The Vikings Are Here

by Liv Wan | May 22, 2013 | Design

I created a whole series of marketing materials for one of the National Museum of Scotland’s special exhibitions called “Vikings!” as part of a project I have been working on. As an illustrator, I always have to think about and design myself some...

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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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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

I’m thrilled to share these beautiful samples and magazines featuring my Blue Tit illustration, created in collaboration with Taiwan Lohongka @lohongka_taiwan ka_taiwan. It’s incredibly rewarding to see how my artwork has been brought to life in such a stunning way!

Big thanks to the team at 老行家 @lohongka_taiwan for sending me their annual publication and product samples—it’s been such a pleasure working with you. Also, a special shoutout to my talented friend Nicole @nicole923923 for her fantastic writing contribution!

Collaborations like these remind me why I love what I do—bringing vibrant, meaningful art into the world. 💛

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🎉 Exciting news! My Christmas Ornament Jigsaw Puzzle is now available at John Lewis (UK) and Anthropologie (Hong Kong)! 🧩✨
Seeing my designs in such prestigious stores is a dream come true, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to spread a little festive cheer across the globe. If you’re looking for a unique holiday gift or a fun way to celebrate the season, be sure to check it out!
Thank you for your support—it means the world to me! 💖

I will also selling these cute little ornaments jigsaw puzzle in @clapham_makers_market this Sunday!

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To Our EU Customers 💌

If you’re based in the EU, please take a moment to read the announcement in the slides. It’s an important update about upcoming changes due to new regulations.

I’m truly hopeful we’ll find a solution to these challenges soon. Running a small business has become increasingly difficult with so many new hurdles, but I’m committed to navigating this as best as I can.

For our UK and non-EU customers, there’s no need to worry—these changes won’t affect you, and we’ll continue trading as usual.

Thank you all for your incredible support during these tough times. 💕

Warmly,
Liv

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🎄 **Important Update for Christmas Orders** 🎄

If you’re planning to order from us for Christmas and want your gifts to arrive on time, please take a moment to carefully review this post.

Additionally, we’ve recently learned about the new EU GPSR regulation, which comes into effect on December 13th. Unfortunately, if we’re unable to find a solution, we may need to temporarily suspend shipping to European countries.

We’re currently discussing our options and will provide an update as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding and support during this time! 💕

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🎄 Save the Dates! 🎄
We’re so excited to share our last 3 markets of the year with you! If you’re looking for adorable and unique Christmas gifts or goodies to brighten your holiday season, come and visit us at these markets.
We’d love to see you there and help you find the perfect festive treats! 💖✨ ...

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**Exciting News! New Books Coming Soon! 🚂📚**

I’m thrilled to announce a brand-new series of interactive children’s books, launching soon! A huge thank you to @townhouse_books and my amazing agent Will at @advocateart01 for this incredible opportunity.

I’ve been working on this series since the end of last year, and it’s been such a joy to bring these fun and playful illustrations to life. These books are extra special—not only do they tell stories, but they also include jigsaw puzzles that let kids mix and match to create their own unique trains! 🚆

Stay tuned! I’ll be sharing more details and sneak peeks as soon as I receive copies. Thank you for being a part of this creative journey with me! 🎨✨

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