I'm a recent illustration graduate with a passion for community and handmade craft! I love working with other people, especially creatively and have previously set up community collabs and art stalls at university.…

Ellie Chaffey

I'm a recent illustration graduate with a passion for community and handmade craft! I love working with other people, especially creatively and have previously set up community collabs and art stalls at university.…

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I’m a recent illustration graduate with a passion for community and handmade craft! I love working with other people, especially creatively and have previously set up community collabs and art stalls at university.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Freelance Illustration at Self-Employed
June 1, 2022 - Present
Illustrator working on market work and managing an online shop, focusing on organization, networking, communication, and design.
Volunteer position, Workshop Leadership at The Wilson Art Gallery & Museum, Cheltenham
September 1, 2023 - Present
Leading workshops as a volunteer, emphasizing communication, research, and leadership skills.
Artist Shadow (Gemma Hastilow) at Winchcombe
December 1, 2023 - July 11, 2025
Assistant during University placement focusing on research, networking, collaboration, and design.
Leader, University Work at University Open Day, Cheltenham
August 31, 2023 - July 11, 2025
Led university work including communication, leadership, and collaboration activities.
Factory Worker at Lush Manufacturing, Poole
June 1, 2018 - Present
Worked in factory environment with strong collaboration, communication, and time management skills.

Education

BA (Hons) at University of Gloucestershire
January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2025
A-Level at Parkstone Grammar School
January 1, 2019 - June 1, 2021
GCSE at Parkstone Grammar School
January 1, 2013 - June 1, 2019

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Manufacturing, Other, Non-Profit Organization
    paper Lovers of Valdaro

    designed for the Window To Worlds 2024 zine, Lovers of Valdero explores the theme of time and change. Despite the overgrowth and shrubs that surround, the lovers are still entwined together for eternity- a true testament to their love.

    paper Imagined Borders

    A contained printmaking project that interprets the theme “imagined borders” through the representation of Joan of Arc, culminating in a 4 colour screen print edition.