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257 North East creatives doing proper work
Meet the artists, photographers, makers and independent businesses in the Network. Find someone to follow, work with or support across the North East.
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I’m Laura also known as the Nerd that Draws. I work and live in Gateshead as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer.
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Balloon decor for parties and events
I make balloon displays such as birthday balloon stacks for the kids, right up to big balloon garland displays for your special events such as Christenings, birthday parties & baby showers to name a few.
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Erotic Horror and Fantasy Illustration. I do both personal and fan art.
ThePurpleReaper is a freelance illustrator specialising in Erotic Horror and Fantasy art, creating detailed prints, stickers, charms, and pins, with a focus on monster pin-ups and original characters, while also promoting Chronic Illness awareness through her art.
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ASMR Massage, Reflexology and Indian head massage
Disco Holistic offers self care with personality, thoughtful sensory treatments, music, caring touch and a little disco soul. Disco Holistic is a safe space for all women 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈. Inclusive and judgment free because feeling comfortable in your own skin is where self care begins.
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Multi media fine artist
My work is about the unspoken aspects of being human, the filth of it all, from mental illness and physical disease to plastic surgery and kink, I explore the nitty gritty of being a person through multi media expression.
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There's a lot of brilliant art being made up here. Get to know the North East artists and illustrators behind it, see what they're creating and find someone whose work stays with you.
Cartoonist | Creative
I create original cartoons, illustrations and cartoon-style artwork, filled with humour and playfulness. It’s art that aims to make people smile and stir up joy, curiosity and a renewed appreciation for being alive. Every drawing is handmade, which is rather refreshing in a world overflowing with AI cack.
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Artist
A printmaker creating limited-edition linocuts inspired by the landscapes and nature of the North East.
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Artist
Artist exploring abstract painting, sculpture and printing, Katie Brydon creates multi‑medium works, custom murals, cushions, wallpaper and an exclusive tote-bag collection and is owner and CEO of Katie’s Craft House studio in Whitley Bay.
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Artist
A self-taught Whitley Bay artist creating landscapes and seascapes shaped by a love of the outdoors.
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North East photographers and filmmakers have a way of showing us things we might have missed. Have a look at their work, follow along and find someone to make your next idea with.
Creative
Makes creative videos while studying film production; Tyla‑Faye Jackson is based in Newcastle and shares work on Instagram at tyla_films.
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Analog Photographer
I’m an analog photographer specialising in using Polaroid film as a physical, tactile protest against the use of generative Ai in the arts, after losing my job as a photographer 2 years ago due to my client deciding to generate pictures in order to avoid paying me.
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Photographer
Adam Barnsley Photography is a photographer specialising in documentary-style photography, capturing a wide range of subjects including music, sports, and corporate events, with a strong online presence through his website and Instagram account @adambarnsleyphoto.
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Photographer
I create miniature photography using tiny railway figures placed in real locations around Newcastle and the North East. I love taking familiar places, local landmarks and everyday moments and looking at them from a completely different perspective.
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Good design can change how a place, product or idea feels. Get to know the North East designers, architects and studios putting their own thinking into the work.
Architect
Ellie Gair is director of Studio Mint, an architecture practice in Newcastle and the North East working on house extensions and community buildings, focusing on collaborative design, thoughtful retrofit and the use of natural materials.
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Designer
Georgia Nichol Creative is a graphic designer specialising in brand and clothing design, serving a diverse range of clients from small start-ups to large charities, with expertise in creating bespoke visual identities and designs.
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Designer
Graeme Smith runs SPELK., an interiors studio in Durham specialising in kitchens and furniture, and organises Mixer, a network for interior designers and suppliers; he is the North East Regional Ambassador for the British Institute of Interior Design.
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Design and digital
Trigo Studio is a full-stack creative agency based in Newcastle upon Tyne, specialising in branding, websites, content and digital design.
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There's something special about knowing who made the thing you love. Meet North East makers and craftspeople, see what they're creating and put a name to the hands behind the work.
Creative
Emlydesigns is a creative jeweller who crafts emotive pieces inspired by her personal experiences with mental and physical challenges, using her emotions as a driving force behind her designs, creating unique and meaningful jewellery.
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Local business
A sustainable gift-wrapping studio running public workshops, brand projects and creative team-building sessions using unexpected reclaimed materials.
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Creative
An independent maker designing and selling original knitwear and jewellery.
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Calligraphy engraving
A calligrapher who hand-engraves lasting personal details onto meaningful objects.
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There’s a lot of good work happening around here. Find someone you might not have come across yet.
Creative
A jeweller making one-of-a-kind pieces from recycled silver using traditional silversmithing methods.
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There's plenty of sound worth listening to coming out of the North East. Find musicians, recording studios and audio creatives to follow, support or make something with.
Podcast
Women of Nerd Culture is a podcast promoting women's involvement in nerd culture, aiming to break down stereotypes and provide a platform for female voices, as seen through their YouTube channel featuring a curated playlist of discussions and interviews.
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Musician
Touring performer-composer with a North-East based mentorship business developing musicians 1-1, in bands, and through practical modular courses.
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Singer, songwriter, events manager (CIC)
Ambar Dhesi is a North East-based singer, songwriter and director of Community Interest Company Ambar Dhesi Events, blending R&B, soul, reggae and D&B while providing a safe platform for artists; recent release GEMINI SZN, debut album due November 2026.
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Musician
Musician Annie Enclave from Gateshead writes and designs shows inspired by adventure, nostalgia, nature and fantasy; she is currently composing an album and developing her live performance.
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Behind every independent business is someone putting their time and heart into it. Explore North East independent businesses, meet the people running them and show some love locally.
Brand
Origin 55 is a Northern-inspired unisex clothing brand that weaves the colours, stories, and hidden details of the North into contemporary designs for everyday wear, showcasing a unique blend of regional heritage and modern style.
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Local business
Nice Face Apparel is a charity-driven, tattoo-inspired clothing brand that donates 20% of all revenue to the ifucareshare foundation and a local mental health charity.
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Local business
Rach is a life coach, ADHD specialist and practising witch who combines polyvagal nervous system science, astrology and tarot to support neurodivergent clients via Rach Does Magic, based in the North East.
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Nail artist
Independent, appointment-only nail studio in Heaton, Newcastle offering sensory-friendly, neuroinclusive and LGBTQIA+-inclusive appointments Run by Rikki Quinn, Glitching Beauty specialises in natural nails, gel and hand-painted art
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