PENGUINPIG

You've guessed it PENGUINPIG is one of those super exciting projects that I had the most fun bringing to life earlier on in the year!! 

It is a story of a little girl who reads about the cute little character on the Internet and decides that she must go out and find one. Not telling her far-too-busy parents, she follows the instructions from the website and sets about in search of this delightful creature. But does the adorable PENGUINPIG turn out to be what she had hoped…?

The book is aimed at children aged between 5-7 years of age and sends out an important message to both children and their parents about safety on the Internet – an important topic with children as young as 3 now accessing the Internet on a daily basis.

It was last Wednesday PENGUINPIG fever hit Wrights of Louth at the official launch and I have to say the day could not have turned out any better. Stuart Spendlow (the author) and I had fab time seeing everyone's reaction the book and i've never drawn so many PENGUINPIGs in one day.

If you'd like to get you hands on a copy then get yourself over to the official website www.penguinpig.co.uk books are £6.99 each plus £1.00 for p+p

Or come and see us. I'll be doing a free children’s illustration workshop, at the following libraries:

Uttoxeter: Wednesday 20th August @ 2:00pm call 01889 256371 to book a space for you child on the workshop

Barton: Wednesday 20th August @ 10:30am call 01283 713753 to book a space for you child on the workshop

Burton: Tuesday 19th August @ 10:30am call 01283 239556

to book a space for you child on the workshop

Tamworth: Thursday 21st August Tamworth @ 10:00am call 01827475651 to book a space for you child on the workshop


Glascote: Thursday 21st August @ 2:00pm call 01827 475 235 to book a space for you child on the workshop

We'll be signing books (open to anyone – not just the workshop attendees) and will be available to chat with, ask questions of, or just pose for fun photos with!

We'd looooove to see you!!

TOP SECRET ...

Hellllllo there!!! I'm back ....Well I haven't actually been away, i've just been working on some super cool projects which will be revealing themselves later on in the year (I promise its exciting stuff!!) 

In the meanwhile heres something I promised to share with you an age ago:

The title of this blog is how it all started with an email headed "TOP SECRET" landing in my inbox  (As they often do!) this particular email then lead to a beautiful gift for a "Wife to be" (Laura) from her finance on the morning of there wedding ...these are some of pages that were put into a book called 'Our story so far...' Laura loved it and we thought it was a pretty ingenious way for groom to score some brownie points before there marriage even began!! 

If you've got a TOP SECRET idea for a project that needs bringing to life ...then don't wait around, get in touch 07870752480

Hello there...

 A massive Happy New Year to you all and a huge thank you for all your ongoing support!!! 2014 is already in full swing (Time flys when your having fun!) theirs lots of exciting things planned for the year ahead including a book i'm putting the finishing touches to as I write this - its another amazing book written by the two Andy's and Darrell from the Art of Being Brilliant, its called The Art of Being a Brilliant Teenager - i'm sure its going to be a huge hit!! Every teenager in the land should read - it's super cool and kinda life changing stuff. I'll keep you posted as this develops. Bespoke wedding stationery design orders are also coming in thick and fast right now - i'll be sharing these with you later in the year!!

Here's a few thing i've been working on in the last month for you to take a peak at...

The New Fat Studio asked me again to design there January calendar. As you can see old frosty the snowman found his way in!!! 

I've been designing lots of above two just recently - I like to call it sharing sparkle with precious memories. These made perfect bespoke christmas card and thank you designs.

And here's a logo design for I did for the lovely Bella who will be launching her new beauty from home venture in 2014.

Bye for now!!

If you've a got a small or BIG quirky project you'd like bringing to life - what are you waiting for? Give me a call on  07870752480

The websites are live!!!

I mentioned a while ago I'd been designing some pretty cool websites for primary schools and I promised when launched I'd share, so here we go....

This one was for Humberstone Junior Academy they asked for a classic story book feel.

Check it out here - its fully animated (...it's like magic!!)

 The next was for Beeston Rylands Junior School they asked for a design to fit around there nearby canal. 

You can have a peak at here

Its great fun working with Primarysite so it pleases me to say I'm currently working on more projects them which will be full animated by ME!!!

