Professional artist joins arts council

A professional artist and designer has become the latest addition to the Isle of Man Arts Council.

Jade Boylan says as the youngest member of the council she looks forward to 'connecting with the Islands emerging artists to enable them to develop their creative potential'.

Working as a freelance illustrator and graphic designer she founded an online business marketing her work as widely as America, Europe and Australia.

Chair of the council, Marlene Maska MLC, says Jade with her interests across a series of different fields will 'bring a valuable perspective and added depth' to the group.