Lily-May Jones

I've wanted to become an artist since the age of 4, as I have always watched cartoons and animated movies and loved to draw. I have completed a Level 2 and Level 3 Diploma in Art and Design as well as an HND. I am now on my way to finishing my BA in Visual Communications. 

 

Although I would like to be an Art Director, I’m not limited to it. My wide range of knowledge allows me to work within other areas of the creative field. I have a diverse set of skills, such as printmaking, developing photos, photography, ceramics, painting, drawing, Photoshop, cyanotypes, 3D modelling, animation, glass painting, makeup artistry, and more. 

 

In my youth, I was very inspired by movies and cartoons, and I believe this is what led me down the creative path, as well as my love for drawing and creating. I have been to art clubs throughout my childhood, and I was even invited to a private art club in secondary school. I researched international animation studios where I could work, such as Passion Animation, Pixar, Disney, Dreamworks, Industrial Light And Magic, Netflix, Sony, Aardman, Ludo Studios, and more. They are all companies I have always had the ambition to try and work for and would be incredibly proud of should I get the opportunity.

 

I have seen many animated movies and enjoyed seeing all the small details (like in fabrics, storylines and backgrounds) and "Easter eggs" that animators have left as a homage to previous films. I also like the colour schemes of each chapter of the movie, representing the tones of the scene and diverse and well-rounded characters that aren't black and white in personality. However, with the creative world ever expanding, I have found new inspirational ways to create. There’s a whole new age of people having greater access to creative outlets, and seeing what people make is amazing. I’d happily work on any creative project if it sparks joy. 

 

As a hobby, I have also attended private ceramic lessons where I have enjoyed making creatures in 3D. I love the different textures you can create with the clay.  I was lucky to receive an iPad Pro for Christmas 2019 but haven’t put it down since. After extensive research, I have a few tools to help aid my creativity: software, paints, audio equipment and camera equipment. I use applications such as Procreate and Stop Motion to make small animations and artwork. I have also experimented with Maya and Blender. Not all of my artwork is made for work; I often get artsy as a hobby. Recently, I have indulged myself in a lot more photography. Ever since I bought myself a “proper” camera, I have done far more photography than I ever expected. I often carry it around whenever I can in hopes of capturing some incredible photos. If there’s nothing to take a picture of (there always is), I create something myself, often painting my face for hours and then modelling it or playing with the settings in Adobe Lightroom until I get a colourful mess. Often, this happens on the spur of the moment when I decide I’m bored and then paint myself as a leopard or something, Which often disturbs my family when I come down for dinner. I also have got into glass bottle painting. I often spend hours painting Western or Gothic themes onto differently shaped bottles that people have given me. I often keep these along the windowsill or give them as gifts. 

 

In terms of my history, I have lived on the  Gold Coast in Australia for most of my childhood (from the age of 6-11). While I was in Australia, I experienced both private and public school and still participated in art clubs. I also experienced a completely different lifestyle and culture, which has given me a broader view of the world. As a person who’s had many experiences at a young age, I'm open-minded and fascinated with people. I’d love to collaborate and share ideas to create something fantastic.