A WILTSHIRE artist has had his work showcased on a global platform. Del Llewellyn, of Llewellyn Illustrations, was commissioned to produce his first portrait when he quit his job as a postman in 2018. He has now created stunning hand-drawn portraits of footballers, such as legend Lionel Messi and the late Diego Maradona, that are on sale for thousands of pounds. His portraits – alongside signed limited edition reproductions and prints – has become available following a socially-distanced signing session at Messi’s home last month. Mr Llewellyn said: “I started creating portraits of footballing stars to combine my passion for art and football. I’ve always loved drawing and never thought it would be something I’d be able to turn into a career..”
Malmesbury High Street With days to go until Britain leaves the European Union, businesses have given a relieved but apprehensive welcome to the Brexit trade deal. The transition period ends at 11pm on Dec. 31 - with a new era soon to be ushered in. Gordon MacPherson, managing director of The Retailer Group, has shared his thoughts on the newly-agreed deal. Based in Malmesbury, he has spent much of the year working with high street retailers on how they can best respond to the challenge of coronanvirus. Moving foward the challenge of Brexit could give buisnesses a chance to be more resilient than before.