Lisa Hassell
Founder & director of Inkygoodness, Lisa is a published writer and arts journalist, focusing on creative business, graphic art and illustration and design education. Her words have appeared in Computer Arts magazine, Creative Bloq, Digital Arts and IdN.
Latest articles by Lisa Hassell
How to succeed as a designer-maker
By Lisa Hassell published
Your guide to creating and selling your own products.
7 top tips for starting your own business
By Lisa Hassell last updated
Design pros share their business pearls of wisdom.
7 huge animation trends of 2020
By Lisa Hassell last updated
Industry pros explain what's hot in animation.
How to start a design business: 9 tips for success
By Lisa Hassell last updated
Discover how the pros got up and running.
The ultimate guide to GIF design
By Lisa Hassell last updated
Essential tips for getting started designing your own GIFs.
How to get started with mural art
By Lisa Hassell published
A cultural shift has popularised mural art for brands – these pro tips will help you get involved.
10 must-know Instagram tips for creatives
By Lisa Hassell published
Use these Instagram tips to get more from the platform.
Design for good: 8 ways to use your creativity to make a difference
By Lisa Hassell last updated
Why charity work is good for everyone.
Rockstar designers share the objects that made them
By Lisa Hassell last updated
From Aaron Draplin's pebble guitar to Jessica Hische's awkward glamour photos.
How to refine your design portfolio
By Lisa Hassell published
Make your portfolio stand out by following this pro advice.
4 portfolio tips that junior designers need to know
By Lisa Hassell published
Here's how junior designers can achieve a better portfolio.
5 quick-fire portfolio tips from design experts
By Lisa Hassell published
How to create a portfolio that wins you the work you want.
8 business tips for selling design goods
By Lisa Hassell published
Top advice for making money as a designer-maker.
Get started with Risograph printing
By Lisa Hassell published
Everything you need to know about Risograph printing.
7 survival tips for design graduates
By Lisa Hassell published
Creative experts reveal how to make it in the real world.
Are design graduates industry-ready?
By Lisa Hassell published
Professionals assess the state of graduates and the industry.
13 tips for designing modern characters
By Lisa Hassell published
How to create characters that are relevant today.
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