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His work is influenced largely by nature, and the secrets of the animal kingdom, however he is equally drawn to the man-made, clunky technology of yesteryear. You may find the occasional clockwork or steam-powered gadget lurking in the bowels of his images if you look close enough (and he likes to think the animals still use this technology!).

Graham's first book Alphamals based on his animal prints has been shortlisted on The North Somerset Children's book award for Poetry Books and his very first picture book, Otto Blotter Bird Spotter is published by Andersen Press in 2019.

Graham works primarily in digital media, yet also employs the use of traditional methods, such as screen printing and lino/wood cutting. He has made a successful career in commercial illustration, working with many established brands, including designing the imagery for the Children's BAFTA's, creating beautiful book covers which employ his design skills, creating exciting exhibition design and packaging for Waitrose.

Graham lives in Seaford with his wife Alice his two sons. You can often find him printing, sketching, or making a mess in his studio.

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Joe's work is influenced by Medieval manuscripts for their detail and depiction of figures and landscapes. Bruegel is an artist he admires, for the interesting stories hidden in the detail whilst simultaneously giving a sense of atmosphere and place. Joe also fell in love with Asterix comics as a child, sparking his interest in history with excellent characterisation and narrative, which he also tries to emulate in his work.

Joe's process starts with a pencil drawing where he varies the thickness of line depending on the scale. Sometimes he works over it with pencil and crayon or watercolour, then colours it digitally. Joe tries to keep the digital process simple, his aim is to create a sense of depth and atmosphere in his work.

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