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Martin in a few words
Martin is a printmaker and freelance illustrator specialising in lino and RISO prints. Martin also uses pen, ink, alcohol inks and watercolour alongside his Wacom drawing tablet.
Martin studied illustration and graduated with First Class Honours from the University of Huddersfield.
Martin takes inspiration from nature and sci-fi in his work, which you will see examples of in the site gallery.
Martin works between from his studio, based in Pontefract, West Yorkshire. His work has been displayed and sold publicly. Martin has has solo exhibitions in galleries across Yorkshire, UK.
Martin is open to bespoke commissions of all types but has a keen interest in book illustration, editorial and packaging design.
Experience
- Martin Rose IllustrationFreelance IllustratorAugust 2017 - Today (7 years and 10 months)West Yorkshire, UK
- Brighouse high schoolInclusion Support CoordinatorOctober 2007 - May 2016 (8 years and 7 months)Brighouse, UK
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Jim Elkin and 1 other person have recommended Martin
12/01/2023
I recently purchased Martin's art work for my office space. I chose Martin as his products are unique, eye catching and finished to a high quality. Martin is professional and friendly and his products were promptly delivered, great value and to a high standard.
12/01/2023
I volunteered to work with Martin on a charity mission he was organising. I helped to pack colouring books, which he had drawn for children in Ukraine, to help them with their anxiety issues brought about by the war.
I found him to be methodical and well organised. His instruction to me was clear and precise. The books were all dispatched, as intended. I enjoyed working with Martin and found him professional and articulate.
I found him to be methodical and well organised. His instruction to me was clear and precise. The books were all dispatched, as intended. I enjoyed working with Martin and found him professional and articulate.
Education
- Art & Design Diploma, Art/Art Studies, GeneralCalderdale College2017Art & Design Diploma, Art/Art Studies, General
- Bachelor of ArtsThe University of Huddersfield2021Bachelor of Arts - BA, Illustration
- A Level, English Language and Literature, General, Media Studies, Sociology.The Cornwall College Group2001A Level, English Language and Literature, General, Media Studies, Sociology.
Certifications
- Illustration BA (Hons) - FIRST class honours achieved.University of Huddersfield2021
- Watercolour with Japanese Influence (Taught by Flor Kaneshiro)Domestika.org2022