Ben Tallon

I miss retail. In some ways. I wrote about why those shop jobs before my creative industry career are valuable for recognosing what I need today. Read now in the diary at thecreativecondition.com #creativity #retail #drawing #art #illustration

New illustration work for @kirkus_reviews new front cover. Ink, brush, pens, spray paint by hand, composed digitally. Great mag to attack! #handlettering #illustrators #illustration #illustrator #drawing

Episode 2 of our new @thedolectures 'Do Radio' show 'I Am Not Creative' is out today, hosted by @dannyallison_illustration and I. We're discussing the mental battery and it's airing at noon and 8pm (GMT) today. Each episode goes on demand 3 weeks after release, and they air 3 times daily at thedoradio.com This is an incredibly candid and open chat about the need to protect our mental health in this chaotic, relentless world. As if by design, I had no sleep last night because the stress jug overflowed. #creativity #design #radio #podcast #mentalhealth

Thank you for the glowing feedback on episode one of my brand new radio show with @dannyallison_illustration on @thedolectures 'Do Radio' station. We kicked off with a snapshot of our current moment and what it means for creators - the challenges and opportunities. This week on episode 2 we're discussing the mental battery. Danny in particular is incredibly open about the role of a mental breakdown played in the shape of his creativity, and what he learned. You can listen Monday at 4am, noon, and 8pm (GMT) at thedoradio.com or on their app. Each episode is avaliable on demand 3 weeks after its release. Onwards and upwards! #radio #mentalhealth #creative #creativity #design

Delighted to be co-hosting a new radio show with @dannyallison_illustration on the @thedolectures ' fantastic Do Radio, called 'I Am Not Creative' exploring the challenges creators face in this current moment. Next airing is noon (GMT) on thedoradio.com - then daily! Check it out! #creativity #creative #radio #art #design

Custom lettering that doesn’t just fit a campaign, it speaks its language ✍️ Ben Tallon brings precision and personality to every mark, shaping words that flex from tight handwritten nuance to bold, brushstroke headlines. Every curve, weight and spacing choice is intentional, crafted in close collaboration to make sure the message lands exactly where it should 🎯 Ink, paint, spray or pencil; the medium shifts, but the impact stays loud. Artist: Tallon Type (@bentallon ) #WEAREILLUSTRATIONX #BenTallon #IllustrationXArtist #FeaturedArtist #HandLettering

Happy new year all! Some uodates on: A new storytelling/book writing coaching offer The brand new @creativecondition_ podcast episode with Head of @base_design New York @mintylew Last year's mental health trials The first week back! #creativity #coaching #coach #design #creative

I spend a lot of time talking about specific aspects of creativity, but I'd like to tell you what my coaching actually looks like in practice. I have a limited number of slots left in January, with some exciting ones lined up. DM or email me ([email protected]) and we can discuss your situation and come up with a plan! It is for anyone who wishes to better align with their pure creativity, not just professionals, and not just visual communicators. It's been a joy for me – an empath and an emotional sponge – to have the opportunity to help all kinds of artists, freelancers, founders, and everything in between, to take more conscious command of their creativity and direction, both personally and professionally, over the last two years. We'll usually kick off with my 'Pit Stop' intensive session. For some, this is enough, but with my long-term clients, it felt like a strong start, and we agreed to design 6-month and 12-month programs with quite specific goals in mind. In part 1 of the Pit Stop, we get deep into: 🕳️ Roots/origin story 🕳️ Current situation and the person you are right now 🕳️ Hopes, fears, ambitions, and dreams 🕳️ Frustrations, blocks, and constraints 🕳️ Insurmountables (the big, horrible bastards you have no control over but can reframe) 🕳️ Skills, growth, and broader abilities We leave no stone unturned. As much as you're comfortable sharing with me is magic because it's all relevant, and dots get joined that you might never have perceived as linked. Values, beliefs, misperceptions, and overlooked opportunities tend to emerge. Then we break, have a wander if we're in person, a brew if we're doing it over Zoom. Part 2 is an intensive work-through of my 'Anatomy of Creativity' map/framework, which covers these key areas of your creativity: 🫖 Core creativity 🫖 Personality 🫖 Community 🫖 Environment 🫖 Body and brain 🫖 Tech and digital 🫖 Play 🫖 Inspiration 🫖 Modifiers Then we part. I go away, we'll feel a little overwhelmed, and when you've had a chance to process the session, I'll deliver extensive, actionable written notes of recommendation with accompanying exercises. Let's talk. #creative #coach #coaching #creativity

Don't miss the 'working class voices' bonus podcast with the brilliant @wildwomanintheblue as we ponder the plight of working class people in a moment when there are many barriers to the creative industry and creativity at large. Out now at thecreativecondition.com or on your chosen podcast platform. #workingclass #creativity #creative #design #art

Brand new art. I worked on the new @redbulletin front cover, both Swiss and French editions, for their winter sports special. Hand lettering foiled. The result looks simple, but my hand lettering is a real craft, a hard-learned, instinctive process. Every character matters, and it's always custom, sympathetic to image, layout, negative space and mood. For more check out my Tallon Type portfolio with @weareillustrationx . #handlettering #wintersport #Type #design #illustration

Don't miss @wildwomanintheblue on this week's episode of The Creative Condition podcast. We're talking about striking the challenging balance of creative headspace, connection, and getting by financially. Charlotte's debut book, 'The Happy Nomad' is a stunning read and will soon be added to the reading list at thecreativecondition.com Supported by @weareillustrationx Coaching slots available in December (act fast!) And 2 left in January. Big chance to get the direction and clarity for your business and creative plans in 2026. #creative #creativity #coach #coaching #author #bookstagramuk

We've all felt the horrendous financial pressure that can throttle our ability to function, and of course, our creativity and ability to make good decisions. Today's episode of @creativecondition_ podcast digs into this, and the author of 'The Happy Nomad' Charlotte Bradman joins me to share her inspiring story of having to lose everything to see a better way. It shows us that what we're sold is not the singular truth. Supported by founding sponsor @weareillustrationx #podcast #creativity #career #creative #author #vanlife