Hannah is an animation director and illustrator based in London, UK.

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Hi Hannah. Can you tell us a little bit about your tape and your song selections?

Hello! This is for all the night owls out there… I often end up working late at my desk or find it hard to sleep until the wee hours of the morning, my brain rattling around with anxious thoughts or tomorrow’s tasks. There is nothing more reassuring than popping some headphones on and tuning into some soothing tunes to ease that brain and keep you company on those late night work stints.

In those moments music can make me feel less alone and worried, transporting me somewhere else entirely or simply keeping me company as I work on that final drawing. I would love for my mixtape to do that for someone else out there too.

What direction did you take with your cover art, and what was your process?

Of course my cover art was created at night, in order to channel the nocturnal vibes. My aim with my design was to try and capture the feeling of being carried away into new environments and spaces with music, even when you’re just sat at your desk working. I wanted it to feel calming and peaceful to reflect the tone of some of the tracks.

What are your fave album covers, records with a great music and artwork combo, or musical projects with a visual component?

Hi, How Are You: The Unfinished Album – Daniel Johnston
1983, Self-released
Artwork: Daniel Johnston


Sometimes I Sit And Think, And Sometimes I Just Sit – Courtney Barnett
2015, Marathon Artists / House Anxiety
Artwork: Courtney Barnett