I’m a freelance illustrator and textile print designer specialising in original artwork for fashion, interiors, and creative brands. I have a broad and versatile design range and work comfortably across different styles and briefs, from bold, graphic prints to softer, more intricate illustrations. Alongside design, I am highly skilled in editing and retouching, ensuring artwork is refined, polished, and production ready.

Rachel Tame

I’m a freelance illustrator and textile print designer specialising in original artwork for fashion, interiors, and creative brands. I have a broad and versatile design range and work comfortably across different styles and briefs, from bold, graphic prints to softer, more intricate illustrations. Alongside design, I am highly skilled in editing and retouching, ensuring artwork is refined, polished, and production ready.

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I’m a freelance illustrator and textile print designer specialising in original artwork for fashion, interiors, and creative brands. I have a broad and versatile design range and work comfortably across different styles and briefs, from bold, graphic prints to softer, more intricate illustrations. Alongside design, I am highly skilled in editing and retouching, ensuring artwork is refined, polished, and production ready.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Outfit Artist & Sales/Marketing Executive at Anthropics Technology Ltd
August 1, 2021 - Present
Elevate visual appeal of model photographs through professional retouching and editing. Process fashion images with AI technology to enable virtual try-on. Manage user testing to obtain actionable feedback and help refine the product. Promote and liaise with fashion companies to showcase the product at trade shows in the UK and abroad. Conduct outreach to designers and companies. Organize social media calendars and create engaging social content. Author blog posts to amplify brand messaging.
Business Owner & Artist at Tame Arts
April 20, 2020 - Present
Paint upcycled slate artworks and craft artistic products for Etsy sales and bespoke commissions. Develop digital illustrations for print sales. Communicate with customers to fulfill requests. Maintain sustainable packaging, handle pricing and dispatch items, and manage shop promotions and social media. Deliver commissioned artwork for local art trail initiatives.
Art Teacher at Alzheimer's Scotland
June 1, 2022 - March 1, 2023
Organized and led engaging art classes for people with dementia, tailoring sessions to various stages of dementia and providing supportive, inclusive lessons.
Artificial Intelligence Technician (Technical Assistant)
March 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Supported clients with AI-driven solutions, assessing client needs to design tailored AI strategies and optimize workflow efficiency. Executed advanced image retouching with consistent high-quality standards. Collaborated with IT specialists to integrate AI capabilities into existing systems, aiming for seamless functionality. Stayed updated on emerging AI trends and technologies to apply relevant insights to client projects.
Art Facilitator (Self-employed)
March 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Self-employed art facilitator, delivering creative workshops and commissions while coordinating projects with clients. Delivered commissioned artwork and liaised with customers to fulfill requests.
Founder & Artist at Tame Arts
April 1, 2020 - Present
Paint upcycled slate artworks and craft digital illustrations for Etsy sales and bespoke commissions. Develop digital illustrations using software like Photoshop for print sales. Conduct research to ideate and compose artwork. Liaise with customers to process and fulfill requests. Employ sustainable packaging, handle pricing and dispatch, and manage shop promotion and social media. Deliver commissioned artwork for local art trails.
Volunteer Art Facilitator at Art Box London
April 1, 2020 - Present
Support artists with autism and learning disabilities in group studio sessions; assist lead facilitators in planning inclusive workshops; provide calm, one-to-one support to participants; help maintain a welcoming, safe studio environment; assist in preparation and installation of artworks for exhibitions; collaborate with a diverse team of artists and facilitators; adapt communication to individual needs.
AI Technical Assistant at Artificial Intelligence Technology Ltd
August 1, 2018 - January 31, 2019
Support clients with AI-driven solutions, optimize operational effectiveness, and aid decision-making. Evaluate client needs to design tailored AI strategies and oversee advanced image retouching and AI-powered enhancements. Collaborate with IT specialists to integrate AI capabilities into existing systems.

Education

HNC Fashion and Textiles at North East College
September 1, 2016 - May 1, 2017
BA Fashion and Textiles (First Class Honours) at Robert Gordon University
September 1, 2017 - July 1, 2021
BA Fashion and Textiles (First Class Honours) at Robert Gordon University
September 1, 2017 - July 31, 2021
Higher National Certificate (HNC) Fashion and Textiles at North East College
September 1, 2016 - May 31, 2017

Qualifications

National Heritage Award – Textile Designer
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026
National Heritage Award – Textile Designer
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Education, Manufacturing, Software & Internet