Andy R Davies

Andy R Davies is a Senior Lecturer in Illustration at the University of Worcester, affiliated with the School of Design and Creative Arts. He combines academic practice with part-time doctoral research, exploring storytelling through illustration, particularly focusing on the narratives of the River Severn. His career spans both education and creative practice, with a strong emphasis on visual communication and environmental themes.

Education

• PGCert in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education (University of Worcester)
• MA in Art and Design (Loughborough University)
• BA (Hons) in Visual Communication (Loughborough University)

Research & Creative Practice

Davies' work bridges academic instruction and applied illustration, often addressing environmental concerns and mythological narratives. His projects include Sea Change, a research-driven series responding to sewage pollution in English rivers, and The Mountain, a silent picture book exploring temporal and ecological perspectives. He also creates illustrations for publications like GO WILD! Magazine (WWF) and Woman's Weekly, focusing on themes such as mental health, travel, and social commentary.

Collaborations & Themes

Davies' portfolio includes collaborations with The Guardian, Condé Nast Traveller Magazine, and Gardeners' World Magazine. His practice integrates art with ecological advocacy, drawing inspiration from nature, travel, and literary works like Italo Calvino's Invisible Cities. He actively uses illustration as a tool to translate complex narratives into accessible visual formats.