Becky Dinnage aka Ludicrous Prints is a Digital Illustrator, Surface Pattern Designer and Cross Stitch Pattern Designer.
“I create most of my work on the iPad/Mac using ProCreate and PS from my cosy studio in leafy Surrey, UK.
My work is colourful, quirky and fun. Enjoyed by both adults and children. Ludicrous Prints goal is taking our audience on a magical adventure through character illustrations and typography. I set up Ludicrous Prints in 2012 after graduating from a degree in Surface Design. Have a ludicrous day”.
Becky’s experience taking UPB :
Taking part in the MIID’s Summer School Course really encouraged me to expand my design range however I felt lost when defining my style. I decided to enter into the competition to win a place on the Ultimate Portfolio Builder, and was successful. During my time I was able to explore different briefs, from pattern making to stationery designing.Upon leaving I felt I had a good knowledge of what the ‘industry’ was looking for and had created a foundation for my new style to grow.
How it started for Becky in 2019:
Becky’s accomplishments between taking UPB and now:
Since leaving the UPB course I have continued to draw and design.
- I set up my own Etsy store selling Cards, Prints and Stationery.
- I challenged myself to take part in the 100 Day project drawing animals from all over the world.
- I started selling my card designs with Thortful and Scribbler and even had a Valentine’s design make it onto a card in Sainsbury’s.
- I recently started creating digital cross stitch patterns which now sell on Etsy in my ‘Ludicrous Threads’ Shop
- I have started selling graphics for Cricut users.
How it’s going in 2024:
Find out more about Becky here:
- How to build a commercial and lucrative body of design work
- How to attract and secure the right buyers and clients
- How to work with clients effectively and build a strategy
- How to get trade show ready
- How to progress your digital design skills to advanced level
- Plus so much more!
