Raafaye Ali Sheikh

I am a London based illustrator and designer with over five years of experience working as an in house design illustrator at the award winning advertising agency Mother London (ranked number one independent advertising agency over the past few years). In 2025 I received the World Illustration Award for advertising catagory. An award recognising the strength and impact of my creative practice. I have also been an illustration judge for the renowned D&AD awards in 2023/ 2024 and the brand impact awards 2024.

Alongside my commercial work, I facilitate creative workshops at the Victoria and Albert Museum, supporting learners of all levels to build confidence, technical skill and a clear creative voice.

My lessons are practical, structured and tailored around your goals. Whether you are preparing a portfolio for art school, developing illustration skills, refining your ideas, or looking to understand how the creative industry works professionally, I will help you move forward with clarity and direction.

You can expect clear feedback, crits, focused exercises and honest guidance. We will identify your strengths, strengthen your fundamentals and push your work to a higher standard. I also share real industry insight so you understand how to apply your skills in professional settings and areas in which creative skillset can be applied.