Lindsay Carmichael is a freelance illustrator and artist living in the North-east of England.

"Hello, my name is Lindsay and I was born in Middlesbrough in the early 70's. I spent a lot of my childhood drawing pictures.

Following school I studied Art & Design at Cleveland College and graduated 1st class (Hons) from the University of Northumbria in Fine Arts. During my time at university I enjoyed experimenting with many different art styles and mediums - everything from oil paint to bronze casting - even a bit of upholstery and welding!

After working for Watertsone's Children's book department (where I would idle away the hours looking at the most beautifully illustrated ones) I became a primary school teacher, spending ten years sharing art, education and books with small people.

During this period I maintained my passion for art by exhibiting and winning prizes in events such as the Journal People Show and the Cleveland Open Art competition. I also successfully completed my biggest project to date - the designing, sketching and illustrating of a four walled mural for a newly commissioned library space. Approximately the size of two school classrooms I chose a natural world theme to provide colour, knowledge and interest for the users of the facility.  I have since repeated this activity for retail businesses seeking something extra special for their premises and customers.

I am now working full-time as a freelance illustrator and artist and would love to be involved in your projects."

BA Hons in Fine Arts (1st class)

Cleveland Open Art Competition (1st prize)

The People Show (exhibitor)

Permanent Collection University of Northumbria

T.G Stephenson Prize (Fine Arts UNN)

Published by two major greetings card publishers

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