Freelance illustrator based in London specialising in handcrafted bespoke puppets/models for communicating emotive storytelling.
Covering a number of techniques from concept art, model making, painting, costume sewing, set design, photography and computer editing to complete the final illustration or animation. My models are made using air dry clay, plaster cast, fabrics, acrylic paints, feathers and other found materials. Wire armatures and changeable facial features allow for the models to pose and display a variety of movements and expressions.
My art is heavily influenced by the whimsy of everyday life and how this encourages the characters to behave.
Projects
- State of MindMy latest piece called State of Mind. Exploring mental health, representing the 3 states of being and their influence on our actions and emotions. Which Jomar do you identify with? The Seeker – Driven and excited. The Meditator – Reflecting and content. The Defender – Threatened and anxious. This has been a really rewarding piece to research, exploring the nature of the brain and how emotions and characteristics are linked. Each is important in a balanced life, to keep us safe, to reflect on ou
- AutumnAutumn marks the end of summer and is often seen as a low season. People recoil physically and mentally in preparation for the cold season ahead. It is also a great time to reflect and take care of oneself and loved ones. The image shows Autumn holding onto her baby bump, nurturing for the arrival of her baby Summer. Covering a number of techniques from concept art, model making, painting, costume sewing, set design, photography and computer editing to complete the final illustration. My models
- Charlotte the AnimationCharlotte lives in a dark dystopian time, where the world is plagued with high rise buildings and pollution. Everyone has forgotten the beauty of nurturing. My solo stop motion animation project. Clay model with wire armature and fabrics. To make this a single body and head was created, to which 4 faces could be switched between to visualise mouth and brow expressions. A total of 16 eyes were created to alter eye and lid movements. There are 545 frames allowing for semi-smooth movement, yet keep