I am an illustrator who also enjoys making 3D work. My interest in dolls, figurines and people drives my work to be something that embraces difference within people. Creating characters allows myself and the audience to explore a range of themes, ideas and personal identities. The 3D element allows my work to be interactive and provide something for the audience to explore.

My degree and time at Norwich University of the Arts has given me the resources to delve into interests of mine while expanding my creative practice by using laser cutting, nomad sculpt and 3D printing. Through this, I’ve been able to achieve a passion project of creating my own 3D based characters. During my time I have also had the chance to work with other creatives in projects taking on leadership roles within, honing my skills in Photoshop, Illustrator and Procreate, and learning to absorb feedback effectively into my work.

Posable Sad Jester doll in box accompanied by hanky and jester wand. By Bethany Isabel from Illustration.
The Sad Jester box design featuring Harlequin pattern and tear design. By Bethany Isabel from Illustration.
Three flat wooden dolls painted, two painted as a princess with a prosthetic leg and the other as the Sad Jester. By Bethany Isabel from Illustration.
Digital artwork with the Sad Jester and Princess sitting separately with necklaces, note and Polaroid in between them. By Bethany Isabel from Illustration.
Lesbian themed tarot cards depicting The Magician and The Fool. The third card is The Lovers where they are kissing. By Bethany Isabel from Illustration..