Gemma Latimer Illustration

Can't keep away!

2009-12-16T12:56:00.000-08:00

I'm delighted to say that I'll be heading back down south to lecture at Goldsmiths again in January! I'll be teaching a five week Illustration elective module for Single Honour students studying Media and Communication.

T-Shirts go on sale through I Dress Myself!

2009-12-16T12:48:00.000-08:00

You can now buy my winning t-shirt design through the I Dress Myself website.
The ladies tees come in a range of sizes and are printed on organic cotton jersey tees using only water based inks so are all good for the environment. They are £25 and can be ordered in time for Christmas if you're quick!

Barn Owl

2009-11-15T14:15:00.001-08:00

I had to show you this chap I recently created, I think he's rather marvelous! He is a sneak preview what you're likely to see at my collaborative exhibition due to happen in the new year with fellow illustrator and doodler Amy Blackwell.

Back at Goldsmiths

2009-11-13T14:40:00.000-08:00

I've now started teaching a five week Illustration course at Goldsmiths. Here's a photo from my first day back on a chilly winter morning. Brrrrr!

Work selected for Images 34!

2009-11-02T11:09:00.000-08:00

Yay! I have just found out that my work has been selected for the AOI's Images 34!
The illustration that made it was "Bird Talk" a piece created earlier in the year for I Dress Myself. The work will feature in the illustration annual which will be published next year.

Busy times

2009-10-28T05:33:00.001-07:00

I've been a busy bee lecturing in various places including Coventry University over the past month. I'm also delighted to announce that I'll be heading back to Goldsmiths in afew weeks to teach a five week Illustration course! Exciting times.

Preview of Eskimo Foe Commission

2009-10-28T05:25:00.000-07:00

Here'e is the final proof for a project I've been working on with Shefield based Graphic Design company Eskimo Foe. The project is a collaboration between Youth Music, Toot Hill School and us to promote music making amongst young people in schools who would not normally get to experience worrkshops due to their geographical disadvantage.
The publication features photos and testimonials from the project accompanied by Futurism references by myself and Eskimo. Take a peek!

Work taken on by Nottingham Contemporary!

2009-10-28T05:21:00.000-07:00

After a meeting last week I'm pleased to announce that the Nottingham Contemporary (due to open 14th November) will be stocking 6 of my card designs! My cards will feature alongside the likes of David Shrigly and Jon Burgerman- very exciting.

Evening Post out today!

2009-10-09T06:25:00.000-07:00

Here is a cutting from today's evening post. The article features Curiousityhaus.com and myself at Snienton Market's Apples and Pears and Crafty Wears Market. Take a peek!

Photo in Evening Post!

2009-09-30T15:04:00.000-07:00

Here's a photo soon to be featured in the Evening Post! It was taken from the Apples and Pears market last Saturday (a market aspiring to be a nottingham version of Spittlefields in London) An article will be featured with this with interviews from myself and the market founders "Curiosityhaus".

Website launching soon!

2009-09-28T11:40:00.000-07:00

Its been a long time coming but my website is nearly ready for lift off!
I'll keep you all posted.... to celebrate the launch I'm having a giveaway for one lucky person. More info coming soon.

V&A Museum of Childhood

2009-09-28T11:13:00.000-07:00

Beautiful and inspiring exhibit.
This museum is AMAZING! Well worth a visit if your heading to Bethnal Green.
The exhibition "Make do and Mend" combines the talents of local designers and school children. Jon Male, Lou Rota and Max McMurdo rework salvaged domestic and industrial waste to create stylish, quirky new products. Pieces featured range from lampshades to teacups and saucers to sock bunnies. Absolutely love these plates.

Crazy month...

2009-09-28T05:06:00.000-07:00

My god what a crazy month! Apologies for the lack of posting recently, I've been ridiculously busy!
Here is a shot from the Apples and Pears market in Snienton on Saturday. I'm pleased to say the weather was very kind to us and lots of people showed their support. I had a cake stall next to me too- a pretty good position I think!

