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My Live Illustration Experience at GMWomen Events in Greater Manchester
Last Saturday, I had the opportunity to showcase my illustration skills at the GMWomen event in Rochdale. The day was filled with creativity, connection, and inspiration. I want to share what made this experience unique and how live illustration can enhance events like this. Capturing the Energy of GMWomen Through Live Illustration GMWomen brings together Greater Manchester women to exchange ideas, support one another, and celebrate their achievements. I captured the event’s
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Embracing the Vibrancy of Sunburst Illustrations
The Joy of Colorful Chaos This sun illustration, inspired by a hot sunny day, is all about chasing bold color and happy chaos. I leaned into punchy oranges, hot pinks, and golden yellows to create something that feels loud, warm, and just a little nostalgic. Nothing here is trying to behave perfectly, and that’s exactly the point. It’s bright, scratchy, sun-soaked energy designed to feel more like a mood than a landscape. Finding Creative Inspiration Creative inspiration is e
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Capturing the Essence of Cats in Illustration
Bringing Cats to Life with Color and Movement When I started this freelance illustration project, my goal was to capture the essence of cats without relying on realistic detail. Instead, I focused on bold shapes and a limited color palette to create a modern look. The three colors I chose work together to give each cat energy and depth while keeping the design clean and striking. The jumping cat shows motion and excitement, with its body curved mid-air. The paw-licking cat ca
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Celebrating International Women’s Day: 115 Years of Strength and Resilience
A Call to Action for Equality This year marks the 115th International Women’s Day. It’s a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of all women, both past and present. IWD serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing fight for equality. It’s a call to action for everyone to work together towards a world that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. Imagine a world where differences are not just tolerated but celebrated. A world where every individual has the
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Sustainability
I have designed a set of illustrations about sustainability and a greener planet ...
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Exploring Cat Illustrations Design Patterns
This illustration features a bold, simple and geometric cat pattern made with clean lines, repeated shapes, and a limited colour palette. Cat illustrations are popular and are often found in pattern designs. .
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Scrapbook Interview with ME
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Who To Hire To Boost Your Home-Based Business’s Success
Starting and running a business is tough. Finding people to help your business grow is an even greater challenge. But, when you need to...
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How To Become a Proficient Digital Nomad and Gain Better Work-Life Balance
If you’ve always wanted to work remotely, perhaps you’ve considered becoming a digital nomad and working as you travel the country or the...
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For the love of pattern!
Flexible designer adapting skills.... At the beginning of the COVID20 lock down I decided to craft after watching one too many Kirstie's...
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