March 1st, 2015

abstract sunrise

As all my time is usually spent on graphic design, it’s nice to experiment with my illustration side every now and then. I often feel that that side of me gets a teensy weensy bit neglected, but today felt like one of those times to dust of my creative, abstract, illustrative brain and create something totally of my own and see what happens. When I start these projects, I rarely…
February 7th, 2015

Coming up with the goods

This week started with a meeting and ended with a meeting, and a small realisation that I have been doing this graphic design freelance thing for going on a year. What made me realise this fact, was that I was discussing the need for advertising to gain business, and I mentioned the power of word of mouth. In this day and age we are told that businesses simply “cannot be”…
January 27th, 2015

Back in the designer hot seat

After a brief interlude of sun, sea and sangria I’m back for the long haul… Since we last spoke we’ve had Christmas, and a new year, plus I’ve met Mickey Mouse and have just returned from seeking some winter sunshine. Not bad for just over a month… With that said, I am fully refreshed and back in the designer hot seat. I returned after a week away to an inbox full…
December 23rd, 2014

have yourself a merry little christmas

It’s been a fun year, ending far differently than it started, with Southern Hemisphere exploration having taken place as well as the chance to build up a graphic design empire. I couldn’t have done it without the help and support of my fantastic clients, who put their trust in me on a daily basis to get their design tasks done. Their expectations are high and I do my best to…
November 19th, 2014

“A pleasure to deal with”

One client that I enjoy working with is Wellies and Worms, an online children’s outdoor clothing retailer. I design the banners used across the website and in e-mail campaigns. Aimed at children and parents, I aim to bring a sense of fun to the work that I produce. Here is what the Commercial Director, Niki Addison had to say: Elizabeth is always able to take a brief and product something…
October 30th, 2014

“Just amazing”

Over the past few months, I have worked predominantly for the Cordant Group, across a range of the ever expanding brands. From corporate literature, to interactive web reports, to infographics and exhibition stands, I have worked alongside Tamara to get the job done. Here’s what Tamara Holland, the Group Marketing Manager, has to say about working together: I have thoroughly enjoyed working with Elizabeth. Her ability to interpret our often…
October 13th, 2014

infographic design

Are you into infographics as much as me? Over the past few months I have designed quite a few infographics, close to treble figures, across a multitude of the Cordant Group brands and recruitment sectors, and I have loved doing it! I have selected a few to sit within my portfolio right here on my website, however, if you want to browse through a few more of my designs, I…
September 17th, 2014

hashtag social media

Getting all my ducks in a row was one of the first things I did. Over the past few weeks I have been engaging socially with the world out there in the space of social media. What I find truly awesome about this world, is that I have conversed with people from the USA, Southern England and Asia without leaving my own front door, finding common interests despite often being…
September 2nd, 2014

freelance designer for hire

Well it’s been quite a while since I last wrote something profound on my blog, and I’m sorry to say today isn’t the day for profound statements either! Since we last spoke, I have been off gallivanting in the Southern Hemisphere for a few months seeing the sights, but still maintaining contact with my UK clients and picking up a few new ones along the way. Since returning home I…
May 15th, 2014

busy bee

What a busy few weeks it’s been! Last week I took on a brand new client (which is always exciting!) producing infographic content for their site. Since getting onboard with them, I have already produced 11 designs, with several more in the pipeline – so it’s keeping me busy and turning me into a bit of an infographic specialist! I do love a good infographic as they combine two (somewhat…