Craft Mafia Website Design

2009-08-21T05:21:00.000-07:00

The Nottingham Craft Mafia site has been tweaked and looking tip top!
I created the illustration to form the top banner for Summer/Autumn theme which the updated website has been based around. Go to the Craft Mafia website to see the full site in action! Thank you to Belinda for putting it all together- Belinda will also be building my website in the next few months too.

Bird Talk Tees!

2009-08-21T04:42:00.000-07:00

Bird talk tees for sale!
Bird Talk tees are here! I have just 2 left for sale- a woman's and men's (size medium). You'll be able to buy womens tees through the I Dress Myself website very soon. But if you cant wait for then grab one off me! They're 4 colour eco friendly prints on organic cotton tees and £25 each.

Eagerly awaited Images 33 arrives

2009-08-03T06:07:00.000-07:00

My copy of Images 33 has finally arrived!
It's a beautiful annual directed by Adrian Shaughnessy which I'm hugely proud to be part of. The annual will be sent out to 4000 commissioners and can also be bought from the AOI website http://www.aoiimages.com/annual.htm

The Images 33 exhibition is open from 29 July - 12 August 2009 at the London College of Communication, Elephant & Castle, London, SE1 6SB. It's open 10 – 5pm weekdays, 10 – 4pm Saturdays and closed Sundays. Admission is free!

AOI Images 33 Awards Night!

2009-07-29T11:43:00.000-07:00

Last night I had the honor of attending the annual Images award ceremony at the LCC in London. There was some amazing pieces and it was a hugely inspiring night. Here's an extra cheesy pic of me by my two selected pieces "Teapot man and friends" and "Good bad conscience".

New Eco Friendly Screen Printed Tote Bags!

2009-07-13T06:31:00.000-07:00

Be the first to grab your Cowchap or Birdman Limited Edition Screen Printed tote bag!
There are a limited number of 20 bags per edition. Once they're gone they're gone! The bags are fair trade and made from organic cotton, also the inks used are all water based so have no nasty chemicals in them. They also have extra long handled and a gusset for extra carrying space!
Bags are £12.50 and can be bought through myself, Kathleen & Lillys, Recreation, COW or Craft Mafia "Get Made" shop in Nottingham. Contact me at gemmalatimer@hotmail.co.uk to order yours today!

Illustrations for BAFTA Screen Lit Festival

2009-07-06T08:09:00.000-07:00

Here are a series of illustrations I was recently commissioned to do for BAFTA in association with Rocliffe Writing Forum and Broadway Arts Cinema, Nottingham. I created 3 illustrations which formed the backdrops for the 3 plays. The plays were selected by BAFTA for up and coming writing talent. It was a fantastic evening and quite exciting for me to see my work on the cinema screen! Thank you to the wonderful Ursula Kelly for these beautiful photos taken on the evening.

This month I have mostly been.... printing with musical instruments!

2009-07-06T08:01:00.000-07:00

A project commissioned by Sheffield based Graphic Designers Eskimo has led me to be printing with all sorts of weird and wonderful things of late! Everything from musical instruments to circuit boards. I've been really interested in the quality of the print I can get from various objects which I'll incorporate into the larger picture of the illustrations. Big thanks to Dave Mann's musical donations and electronic devices from Nottingham University- they've gone to good use! Thought I'd post a few pic's of me in action.

Mini Badge Packs!

2009-06-30T08:39:00.000-07:00

In preparation for the BAFTA Screen Lit Festival, I've been maKing lots and lots of little promotional badge packs. After 100 I was starting to go a little googley eyed but I think they were worth it!

Make Tea Not War

2009-06-25T03:04:00.000-07:00

Come down to Snienton Hermitage Community Centre this Sunday for Craft Mafia's "Make Tea not War" event. Full of crafty goodies and tea & cake!
It starts at 12.00 and ends at 4.00 so pop on down! Poster designed by Amy Blackwell.

New Msg Card designs for Urban Outfitters

2009-05-26T13:43:00.000-07:00

Here's a sneak preview of some generic cards I've illustrated for Nottingham based card company New Msg. They'll be pitched to Urban Outfitters in the coming weeks so I'll be keeping my fingers and toes crossed!

New Village Fete a huge success!

