I am an innovative freelance artist with experience across a broad range of creative fields including traditional and digital art. I have extensive knowledge of Adobe Suite software, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator, and proficiency in mediums such as acrylic, gouache, watercolors, pastels, digital art, 3D character design, and modeling. My skills also include sculpting with air dry clay and papier-mâché, as well as sewing, embroidering, cross-stitch, crochet, and knitting. I currently work as a Display Artist where I create unique in-store displays and props, blending my artistic skills to showcase products creatively. I have exhibited at multiple art stalls and galleries, and work freelance commissions ranging from album art to YouTube banners. My role often involves managing deadlines efficiently while maintaining high-quality work and strong client communication.

Anastasia May Roberts

I am an innovative freelance artist with experience across a broad range of creative fields including traditional and digital art. I have extensive knowledge of Adobe Suite software, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator, and proficiency in mediums such as acrylic, gouache, watercolors, pastels, digital art, 3D character design, and modeling. My skills also include sculpting with air dry clay and papier-mâché, as well as sewing, embroidering, cross-stitch, crochet, and knitting. I currently work as a Display Artist where I create unique in-store displays and props, blending my artistic skills to showcase products creatively. I have exhibited at multiple art stalls and galleries, and work freelance commissions ranging from album art to YouTube banners. My role often involves managing deadlines efficiently while maintaining high-quality work and strong client communication.

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I am an innovative freelance artist with experience across a broad range of creative fields including traditional and digital art. I have extensive knowledge of Adobe Suite software, particularly Photoshop and Illustrator, and proficiency in mediums such as acrylic, gouache, watercolors, pastels, digital art, 3D character design, and modeling. My skills also include sculpting with air dry clay and papier-mâché, as well as sewing, embroidering, cross-stitch, crochet, and knitting.

I currently work as a Display Artist where I create unique in-store displays and props, blending my artistic skills to showcase products creatively. I have exhibited at multiple art stalls and galleries, and work freelance commissions ranging from album art to YouTube banners. My role often involves managing deadlines efficiently while maintaining high-quality work and strong client communication.

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Work Experience

Display Artist at Sostrene and Grene, Leeds
January 1, 2025 - Present
Created innovative and unique in-store product displays using a range of artistic skills including painting, crocheting, bracelet making, and sculpting props with clay and papier mâché. Managed strict deadlines and worked efficiently to deliver high-quality pieces as new merchandise arrived frequently.
Exhibiting Artist at Art Stalls, York and Harrogate
January 1, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Held art stalls at various events including at York and the Harrogate Convention Centre for the Thought Bubble event. Gained valuable face-to-face communication experience and enhanced audience engagement by showcasing original artwork.
Freelance Artist at Self-employed
January 1, 2019 - Present
Completed art commissions based on unique briefs from clients, managing time efficiently to meet deadlines. Maintained clear communication throughout the process to ensure client satisfaction. Projects ranged from album art and merchandise designs to large canvases and YouTube banners.
Graphics Designer at Moody Magazine, Remote
December 31, 2024 - August 13, 2025
Part of a team designing web graphics for a New York-based magazine. Created artworks for assigned articles and frequently self-assigned additional projects. Also contributed to new merchandise design ideas, working quickly to meet deadlines.
Exhibiting Artist at Norman Rae Gallery, York
December 31, 2023 - August 13, 2025
Produced art around the theme 'Body Architecture' within one week and took a proactive role in marketing the exhibition to build excitement for the opening night. Participated in multiple other exhibitions with setup assistance.
Volunteer at Whitworth Art Gallery, Manchester
December 31, 2018 - August 13, 2025
Maintained cleanliness and safety in exhibition spaces, proposed new event ideas, and assisted in running events such as a sandpit exhibition and DIY paper kite workshop.

Education

BA Hons Illustration at York St John University, York
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2023
A levels in Business, Art and Photography at Pendleton Sixth Form College, Salford
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
GCSEs (9 passes A*-C) at Manchester Creative Studio, Manchester
January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2017

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Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Retail, Professional Services