AC // Illustration

I would love to hear from you, either about commissions or general questions: [email protected] All copyright to Abby Cook: please ask permission if you wish to use my work.

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New year means new stuff *yay* I've had a few collections in mind, three infact and none of them are animal based! Which for me is refreshing, not that I don't enjoy drawing all things animal, of course I do! But I've wanted to do something different for a while. However I will be adding to my egg collection, I was thinking of garden bird eggs to start with, any other suggestions welcome!💛🐦🐤 . . . . . . #illustration #creativeminds #process #inthestudio #artforbreakfast #worksinprogress #artiststudio #carveouttimeforart #painting #inspired #studioscenes #passion #colorgram #inkillustration #handdrawn #handillustration #abmcrafty #modernmaker #abmlifeiscolorful #liveauthentic #livefullyalive #thatsdarling #darlingmovement #darlingweekend #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #thehappynow #nothingisordinary #ofquietmoments #untoldvisuals

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I've been going through lots of folders of stuff on my Mac making sure I haven't missed anything to add for my new website. I did these building illustrations a while back but they've never made it to the world of the web yet - here's hoping they're liked 💛 . . . . . . #illustration #creativeminds #process #inthestudio #artforbreakfast #worksinprogress #artiststudio #painting #inspired #studioscenes #passion #colorgram #inkillustration #handdrawn #handillustration #abmcrafty #modernmaker #abmlifeiscolorful #deskgoals #creativespace #homedecor #workspace #homeinthestudio #workspaceinspo #etsydeskie #studioscenes #onmydesk #newwebsite #whatsonmydesk #desksetup

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Just to say that pet portraits are now back after a little break. If you're interested pop me an email 💌 . . . . . . #illustration #creativeminds #process #canvas #onthewall #inthestudio #artforbreakfast #worksinprogress #artiststudio #carveouttimeforart #painting #inspired #studioscenes #passion #colorgram #inkillustration #handdrawn #handillustration #abmcrafty #modernmaker #abmlifeiscolorful #etsysellersofinstagram #etsy #etsyuk #etsyseller #etsytribe #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration #petportrait #dogsoninstagram

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I spent the evening yesterday going through my folder of 'stuff' and putting more into my collage sketchbook. I just need to go out on some more walks and find some more little treasures . . . . . . #illustration #creativeminds #process #inthestudio #artforbreakfast #worksinprogress #artiststudio #carveouttimeforart #studioscenes #colorgram #abmcrafty #modernmaker #liveauthentic #thatsdarling #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #thehappynow #ofquietmoments #botanicalpickmeup #thegreatoutdoors #botanicallove #wintermorning #plants #theartofslowliving #urbanjungle #creativespace #workspace #homeinthestudio #studioscenes #whatsonmydesk

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With today's studio antics and a fairly big move around in progress (see stories 😂🙈) I have had no time for any scribbling today. But I did come across a whole load of feather drawings I had in a drawer just doing nothin' so here is my fav ❤️ Have a good Saturday evening everyone . . . . . . #illustration #creativeminds #process #inthesketchbook #inthestudio #artforbreakfast #worksinprogress #artiststudio #carveouttimeforart #inspired #studioscenes #passion #colorgram #handdrawn #handdrawn #handillustration #abmcrafty #modernmaker #abmlifeiscolorful #liveauthentic #livefullyalive #thatsdarling #darlingmovement #darlingweekend #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #thehappynow #feather #ofquietmoments #untoldvisuals

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One of my NYR is to actually use my scrapbooks rather than suddenly do a huge cut-and-stick-athon every six months. They're a collection of things I like, things I've found and provide lots of inspiration and colour palettes for my work. I just need to do it more consistently 🎨 . . . . . . #viewfromabove #flatlay #sketchbook #creativeminds #process #inthestudio #artforbreakfast #worksinprogress #artiststudio #carveouttimeforart #studioscenes #passion #colorgram #collage #abmcrafty #modernmaker #abmlifeiscolorful #liveauthentic #thatsdarling #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #thehappynow #nothingisordinary #deskgoals #creativespace #workspace #homeinthestudio #workspaceinspo #studioscenes #onmydesk

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These guys were SUCH a hit at this weekends @floralfringefair but there are still some left over in my Etsy shop. Plus there is a brand new set of coasters coming this evening (there's a sneaky peak in my Instastories) 🐝 • • • #abbycookillustration #abbyillustrates #illustrationoftheday #illustration #illustrator #instaart #darlingmovement #visualart #visualsoflife #petitejoys #pursuepretty #onmydesk #homewares #coasters #prettydesk #bee #bumblebee #bumblebees #etsy#etsyshop #etsyseller #etsyfinds #etsyuk

