/ il.luːˈkeːs.ke.re/
‘to begin to dawn’
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Em Swift (they/them)
I am a multidisciplinary illustrator working in a wide range of styles and media. My work is inspired by a love of folklore, mythology and ancient history, and I often incorporate these into my illustrations. For the most part I use watercolour and coloured pencils, as well as digital brushes, to create textured drawings and paintings of wizards, wolves and other whimsical beasts.
I’m currently interested in publishing and editorial work, creating book cover designs, full illustrations and spot pieces. In the future, I hope that I can develop my skills in a wider range of media, particularly metalworking, needlework and fibre arts.
I’m based in Sheffield, UK, right on the edge of the Peak District; this is the place I grew up in and it continues to inspire me to this day!