2009-05-26T13:38:00.000-07:00

The New Village Fete went off with a bang in Liverpool last weekend!
Liverpool's creatives came together for a day of music, craft stalls and a jolly good time! The event saw over 1000 people through its doors and all in all was a huge success for everyone there on the day. Thank you to all that came down and supported, see you next time!

Selling in COW nationwide!

2009-05-14T09:57:00.000-07:00

The lovely vintage shop COW has just taken on my eco friendly organic cotton tote bags and badge packs! Shops can currently be found in Nottingham, Sheffield, Manchester and Birmingham. Its a great shop for hidden gems and bargains.

Gemma joins the Craft Mafia!

2009-05-05T09:58:00.001-07:00

I am very excited to announce that I am the newest member of the Craft Mafia Nottingham!!
The Nottingham Craft Mafia is part of the larger Craft Mafia familia founded in Austin, Texas. The Craft Mafia serves as a model for independent business owners to assemble with other like-minded folk in their own communities to amplify their vision through the power of a collective. Visit http://www.nottinghamcraftmafia.com/ for more info. The Craft Mafia shop is based on St. James Street next to the Malt Cross.

I win I Dress Myself Competition!

2009-05-05T04:33:00.000-07:00

I'm pleased to announce that I am the winner of the "Birds" T-shirt design competition!
My design will be sold through the I Dress Myself website, keep your eyes peeled for a short write up about me featured on the site www.idressmyself.co.uk
I will also be producing a limited edition badge set for them too. A huge thank you to all those who voted for me!

Photos from Slash Slash Event

2009-05-04T08:41:00.000-07:00

Thank you to every one who came down and showed their support!
The event was a huge success thanks to Liz and Amy- well done girls.

Slash Slash Event

2009-05-02T00:52:00.000-07:00

Come on down to the Rescue Rooms this Saturday!!!
There will be DJ's, BBQ, screen printing, live illustration and lots of beautiful craft stalls (including me!)
Will be a fun packed day. Starts at 12.00pm and ends at 6.00pm, be sure to pop on down!

Badge Packs ready to go go go!!

2009-04-28T03:23:00.000-07:00

Here's a shot of the packaging for my badge packs ready to hit the shops! The badges can be bought through myself, Kathleen and Lillys or Receation in Nottingham and take a look into my weird and wonderful world!

The New Village Fete

2009-04-08T21:55:00.000-07:00

Here's a poster I've designed for "The New Village Fete". The event has been organised by the wonderful Helen Hope and is to be held on Saturday 23rd May at Heebie Jeeies in Liverpool.
There will be an eclectic mixture of designers and craft makers, a BBQ and live bands throughout the day- what more could you ask for? I'll hopefully be there with a stall on the day so be sure to pop by for a shopping extravaganza!

Finalist in I Dress Myself "Birds" T-Shirt Competition!

2009-04-02T14:30:00.000-07:00

Come on everyone and show your support!
My illustration has made it to the final 3 in the I Dress Myself T-shirt design competition! But I need your votes to win. Just follow this link to vote http://www.idressmyself.co.uk/competitions/birds
The design with the most amount of votes at the end of the month will win so please pass onto everyone you know!

Inspiration for new Eskimo Foe Commission

2009-04-02T07:34:00.000-07:00

Here's a sneaky preview of the inspiration behind a commission I'm working on at the minute. Intrigued? Watch this space for developments! Am very excited about this one.

Badge Packaging Revealed!

2009-03-27T13:26:00.000-07:00

Here is the very first view of my super splendid packaging!
Badge packs are now ready to buy! They can be bought through myself at the moment and are £3.50 each.
The very first pack has been bought by Mr Christopher Sunderland and will be flying its way over to Paris very soon!

Gemma proudly presents....badges!

2009-03-20T09:25:00.000-07:00

Shiny round treats to delight all you badge lovers!
Here's a sneaky peak of some badges I've been making. I'm going to be selling them in fun packs of 3 with some beautiful packaging. Keep you eyes peeled, pictures coming soon!

