FAQs

  • My illustration process varies depending on the complexity of the project. However generally this is a brief overview -

    1. I will gather reference material from books, online, photographs or from life if possible.

    2. Using the gathered reference and my imagination, I will start sketching either in my sketchbook or digitally.

    3. Once I have worked out the composition and cleaned up the line work. I use a light box to transfer my sketch with a HB pencil to watercolour paper.

    4. I begin painting with light watercolour washes, building up layer by layer until I achieve the desired result.

  • Inspiration can be found everywhere! Some of my favourite ways to find inspiration are:-

    • Walks in the countryside

    • Spending time in nature, looking for various, animals, plants and mushrooms.

    • Vintage children’s books

    • Reading

    • Other artists! A few that first spring to mind - Molly Brett, Jill Barklem, Beatrix Potter, Chris Dunn and many more!

  • Yes! I would love to work with self-publishing authors.

    If you think your project would be a good fit, please feel free to complete the picture book form‍ or reach out by email to discuss!

  • Yes! I have an Etsy shop where I currently sell a small selection of greetings cards and stickers.

    My artwork is also available for wholesale.

    If you are a shop or gallery and would be interested in stocking my products, I’d be delighted to hear from you!

    I have a selection of -

    • Greetings cards

    • Prints

    • Bookmarks

    • Stickers

    Ready to be stocked in your store.

    If you would like to be sent my trade catalogue and up to date line sheet, please email me and I’ll get the latest price and minimum quantity information to you as soon as possible.

  • Currently I use ‘Daniel Smith’ Watercolour paints (half pans)

    My favourite paper is, Fabriano Artistico, 140lb (300gsm) cold pressed. It is 100% cotton, archival quality and acid-free.

    For sketching I like Faber-Castell, series 9000 graphic pencils. Blackwing or Caran D’ache Grafwood.

    Lately I’ve been using the Stillman & Birn Alpha series sketchbook. The paper is lovely and smooth and works well with pencils and light washes of watercolour.