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Lyons Creative

A graphic designer who loves fonts, designery things, colours and supporting freelancers/small businesses. Working with companies on their marketing designs. I send my newsletter 'Font Love Friday and Other Designery Things' on the last Friday of the month. Podcast host of 'Creatives Likes Us' which is dedicated to opening up the conversation and amplifying the voices of underrepresented creatives of colour. Newsletter episodes out every other Thursday.

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Creatives Like Us Podcast - Season 1 #7

Episode 7 Hello Reader! This episode was released on Thursday; since then, we have had the most incredible feedback. I spoke with Sylvia, a designer and illustrator. Sylvia shares her journey from graphic design to launching her own range of Afrocentric cards, created to reflect and celebrate Black and Brown children, particularly those who are often underrepresented, including children with vitiligo and albinism. She opens up about overcoming perfectionism, the importance of visibility, and...

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FONTLOVEFRIDAY Font ❤️ Friday and Other Designery Things #30 Hi Reader, Thanks for Subscribing ♥ Hello Friends, and welcome if you’re new here. The world feels a little weird to some people right now. From politics to uncertainty with work - it's a lot to deal with. So I hope this newsletter in this small corner of the world gives you a little joy or inspiration for the next few minutes. Speaking of work, a biz pal recently said to me she likes me sharing my content. I said I’ve held back a...

Image of a black woman. Text reads Creatives Like Us Angela Lyons with Makeda Matheson

Episode 6 Hello Reader! In this episode, I speak with the incredible Makeda, a creative force who shares her journey from working with top fashion designers to directing films. She opens up about the power of mentorship, breaking industry barriers, and why diverse storytelling is more important than ever. Whether you're in the creative industry or just love a great story, this episode is packed with inspiration! I can't wait for you to... Meet... MakedaMatheson Writer and Director Start...

Font Love Friday and Other Designery Things

FONTLOVEFRIDAY Font ❤️ Friday and Other Designery Things #29 Hi Reader, Thanks for Subscribing ♥ Welcome to the first Font Love Friday of 2025! I didn’t send one in January because last month was just a massive blur. I launched my podcast Creatives Like Us and hosted an event with the same name, for creatives of colour. Which was brilliant. But I also had to do jury service. Which was not so brilliant. Then with catching up with all my work I had no capacity to write this newsletter. I love...

Welcome! Hello Reader! In this episode, I speak with Kala X. Yes we did joke about her name and that well-known Swedish furniture company! Alongside the smiles, Kala also tells us how she became a freelance journalist - with the highs and the challenges she faced. We also discuss her move into becoming a designer using vibrant African prints and up-cycling fabrics. I can't wait for you to... Meet... Kala Paul-Worika Freelance journalist & Afro chic clothing/home designer Start Listening Catch...

Creatives Like Us Podcast February 13, 2025 Welcome! Hello Reader! We are off! Thank you for joining me so far on the journey of starting this podcast, 'Creatives Like Us'. I don't take anything for granted - so thank you for allowing me to slide into your inbox. Creatives Like Us is a podcast dedicated to opening up the conversation and amplifying the voices of underrepresented creatives, especially people of colour. This podcast has an important message to share with you. Keep talking and...