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Joanna Blémont Discusses "Bad Drawings" and 2,000-Frame Loewe Animation at Nicer Tuesdays

other · 2026-10-13

Illustrator Joanna Blémont, nominated for a V&A Illustration Award, spoke at Nicer Tuesdays in September about her creative process. She emphasized the importance of making "bad drawings" as part of developing a personal style while working for major clients. Blémont described moving into a small studio during lockdown to focus on her practice. She also discussed a 2,000-frame animation she created with a team of animators for the fashion brand Loewe. The event was held at EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney) in London. Nicer Tuesdays is a monthly creative talk series; attendees can sign up for a newsletter for ticket updates. The article also includes promotional content for El Rayo Tequila, Love Corn, and Affinity & Cavalry by Canva, as well as links to other stories on It's Nice That. The talk highlighted the balance between commercial work and personal artistic development.

Key facts

  • Joanna Blémont is a V&A Illustration Awards-nominated illustrator.
  • She spoke at Nicer Tuesdays in September.
  • Blémont discussed the importance of doing "bad drawings".
  • She moved into a tiny studio during lockdown to develop her practice.
  • She created a 2,000-frame film with a team of animators for Loewe.
  • The event took place at EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney).
  • Nicer Tuesdays is a monthly event of creative talks.
  • The article was written by the It's Nice That team.

Entities

Artists

  • Joanna Blémont

Institutions

  • V&A Illustration Awards
  • Loewe
  • EartH (Evolutionary Arts Hackney)
  • Nicer Tuesdays
  • It's Nice That
  • El Rayo Tequila
  • Love Corn
  • Affinity
  • Cavalry
  • Canva

Locations

  • London
  • United Kingdom

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