Puzzles
Robert Opie Collection
Robert has been collecting his everyday objects for decades – and creates the most interesting photo puzzles!
Best Artist for
Busy Scenes
Steve Crisp
Steve is probably one of the best
Best Artist for Cartoons
Wasgij
The most successful range of puzzles ever – and there is no picture of the
Best Artist for Crazyness
Colin Thompson
What an incredible imagination! Â I haven;t met him, but I hope to one day to see what makes him tick!
Best Artist for
Cats
Linda Jane Smith
I’ve met Linda and she likes a quiet life. You wouldn’t guess it from her crazy paintings.Â
My Favourite Puzzle Accessories
You spend hours, days or weeks on your puzzles (or know somebody who does).
It’s really important to make sure you are comfortable and enjoy the time!Â
Best Puzzle Table
Folding
Two side panels and a magnetic bar to hold up your box!
Best Puzzle Table
with Drawers
4 colourful magnetic drawers.
Tiltable (5 angles)
Best Puzzle Table
with Wheels
Height adjustable.
Tiltable. Can straddle your armchair!
Best Puzzle
Board
Lightweight. Felt surface. Fold-out sides with covers.
Best Puzzle
Mat (with trays!)
Puzzle Ready Mat
Incredibly, this mat includes four trays when it rolls up!
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