Join us for our next Upgrade Yourself Monthly with Somerset House Residents Association of Illustrators and Illustrator MURUGHIAH to explore how to build a freelance illustration practice that is creatively fulfilling, financially sustainable, and uniquely your own. Join us for our next Upgrade Yourself Monthly with multi-disciplinary illustrator MURUGIAH and Somerset House Residents Association of Illustrators to explore how to build a freelance illustration practice that is creatively fulfilling, financially sustainable, and uniquely your own. Please note this event is for 18–30-year-olds. Finding your footing as a freelance illustrator can feel exciting, overwhelming, and everything in between. Whether you're still figuring out your creative identity or already taking on projects, this session is designed to help you navigate the realities of building a freelance career with greater confidence. Join multi- disciplinary illustrator MURUGIAH and Natasha Knight from the Association of Illustrators for an evening of practical insights, creative exploration and honest conversation about what it takes to make work you love while crafting a pathway that supports you. Through a focused talk and an interactive workshop, you'll explore how to identify your unique creative strengths, uncover the themes and experiences that inspire your work, and develop a clearer sense of what makes your practice distinct. You’ll develop your own illustration concept with guidance from MURUGIAH and the Association of Illustrators team. Together, we'll look at: Building a sustainable freelance career Developing confidence and creative momentum Finding your niche and embracing your unique perspective Making work that reflects your experiences and interests Growing your network and connecting with fellow creatives Balancing creative ambition with the practical realities of freelancing Whether you're considering freelancing, just getting started, or looking for fresh inspiration in your creative practice, you'll leave with practical tools, new connections, and a clearer sense of your next steps. As always, free drinks and food provided by Butch Salads will be available throughout the evening.
