About me

Leah LaTouche is a 24 year old Black-British Illustrator and Designer based in London, UK. Residing in one the most affluential multi-cultural societies has influenced LaTouche to illustrate unique characters reflecting race, culture and personal beliefs, depicted throughout her work. Illustrations of humorous caricatures, comic-style quotes and bold prints may be her passion, but the contortionist source of information known as “The Media” stands as the driving source where LaTouche gains creative ideas and controversial issues to explore and respond to. Studying a BA Hons Illustration Course gave LaTouche experiences working in the mediums of Clay (Ceramic Pottery), Woodwork, Lino-cutting, Screen-Printing, Risograph and Textile Printing, in addition to fluent use of the Adobe Creative Suite; Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. LaTouche is interested in Advertising, Textile Printing, Digital Prints, Editorial Illustrations and Packaging Designs in response to trends, brands and consumerism. She has aspirations to create her own Brand selling various products, from Tote Bags to Graphic Print Hoodies. Getting into the creative industry of Assistant Curating, Exhibitions & Gallery work is the main focus right now. Instagram - @la.touche.illustrations

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Projects

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  Risograph Zine - The Chinese Empire & ZodiacsThe Chinese Empire & Zodiacs
• Vauxhall Market (Rastafarian Character Study)A character illustration depicting a Black-British man with a Jamaican heritage, inspired by the study of race, culture and identity within the affluent, multi-cultural society of London.
• Branding & Self-IdentityBranding
• Modesty & CultureA series of illustrations representing a diverse range of characters that choose to cover or wrap their hair for different reasons. Connotations between Religion, Fashion and Culture.
• Digital Ceramics & Clay PotteryDigital ceramic bowls and saucers inspired by the Rastafarian Culture.
• LaTouche Illustrations - Self-Promotion Tote BagsA series of my chosen illustrations printed onto white, cotton tote bags as self-promotion. Exploring my interest in Textile Designs and Screen-printing.

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Work history

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Illustrator & Market TraderPortobello road market
Mar 2020 - Mar 2020306 Portobello Rd, London W10 5TA, UKFreelance
In March 2020 I signed up with local Creative Art Fairs & Markets to volunteer at some of the weekly craft events. I got the opportunity to work alongside Creative Directors and Event Coordinators at the well known United Colours ‘Portobello Artisan Market’, organised by ‘I Love Markets’ designed to showcase the diverse creative talents of West London and beyond! I had the role of; • Assisting in the layout and setup of the market stalls • Helping the market traders present their goods • Network with local business owners, shop owners and entrepreneurs I also hired out a market stall for the duration of the working day where I had such a great experience trading! I brought along many of my own graphic printed products form my business ‘LaTouche Illustrations’ to sell which included a range of bold prints, tote bags, t-shirt’s, mugs and satin cushions. Regardless of how much money I made I got the chance to meet many successful young adults and women running their own businesses which I greatly value! I’m thankful for the advice, help and life lessons I endured while volunteering at the United Colours of Portobello Artisan Market.

Skills

• Illustration
• Editorial Illustration
• Ceramic Design
• Printmaking
• Poster Design
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Indesign
• Textile Design

Education

BA (Honours) Illustration Degree (2:1)The University of East London
Sep 2016 - Jul 2019London, United Kingdom
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UAL Level 4 Diploma in Art & Design Studies - Foundation Studies (Pass)Reigate School of Art, Design & Media
Sep 2015 - Jun 2016London, United Kingdom

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