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Cat Coal ✏️🐈
illustrator & lecturer with a passion for colour & characters 💫
Based in the Midlands, UK @felinesins 💄

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I’m back! It's been a while! 🪴🌹Swipe!!
I want to create a little space online to share my artwork! ✏️
So here’s my first attempt at making keyrings! I’m still unsure about the print company I used, but I’m pleased with the results! 🌟

This served as a good test for me, as I’m considering setting up an online store in the future to continue developing my whimsical creatures. For now, here’s a sneak peek! 👀

#illustration #illustrator #whimsical #nature #artist taken in Birmingham, UK by @catcoalart

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Stardom Risograph Print 🌟 Swipe!!
I'm currently readjusting to my teaching job while reflecting on my past work and experiences as an art student...
I'll miss my time @bcuillustration, especially access to resources like the risograph printer!! 🎨

I hope to find a print studio where I can continue developing my risograph work!

#illustration #risograph #illustrator #stars #artist taken in BCU Arts by @catcoalart

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I am forever grateful to Dolly Parton for everything she has produced and contributed in terms of art, connection, and community for others. 🎶
She became a great comfort to me over recent years!!

Here’s just a small tribute to everyone’s favorite cowgirl! 🤠🎀

#illustration
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#dollyparton #countrygirl #artist taken in Birmingham, United Kingdom by @catcoalart

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Sketchbook TIME!! ✏️🎨

I have loads of old sketches that, at the time, I didn't give much thought to, but looking back, they have a naive charm!! ❤️

It is frustrating to deal with chronic pain, but honestly, having to work quickly sometimes does give my sketchbook new energy! 💡🤓

While I continue to work on new things in the background, I shall try to share some of my process!! 💡

#illustrator #illustration #sketchdaily #sketchbookart #sketchbook taken in Birmingham, United Kingdom by @catcoalart

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I’ve graduated with a first-class honours at @bcuillustration! I am extremely proud of this achievement and incredibly grateful for all the support I've received over the last few years!!! 🩷🩷🩷

I had to take a break from my studies due to chronic pain, so the fact that I managed to complete my course while managing my health and working part-time as an associate lecturer is a dream come true for me! 🤓🎨

Thank you, and congratulations to all the graduates of BCU Illustration 2026! We all did it! 🌟🩷

I am looking forward to having some free time to catch up on my artwork and give my mind and body a well-deserved break. Until next time! ✏️🥳 taken in Symphony Hall, Birmingham by @catcoalart

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@newdesigners in London, July 1–4, 2026! An exhibition of celebration for design! 🎨
Start of day one! I'll be back on the 3rd and 4th for it, but today I shall be resting up!

It has been a fabulous time so far with so many like-minded creatives! 🩷

I hope to continue building bonds with others and sharing my joy for art!

Come check out our @bcuillustration work on stand G39! ✏️ taken in Business Design Centre Islington by @catcoalart

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My summer sketchbook from last year! This was a time for reflection as I learned to play with my artwork again and rediscover the joy of creating!! 🌞

It was just before I restarted my illustration degree at @bcuillustration after taking a break due to health/mobility issues.
But a lot has changed since then!!
I'm happy to look back and see that, while the work I produced was naive, it was beginning to reflect who I am as a creative today! 🎀

I plan to continue sketchbooking and hopefully start a collaborative sketchbook project with @kaydenstone.illust ! 🎨 taken in West Midlands by @catcoalart

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4 months ago

An arrangement of Kittens! 🐈🎀
The sunshine is fast approaching, and I am looking forward to some time off to relax and recharge my mind! In the meantime, here is another piece from my final project at @bcuillustration.
I plan to post my work over summer and continue engaging with other creatives while I organise some background admin tasks! 🌞

#whimsical #illustrator #illustration #cats #artist taken in BCU Arts by @catcoalart

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Here is one of my pieces from my final project for my illustration degree at @bcuillustration!! 🎀

I want to express my deepest thanks for all the love and support for my degree show work! My rendering style has evolved significantly over the years, and I am really enjoying this new focus on colour and shape 🎨

I can't wait to start sharing more of my project with you all! 🌟

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#illustration #cats #whimsical #colourful taken in BCU Arts by @catcoalart

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My Degree Show is a wrap!! Thank you to @bcuillustration, @m3agencyuk and everyone for all the support!
I am extremely happy it is over and I can finally share all the work for my project Patterns with Feelings!

I am looking forward to my next steps as a graduate!! ❤️🌟🐈

#illustration #illustrator #whimsical #colourful #artist taken in BCU Arts by @catcoalart

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My zine, "A Walk In The Garden", explores the beauty around us! 🌸 Swipe >>>

I am happy to announce I handed in my final major project at @bcuillustration, so I can start sharing some of the work!

This zine was a lovely experience to make and helped inspire my imagery for the project. I hope to create more zines in the future! A massive thank you to @kaydenstone.illust for the help!

#zine #illustration #illustrator #nature #whimsical by @catcoalart

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5 months ago

7th Member of Sip and Sketch Collective.

Who are we? This is @catcoalart

Cat is an illustrator and associate lecturer based in the Midlands, United Kingdom, with a passion for colours, characters, and nature. Their work features vibrant illustrations, with an interest in merchandise and publishing.

Contact Cat if you are interested in collaborating!

#illustration #illustrations #illustrator #cat #cats #plants #meow #coal #midlands #colecassidy #uk #art #pot #plant #free #passion #passionfruit #67 by @catcoalart

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