I am an upcoming graduate in the field of Fine Art at Nottingham Trent University. I have hand-painted illustrations and designs for author T. M. Lunn’s thriller novels. I also create both realistic and stylised painting and drawing commissions, tailored to individual requests. My most popular commission work focuses on pets and animals, followed by portraits of loved ones…

Josie Galvin

I am an upcoming graduate in the field of Fine Art at Nottingham Trent University. I have hand-painted illustrations and designs for author T. M. Lunn’s thriller novels. I also create both realistic and stylised painting and drawing commissions, tailored to individual requests. My most popular commission work focuses on pets and animals, followed by portraits of loved ones…

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I am an upcoming graduate in the field of Fine Art at Nottingham Trent University. I have hand-painted illustrations and designs for author T. M. Lunn’s thriller novels. I also create both realistic and stylised painting and drawing commissions, tailored to individual requests. My most popular commission work focuses on pets and animals, followed by portraits of loved ones

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Skills

Experience Level

Illustration
Expert
Adobe Illustrator
Expert
Adobe Photoshop
Expert
Adobe InDesign
Expert
Adobe Premiere Pro
Expert
Adobe After Effects
Intermediate
Editorial Illustration
Intermediate
Wix
Intermediate
Web Design
Intermediate
Poster
Intermediate
Photo
Intermediate
Microsoft Excel
Intermediate
Magazine
Intermediate
Flyer
Intermediate
Canva
Intermediate
Branding
Intermediate
Book Illustration
Intermediate
Final Cut Pro X
Intermediate
3D Animation
Intermediate
3D Design
Intermediate
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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Book Cover Designer & Illustrator at TM Lunn (Author)
May 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025
Drafted book cover illustrations for 'Skin Deep' and 'All I Can Remember Now'; produced multiple drafts aligned with short stories; studied text to capture concepts and collaborated with the author to finalize artwork.
Sales Assistant at Flannels
June 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Upsold and promoted products, provided customer service, merchandising, and till operation with attention to detail.
Sales Assistant at House Of Fraser
September 1, 2023 - May 31, 2025
Selected product ranges for primary displays, arranged windows and entrances, stocked mannequins, served customers, conducted stock takes, and curated seasonal displays.
Bar and Restaurant Server at Rose and Crown Everard’s Public House Thurnby
November 1, 2020 - December 31, 2021
Waited tables, took orders, served customers, and performed opening/closing duties.
Gymnastics Coach at OLGC Club Oadby
September 1, 2019 - March 31, 2020
Supported and assisted children with gymnastics skills; assessed and provided feedback; ensured health and safety measures.
Retail Assistant at The Co-operative Kibworth
September 1, 2022 - March 31, 2023
Served customers, re-stocked items, opened the store for opening duties.

Education

BA Fine Art at Nottingham Trent University
January 11, 2030 - April 2, 2026
A-Levels at Beauchamp College
September 1, 2020 - July 1, 2022

Qualifications

Six-week Creative Screenwriting Course
February 1, 2021 - March 31, 2021
Digital Marketing Academy Qualification
November 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet
    paper Book cover and illustrations

    I was given a brief of some ideas the author had to create the cover of her novel , along with having access to the writing itself , to fully understand the main concepts and how to present them visually. I produced a variety of painted illustrations in which the author could decide which one resonated with her story best. I also consistently kept her updated in the process ensuring her wishes were fulfilled with style, composition and tonal aspects.