Growing up in sunny Staffordshire, Charlotte spent much of her childhood drawing and painting, collaging and doodling (ruining a few good carpets in the process!) - there was never any question she wanted a career in design. She studied Surface Pattern Design at Staffordshire University and has worked in the greetings card industry for 17 years. ... Read more While she still occasionally likes to get messy with paint and glue, Photoshop is her preferred weapon of choice these days. Charlotte loves textures and layering, but also strong linework and mark making. Charlotte is often inspired by nature, whether that's an amazing combination of colour, or an interesting perspective or composition. Show Less