Personalised Matchbox Commissions 

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The Brief

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Some commissions begin with a carefully written brief. Others begin with the words, "My grandad loved fishing, my wife collects teacups, and can you somehow include our dog?"

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Every personalised matchbox commission starts with a conversation. Whether celebrating a family story, marking a wedding, commemorating a beloved pet, or creating a memorable gift, I work closely with each client to transform their ideas into a vintage-inspired illustration that feels entirely unique.

 

The same process can also be applied to businesses looking for distinctive promotional artwork, creating imagery that tells a brand's story with personality, humour and craftsmanship.

 

The Challenge

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The challenge is to balance nostalgia, storytelling and design. Each commission transforms personal memories, meaningful details and client ideas into a bespoke illustration that feels both personal and visually striking.

The artwork can work as a single matchbox label or become a fully realised 3D object, with every surface used to tell the story. Inspired by vintage matchbox graphics, fairground posters and advertising, each piece is designed as a collectible conversation piece with a big personality—although, thankfully, most clients decide not to light them.

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