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So sorry I missed yesterday's #30dayswild I was just so busy with my event and when I got home I had so much work to catch up on I didn't manage to find the time to post (and after the events of last night in London, I just didn't want to ❤️) But today I'm back at Knepp Castle for the last day of the @floralfringefair and if you're up to date with my Instastories you'll know how many little creatures have been with me today. One was a very busy little ladybird, it wouldn't stay still for a moment! 🐞 • • • #30dayswild #30daychallenge #wildlife #wildlifetrust #sussexwildlifetrust #ladybird #visualart #visualart #creatures #thegreatoutdoors #pursuepretty #petitejoys #darlingmovement #instaart #illustrator #illustration #illustrationoftheday #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration

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Today was a scorcher, perfect for getting outside and seeing some fabulous nature and wildlife. I went to Brighton today and had a stroll along the beach. Whilst I was sat down I had a look at what I could see around me and in amongst the pebbles were lots of shells 🐚 of all different shapes and colours 😍 What will you find tomorrow? #30dayswild #day1 • • • #abbycookillustration #abbyillustrates #illustration #illustrator #instaart #shells #seashells #beachcombing #brighton #brightonbeach #30dayswild #sussexwildlifetrust #wildlifetrust #visualart #visualsoflife #pursuepretty #petitejoys

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Tomorrow is the beginning of June (I know already?!) and I'm going to be taking part in @thewildlifetrusts #30dayswild and documenting here what I find everyday that's outside! Hopefully I will be drawing what I see and find too! I will be posting on here everyday so make sure you check it out and most importantly get outside and get involved! • • • #abbycookillustration #abbyillustrates #illustration #illustrator #instaart #30daychallenge #30dayswild #wildlifetrust #sussexwildlifetrust #getoutside #wildlife #visualsoflife #pursuepretty #petitejoys

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Starting some prep today for one of my truly favourite events of the year. The Floral Fringe Fair which is held in the beautiful grounds of Knepp Castle, Shipley. If you love vintage, artisan makers great food and music this is something not to miss. Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th of June ☀️ • • • #livecreatively #livecolorfully #visualart #visualsoflife #darlingmovement #thatsdarling #thegreatoutdoors #floralfringe #floralfringefair #summerfair #summerdays #artisan #market #instaart #illustrator #illustration #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration

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I LOVE seeing how clients frame their pet portraits and show them off! Makes the job satisfaction 💯% This beaut of a snap is from the lovely Katrina and shows her gorgeous dogs Maccy and Shola who I painted just before Christmas. 🐶🐶 • • • #illustrationoftheday #illustration #illustrator #instaart #petitejoys #petportraits #petportrait #petsofinstagram #dogsofinsta #nativecreative #painting #craftsposure #darlingmovement #visualsoflife #visualart #painting

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All of my new gift wrap and tags are up in my Etsy shop, keep your 👀 peeled for a little promotion coming soon to say thank you for passing 500 sales! • • • #paperaddict #happymail #cutemail #creativebusinessmakers #instaart #illustrator #illustration #illustrationoftheday #stationerylove #stationeryweek #stationery #feather #birdfeather #tags #luggagetag #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration #etsy #etsyuk #etsyshop #etsyfinds #etsyseller

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A super cute pooch from a recent pet portrait, and I've put a before and after pencil work image with it just so you can see my final process and how it all comes together. 🐶 • • • #instaart #illustrator #illustration #illustrationoftheday #iotd #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration #alwayspainting #petsofinstagram #petportrait #dog #dogsofinstgram #creativebusinessmakers #petitejoys #darlingmovement #nativecreative #craftsposure

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One of my briefs for the 'Birds' book was to paint an entire bird wing of feathers, which is a lot, but lots of fun 🦅 • • • #illustrator #illustration #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration #illustrationoftheday #mycreativebiz #pursuepretty #flashesofdelight #petitejoys #studioscenes #createsomethinglovely #thenativecreative #instaart #art #craftsposure #wing #birdwing #feather #feathers #dorlingkindersley #birds #scientificillustration

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Lovely little labels - they don't have to be for presents or parcels, they could be on jars, organising keys or even plant labels 🌿 • • • #illustrator #illustration #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration #illustrationoftheday #mycreativebiz #pursuepretty #livecolorfully #livecreatively #stationerylove #stationeryaddict #paperaddict #happymail #cutemail #flashesofdelight #petitejoys #studioscenes #createsomethinglovely #thenativecreative #instaart #art #etsy #etsyuk #etsyshop #etsyfinds #etsyseller #etsysuccess #craftsposure #labels

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What a grey day 🌿 • • • #illustrator #illustration #abbyillustrates #abbycookillustration #illustrationoftheday #mycreativebiz #pursuepretty #livecolorfully #livecreatively #stationerylove #stationeryaddict #paperaddict #happymail #cutemail #flashesofdelight #petitejoys #studioscenes #createsomethinglovely #thenativecreative #instaart #art #etsy #etsyuk #etsyshop #etsyfinds #etsyseller #etsysuccess #craftsposure #creativebusinessmakers