The creative life of an illustrator living in London
So many creative freelancers have relentless working practices that end up harming them mentally or physically. I was one of them. I really had no choice but to find a way of working that was sustainable for me physically, emotionally and financially. This is how I changed my habits and moulded my career into something that was no longer actively harming me.
Read MoreSo 2018 was a bit of a crazy year. I feel like I say that every year, but I think your late 20s are the pivotal years with big things happen and you start making strides in the world rather than just bumbling along cluelessly (or may that’s just me).
Read MoreI don’t personally like the phrase ‘creative block’, but fear of the blank page is definitely real! As an artist and an art teacher I have learnt there are so many things that can hold people back from be creative. Having no ideas, having too many ideas, perfectionism and worrying the painting will be a failure, worrying about wasting expensive materials, and good old fear of the blank page.
Read MoreThis week I celebrated the UK launch of my book and I have to say after my wedding it was probably the happiest evening of my life. I’m so lucky to have such incredible friends and family who made the evening so special.
Read MoreIt’s that time again, fledgling designers are being pushed gently out of the nest and into the real world. It’s an exciting time, and I was lucky enough to visit New Designers to take a look at the new talent graduating this summer and learn more about how Joules champions creativity.
Read MoreIs there anything more relaxing than sitting painting in the sunshine whilst on holiday? However it’s so easy to pack your paints and sketchbook in your suitcase and then leave them there all week! I’m definitely guilty of taking my art materials on holiday, but never actually using them. When you are on holiday and you’ve got a limited amount of time to do and see things it can be difficult to make time to sketch. Here are my top tips for making it happen.
Read MoreIt’s that time again, the year in review blog post! I’m terrible at remembering what I’ve done in a year, and tend to think I haven’t done much of anything, which is why I’ve got my diary out so I can go through month by month and remind myself of all the exciting stuff that’s happened.
Read MoreSo apparently the beret is back in fashion, which is news to me. Was it ever not in fashion??
Read MoreWorking for free has been a big issue for a long time in the illustration industry, but I really feel it's becoming a bit of a problem at the moment. Here are the reasons why I think it doesn't pay to work for free.
Read MoreSpending the summer working on my dream project and writing a book all about watercolours.
Read MoreExploring the latest textile trends at New Designers in association with Joules.
Read MoreHappy National Stationery Week! I love stationery and I'm not the only one. I don't know why stationery bring so much joy. Maybe because it's an affordable treat that can be both practical and beautiful.
Read MoreOver on Instagram I shared some of my top tips as part of #MarchMeetTheMarker. They were just a few nuggets of wisdom I have cleaned in my 5 1/2 years of freelancing. It was one of my most popular ever Instagram post, so I thought I would share it again here. Obviously I am a freelance illustrator, but I think this advice could apply to any freelance creative.
Read MoreLast year Text Publishing got in touch with me about illustrating a book cover for an upcoming chapter book. It was a really lovely project so I thought I would share a behind-the-scenes peak with you guys.
Read MorePainting blown easter eggs has become something of a yearly tradition for me. I have produced a little step by step guide to painting eggs, just in case you want to have a go!
Read MoreIn this blog post I wanted to talk a little bit about inspiration. I personally define inspiration as feeling motivated to do something or create something. It's that feeling when you read a great book and immediately want to sketch the main character, or you go somewhere so beautiful that you can't stop taking photos, filming or sketching.
Read MoreI often get asked about the art materials I use, so I thought I'd list some of my favourites here.
Read MoreGraduation is always a scary time, and after the degree show comes down it’s easy to feel a little bit lost. Here are 10 little nuggets of advice to hopefully get you through this transition period.
Read MoreThis was such a lovely campaign to be a part of. It was such a joy to receive a new photo to paint every 2 days, it was so exciting to see who P&O Ferries had picked every day!
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