Growing Pains

2009-03-17T03:37:00.001-07:00

Here's a little illustration based on growing pains. I wanted to get across the insecurities felt throughout those early teenage years concentrating particularly on body image. I also wanted to explore teenage perceptions of of the "perfect" body, which links directly to celebrity culture and the development of eating disorders and negative associations with food.

New Beastly Characters!

2009-03-10T08:09:00.000-07:00

Roll up, roll up!

2009-03-09T09:07:00.000-07:00

Framed Prints for Sale!
After a few requests I've decided to start selling small framed pieces. These can be found in various lovely little shops dotted around Nottingham and also through my soon to be registered Etsy account.
If you have any questions or would like one of these lovely pieces, just send me an email with your request to gemmalatimer@hotmail.co.uk. Prices range from £6 to £15.

Images 33 Proof Arrived!

2009-02-23T08:18:00.000-08:00

This morning a very happy Gemma was greeted with a nice surprise from the postman! The proof for the Images 33 Publication arrived and is looking very nice if I do say so too...
Will let you know when it's out to buy!

Shakes Logo Design

2009-02-23T05:13:00.000-08:00

Here's a logo I've designed for soul band The Shakes.
The Shakes are led by singer-songwriter David Blazye & jazzman Ben Martin and deliver big, lively & raucous soul pop covers from the vaults of Motown, Stax & Atlantic. Made to make you shake yer money maker!
The Shakes have a residency at The Malt Cross as part of the Saturday Night Knees Up, definitely worth checking out.

Running out of Time

2009-02-18T11:02:00.000-08:00

Here's a recent editorial piece about running out of time. I wanted to demonstrate the frustration so often felt as we all feel life slipping away. The cherubs are intended to be the keepers of time and try though the main character does she can not recapture the time she has lost.

Opening of Recreation!

2009-01-29T09:30:00.000-08:00

Come visit this lovely new shop!
Recreation are selling bags, cards and screenprints of mine along with vintage electronics, records, art, t-shirts and other eccentric curiosities!
Come down for the opening on Saturday 24th January for cake and live music from Fists. You can find Recreation at 12 Westend Arcade, Angel Row in Nottingham.
Be sure to drop by soon!

Started teaching at Goldsmiths!

2009-01-14T12:54:00.000-08:00

I've now started teaching my 5 week course in Illustrator at Goldsmiths, so will be a little busy for a while. Will have work updates soon... i promise!

Selling at Smitten!

2008-12-22T07:45:00.000-08:00

Come visit this shop of beautiful things!
I'm pleased to announce that from December 6th for one month only, Smitten will be selling a range of my products from limited edition framed screen prints to eco friendly bags, mounted prints and gift cards!
Perfect for that individual Christmas present, so come get your gifts while stocks last. The shop is located at 106 Hucknell Road, Nottingham and will be open until 6th January 2009. You'll find lots of other beautiful things too including- jewelery, mirrors, clothing, accessories, music, toys, posters and much more.
Be sure to drop by soon!

Teaching at Goldsmiths!

2008-12-12T12:05:00.000-08:00

From January 2009 I will be teaching a short illustrator course at Goldsmiths College, London! Very Exciting!!!

Beastly Eco Friendly Bag Designs!

2008-11-21T03:22:00.000-08:00

Sneak Preview!
Here's a preview of some designs that are being printed as we speak! The beastly designs form part of an ever growing collection of eco friendly tote bag designs.

Long Distance Relationships

2008-11-10T08:05:00.000-08:00

Can they ever work?
A new illustration about long distance relationships posing the question can they ever work? (Yes course they can!)

Note Cards for Sale!

2008-10-31T03:58:00.000-07:00

Series of Four New Characters!
Be the first to own your set of 4 lovely new note cards! Ideal for Birthday cards, hello cards, anything you want them to be! Packs of four different designs with envelopes are for sale at £5.50. If you would like some of these beauties just send me a cheque and i can dispatch your lovely cards to you!

My Work Selected for Publication in Images 33!

2008-10-30T15:05:00.000-07:00

Jury-Selected Sourcebook for Illustration choose me!
I am delighted to announce that i will be featuring in Images 33 published by the AOI. Images is distributed to over 4000 specially targeted commissioners in the UK and Europe, promoted online and sold worldwide. Yay!

