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My Freelancer Self Care Reminder
Work, rest, rest, rest… repeat. I want to do my best, so I’m making time to rest.
3 Quotes that inspire me as a visual creative… from musicians!
Obviously without question I am visual creative. However, my first love, man and boy, has always been music.
The feast and famine of this solo illustration life
In the sphere of freelance illustration, you quickly learn that there’s a feast or famine kind of pattern that you live within.
Post like there is no algorithm
I’m as guilty as anyone for chasing likes. Don’t be confused though, I have never jumped on any bandwagon to become more popular.
Thriving or surviving as a freelancer?
I don’t have loads of money but I survive. In terms of money that is. My business thrives (from time to time).
Why a creative education doesn’t just happen in the classroom
Latest What’s On Plymouth Culture Article
The importance of relationships for a flourishing creative career
Strong professional relationships are the foundation of any successful creative career.
