Joy Miessi transforms personal experiences into visual memorabilia through mixed media work. Both an illustrator and painter, Joy’s work reveals a varying range of themes, from past moments and conversations to intimate thoughts. In this article from Varoom 39, Aisha Ayoade talks to Joy about the concept of nostalgia and how the past is made present in their work.

What makes a successful portfolio? Quality work is often the answer, but we tend to undermine presentation in this equation. In Part 2 of Driving Business, we interview Nikki Groom and Josh McKenna about how they manage their online presence and shops, and how they help to drive their success.

Dani is an illustrator based in New York. She graduated with a BFA in Communication Design from Washington University in St. Louis and is pursuing her MFA degree in Illustration..

No matter if you are a newbie or a seasoned pro, a portfolio is essential to showcase the best of your work (and yourself) to potential clients. In order to do that, you will need a website that stands out. In this new article, we ask Illustrators Sam Taylor and Claudine O’Sullivan for their insights and tips on what makes a successful online portfolio.

AOI Members can submit their work for the next Members’ exhibition at Hoxton Arches!

Find out more about Astrid’s award-winning site specific illustration project!

About you My name is Ben Tallon. I’ve been working full time, freelancing in the creative industries for 10 years, primarily as an illustrator. Alongside this I art direct, write..

We chat to illustrator and member Niki Groom about her work, her approach to negotiating with clients and the strategies she sets for a successful illustration career.

Pictoplasma Festival is back in Berlin for its 15th anniversary edition, bringing artists from all over the world to celebrate all things Character and get inspired! We interview Founders Lars Denicke and Peter Thaler about the festival, and what we can expect from it.

Lizzy Stewart is an illustrator and children’s book author living in South London, most known for her books ‘There’s a Tiger in the Garden’, ‘Juniper Jupiter’ and ‘The Way to Treasure Island’. In this interview, Lizzie talks about her business, having an Agent and the importance of securing royalties.