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Hi, I'm Paul.
I've been using Adobe Illustrator professionally for over 25 years, and I'm fortunate enough to spend much of my time doing what I enjoy most: helping other people discover what Illustrator can do.
As an Adobe Community Expert, I teach workshops, one-to-one tuition and team training for everyone from complete beginners to experienced designers looking to work more confidently and efficiently.
When I'm not designing or teaching, you'll usually find me exploring the beautiful coast and countryside of Devon and Cornwall. I've had a lifelong fascination with nature, particularly the often-overlooked world of invertebrates, and I believe the same curiosity that draws me outdoors is what keeps me learning, observing and creating.
Whether you're learning Illustrator for your career, your business or simply because you've always wanted to master it, my aim is always the same: to make learning practical, enjoyable and confidence-building.
See you in Illustrator.
Workshops
Friendly, hands-on Adobe Illustrator workshops
Delivered through venues such as Exeter Phoenix, these workshops are designed for beginners and anyone looking to build confidence with Illustrator. Learn the fundamentals in a relaxed, supportive environment, with plenty of practical exercises and opportunities to ask questions.
Upcoming workshop: Exeter Phoenix, September 2026.
Book your place → Exeter Phoenix Introduction to Adobe Illustrator
One-to-One Tuition
Personal tuition, tailored to you
Whether you're learning Illustrator from scratch or looking to develop a specific skill, every session is tailored to your experience, pace and goals. Available online or in person, you'll receive focused guidance built around your own projects and interests.
Team Training
Illustrator training for teams and organisations
Tailored training for businesses, marketing teams and creative organisations looking to improve confidence and efficiency in Adobe Illustrator. Sessions are designed around your team's workflow, helping everyone get more from the software through practical, real-world examples.
Please get in touch for a tailored quotation.
Who is this for?
Whether you're taking your first steps in Illustrator or looking to refine existing skills, my training is designed for:
Complete beginners
Graphic designers
Marketing professionals
Students
Small business owners
Anyone who wants to work more confidently and efficiently in Adobe Illustrator.
What you'll learn
Every session is tailored to the individual or group, but topics commonly include:
Understanding the Illustrator workspace
Drawing with the Pen Tool
Shape Builder and Pathfinder
Working with typography
Colour and swatches
Layers and organisation
Creating and working with patterns
Creating logos and vector graphics
Exporting artwork for print and digital
Professional workflows and time-saving techniques
Why learn with me?
✓ Adobe Community Expert
✓ 25+ years using Illustrator professionally
✓ Tutor at Exeter Phoenix
✓ Former Head Lecturer in Graphic Design
✓ Friendly, practical, project-based teaching
✓ Online or in person
✓ Private tuition from £40/hour
⭐ What my students say
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"You're one of the best teachers I've ever had. Passion and talent for illustration and Illustrator, combined with a fantastic way of teaching. I still think back on it often and with great pleasure."
Rob de Winter
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"Paul's teaching style is outstanding. He's patient, calm and incredibly skilled. His passion for the subject shines through from the start."
John Matthews
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"I look forward to my Illustrator lesson every week. I come away with new skills and ideas every time. He's helped me move from clunky experimentation to working naturally and confidently in Illustrator."
Oliver Helm
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"Paul took me from knowing nothing to confidently using Illustrator for my job. Every lesson was tailored to exactly what I needed. I couldn't have asked for a better learning experience."
Jith Amarasinghe
Ready to learn?
Whether you're looking for a workshop, private tuition or training for your team, I'd love to help.
See you in Illustrator.