No News is Good News!!

It's been a while....In this case my deafening silence is defiantly the cause of good news. The last few months have been the busiest to date and what's even better than that I've been working on some of the most enjoyable and exciting projects. From websites for primary schools, bespoke wedding stationery design to super 'TOP SECRET' projects...I'll be sharing all shortly!!! Well...when the weddings have past, websites have gone live and when secrets are out of the bag.

 I hope you agree it was worth breaking the silence!

Have you got an exciting project? Tell me all mail@amybradley.co.uk

Only 100 in print....

Yes only 100 in print of what I call possibly the happiest book around...

'Small but perfectly formed stories that will change the world’ is, according to Andy Cope (author), ‘A bit of positivity psychology self-indulgence.’ He’s taken the principles of positive psychology and written them as a series of short stories, each I have had the most fun bringing to life. We have deliberately kept this as a limited edition print run, each one numbered and signed, allocated on a first-come-first-served basis. The books cost £15 (with free postage and packing to UK addresses). They are hard cover and full colour. The perfect gift for someone you love dearly. Please note, these books will not be appearing on Amazon. Want to be one of the one hundred proud owners get yours here and enjoy!!

New Stuff...

Its all been go go here! So this month I thought i'd tell you a little about all thats new at Amy Bradley Illustration & Design: With that in mind let me show you the highlights of my slightly new look website and cool new links...

I've added a touch of magic... 

A newspaper where you can read all my news making the headlines...

A page especially for you to check out all my latest books...

 You can now be one of the first to receive to free emails of news and illos from me..

 

Plus you can even make you're mark and leave me a note in my guestbook...

Pop over and visit the whole site - I promise it will make you smile!

And finally of course a new website means new designs, take a peak at the following:

I hear they might be in a shop near you soon 

#watchthisspace

Possibly the happiest book around...

Finally the day has come for me to tell you about the latest ibook called Small but perfectly formed stories that will change the WORLD its Andy Copes words (The founder of art of brilliance and author of Spy Dog) and of course my pics. I have been in my element illustrating this collection of simple, fun short stories that aim to amuse you and make you smile. But not only that, we hope that they make you stop and think! Go on, take a peak, it could really change your world and will definitely put that bounce back in your step!

Go Team Bradders!

My adorable little sister - Lucy (who also likes to take the name Bradders!) has made a commitment to run the 26.2miles of the London marathon on April 21st 2013. By doing so, Lucy who is a Sales Executive at Uttoxeter Racecourse is aiming to raise awareness and money for Racing Welfare. What is particularly amazing about this is, only 18 months ago when Lucy ran her first lap of Uttoxeter racecourse (just over 1 mile) was a huge achievement for her. Let me paint the scene for you, she was 2 stone heavier, out of shape and on passing the finishing line genuinely thought she was going to have a heart attack! What a difference time, determination and commitment can make! As when being faced with the opportunity to run a marathon just 13 months later, what did she say? YES of course! Lucy has promised to raise £2000 but Lucy being Lucy has set a goal of £5000! Therefore she has got her older sister (me) and best friend, Fin involved to help out with it. The three of us will be visiting racecourses across the country to participate in collecting money at different race days. The next one being this Saturday at Doncaster, so please look out for us when leaving through the gates and donate some of your winnings or you can make a donation here.

Sis you are an inspiration, wishing you every success in your challenge, I'll cheer you on all the way round and wait for you to cross the finishing line. Whatever unique ideas you come up with to raise the money, you can count me and Fin in!  

Say Hello to T.T.

At the end of last year I had the pleasure of working with the fantastic team at Parkhouse-Evans to bring the impish little character 'T.T' to life.

I had a fantastic time illustrating T.T. on his magical adventures

....over land and sea, 

in the castle of laughter and merriment...

and through the bewitched forest of trees with scary hands!

The book has been written by author Barbie Alice with the idea to expand young minds as well as to stimulate the imagination. I think its a perfect read for little hands everywhere. Its is currently published by Lulu and available on Amazon.

Have you got an idea for a story that you're dyeing to see in real life, get in touch, i'm here to help! 

BLUE Monday???