Framed Limited Edition Eco Friendly Screenprints on Canvas

2008-10-22T09:39:00.000-07:00

Eco Friendly Framed and Unframed Prints for Sale!

Get your limited edition 30cm X 40cm Clownbird or Teapotman print on canvas. Prints can either be bought mounted and framed for £50 or by themselves for £25 each. If you would like one of these beautiful pieces of art just send an email to gemmalatimer@hotmail.co.uk.

Malt Cross Poster

2008-10-06T04:18:00.000-07:00

Saturday Night Knees Up!
Recently commissioned poster for the Malt Cross Bar in Nottingham to launch their new Saturday Night venture. The night launches on Saturday 11th October so come on down for a jolly good knees up!

Bags for sale in Kathleen & Lilly's

2008-09-27T10:37:00.000-07:00

Last few bags for sale!
My last few limited edition screenprinted bags are being sold at Kathleen & Lilly's in Nottingham.
The bags are selling at £15, so grab yours before they all go!!

Left Lion Commission

2008-09-24T08:11:00.000-07:00

10 Things to do before you leave Nottingham University
A few of these include eating a pea fritter in a cob, the Wednesday ritual of reading the jobs paper, spending £20 in our bountiful supply of pound shops and knowing what dobby scarecrow is?? Puzzled?...... Check this out in the next issue!

TWBA Advertisment for Irish Times

2008-09-12T04:24:00.000-07:00

Broadsheets from Irish Times
Here's a sneaky peek at what my illustration's for the Irish Times looked like when they went to press!

Freeq Magazine Commission

2008-09-09T09:09:00.000-07:00

The Great British Summer
Or not! Nottingham based Freeq Magazine commissioned me to do a piece on my feelings towards the Great British Summer- think I summed it up pretty well :)

Radio Times Commission

2008-09-09T08:40:00.000-07:00

Silent Nights
An illustration for the Lovely Radio Times on a new Radio 4 Play entitled Silent Nights. The drama is about a man whose fanatical obsession with noise pollution makes him take extreme measures to achieve silence. Unable to put up with his obsession any more, his wife leaves him for another man (you cant blame her really!)
This issue comes out Tuesday 16th September, make sure you get a copy!

Limited Edition Screen Printed Bags!

2008-08-27T11:26:00.000-07:00

Eco Friendly Fairtrade Cotton Bag Designs.
Clownbird and Teapot man bags for sale! £12.50 per bag. Limited edition of 20 large, long handled bags.
To get your bag simply email me with your order, pop me a cheque in the post and i'll dispatch your bag by first class mail.
Get your order in before they all go!!

TWBA Advertisment for Irish Times

2008-08-16T14:24:00.000-07:00

My work gets animated!

Recently commissioned work for the Irish Times is due to be animated and go live shortly! Will reveal these beauties in due course : )

Screenprinted Clownbird T-Shirts

2008-08-16T14:14:00.000-07:00

Eco friendly screen printed t-shirts.
Teapot man and music hat lady due to make a special appearance in the coming months too!

Happy Happy Poster Club

2008-08-16T06:12:00.000-07:00

The ever growing Happy Happy Poster Club received a fantastic response earlier this year at the newly refurbished Heart & Hand Gallery.
Expect new collaborating projects soon, bringing the best new talent of Nottingham's Illustrators and Designers!

Origami Biro & Joy of Box play Big Chill!

2008-08-16T05:03:00.000-07:00

Origami Biro and Joy of Box are booked for 4 Festivals this summer!
My illustrations are incorporated into live visuals in the form of an illustrated book accompanying poetry by Origamibiro. The book itself will continue to grow and change throughout this year incorporating more of my work as the project progresses.
Combining Accoustic, electronica and classical, Origami Biro & The Joy Of Box's live show comprises a variety of mediums and methods. All the music is performed live on stage and manipulated using looper pedals and effects. Samples of interlacing classical guitar part harmonies and rhythmic textures (such as - pencils being sharpened, paper being torn and beats tapped out on boxes and wood) are captured by spy cameras attached to microphones that Jim feeds to projectors that screen the images behind them.