Anna Howey
My work focuses primarily on telling stories with images in a whimsical and magical style.
About
As an illustrator, I love to take inspiration from folklore and mythology. This year I have delved into visual storytelling of the worlds of fairies and Greek myths both digitally and traditionally. I don't like to limit myself when it comes to art so I explore many different mediums I can work in like gouache, risograph and other ways I can apply digital. Whilst indulging myself in my interests this year I can also adapt to different briefs and create a large variety of work.
Pandora's Box
This illustration is from a trio of images that would fit within an illustrated book about Greek Mythology. It follows the story of Pandora from her creation until the moment she opens all that is bad into the world.
Children's Book Illustration
This children's book spread is from the story 'Where the Fairy Rings Grow'. It follows a group of fairies who dance on the most magical night of the year and create a toadstool ring. It's filled with whimsy, lots of fairy dust and so many fairies.
V&A x DJCAD collaboration
A 2D response to a collaboration between the V&A and DJCAD. It of a Harajuku girl who is wearing HEIHEI clothing and Scottish inspired accessories. She a combination of both the Japanese love for tartan and fashion and Scotland's own iconic pieces of clothing.
If you would like to support me, you can follow me on my social media! I will mainly be posting on Instagram and that is currently where I will be most up-to-date. Stay tuned for news about a website and any new social media. You can also contact me for freelance work or commissions.