Creative charity marketing and how illustration can make the difference
Creating marketing materials that truly stand out can be a challenge for charities. Whether it’s donor newsletters, fundraising campaigns, or … Read more
Sam Osborne
Why do designers and illustrators ask so many GD questions?
I’m sure it’s happened to you, you’ve found a designer or illustrator that you’d like to approach, sent them a … Read more
How to make a four-day week work for you as a solo freelancer
In late 2021 I was done, burnt out, tired, totally over it and limping towards a Christmas break. I put … Read more
Six apps for creative freelancers that help keep body and mind together.
You’ve got all the Adobe desktop programmes downloaded, filled your iPad with the mobile apps and Procreate, and your phone … Read more
An illustrator’s guide to the digital nomad lifestyle and working while travelling
I’m gearing up for a two-month adventure to New Zealand with my partner. We have family there so it’s something … Read more
Reliable illustration services: How I protect client work against all odds
The hardware, software, and systems that form a safety net for my creative workflow and ensure I can provide reliable … Read more
My methods of illustration and how to choose which is right for your project
All illustrators have preferred ways of working, some like to keep it real with pen and paint and others are fully digital. I have two ways of working that, although they are both digital, are quite different and have pros and cons when it comes to matching up to a client’s requirements.
How to commission a custom illustration as the perfect gift
Buying gifts for people can be tricky, especially when you’re looking for something really personal and memorable. That’s where commissioning … Read more
How to write an illustration brief that saves time and gets great results
The best way to get the illustration you want, in the timescale you want, for the price you want is … Read more
Q&A about life as an illustrator and graphic designer
I often get emails from students and people just starting out in their creative careers asking about life as an … Read more
How much does illustration cost? A guide to how illustrators work out their fees
One of the first questions I get asked by clients is how much the job is going to cost. It’s … Read more
Customers and Feedback
A part of this years #marchmeetthemaker we were asked to focus on our customers and the feedback. I’ve been running … Read more