Amelia's Compendium of Fashion Illustration Book Tour!

Hello! 

Previously as I try to search in vain for British street parties, I was slightly disappointed at the lack of them in my community. Or it could be the fact its all hidden away, and only invites only??

However, one thing I am invited to, and I am delighted to take part in 'Five of the Best' in Amelia's Compendium of Fashion Illustration Book Tour! Which starts in Convent Garden with Tatty Devine on Tuesday 10th, 6pm-10pm. I will be there with lovely fellow illustrators Jo Cheung and Gemma Millie, chatting, merriment and doing some live drawing!

The book tour will travel around Edinburgh, Brighton, Oxford, Bristol and back to London again. 

There's more information and you can book your place here.

Also I was super chuffed to see a feature about me on Grafik Magazine website! It is a really sweet write up and perfectly describes the way I work. Better than I can describe myself at times, so I can thank Amelia enough.  Check it out!

It seems to be an exciting night and come by if you can. 

Regardless, will keep you posted. xx 

Happy Bank Holiday Bonanza!!

Hi, I want to wish you a happy bank holiday bonanza! Whether you're watching the Royal Wedding or Having a day off from it all, hope it's good one.

For me, I will tuning into the Royal wedding and going to search for local community spirit, for street parties! Will post up photos, hopefully I will be successful.

Have a lovely day! Xx

London Fashion Week: Kirsty Ward

Of lately, I've been having a hard time, due to myriad of events. (Most people, I think, would know what it is, especially if you're on Twitter). Which have made me reflect and question  for a long time, being freelance, whether I am worthy enough or good illustrator/ artist, y'know, etc, etc. It's not been meant to be self pity post, as I got over that already.  However what happened, did make me lose my confidence and I think it's best to honest with you and to myself. Otherwise this Blog won't be put to good use.  :) 

L O N G     O V E R D U E . . . . 

I created Illustrations for this year's London Fashion Week for Amelia's Magazine! Alongside lots of talented illustrators in that post. The designs of simplistic and (I love ornamental jewellery) of Kirsty Ward.

This is slight different approach to how I normally do my illustrations with more of the Mixed Media input than using acrylics as the primary medium.  Also a minimalist background! instead of masses of sporadic colours.  In conclusion, It's always good to try out new things, further my practice. 

By the way, I just want to say,

 Thanks for reading

xxx

Voluptuous 21st Century Girl

Just a little simple illustration for you all. Based slightly on true conversation between me and a colleague at work. He was describing female body types, as you do! Out of curiosity I asked his opinion on what he thought was my body type. He said, " I was "VOLUPTUOUS..." 

And he described that word very well including funny hand gestures. After all that, I was flattered and it's a really nice word to be described. Lot more oomph than described "curvy," no? So there's lots of kinds of Voluptuous-ness and here is mine. We come to accept all body types and I am happy to be "Voluptuous." Mmmm 

The Launch! Of Amelia’s Compendium of Fashion Illustration

It is the morning after, and it's a great feeling Im feeling, after attending the launch of Amelia’s Compendium of Fashion Illustration and meeting really talented and fabulous people. The venue was 123 Bethnal Green Road, and the party started downstairs in the lower floors, with live band. It was bustling and lively atmosphere if you can tell them the photos!

Also I had chance to meet my fellow illustrators who are also in the book! I found it's really nice to see the face behind the illustration.  I also met jewellery designers, Maxine of Little Miss Delicious with amazing blue hair cute bracelets and Maggie Angus who seagulls/ship earrings I really love! So check them out!

L-R: Me, Natsuki Otani, Lesley Barnes

Me with Zarina Liew

Jenny Robins and her man. 

With Andrea Peterson

Rachel De St. Croix

With Joana Faria.

With the lady herself, Amelia Gregory who worked hard all night. 

Amelia cutting a delicious cake from Lily Vanilli. So much white chocolate!  

It was a great night out, on another note,

 I wish I had chance to meet everyone I missed. Perhaps another illustration meetup in order, methinks...Mmmm. 

If you not had chance to buy the book, you can always link here xxx

Moi in Amelia's Compendium of Fashion Illustration!

It's here it's here it's finally here! The brightest star in a form of book. That is called Amelia's Compendium of Fashion Illustration. As most of you know, the journey from the Open Briefs, selection process, proofs and now I have physical print in my hands. ^_^

My illustrations is featured along with many talented illustrators. The book got a really natural pearlescent cover which perfectly suits Andrea's work. Also throughout the spreads, there is a organic feel, which carries through to promote ethical fashion designs. 

Self Portrait 

I really like the jazzy backgrounds and the layouts, which Amelia worked hard to produce. On a final note, I am extremely happy and proud to be part of the journey and it's a great start to 2011. 

Maxjenny Illustrations

The Compendium is perfect for illustrators, designers, fashionistas and the coffee table. You can buy a copy, clicking on the link here (where it includes free postcards). Alternatively, you can buy it from Tate Galleries, Design Museum, Magma Book Shops. 

xxx

Bring on 2011! Happy New Year!

Hello! And a Happy New Year!
Like the title, bring on 2011! Quick post for now, been working few shifts lately during the holiday period.

Now into the seasonal spirit, I had brief moment to reflect and clarity. Which is why I like New Years celebration then Christmas. New Years like everyone is a fresh start, clean slate and a progression. Sorry to repeat hehe, what can I say, that you all haven't heard from everyone else already.

On a brighter note, I've celebrated last night with old friends with an impromptu limo drive to Brighton! It was wicked! The photos I've taken are not so good. If you wanna see the limo, click here.

So a resolution, take more risks and go on to many more adventures! ^_^

Hope you all have a great start to the New Year and let's see what 2011 may bring. xx