Wendy Plovmand

Wendy Plovmand is part of Central Illustration agency. She's a practising illustrator who produces highly detailed work with a lot of pattern and portraits. Her work is beautiful and I find her an interesting artist to look at for extended practice inspiration. She's done makeup packaging design and it's so nice/ encouraging to see because its similar to what I could see myself doing. Her response to my email is below. 

Hi Abby,

Thank you for your email and interest in my work. Also apologize for not being able to get back to you sooner.

I will recommend you to simply do what you love and keep experimenting, stay curious and unique - don't flow trends but make sure to experience in life all things that inspires you.

And go out there - knock on doors, call, email, network and show your work to possible clients, people, friends…

There is no need to be nervous - If you love what you do - you a likely to be really good at it . )

I wish you all good luck with your passion and work!

Best regards,

Wendy

Yet more advice to bother anyone and everyone I can! I've got a lot to do before and after I leave! Being unique seems to be another common thing I've been hearing - I'm always striving to projects that are 'me' so I'm not too worried about that. I will always try and do what I love.