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# Project Description The Last Leaf Anthony Read Summary Final work I'm an illustrator and graphic designer based in South East London. My personal work explores portraiture and abstract imagery, drawing inspiration from femininity, cultural expression, and queer identity. I aim to create visually engaging work that reflects the richness and complexity of the communities and themes that inspire me I'm an illustrator and graphic designer based in South East London. My personal work explor... College Camberwell College of Arts Course BA (Hons) Illustration Graduation year 2025 The last leaf is a gentle, illustrated story for children aged 4–10. It follows the quiet journey of a lone leaf clinging to a nearly bare tree in late autumn. As the last of his friends drift away on the wind, he is left with an aching sense of loneliness and confusion. Through tender encounters with the changing world around him, he begins to understand the cycles of nature and the emotions of grief. This heartfelt story helps young readers explore themes of loss, acceptance, and the quiet beauty of letting go. As part of the project, I created a series of digital collages and prints that reflected the events of the story, visually enhancing the emotional journey and deepening its message through layered imagery. Final work The Last Leaf Cover "In a forest so lively, so bright, and so bold" "Had they jumped across the moon?" Research and process Share this project The last leaf is a gentle, illustrated story for children aged 4–10. It follows the quiet journey of a lone leaf clinging to a nearly bare tree in late autumn. As the last of his friends drift away on the wind, he is left with an aching sense of loneliness and confusion. Throu... A link to this page has been added to your clipboard Browse related work Digital Experiences Mental Health Identity Story & Myth Health & Wellbeing
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