Press Media Kit

Lucy Gell is a British printmaker and illustrator celebrated for her playful, character‑driven depictions of animals. Working in screen print, etching, linocut and monoprint, she blends bold design with gentle humour. Her distinctive handmade prints are widely collected and exhibited across the UK, bringing warmth and personality to contemporary printmaking.

Lucy Gell is a British printmaker and illustrator known for her distinctive, character‑led depictions of animals that blend bold design with gentle humour. Working primarily in screen print, etching, linocut and monoprint, she creates handmade prints that celebrate personality, playfulness and the charm of everyday creatures.

Based in Derbyshire, Lucy draws inspiration from the animals she encounters in daily life, transforming them into expressive characters with wit, warmth and emotional resonance. Her process combines traditional printmaking techniques with a strong graphic sensibility, resulting in work that feels both contemporary and rooted in craft.

Lucy’s prints, cards and illustrations are widely collected across the UK and regularly exhibited at galleries, print fairs and independent shops. Her work has become well loved for its ability to make people smile, offering a joyful, imaginative take on the natural world through the lens of handmade printmaking.

Lucy Gell is a British printmaker and illustrator whose work celebrates the wit, warmth and personality of the animal world. Known for her distinctive character‑driven style, she creates screen prints, etchings, linocuts and monoprints that blend bold graphic design with gentle humour, resulting in artwork that feels both contemporary and deeply rooted in traditional craft.

Based in Derbyshire, Lucy draws daily inspiration from the creatures that surround her – pets, wildlife and the small, expressive moments of animal behaviour that often go unnoticed. She transforms these observations into playful, emotionally resonant characters, each infused with charm, individuality and a touch of mischief. Her handmade approach is central to her practice: every print is pulled by hand, embracing the textures, imperfections and tactile qualities that give her work its unmistakable personality.

Lucy’s prints, cards and illustrations are widely collected across the UK and beyond, and her work is regularly exhibited at galleries, print fairs and independent shops. Over the years she has built a loyal following drawn to the joy, humour and authenticity of her imagery. Her pieces have become favourites among animal lovers, collectors of contemporary printmaking and those seeking artwork that brings a smile.

Alongside her printmaking, Lucy is committed to sharing the craft with others through workshops, open studios and creative collaborations. Her practice continues to evolve, but her focus remains constant: to create artwork that connects people with the character, spirit and quiet comedy of the animals we live alongside.

A feature exploring Lucy’s unique ability to capture humour, personality and emotional nuance in animals through screen print, etching and linocut. Ideal for arts, lifestyle and culture desks looking for uplifting stories.

A craft‑focused angle highlighting Lucy’s commitment to hand‑pulled printmaking, analogue techniques and the tactile beauty of imperfection. Strong fit for heritage, craft and “slow making” features.

A human‑interest story about the emotional connection people form with her characters, and why her work has built such a loyal following across the UK.

A broader cultural angle on the role of humour and warmth in modern illustration and printmaking, with Lucy as a case study.

A visual, process‑driven feature offering editors access to Lucy’s tools, inks, plates and studio routines – perfect for magazines and online platforms that love “maker at work” stories. 

A deeper editorial angle on how Lucy uses animals to explore personality, relationships and everyday moments without relying on words.

A trend‑based angle positioning Lucy within the growing movement of affordable, handmade art—ideal for business, lifestyle and interiors journalists.

You may know Lucy Gell for her highly collectible, narrative-driven animal art prints. However, her newest collection marks an exciting creative pivot: she has officially brought her illustrations into the third dimension. Lucy is utilising her foundational skills in puppet making and animation to sculpt a brand-new line of handmade pottery animals. It is a beautiful full-circle story of an animator returning to 3D form, perfect for any upcoming features on innovative contemporary craft, local artist profiles, or ceramic design trends.