WOW – Mark Giglio of Pen Pencil Stencil Studio
Take time to do personal work—personal work will keep you excited about what you do. It also gives you a chance to experiment and try new things that you might not otherwise be able to do for clients. Mark Giglio Graphic Designer, Illustrator, Photographer and maker of things. Studied: Print, California College of the Arts […]
WOW – Illustrator & Designer Stephen Chan
Build strong relationships with other like-minded people…be it other illustrators, designers, animators, developers, printers, editors, etc. Work and learn from each other. Viewing things from another persons perspective and seeing how others tackle problems can be very inspiring and informative. Help and support others, and they will repay you when you need it most. Stephen […]
WOW – The Enquiry Desk Team
What projects would you like to do in the future? What would you like to achieve? Doing the cover of your favourite band’s new album? Publishing your own book? Running your own design studio? Launching your own magazine? Whatever they may be, use your ideals to add some structure to your work practice now. Start […]
WOW – Writer & Illustrator Derek Brazell
An illustration career is a two sided coin: Heads (maybe) is the creative work, the dedicated application and exploration, the side you’re most proud of. The Tails are the less glamorous side, the understanding of the business element of your chosen career and the appreciation that you are part of a bigger picture, a picture […]
WOW – The Enquiry Desk
Always double check the final artwork files before you send them to the client. Make sure you are supplying it as requested in the brief – format; dimensions; mode; resolution; colour separation etc. Don’t let yourself lose future work because of silly mistakes like spelling or missing something out. The Enquiry Desk, […]
WOW – Edward from The Enquiry Desk
Chances are that you’re doing other types of work inbetween creative freelance and your own projects. Best not to be bitter about that. You’re bringing money in and learning lots of skills you probably hadn’t even merited… seeing how a business runs, working well with people and being disciplined. Plus, you never know who […]
WOW – Illustrator Caroline Rose Dunning
As a graduate enter as many competitions and exhibitions as you can. Get your work seen! Caroline Rose Dunning 2014 Illustrator and Printmaker Studied: Graphic Communication BA at Bath Spa Since graduating Caroline has worked with a variety of clients from publishing and press. She has exhibited in several galleries across the UK and […]
WOW – The Enquiry Desk
Plan a work routine and stick to it. Remember to factor in accounts, self promotion and updating your portfolio around commissions. It may need to be adaptable during busy spells but will focus you during quiet times. The Enquiry Desk, 2014 We deliver talks and events on creative professional practice and topical industry debates for higher […]
WOW – Illustrator and Printmaker Polly Dunbar
KEEP PLAYING! When drawing becomes your ‘proper job’ it’s easy to forget to make work just for fun. New ideas can grow from experimenting, I find nothing is ever wasted. Polly Dunbar 2014 Illustrator and Printmaker Studied: Illustration BA at Brighton University Polly Dunbar studied Illustration at Brighton University, since graduating she has written and […]
WOW – Jessie Ford of Sugar Snap Studio
Keep drawing! I’m as guilty as the next person for relying on my computer too much… I love the hand drawn line and need to remind myself of this! Nothing beats it. Jessie Ford of Sugar Snap Studio, 2014 Illustrator and Picture Book Creator Studied: Graphic Design (illustration) Bath Spa University College Jessie studied for […]