ARTIST TRAINING
One-on-One Consulting to help start your business | £125
Every week I receive multiple emails asking many questions about how I run my business. New for 2023 I’m now offering one-on-one consulting to help you answer your questions on how to run your own illustration business. I have worked as a freelance illustrator for close to a decade and in this time I have worked with a number of high profile clients as well as working with agents and also creating and selling my own products.
These one-on-one consultations will guide you towards establishing yourself as an illustrator and gaining clients.
EXAMPLES OF QUESTIONS
- Do you practice traditional art or do you work mainly digitally?
- Has COVID affected your business in any way?
- Where do you find inspiration from?
- If you’re creatively stuck, how do you get the creative juices flowing again?
- Do you have advice on how I can make it in the art world?
- What makes a great illustration, is it colour, composition or anything else?
- Where do you find clients?
- What are the big challenges of working as a freelance illustrator, and you have any words of wisdom?
EXPERT ADVICE
Do you practice traditional art or do you work mainly digitally?
Has COVID affected your business in any way?
Where do you find inspiration from?
If you’re creatively stuck, how do you get the creative juices flowing again?
Do you have advice on how I can make it in the art world?
What makes a great illustration, is it colour, composition or anything else?
Where do you find clients?
What are the big challenges of working as a freelance illustrator, and you have any words of wisdom?
Just received this surprise sample from one of my client.
So many super cute Halloween scratch art activities packed in this little book!
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Just a friendly reminder that most of our products are ‘print to order,’ so if you need something for a time-sensitive occasion, it’s best to place your order a few days in advance. We don’t keep large quantities in stock, so ordering early ensures we can get it to you on time. Thank you for your support!
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New pattern design of my new collection “I Love Fast Food”!
This fun, yummy and cute collection coming soon!
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🌍 Explore Switzerland with My New Illustrated Map! 🇨🇭✨
Introducing Map No. 51 – Switzerland! 🎨
I’m thrilled to share my first map of 2025, inspired by the stunning landscapes, cozy towns, and mouthwatering cuisine of Switzerland. 🏔️🍫 I visited Switzerland nearly 20 years ago, and its charm has stayed with me ever since. From breathtaking mountain views to delicious fondue, it’s a place I’d love to revisit with my family someday!
This vibrant, detailed map is perfect for travel lovers, map collectors, and anyone who enjoys cute, colorful artwork. Whether you’ve been to Switzerland or dream of going, this piece will brighten up your space with a touch of wanderlust.
✨ What’s Next?
I’m currently working on a New Zealand map and some exciting new collections for 2025! This year, I’m embracing a more balanced creative journey—dedicating weekends to personal projects and self-care. While I’m taking on fewer commissions, I’m excited to bring you even more heartfelt, joyful illustrations.
💌 Available as postcards, prints, and more in my Website and Etsy shop!
If you love travel-inspired art, stay tuned for more map releases and colorful goodies. Let’s make 2025 a fun, creative adventure together! 🚀
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🚨 New Book Alert! 🚨
Look what just—my artist copies! And oh my goodness, how cute is this sea-themed colouring book? 🐠🐙🌊
This book is extra special to me because I love drawing sea creatures. In fact, after finishing this project, I even added “draw more sea creatures” to my personal to-do list! 😀 It’s one of my favourite themes to illustrate, and I hope to create lots of adorable, ocean-inspired products for you this summer.
This is book #5 in my ongoing colouring book series with Castle Point Books (Macmillan US), and there are more exciting titles coming your way this year! Stay tuned for even more fun-filled colouring adventures.
I’ll also be selling these books at markets this year, so hopefully, I’ll see you there! 💙✨
🚨新書來啦!🚨
看看我剛收到的作者樣書!這本 海洋主題的著色本 也太可愛了吧?🐠🐙🌊
這本書對我來說特別有意義,因為我超愛畫海洋生物!其實,完成這本書後,我還特地在待辦清單上寫下「畫更多海洋生物」!:D 海洋主題一直是我最愛的插畫題材之一,所以今年夏天,我希望能創作更多 可愛的海洋風產品 給大家!
這是我與 Castle Point Books(Macmillan US) 合作的 第 5 本 著色書,而這個系列還有更多驚喜即將登場!請大家期待今年推出的 更多有趣著色書~
今年我也會在市集販售這些書,期待能見到你們!💙✨
@advocateart01 @castlepointbooks @macmillanusa
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#ColoringBook #NewBook #Illustration #SeaCreatures #CuteArt #ArtistLife #Macmillan #CreativeJourney #LivWan #livwanillustration #advocateart #macmillan
✨ No. 51 Map – Switzerland! ✨
Kicking off 2025 with my first map of the year—Switzerland! 🇨🇭✨
I visited Switzerland about 20 years ago, and it was an unforgettable experience! The breathtaking landscapes, delicious food, and warm hospitality left a lasting impression. I’d love to visit again with my family one day!
Next up, I’m working on a New Zealand map, along with some exciting new collections! This year, I’m doing things differently—I’m setting aside weekends for personal illustration projects, rest, and self-care. While that means taking on fewer commissions, I believe it’s a step towards a more sustainable and fulfilling creative journey. After feeling completely burnt out at the end of 2024, I know I need to pace myself better.
