Amy Freeman of Mango Tree Illustration
With “a love for weird and wonderful characters, old maps and fairy tales,” Preston-based illustrator Amy Freeman is now applying her inspirations to various projects and commissions. Having graduated with a degree from the University of Central Lancashire, Amy is nicely progressing in the industry with her own brand Mango Tree Illustration. “I have always been … Read more
Graphic Design by Cumbria’s Dave Wharton
Dave Wharton is a final-year student of Graphic Design at the University of Cumbria, with skills that lie lie in editorial design, illustration, typography and motion graphics. With one eye on a full-time postition in the industry, Dave is concentrating on finishing the course on a high and today, we’re pleased to bring you some of … Read more
Painter & Illustrator Lewis Loughman
Manchester-based painter and illustrator Lewis Loughman is next up on Business Boom this afternoon. Here, Lewis takes us through his inspirations and creative background and we take a look at some of his intriguing artwork. “Pretty much spent my entire childhood doodling, reading comic books and playing Super Mario and Sonic. Since then not much … Read more
Illustration by Bolton Graduate Helen Naylor
University of Bolton graduate and founder of Pocket Wren Helen Naylor is next to take centre stage on Business Boom. Having built up years of freelance experience, predominantly in the children’s book market, Helen has since opened her online shop and is now concentrating on expanding her range of “fun and whimsical” designs. “I love … Read more
Interview: Manchester-based Illustrator Michael Thorp
We’re pleased to bring you our latest interview here today, this time with Manchester-based illustrator Michael Thorp. Throughout our chat, we pick his brains about his freelance work, his involvement with Blank Media, as well as inspirations and experiences to date, enjoy! You’re involved with Blank Media, tell us more about that. I’ve been working … Read more
Graphic Design by Susan Youd
Susan Youd graduated from the University of Chester in 2011 with a BA Hons degree in Graphic Design and is now living and working in the Wirral. Having gained experience at various companies since completing her course in 2011, she is now concentrating on being an in-house designer at Marketing Profile Wirral. “My work specialises in branding, … Read more
