Interviews with Artists

A collection of interviews with artists and illustrators to draw inspiration from. We hope there’s something here that strikes a chord and propels you back to your work space with an idea or two.

Blog
6 min read
23rd November 2011
Edited
8th December 2020

Are you an illustrator who writes, or a writer who draws?

Very much the latter. The words always come first and I find it easier to...

Blog
7 min read
23rd November 2011
Edited
8th December 2020

How would you describe your work?

It’s always referred to as childlike or naïve, which I don’t mind. I’m known for drawing with felt-tip...

Blog
5 min read
23rd November 2011
Edited
8th December 2020

What’s your working routine?

I cycle from Hampstead Heath to my studio in Windmill Street, arriving nicely pumped up to start attacking...

Blog
6 min read
23rd November 2011
Edited
8th December 2020

Who is Waldo Pancake?

I was cursed with the most common name in the world. It’s the name banks use on chequebooks in their posters. So...

Blog
6 min read
23rd November 2011
Edited
8th December 2020

Where can we see your work featured?

I illustrate the My Week column every week for Country Life – it’s a job I adore. The Art Group...