
COLOUR as a Storyteller: Unleashing the Power of COLOUR in Illustration
Colour has an incredible ability to evoke emotions and tell stories. As someone who has always struggled to pick a favourite colour, I understand the challenge of choosing the right hues for your illustrations. In this post, I’ll share my insights on colour and how I’ve incorporated it into my own artwork. Let’s embark on this colourful journey together!

Defiant Blooms: How the Pansy Became a Symbol of Queer Identity
The pansy craze of the 1920s and 30s was a brief yet vibrant moment in history when queer culture burst into the mainstream. In this post, I’ll delve into the cultural significance of the term pansy during this time and share my inspiration for an illustration that captures the anger and defiance of having to hide one’s true self.

A Day in the Life of an Illustrator: Creativity, Movement, and Inspiration
Ever wondered what a day looks like for an illustrator? It’s a mix of creativity, movement, and a little bit of relaxation. Here’s a peek into my daily routine, where I balance work, inspiration, and self-care!

How to Create Texture in Illustrations: Techniques and Tips for Artists
Texture in illustration is a wonderful way to add depth and uniqueness to your work, taking it from flat to fabulous! From brushes to layering techniques, I’ll show you how to bring your work to life with texture. So, let’s dive in!
Confronting a Blank Page: How I Turned an Empty Background into a Bold and Vibrant Illustration?
The dreaded blank white page! Sorry to spook you there. A struggle for all creators and artists, a blank white page haunts us all at some point. In this post I'm going to talk through my process for this piece and how the background evolved and changed to achieve a fun, lively, retro inspired illustration.

6 Time Management Tips I Follow as a Freelance Illustrator
How do people get so much done in one day? Time management is tricky as a freelancer, you are the boss and the employee. So how can you be both without burning yourself out. In this post I'm going to be sharing my tips on how I stay on track while allowing myself time for rest and enjoyment.

Animal Characters: How Nature Has Inspired My Illustrations
Trees, flowers, fungi, wildlife from the sky, the ocean, the land, you name it, I love it. Animal characters are such an interesting way to explore uniqueness and create meaningful stories. In this post I’m going to be sharing my inspiration behind some of my own animal character illustrations.

Character Creation 101: How to Develop Unique, Empowering Characters for Your Illustrations
Illustration is such a magical way to bring characters to life and lets you create bold, unique personalities that feel full of energy! I'm all about celebrating individuality and embracing what makes each character special in my work. In this post, I’m going to walk you through my process of crafting vibrant, empowering characters that truly stand out.