Defining Moment

I left school with one GCSE, which shattered my dreams of joining the RAF. So I went to Durham New College and re- sat some exams, but I still only passed English. I then took an intermediate GNVQ in Art and Design and I also did an A Level in Art. It… read more

Lifestyle Story

My work is an adventure and it’s rare that I get two jobs which are the same. One day I’m suited up, in a meeting with local officials, and the next I’m out painting in a hoodie! Business is a roller coaster of ups and downs, so it helps if you love… read more

Mistake To Avoid

I made a mistake once with a client in that I didn’t get them to sign a contract and I ended up getting ripped off.… read more

Success

I’ve found the best way to go about finding regular work is to build a good reputation with clients. I’ve been fortunate to have done work for the BBC, and I’ve also been interviewed on Radio 4 about my business.… read more

Aspiration

I didn’t really have a long term goal when I started, other than not to be unemployed! Now I’m looking towards working on an international level. There are many fields that I can still go into and I’m still not sure if having a goal would narrow my… read more