A KEIGHLEY artist has written a book detailing his work in the TV, film and music industries.

Illustrator Ben Tallon has written about how to survive as a freelancer in the creative industries.

The book, Champagne And Wax Crayons, documents his journey from 'self-unemployment' to making a career out of his passion.

Obsessed with wrestling and football, soon after starting out he landed World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) as his first client.

He went on to work with Leeds United Football Club, and has continued to work for major clients including the Guardian, Channel 4, Russell Brand, Manchester United and UNICEF.

He is now an internationally-renowned illustrator, artist and art director on film, music and TV.

LID Publishing spokesman Amrita Brard said Ben’s book was a savvy, hilarious and original guide to navigating the ups and downs of a creative career.

She said: “It is the story of Ben’s journey from his childhood hobby of drawing to a freelance career working with the world’s most glamorous clients in illustration, graphic design, music, film and television.

“It details the highs of securing dream client World Wrestling Entertainment and the lows of unconventional methods of paying the tax bill.

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“This humorous, brutally honest documentation of navigating the art world alone and breaking into new markets introduces the real side of the creative industry and what you need to do to make your way to the top.”

Mark Rader, from Channel 4 and MTV, has described Champagne And Wax Crayons as a funny and informative guidebook for anyone wishing to break into the creative industries.

He said: “Ben pulls off the feat of bringing his story to life in vivid and engaging detail.

“It’s clear that he had to call on all of his natural tenacity and sense of humour just to stay on board the emotional rollercoaster where others would have come flying off.”

Visit lidpublishing.com for further information on Champagne And Wax Crayons.