I have recently graduated with a first class degree in Illustration and have been selected as Graduate in Residence for the year 2026/2027. Through out my degree I completed several projects, from illustrating silent books, children’s books and making traditional animations. I work primarily in traditional mediums including watercolour, acrylic, oil and ink. I have experience using softwares such as Photoshop, Indesign and Premiere Pro which I often use to digitalise and refine my work. You can view my work here at : elizabethgwynne.co.uk…

Elizabeth Gwynne

I have recently graduated with a first class degree in Illustration and have been selected as Graduate in Residence for the year 2026/2027. Through out my degree I completed several projects, from illustrating silent books, children’s books and making traditional animations. I work primarily in traditional mediums including watercolour, acrylic, oil and ink. I have experience using softwares such as Photoshop, Indesign and Premiere Pro which I often use to digitalise and refine my work. You can view my work here at : elizabethgwynne.co.uk…

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I have recently graduated with a first class degree in Illustration and have been selected as Graduate in Residence for the year 2026/2027. Through out my degree I completed several projects, from illustrating silent books, children’s books and making traditional animations. I work primarily in traditional mediums including watercolour, acrylic, oil and ink. I have experience using softwares such as Photoshop, Indesign and Premiere Pro which I often use to digitalise and refine my work. You can view my work here at : elizabethgwynne.co.uk

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Work Experience

Trainee Accountant at PriceWaterhouse Coppers
August 9, 2021 - August 9, 2022
Supported finance teams with bookkeeping, month-end reconciliations, and payment runs. Worked with multiple clients, ensuring accuracy and meeting strict deadlines Developed strong organisational, time-management, and professional communication skills. Gained experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Managed administrative tasks and maintained organised financial records. Used Microsoft Excel and other business systems to process and update information.
Selling Handmade Bags at Self Employed
March 12, 2017 - April 27, 2019
Designed and produced handmade bags for sale at craft fairs across Northern Ireland Managed pricing, budgeting, and public liability insurance Sold directly to customers, developing strong communication and sales skills Gained insight into small business operations, retail, and customer engagement Managed stock and finances, developing excellent organisational and time management skills.

Education

BA (Hons) Illustration (with Foundation Year) - First Class Honours at Ulster University
September 1, 2022 - May 30, 2026
Produced illustration and animation projects responding to social and environmental themes. Strong experience with traditional media (acrylic, watercolour, ink) and digital finishing. Developed professional presentation skills through critiques and exhibitions. Experience following briefs and working towards deadlines. Completed projects demonstrating concept development, research, and visual storytelling.

Qualifications

A-Levels
September 1, 2019 - May 30, 2021
Mathematics, Computer Science and Art A-Level (AAA)
BA (Hons) Illustration (with Foundation Year) - First Class Honours
September 1, 2022 - May 30, 2026
Produced illustration and animation projects responding to social and environmental themes. Strong experience with traditional media (acrylic, watercolour, ink) and digital finishing. Developed professional presentation skills through critiques and exhibitions. Experience following briefs and working towards deadlines. Completed projects demonstrating concept development, research, and visual storytelling.

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Retail, Education, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality
    Celebrating 10 Years of Secret 7" - D&AD New Blood Pencil Winner.
    This short animation showcases a selection of memorable artists who have taken part in the Secret 7" project over the years. It briefly tells the story of the past nine years of Secret 7", illustrating how artists come together, from the creation of the vinyl records, to the painting of the sleeves, and finally celebrating the project’s continued support of War Child. It is a traditional hand drawn frame by frame animation which consists of around 400 individual watercolour paintings.…