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Matisse Howells

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With a background in modelmaking, illustration, character design, graphic design and more, I proudly call myself an illustrative maker: someone who cannot only come up with concepts and stories but also bring them to…

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With a background in modelmaking, illustration, character design, graphic design and more, I proudly call myself an illustrative maker: someone who cannot only come up with concepts and stories but also bring them to life with physical craft!

At the heart of my work is a desire to help people and connect with audiences emotionally. I often explore real world topics through lighthearted, character-driven design, using humour and charm to engage and inform audiences of all ages. My recently obtained degree in modelmaking and my prop maker role at Aardman help me materialise practical solutions that are also imaginative, fun loving and bring a smile to people’s faces.

  • 4 years' experience
  • Joined May 2026

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Manufacturing
  • Education
  • Professional Services

Work experience· 7 roles

Prop Maker / Set Dresser Trainee · Aardman AnimationsNov 2025 – Present · 1 yr 1 mo

Trainee role contributing to prop making and set dressing across multiple units; worked closely with animation and lighting teams; ongoing freelance trajectory.

Prop Maker / Set Dresser Intern · Aardman AnimationsSep 2025 – Sep 2025 · 1 mo

Two-week internship in the art department on an upcoming Shaun the Sheep feature; contributed to prop creation, set dressing, and cross-unit collaboration.

Model Maker / Stylist · FreelanceJul 2025 – Oct 2025 · 4 mos

Produce high-quality models for clients with rapid turnaround; moulding, casting, spraying and finishing; prop styling for advert shoots and workshop scenes.

Model Maker · Buglife (external client)Oct 2024 – Feb 2025 · 5 mos
Model Maker · Self-employed / FreelanceMar 2024 – Mar 2024 · 1 mo
Illustrator · The Bank of Dreams and Nightmares + The Story WorksJan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos
Illustrator · FreelanceJan 2022 – Dec 2023 · 2 yrs

Education

BA (Hons) Modelmaking · Arts University Bournemouth2020 – 2022
Storyboarding Foundations Course · Aardman Academy2030 – 2026
A Levels · Harrogate Grammar School2030 – 2026

Certifications and awards

First Class Honours, BA (Hons) Modelmaking2020 – 2022
Aardman Academy Storyboarding Foundations Course2030 – 2026
A Level Graphics Subject Award2022

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