I'm a UK-based illustrator specialising in hyper-realistic, emotionally resonant artwork. With a strong foundation in anatomy, lighting, and colour theory, l create detailed portraits, immersive environments, and concept-driven illustrations using both Procreate and traditional media. My experience spans mural commissions, climate activism campaigns, and collaborative set design. I'm passionate about visual storytelling and committed to delivering high-quality, deadline-driven work that connects with audiences on a deeper level.

Chloe Crimmins

I'm a UK-based illustrator specialising in hyper-realistic, emotionally resonant artwork. With a strong foundation in anatomy, lighting, and colour theory, l create detailed portraits, immersive environments, and concept-driven illustrations using both Procreate and traditional media. My experience spans mural commissions, climate activism campaigns, and collaborative set design. I'm passionate about visual storytelling and committed to delivering high-quality, deadline-driven work that connects with audiences on a deeper level.

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I’m a UK-based illustrator specialising in hyper-realistic, emotionally resonant artwork. With a strong foundation in anatomy, lighting, and colour theory, l create detailed portraits, immersive environments, and concept-driven illustrations using both Procreate and traditional media. My experience spans mural commissions, climate activism campaigns, and collaborative set design.
I’m passionate about visual storytelling and committed to delivering high-quality, deadline-driven work that connects with audiences on a deeper level.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Illustrator at Cardiff Council
December 31, 2023 - July 17, 2025
Designed and executed a public mural on an electrical box in Cardiff Bay. Demonstrated planning, public artwork execution and collaboration with local authorities throughout the project.
Illustrator at Music Declares Emergency at Immersed Festival
December 31, 2022 - July 17, 2025
Designed protest flags and tattoo art promoting climate action.
Illustrator at Welsh National Opera
December 31, 2024 - July 17, 2025
Collaborated illustrating visual concepts for stage set design.
Art Club Founder at St Martin’s Comprehensive (Sixth Form)
December 31, 2020 - July 17, 2025
Led an after-school art club for secondary students. Planned creative sessions and taught core illustration techniques.
Illustrator at Freelance / Various Clients
January 1, 2022 - Present
Designed and executed hyper-realistic illustrations using advanced color theory and dramatic lighting to convey emotional depth. Demonstrated strong ability in traditional and digital media, with proven expertise in anatomy, lighting, and visual storytelling. Delivered murals, children’s books, and award submissions consistently surpassing expectations. Key projects include designing a public mural for Cardiff Council, illustrating protest flags and tattoo art for Music Declares Emergency, and collaborating with Welsh National Opera on visual concepts for stage set design.
Work placement Artist at Cardiff Council
December 31, 2023 - July 21, 2025
Designed and executed a public mural on an electrical box in Cardiff Bay. Demonstrated planning, public artwork execution, and collaboration with local authorities throughout the project.
Illustrator at Music Declares Emergency / Immersed Festival
December 31, 2022 - July 21, 2025
Designed protest flags and tattoo art promoting climate action.
Illustrator Collaborator at Welsh National Opera
December 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025
Illustrated visual concepts for stage set design as part of a collaboration.
Art Club Founder at St Martin’s Comprehensive (Sixth Form)
December 31, 2020 - July 21, 2025
Led an after-school art club for secondary students. Planned creative sessions and taught core illustration techniques.
Illustrator (Freelance) at Cardiff Council
December 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025
Designed and executed a public mural on an electrical box in Cardiff Bay, demonstrating planning, public artwork execution, and collaboration with local authorities throughout the project. Additionally illustrated protest flags and tattoo art for Music Declares Emergency at Immersed Festival (2022) promoting climate action, and collaborated with Welsh National Opera (2024) illustrating visual concepts for stage set design.
Art Club Founder at St Martin’s Comprehensive School (Sixth Form)
December 31, 2020 - July 21, 2025
Led an after-school art club for secondary students, planning creative sessions and teaching core illustration techniques.
Illustrator (Freelance/Projects) at Welsh National Opera
December 31, 2024 - July 21, 2025
Illustrated visual concepts for stage set design (2024). Delivered highly detailed images and collaborated with creative teams to develop stage visualization.
Illustrator at Music Declares Emergency at Immersed Festival
December 31, 2022 - July 21, 2025
Designed protest flags and tattoo art promoting climate action (2022). Created visually impactful artwork aligned with social causes.
Work Placement Artist at Cardiff Council
December 31, 2023 - July 21, 2025
Designed and executed a public mural on an electrical box in Cardiff Bay (2023). Managed project planning, collaborated with local authorities, and delivered public artwork.

Education

Bachelor of Arts at University of South Wales
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Diploma at Coleg y Cymoedd Nantgarw
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
A Levels at St Martins School
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
GCSEs at St Martin’s Comprehensive School
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at University of South Wales
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Diploma in Foundation Studies Art & Design at Coleg Y Cymoedd Nantgarw
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
A Levels at St Martins School
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
GCSEs at St Martin’s Comprehensive School
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at University of South Wales
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Diploma in Foundation Studies at Coleg y Cymoedd Nantgarw
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
A Levels at St Martins School
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
GCSEs at St Martin’s Comprehensive School
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018
Bachelor of Arts at University of South Wales
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2024
Diploma in Foundation Studies at Coleg y Cymoedd Nantgarw
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
A Levels at St Martins School
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2020
GCSEs at St Martin's Comprehensive School
January 1, 2013 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

BA (Hons) Illustration University of South Wales, 2024 Graduated with Upper Second Class Honours
September 21, 2021 - June 9, 2024

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Government, Other, Consumer Goods
    uniE621 ‘You’ll float too’ digital illustration
    ‘IT’ horror inspired digital illustration created in Procreate with a focus on dramatic lighting, atmospheric colour and emotional intensity. horror illustrator
    uniE621 Family portrait commission
    Family portrait commission using graphite pencil illustrator commission artwork
    uniE621 Work in progress - pet portrait
    Work in progress - realistic royal dog portrait commission using procreate. petportrait illustrator
    uniE621 ‘Strings of self perception, trapped in reflection; the marionette of the mind’
    Exploring Batsford Prize 2024 theme ‘gravity’, illustrated here is my submission which focuses on the mental body dysmorphia. The theme ‘Gravity’ serves as a backbone to this project: this gravitational distortion can feel as though one’s thoughts are controlled by their obsession with their appearance, similar to how a puppet is controlled by strings, which is the metaphor here. realism digitalart illustration
    uniE621 Polar Bear Mural
    Mural painting designed for Cardiff Council - transforming mundane electrical boxes to bring a smile to the public. acrylicpaint muralartist
    uniE621 Carmalite Prize illustration for ‘Where The Sky Meets The Sea’
    Illustrated for the Carmalite Prize, here a page entry of my interpretation of the children’s book ‘Where The Sky Meets The Sea’. This illustration is a combination of traditional mediums for the otter and digital mediums to create the atmospheric background. illustrator childrensbookillustration freelance
    uniE621 Creative Conscience Awards
    Created a hand-drawn illustration series showing marine animals entangled in plastic by human hands, highlighting the impact of littering on ocean life. The project used realism and symbolism to provoke empathy and raise awareness of environmental harm. illustrator realism traditionalillustrations digitalillustrations