About

Hello, I'm an illustrator with a love for creating joyful and energetic characters. My work is all about capturing emotions and everyday situations in a way that makes people smile.

Inspired by my background in Fine Art and English Literature, I combine storytelling with clear visuals to bring characters to life. Whether it's daily comics about parenthood, illustrations for a concept, or brand that needs a face, I can help you find the perfect visual language to connect with your audience.

Before becoming an illustrator I had a long career in communications helping people find the right words to get their messages across. Now I do the same thing with pictures and my doodles are no longer confined to the margins of my notebook!

My process

I start all projects drawing freehand, with pen and ink and then use digital tools to add vibrant colours and textures. All of my ideas tend to start on stray pieces of copier paper and sketching is my favourite part about creating because I love embracing the unexpected. 

I try to let my intuition and subconscious take over when I draw, and over the years I’ve learnt to embrace the imperfect in my work.

I have a bit of a mantra "No mark is a mistake" because, with digital art, it’s easy to lose hours clicking 'undo' and taking all the life out of an image.

There's something spontaneous and dynamic in a line that’s drawn freehand, with traditional materials, that deserves to be honoured because it has a life of it’s own.