FREELANCE GRAPHIC DESIGNER & ARTIST
Hello. I’m Ros Ingram (Jelbert) and I have been working as a freelance graphic designer, illustrator and artist based in Southampton, Hampshire for many years. Following Art College I started work as a DTP operator and progressed to Studio Manager with Ryan EMO Advertising Agency (in Southampton, Hampshire), where I spent over 9 years. Now I love the variety and challenges of freelancing and I always welcome a new print or digital project to sink my teeth into. I work with businesses of all sizes who are either starting-up or developing; whether you need a complete brand identity, a redesign of your website or a new creative route, I’ll work with you to create something that not only looks fabulous but gets results.
My clients as a freelance graphic designer have led me to create for a wide range of business sectors; this variety in my work builds and maintains a fresh way of thinking. Previous and current graphic design and illustration clients include Fortnum & Mason, Barrow Hepburn & Gale, World Sailing, Skandia, Bacardi, Remarkable Group, New Look, IGP Media, Instavolt, Lillidale Animal Health and El Fenn Hotel. Based in Southampton, Hampshire, I also love to incorporate illustratons into my work, where appropriate. Please pop over to my Illustration page and my art page to see examples of my different creative styles. I’d love to discuss your requirements, whether you need a creative thinker, graphic designer, web designer or illustrator, so please get in touch.
A picture is worth a thousand words and a well-designed illustration can stick in people's minds long after they've seen it. Visual aids such as illustrations and infographics can help to communicate complex information and ideas more effectively. Corporate and pitch illustrations can help to grab the attention of the audience and keep them engaged. See examples of my work as a freelance illustrator on my Illustration page.
An illustrated packaging design can grab the attention of potential customers and stand out among competing products. An illustrated packaging design can help create brand recognition and loyalty by making the product easily identifiable; for example using a cute dog character on a pet related product can help create an emotional connection with the customer. See examples of my work as a freelance illustrator on my Illustration page.
Pencil hand-drawn portraits are beautiful and timeless; an art form that can capture the unique qualities of a subject. I am always touched when someone trusts me to capture their loved one in a portrait drawing (whether pet or human!). I work in graphite or colour pencils and can also supply a printable gift voucher for a unique gift idea. Please pop over to my Art page to view some examples of my pencil portrait drawings.
A bespoke painted portrait (on canvas or board) is a worthwhile investment that can be enjoyed for many years to come. It can be a focal point in a room, and can be used to complement your existing decor. It is also a beautiful and meaningful way to preserve a moment in time or commemorate a special occasion, such as a wedding day or a new baby. Get in touch and we can work together to create something unique and beautiful.
Over the years, Fortnum’s has built this incredible legacy of offering only the finest, from their exquisite teas to delicious hampers. And even though they’re known for their rich history, they’ve always managed to stay fresh and relevant, which is where the illustrations come in.
Fortnum & Mason has a lovely tradition of using illustrations as part of their branding, whether for their website, packaging, or marketing materials. They’ve worked with illustrators from all around the world, which is great because it means their art reflects different styles and perspectives while still feeling very much in line with the timeless British elegance the brand is known for. For me, being part of that as an artist is a real privilege. It’s all about creating illustrations that feel fresh and modern but still capture the essence of the store’s long-standing heritage.
Established in 1760, Barrow Hepburn & Gale is a luxury British leather goods company, internationally known as the manufacturer of the iconic red Despatch Boxes; a symbol of the British democratic system and our constitutional monarchy.
Having worked with Barrow, Hepburn & Gale for several years on some lovely projects including Christmas cards and a range of bone china mugs, I was delighted to be asked to join the team as “Artist in Residence’ where I look forward to working closely with them going forward. Please pop over to my ‘Recent work’ for more details on the ‘Downing Street Mouser’ designs.
I am delighted to be working with El Fenn, a stunning hotel in the heart of Marrakesh, on a monthly basis to support their graphic design and illustration needs. This includes menus, promotion material and social media graphic support. I am currently working on the next edition of their in-house magazine which includes numerous illustrations.
Having worked with World Sailing since 2017 as a freelance graphic designer, I am delighted that I am now the main resource for their graphic design requirements. With so many world-wide sailing competitions taking place throughout the year, and their annual conference and awards evening, the graphic design work is always interesting and a delight to work on. A very brief overview of this is shown over on my graphic design page.
“It’s always a pleasure to work with Ros on design projects. She totally gets the brief, produces excellent designs and adds value to any project whether that’s a new business card design, adverts or reports.”
Alyson Marlow, Sapphire PR.
“Ros, you have truly been a life saver. The way you’ve just picked everything up and been on hand to support has been amazing and I am so grateful to you - thank you.”
H. Strzelecki, World Sailing.
“Ros initially produced one press advert per month. Her positive attitude and creative suggestions meant that she quickly became a pivotal member of our team.”
Michelle Howles, Marketing Director, Affinity Leasing.
“Ros has provided us with a book design that has captured everything that we wanted - clean, sophisticated and elegant. As an added extra, she has provided stunning illustrations that work so perfectly with the imagery provided, adding a unique and stand out style to the book. Zanna is over the moon with Ros’ work.”
Emma Robinson, Personal Assistant, Zanna van Dijk.
“My old website badly needed a revamp and I was lucky enough to be put in touch with Ros (Ingram). She listened to what I wanted, and in no time came back with some examples for me to comment on, adding to my ideas her creativity and flair. Since then she has designed my adverts, FB banner and front covers for my life story books. Everything I get from Ros looks beautiful and I am always very pleased. The turnaround time is quick and her costs are reasonable.”
Katarina Sherbourne, Life Story in a Book.
