I am 20 years old and originally from London but now living in Sheffield. I have always enjoyed drawing and producing art, so much so I studied Illustration as a degree at Sheffield Hallam University. I am a highly motivated
image maker with a passion for pattern, character design and workshop facilitating.
Projects
- A Troll's Tale - Children's Book ProjectThe children’s book industry is currently undergoing change, with pressure to look outside itself and to be an honest reflection of modern society. Successful children’s books combine engaging illustration alongside a captivating story, many also include a moral lesson, which can positively influence a child’s learning. Working alongside Sheffield Hallam Journalism students in this project I designed characters that represent the diversity of modern society and created key spreads. This project
- Techno Textiles - Surface Pattern & Animation ProjectThis was another of my final year projects where we were asked to design a surface pattern to be used on a smart textile. I created to design a bacteria repeat pattern to be used on a special type of fabric that has the ability to destroy bacteria living in the fibres when placed in sunlight. I designed and made a set of children's pyjamas and loungewear with the intention that it would be used in children's hospitals. I also took elements from the patterns and turned it into a looping animation
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Projects credited in
- Sheffield Hallam University, BA (Hons) IllustrationThis course blends traditional skills of illustration with new developments in the field, ranging from printmaking and children’s publishing through to virtual reality and animated illustration. Students are encouraged to: Experiment with a variety of techniques and materials. Master the essential traditional, new and technological skills for a successful career. Work with tutors who are practicing illustrators who bring to the course their experience and networks. Engage with a variety of illu14
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Gallery AssistantYorkshire Artspace
- Sheffield, United KingdomPart Time
In this position my main duties were greeting visitors, making sure I was familiar with current exhibitions and that I had a proficient and up to date knowledge about exhibiting artists, being able to engage in conversations with visitors about the gallery and displays, maintaining the gallery through general cleaning, keyholding, opening/locking up, setting alarms and making sure pieces on display did not get damaged or stolen.
Skills
- Adobe Photoshop
- Botanical Illustration
- Character Illustration
- Surface Pattern
- Print Design
- Digital Artwork
Education
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Bachelor of Arts (BA) Sheffield Hallam University
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
On this course, I learnt the traditional skills of illustration alongside new developments in the field in a studio workshop environment. I scored 100% overall in my final year earning an 1st class honours.
Awards
Art & Design AwardDepartment of Art and Design at Sheffield Hallam University