Online Presence - Development
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Website Progress.
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Personal identity - Logo development.
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Contacting professionals via email.
Logo - Development
My original logo design from last year was always just intended as a starting point and I knew that I wanted to develop it… I needed to begin re-evaluating the design. - I still really like the concept of my name within the circle and how the flow and shape of the letters - I don't like that spelling of my name anymore - too childlike? and I don't think it’s very clear to pronounce! - Still like the Kay part rather than Kilmartin. - I was always called sophie K at school to differentiate me from the 5 other Sophies in the class & so it’s a play on that really. I think it flows well and is much more memorable!
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Updated Logo design. I chose to feature a floral theme within the design since nature has become an important part of my practice. Overall I am quite happy with the design. I think that visually, it represents my work well. - it shows the relationship that I create between delicate florals and bold line. It could be considered that perhaps the design is too over complex for a logo? and that a simpler design may be more usable. This is something that I will get further feedback on and re evaluate.
• Choosing a layout. From researching other artists work, I knew that I wanted to use a simple gird design which I personally think is one of the most affective layouts. It allows clients to instantly see an overview of your work - which means theres more chance of grabbing their attention than with a single image perhaps.
• Originally I had all my illustrations in a consistent size - but I really like this collage layout. I prefer the way it plays around with scale. It makes the page display more interesting.
• My website aims to showcase my portfolio of work in a format that is simple and easy to navigate. I don’t currently feel that I have a large collection of images - but I think it’s better to be selective rather than just putting images on to fill the page. I want to put my best work forward. The featured logo design on the home page is positioned as so to be rememberable and eye-catching for visitors.
• Join the mailing list - I have created a little Lino cut envelope symbol to add a personal touch to the page.
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After creating my website, I considered how people will see my identity? How will people contact me etc - Realised I need have a consistent identity across the board to make it clear to clients who I am and how to get in touch. Got a website Domain name for ‘sophiekayyillustration.c o.uk decided to create a new email with my new name for eďŹƒciency. Now I need to start building contacts and remember to keep up to date with this email!
Confirmation that my website is up and running. Despite shying away from this for a while, it feels good to have it live!
Hello Andrea!
I’m Sophie Kilmartin, a soon to be graduate from Leeds arts university. My practice is primarily driven by a love of Lino cut and print making, in which I enjoy creating a bold, graphic and detailed imagery. I explore visual metaphors, stories telling, and pretty patterns, taking much of my inspiration from spooky narratives, mythology and the natural world.
After creating my website - to a standard which I am reasonably happy with, I now feel more confident in emailing other practitioners who's work I am inspired by. I have a portfolio of work which I can direct them to!
Andrea Lauren Hello Andrea! I’m Sophie Kilmartin, a soon to be graduate from Leeds arts university. My practice is primarily driven by a love of Lino cut and print making, in which I enjoy creating a bold, graphic and detailed imagery. I explore visual metaphors, stories telling, and pretty patterns, taking much of my inspiration from spooky narratives, mythology and the natural world. I’ve got in touch because I would love to have a conversation with you about your practice. I absolutely adore your prints and am eager to get some first hand knowledge as to what it’s like to work as a printmaker in the industry. I would also love to learn more about your printing process and the methods you use to achieve such beautiful work. Lino printing is a the heart of my practice, but i’ve still got so much more to learn! Discussing the wonders of print with a professional whom admire so dearly would be an amazing opportunity. I hope to hear back from you. In the meantime feel free to check out my portfolio on the website below. sophiekilmartinillustration.co.uk Thank you for taking the time to read this.
Best wishes,
Sophie Kilmartin
Angela Harding Hello Angela! I’m Sophie Kilmartin, a soon to be graduate from Leeds arts university. My practice is primarily driven by a love of Lino cut and print making, in which I enjoy creating a bold, graphic and detailed imagery. I explore visual metaphors, stories telling, and pretty patterns, taking much of my inspiration from spooky narratives, mythology and the natural world. I’ve got in touch because I would love to have a conversation with you about your practice. I absolutely adore your prints and am eager to get some first hand knowledge as to what it’s like to work as a printmaker in the industry. I would also love to learn more about your printing process and the methods you use to achieve such beautiful work. Lino printing is a the heart of my practice, but i’ve still got so much more to learn! Discussing the wonders of print with a professional whom admire so dearly would be an amazing opportunity. I hope to hear back from you. In the meantime feel free to check out my portfolio on the website below. sophiekilmartinillustration.co.uk
Thank you for taking the time to read this.
Best wishes,
Sophie Kilmartin
Nick Morley Hello Nick! I’m Sophie Kilmartin, a soon to be graduate from Leeds arts university. My practice is primarily driven by a love of Lino cut and print making, in which I enjoy creating a bold, graphic and detailed imagery. I explore visual metaphors, stories telling, and pretty patterns, taking much of my inspiration from spooky narratives, mythology and the natural world. I’ve got in touch because I would love to have a conversation with you about your practice. I absolutely adore your prints and am eager to get some first hand knowledge as to what it’s like to work as a printmaker in the industry. I would also love to learn more about your printing process and the methods you use to achieve such beautiful work. Lino printing is a the heart of my practice, but i’ve still got so much more to learn! Discussing the wonders of print with a professional whom admire so dearly would be an amazing opportunity. I hope to hear back from you. In the meantime feel free to check out my portfolio on the website below. sophiekilmartinillustration.co.uk Thank you for taking the time to read this.
Best wishes,
Sophie Kilmartin
Other Illustrators / Printmakers who I have contacted. • Anne Wilson
• Mike Schultz
• Scott Minzy
• Graficamazatl
• Erin Stead
• Mark Hearald
• John Fellows
Hello Andrea, I’m Sophie Kilmartin, a soon to be graduate from Leeds arts university. My practice is primarily driven by a love of Lino cut and print making, in which I enjoy creating a bold, graphic and detailed imagery. I explore visual metaphors, stories telling, and pretty patterns, taking much of my inspiration from spooky narratives, mythology and the natural world. I’ve got in touch because I would love to have a conversation with you about your practice. I absolutely adore your prints and am eager to get some first hand knowledge as to what it’s like to work as a printmaker in the industry. I would also love to learn more about your printing process and the methods you use to achieve such beautiful work. Lino printing is a the heart of my practice, but i’ve still got so much more to learn! Discussing the wonders of print with a professional whom admire so dearly would be an amazing opportunity. I hope to hear back from you. In the meantime feel free to check out my portfolio on the website below. sophiekilmartinillustration.co.uk Thank you for taking the time to read this. Best wishes, Sophie Kilmartin