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MARTHA LIGHTFOOT

Martha Lightfoot creates children’s books, and is drawn to exploring the magic of imaginary worlds and creatures, of discovery and bravery, and finding lost things.

She has illustrated 14 Picture Books and is currently writing and illustrating her own stories. She has also designed cards, wrapping paper, album covers, toys and costumes, and runs Art Workshops for children and adults.

Having run several Sketchbooking Workshops, she took the opportunity during lockdown to focus on a return to working primarily in sketchbooks, experimenting with new materials and techniques. She finds inspiration in what is around her, from everyday life to drawing on location.

Alongside her illustration and painting practice she also creates dioramas, papercuts, collage and prints. In 2019 she collaborated with jewellery designer Sarah Lowe to launch Elegant & Burly, an eclectic and joyous online shop.