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Kev Munday

Job title:Artist

Studied:BA (Hons) Graphic Design

What have you been getting up to since you graduated?

After graduating I worked part-time while building up my studio practice and self-promoting my illustration and artwork. I have now been working as a full-time artist for just over seven years, primarily focusing on hand-drawn artwork on canvas and murals. I have produced work for brands including Graham & Brown Wallpaper (wallpaper designs), Ten Skateboards (skate decks), Monster Energy (hand painted murals) and The Hemp Trading Company (clothing designs).

How did university prepare you for your career?

The course taught me to experiment in a wide variety of styles, think wide, and learn digital and handmade skills.

Favourite Solent memory?

A trip to London to listen to expert speakers.

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The course taught me to experiment in a wide variety of styles, think wide, and learn digital and handmade skills.

What's a typical day for you?

I produce around 200 original works of art a year, which I sell via representing galleries in France, Belgium, the Netherlands, the UK, and online. Some of these artworks then go on to be licensed for products or print designs.

What is graphic design to you?

Graphic design/graphic art gives me the opportunity to express myself creatively for a living.

What tips would you give to someone wanting a career in this area?

Work as hard outside the course as you do on it. Set yourself creative briefs when you haven’t got projects coming in.

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    Course Studied

  • BA (Hons) Graphic Design

    Carve out your career in design across print and digital platforms. Solent gives you freedom to explore your craft in dedicated design studios.

  • Related courses

  • BA (Hons) Illustration

    Turn the art of your imagination into crafted illustrations and build your portfolio using dedicated multi-media facilities and art studios.

  • BA (Hons) Fine Art

    Nurture your talent for painting, sculpture or applied art, guided by a passionate team of artists, curators and theorists, in a supportive, creative community.

  • BA (Hons) CGI and Visual Effects

    With great industry connections and fully up-to-date facilities, this flexible course can help you get your dream job in any of the 3D or visual effects industries.


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