A little bit about Tracey Gibbs: the illustrator

Growing up on a farm with a mum who owned a craft shop creativity has always been second nature for me. Although as a child I toyed with ideas of becoming an actress, an interpreter and a vet, it was always art that kept my interest. After my 12 years of schooling I signed up for an art course at TAFE, there were no grades and unlimited supplies, it was the perfect combination to encourage imagination and construction. After this I chose to further qualify my skills with a Graphic Design Diploma from Curtin University, Perth, Westen Australia.

Since graduating (and actually also during my stint as a student) I have been quite obsessive about drawing, painting and combining traditional mediums with the digital for interesting effects. I took these skills to my career in publishing design and now freelance full time.  I have designed over 100 books (many of which I illustrated the covers myself). I have also enjoy designing logos and corporate work and have fully illustrated picture books as well. The diversity of this job is a large part of what keeps it fun!

If you have a project you want to discuss, feel free to contact me at admin@traceygibbs.com or on 08 6468 4125. I am available for meetings most weeks and am happy to discuss projects over the phone. Thanks, I look forward to hearing from you.