Who we are

Who we are

Our people are our ink

We are a close-knit team of talented creatives, each with our own distinctive style and voice — united by a shared belief in the power of illustration. Our illustrators and animators are not just graphic artists; they’re listeners, collaborators and problem-solvers who work in partnership with clients to unlock meaning and deliver results.

We are a close-knit team of talented creatives, each with our own distinctive style and voice — united by a shared belief in the power of illustration. Our illustrators and animators are not just graphic artists; they’re listeners, collaborators and problem-solvers who work in partnership with clients to unlock meaning and deliver results.

Our values

You at the centre

Aiming for your success, however you measure it.

Enjoyment

Loving the work we do. We hope you will notice.

Clarity

Bringing your ideas & thinking to life with precision.

Quality

Doing our very best work for you, every time.

Learning

Discovering something new every day.

Meet our team

Tom Russell

Founder & Co-Director

Tom Russell

Founder & Co-Director

Esther Russell

Co-Director

Fiona Macpherson

Illustrator

Fiona Macpherson

Illustrator

Maddie Hennessy

Illustrator & Animator

Maddie Hennessy

Illustrator & Animator

Verity Harrison

Illustrator & Animator

Verity Harrison

Illustrator & Animator

Felipe Caro

Illustrator

Caroline Chapple

Illustrator

Caroline Chapple

Illustrator

Andy Roberts

Illustrator

Jen Backman

Illustrator

Jen Backman

Illustrator

Jenn Garside

Illustrator

Daisy Holland

Illustrator & Animator

Daisy Holland

Illustrator & Animator

Tom McLaughlin

Illustrator

Tom McLaughlin

Illustrator

Becky James

Illustrator

What is it like to work here?

  • Tom says…

    “I love the team and the diverse perspectives and creative skill they bring.”

  • Jenn says…

    “You can be your true self, and the team chats are always a laugh and full of love.”

  • Felipe says…

    “I feel very lucky to be part of such a talented pool of artists.”

  • Maddie says…

    “We all support each other and want each other’s work to shine.”

  • Jen says…

    “There is a special kind of magic with our team.”

  • Verity says…

    “Tom is there to support us, but gives us the autonomy to manage the project ourselves.”

  • Caroline says…

    “We’re supported to play to our individual strengths and creativity.”

  • Fiona says…

    “I love the vast range of clients & locations.”

  • Tom says…

    "Being able to illustrate conversation, drive forward ideas and start conversations through graphic recording is such a privilege."

  • Tom says…

    “I love the team and the diverse perspectives and creative skill they bring.”

  • Jenn says…

    “You can be your true self, and the team chats are always a laugh and full of love.”

17 Queens Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1RN

17 Queens Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1RN

17 Queens Lane, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 1RN