How depression didn’t beat this Virgo.
In 2014, Nicholas experienced depression and was unable to work. As part of his therapy, he returned to his childhood hobby of illustration. Sketching his pugs and miniature schnauzer brought light to dark days; now, with his illustrated children’s books, he's bringing light and joy to others.
Based in Cheshire, England, Nicholas Child created the award-nominated The Grumble & Co. Using his illustrations of his dogs and put them onto greetings cards.
Soon, what started out as a mindfulness exercise, turned into a full-time business selling his designs into the design-led Paperchase, nationally through Sainsbury’s and internationally through export.
Now, he creates incredibly intricate, cute and charming illustrations for children’s books, editorial illustrations and educational material.