Olive Reekie
Q What do you do?
“I’m a passionate illustrator and designer with over 5 years of experience creating visually compelling and unique designs. My journey has allowed me to collaborate with diverse clients, with each project pushing my creativity and technical skills to new heights.”
Q What steps did you take to get to where you are now?
My Journey has taken me through many different paths within Visual Communication which has all led to Illustration! I began my Career studying photojournalism where I fell for the darkroom print facilities, and creating images. This work took me to London, where I began working for a fantastic Artist Studio. From there I went to do a Masters in Illustration and have been working as an illustrator ever since!
Q How do you stand out in your field?
I believe my vivid imagination combined with my technical background has all given me the knowledge to create really exciting and dynamic work and a really strong style.
Q What are you working on right now?
At the moment I have been working on a couple of Fictional Books, sci-fi/fantasy genre!
Q What’s your style?
I have a developed a strong personal style which combines the dramatic flair of german expressionism with the rich narratives of traditional folklore. My bold graphic style uses color, form, and composition to captivate the audience and deliver designs that are not only visually exciting but also effectively communicate the intended message.
Q Out of all your slashies, which one do you wish you could do more often?
I honestly enjoy any project, as long as it has a meaningful and exciting story/identity to it!
Q What is frustrating you right now?
Definitely my social media presence!
Q If you could hire someone for $20/hour, what would you have them do to make your day easier?
Social Media Manager?!
Q What do you wish you could have told yourself, when, and why?
Having your own approach, style and visual identity is very cool, and something to celebrate!
Q If you could talk to an expert to gain more insight on something, what would it be about?
AI! or Nft's ?
Q What kind of opportunities/projects are you looking for?
I would love to work with people who are passionate about the work that they are creating, and bring that story/vision/world to light!
Q How should someone approach you about working together?
You can find me at olive@olivereekie.com. I would love to hear all about you, your projects/ideas, from there we can discuss the details, it doesn't all need to be figured out! thats what I'm here for!
Q Oh! and… how do you stay creative?
Walk!
This member profile was originally published in May 2023, September 2024.