TODAY...apparently is blue Monday, meaning it is officially the most depressing day of 2013 (It is also my friend Leighton's Birthday! Poor thing!) I'm not going to let it get me down...Are you? Therefore the following is an attempt at putting a grin on your face!!!

First of all it is incredibly snowy outside, most of the country is under a fluffy, white blanket of snow. 

Which can only mean the country has gone to pot but lots of SNOWMEN are popping up in parks and gardens everywhere. Here's one the lovely people from The Refectory Table made for me, as I was lucky enough to be there 600th follower on twitter at the weekend. He certainly put a smile on my face!

Have you found me on twitter yet?

You might also want to cheer yourself up with a nice cup of tea and a read of today's Design Juices feature...you guessed it, its all about me! I was asked to talk about my work, education, influences and current work, if I've made you curious its a great opportunity to learn more. 

Did I put that smile back on your face?

Cool Rules 4 Teens

Hey there, I thought you might quite like a nosey at my first project of 2013...

I've had the pleasure working with the brilliant Andy Cope from The Art Of Brilliance to create these 'Cool Rules 4 Teens". Its a short 2min read, great for all young(ish) people and big adults might learn a thing or two also!

What to see more? Then check out the full version here! And feel free to follow the link and pass it on!

If you've got an idea for another Cool Rule let Andy know at andy@artofbrilliance.co.uk all the best ones will be illustrated and put together in VOL2!!! 

Have you got a project that needs bringing to life...drop me an email, I'd love to hear from you.

HaPPy HApPy New Year...

Firstly HAPPY NEW YEAR to all and THANK YOU to all of those who supported me in 2012.
 

In December I had the absolute pleasure of working with the new fat DESIGN TEAM, look at what we produced...

  

 

...this desktop calendar!!!

 

Why not beat the January blues and decorate your computer with it, download it here for free!

 

Already 2013 and is looking to be an extremely exciting one work has already started on new project's which I can't wait to share with you and of course I have lots of ambitions, ideas and plans for the year ahead...here's to the start of a GREAT ONE!  

Its time to start sending those xmas cards...

I've been working with Starphoto to produce these lovely personalised xmas cards

Call 01889 562 121 today to book your photo shoot !!!

Banks Mill Open Studios....

I'll be working away in Studio 3.5, on Nov 23rd and 24th, feel free to pop in and say HELLO!

Its starting to look a little like Christmas...

Here's a few of my latest...v.winter inspired!

I hear these are soon to be part of an ibook...

Here it is...

http://issuu.com/oakthorpe/docs/learning_habits_posters_set check out the link to see the Learning habits book the kids at Oakthorpe Primary illustrated... isn't fab!?

Oakthorpe Primary School...

On Monday I had a Brilliant time with the Brilliant pupils and staff at Oakthorpe Primary School. In the run up to half term the pupils were learning all about good learning habits and in doing so each class had their very own identity: Mega-Learning Monsters, Supersonic Superheros, Magic Monkeys and Epic Einsteins. It was my job as an Illustrator to work with each class to bring these identities alive and to explain the development process for the pupils to do themselfs. Check out these year3/4 starting points for there Supersonic Superheros....

Don't they look fab! I left the pupils developing there class identities/characters which will be used in their every own learning habits book...I can't wait to see the outcome!

If your school has a project in mind and would like my specialist input, please get in touch, I would love to hear from you!

A couple of my latest...

 

Check out these little cuties...

 

 

Run, Tamsin, Run!

 

 

Hey there...

The last few weeks have been very varied as I have started new projects and finished off others. I have been illustrating short stories, finishing off wedding stationery and even designing corporate business brochures! 

I've been meaning to upload these wedding stationery snaps for you to have a peek at for what feels like forever!

 

 (The above gorgeous photos from Jon Thorne Photography)

(The above lovely photos from Karieeni & Elizabeth Photography)

Sometimes a client asks me to do just the small things (Above!) other times its all the wedding stationery and anything else they require.

Recently as I mentioned I've been working on some short stories have a nosey at some of my latest fave illustrations...

I am also very excited to now have an AOI portfolio check it out @ http://www.aoiportfolios.com/artist/amybradley its great to see my work sitting next to other works of illustrators.