By Domenique Serfontein | The last time we spoke, I wrote about a giant magical sparkling cloud, oddball imaginary friends and an invented map that helped me escape to a dreamlike world. We also touched on how fantastical, extravagant and make-believe characters often protect us as children from what can feel like a rather dull or sometimes scary world. 

Ali is the face behind Herbert & Rose, creating the sweetest watercolour and ink illustrations.

Abigail’s illustrations are fun and quirky. The London-based artist shares how she has found her voice as an illustrator, the advice she has for others to do the same, and the driving forces behind her unique style.

Illustrator and designer Seeta Roy invites us into her creative world, where her younger days influence her style as an artist today.

Birds and plants are Esme Lintin’s current inspiration. She shares her creative journey and what her day looks like in Buckinghamshire, England.

From her home in Edinburgh, Scotland, Linsey Kelly designs prints that are colourful, fun, and certainly not understated.

Domenique Serfontein may be based in Ireland, but her magical illustrations take us to another world entirely.

For 18-year-old Maja, her indoor plants aren’t just something pretty to look at – they’re inspiration for her business, Majukooo.