Illustrated Mapping and Design

Based in North Hampshire, UK, I have a working background in map design & cartography. After graduating from University College London with a MSc in Geographic and Geodetic Information Systems, I worked for 10 years in academia and private consultancy collecting, analysing and presenting geographic data before specialising as a freelance illustrated map designer.

I design illustrated maps across all areas for the editorial, publishing, advertising, corporate, tourist & charity sectors.  I’ve worked on a broad variety of mapping design projects including tourist guides, college campus maps, visitor attraction maps and signage, hotel maps and campsite maps. I also accept private commissions and have designed maps for weddings, new homes and holidays lets.

Commissioning me to design your map will help you achieve your goals

Through my background and experience I know how to design an effective and visually appealing map.

I understand how important good illustrated map design is.  It isn’t just about making something look pretty because to fulfil its purpose a map also needs to be usable.  It should engage with its audience effectively no matter what it’s end purpose whether that’s for a tourist guide, visitor signage or for an editorial map.

Some people find maps difficult to navigate but my designs are approachable and visually appealing.  The maps I create are charming, bright and colourful. They are ideal for marketing purposes because of their eye-catching design and perfect for end users because they are engaging and easy to use. An illustrated map designed by me will be an asset and is a wonderful alternative to an uninspiring Google map.

All the maps I design are well researched and rooted in cartographic reality with a huge attention to detail.

 

For more information about how I work and my map designing process please read what to expect when you commission an illustrator. This blog post helps potential clients understand how I work by explaining the process from start to finish.

I am a member of the Association of Illustrators and Illustrators For Hire.

Selected Clients:

Ridgeway Partnership | Thames Estuary Partnership | The Wall Street Journal | CALA Homes | Hoare Lea | Exclusive Collection | Journey Magazine/Princess Cruises | Grand Tourist | Edwardian Hotels | Waddesdon Manor: The National Trust & The Rothschild Foundation | AMBA Hotels | Propeller Design Agency for UK Power Networks | Guardian Travel | Lands’ End Clothing | World of Cruising Magazine | Oliver Burns | AA Publishing | Atlanta Magazine | The Balmoral Estate | Londonist | Canal & River Trust | Port Lympne Wildlife Reserve | Tesco Magazine | Adnams Southwold | France Today | ABTA Magazine | Foundation for International Education | Baker Publishing Group | Discover Britain Magazine | thinking eye and Moonstone Press.

 

I also design maps for fiction and non-fiction books:

My work has been featured in:

 

Client Testimonials

“Working with Bek is an absolute pleasure. Not only is Bek clearly talented but her communication is on point. She takes a lot of pride in her illustrations and wants nothing but the best for her clients. In our experience she has dealt with briefs from start, to draft, to amendments, to finish… on some occasions, to even more amendments where she was very understanding. A very professional illustrator that you can rely on to produce some high quality work along with easy communication. Thanks for all your help so far Bek. “

Philip Lay, APL Media/ABTA Magazine.

 

Illustration Sales and Licensing:

I also design and sell a range of unique prints, cards and gifts in my online shop. If you would like a copy of my most recent Wholesale Catalogue & price list please contact me.

My popular Illustrated Children’s map of the British Isles and Europe and the Mediterranean are both sold as a wooden jigsaws by Artifact Puzzles.

One of my illustrations of London is also licensed to appear as a large wall mural at Campbell Gray Hotels, Cafe Gray, Dubai.

I’d love to design your map

I’m professional, reliable and always make a deadline.

If you’d like to commission me please get in contact as I’m always happy to speak with any prospective clients & discuss potential design projects:

Phone: +44 (0)7811493574

email: info@bekcruddace.co.uk

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