Gemma Correll

Gemma Correll is an illustrator, writer, and cartoonist. She went to art school in Norwich (England) and got a BA in graphic design, specializing in illustration. So far, she has designed greeting cards for Pickle Parade and illustrates a monthly cartoon for Open Skies magazine which is owned by Emirates Airlines. Correll's other past clients are Hallmark, The New York times, Oxford University Press, Knock Knock, Chronicle Books, and The Observer. In 2012, her book "A Cat's Life" was published. The following year her books "A Dog's Life", "A Pug's Guide to Etiquette", and "A Pug's Guide to Dating" were also published. Correll has also designed a few typefaces and some of her illustrations can be found on graphic t-shirts sold at stores like Urban Outfitters.

I've only seen some of her work on tumblr. I always thought her posts were humorous but didn't know the extent of her career until I did some research. I really love her work because it's very fun, cute, whimsical, and minimalistic which compliments her sense of humor. Her personality shines through her work. I think that's an important quality to have in graphic design. It's easy to get lost in the work you have to do for a client, so to be able to maintain your personality makes your work stand out and allows you to be true to yourself.

Go check out her portfolio, www.gemmacorrell.com! Brighten up your dashboard and follow her on Tumblr too.