I hope you love my Switzerland map! I’m excited to create more maps and fun, colourful goodies for you this year. Stay tuned for new releases, and let’s make 2025 a creative and inspiring year together! 🎨✨
#SwitzerlandMap #IllustratedMap #TravelIllustration #CuteIllustration #CreativeJourney #MapArt #LivWanIllustration #SwitzerlandTravel #ArtistAtWork #SmallBusinessLove #LivWanpostcards #LivWan #Postcrossing #VisitSwitzerland #Switzerlandfood #Switzerlandfoodmap #Switzerlandfoodies
🌟 2024 Art vs Artist 🌟
Wow... just a few hours left in 2024! I’m excited to share my “Art vs Artist” post for this year—a look back at the journey, growth, and challenges I’ve experienced.
2024 has been a whirlwind for me! It’s been my busiest year yet, as I’ve illustrated 23 books and worked on several exciting collaborations. While most of these books are still in the printing or publishing process (so I can’t share them yet!), I’m incredibly proud of what I’ve accomplished.
As you can imagine, creating 23 books has been a marathon, and I’m feeling pretty drained both physically and mentally. But it’s been an incredible learning experience, and I’m more motivated than ever to bring you even more fun, cute, and colourful illustrations, books, and products in 2025!
💡 My goals for 2025:
1️⃣ Prioritize rest and recharge.
2️⃣ Find a better balance between work and personal life.
3️⃣ Carve out time for personal projects.
4️⃣ Take a much-needed holiday.
5️⃣ Progress further toward my financial goals.
6️⃣ Commit to exercising more regularly.
I’m especially excited to explore some personal projects I’ve been dreaming about, including:
✨ Self-published coloring books
✨ More illustrated maps
✨ Seasonal product collections
✨ Expanding my product range
✨ Designing new greeting cards
I know achieving all these goals might be ambitious, but even reaching half of them would make 2025 a fulfilling and rewarding year.
To everyone who’s supported me this year—thank you from the bottom of my heart. It’s been a tough year for many, but I truly hope 2025 brings us all hope, light, and joy.
Here’s to an incredible year ahead! 🥂✨
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Exciting News! My New Book “I Lave You” is Out Today!
I’m thrilled to announce that “I Lave You” is officially published! This heartfelt book is a celebration of love, our beautiful Earth, and is packed with sweetness on every page.
I am beyond grateful to the incredible team at Scholastic US for trusting me with this project and giving me the creative freedom to bring this story to life. Working with you has been a dream, and I can’t wait to share our next super-cute book together!
A huge thank you to my amazing agent, Amanda, at Advocate Art, for ensuring everything went smoothly every step of the way.
To my wonderful friends and supporters here on social media: your encouragement means the world to me! I hope you’ll enjoy this sweet little book and share it with your loved ones.
@scholastic @advocateart01
📚 “I Lave You” is available now—grab your copy today and dive into a world of love and sweetness!
#ILaveYouBook #NewBookRelease #ScholasticUS #ChildrensBooks #PictureBook #LoveAndEarth #Illustration #CuteBooks #SweetStories #livwanillustration #livwan #Advocateart #Earthday
Our last market of 2024 is officially done!
As always, I’ve caught my December cold (again!) 😆🤧, but that hasn’t stopped me from reflecting on this year.
It’s been a challenging year for retail businesses, and while our revenue is slightly down compared to last year, I’m incredibly grateful to still be going strong and making good progress.
Thank you all for your continued support—it truly means the world to us! Here’s to an even brighter 2025!
Massive thanks to @urbanmakers_uk, @clapham_makers_market and @pexmas to having us to trade with you!
Huge thanks to all my customers! You made me have the courage to keep creating cute, colourful and fun things! I love you guys!
We will be back in spring/summer market 2025!
#christmas #2024market #christmasmarket #LivWan #livwanillustration #crafter #londonillustrator #londonmarket #smallbiz #smallbizowner #endofyear #illustratorsoninstagram #illustratoroninstagram
Thrilled to share the adorable jigsaw puzzle books I collaborated on with the fantastic Dublin-based publisher, @townhouse_books Townhouse Publishing! 🎉
What began as a Jungle Train jigsaw puzzle book has blossomed into a delightful four-book collection, thanks to the incredible response to the first book. I’ve just wrapped up work on the final two titles, and I can’t wait for you to see them next year! 🚂✨
Currently, Jungle Train and Farm Train are delighting young readers in Portugal, Spain (Spanish and Catalan), Greece, Brazil, Argentina, Italy, Slovakia, Finland, Lithuania, Denmark, and France. Excitingly, English editions are in the works and set to launch soon—stay tuned!
A huge thank you to the amazing team at Townhouse Publishing—Ellie, Kate, Hannah, Veneta, Holli, and their boss—for trusting me with this project.
I’d also like to express my gratitude to my agent, Will, for his invaluable support throughout this journey.
If you’re looking for a passionate illustrator to bring your project to life, please reach out to my wonderful agent at @advocateart01 Advocate Art. I’d love to hear from you!
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