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29 before 30 illustrations

challenges Tuesday, May 23, 2017
I'm trying to make more illustrations and to get better at making digital illustrations, so for my 29 before 30 challenge (something I'm covering mainly on my other blog) I decided I would make at least one illustration every quarter. We're already in quarter two, so I'm going to show you the first two illustrations. Dit jaar probeer ik om meer illustraties te...

my graphic design gear

graphic design Tuesday, May 16, 2017
When I first got into graphic design I got really excited about all the cool gear I needed to buy. All those new toys! My excitement quickly faded, because everything seemed super pricey. So I thought I'd show you around my toolbox, talk about all my favourite tools and give you some tips on the tools you really need and how you can...

30 Days of Lettering

30 days challenge Monday, April 10, 2017
In February I challenged myself to 30 Days of Lettering. I spend 15 minutes a day making quick sketches of a quote I picked in order to practise composition of words. It was the perfect 30 day challenge: not too hard and very informative. Curious to what I've been up to? Let's take a peek in my sketchbook. [NL] In februari daagde ik...

Gift guide for illustrators & hand letterers

gift guide Friday, December 23, 2016
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Brush Pen Review - Pentel vs Kuretake

brush pen Wednesday, November 23, 2016
It shouldn't surprise you that I love art supplies and I love discovering new tools. When I saw Brush pens popping up for the first time, it made me very curious. So I bought a Pentel Colour Brush pen and a Kuretake brush pen and tested them. I know your equipment doesn't define how good your work is, but damn, sometimes good equipment...

Let me introduce you to my plan

creative entrepeneur Wednesday, November 16, 2016
A long time ago, I started my first blog. I can't recall what the first blog post was about and I doubt it might have helped me write this one. So let's start with a little introduction. My name is Eline and I want to be a creative entrepreneur. Let me explain myself. I'm currently employed as a full-time graphic designer at a...

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