CARDIFF LIVES
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ophie Bishop joined the team at Cardiff Airport three years ago. As graphic designer she helps create all the branding and logos that greet people as they land in the city!
What do you like most about Cardiff? Cardiff is the perfect city to get lost in. I love nothing more than wandering around the Castle Arcades and St David’s Shopping Centre when I have some free time. There’s something for everyone, whether it’s high street brands, small boutiques or specialist shops. I’m a real magpie and am always in search of shiny objects! I’m also vegetarian and I really like the choice of cafés and restaurants that there is around the city. What has been the highlight of your career so far? At Cardiff Airport I’m lucky enough to work alongside a number of airlines, and I really enjoy working with them to understand their brand, their tone of voice and creating artwork that reflects their values. It allows me to work closely with our airline partners to create campaigns that are very impactful and stand out. What has been your most embarrassing moment? My boyfriend Tom and I got into a bit of a pickle whilst on holiday in Iceland last year. Whilst out in search of the Northern Lights our 4X4 got absolutely wedged into a snowdrift. After hours of trying to dig ourselves out, and with darkness fast approaching we finally had to give in and call on the Icelandic emergency services to come and rescue us! Cringe. Who would you invite to your dream dinner party? My childhood favourites Angela Lansbury and Dick Van Dyke; designer Milton Glaser; comedian James Acaster; my favourite Podcaster Karen Kilgariff and musician Jimi Hendrix – he’d certainly make things entertaining!
SOPHIE BISHOP Cardiff Airport’s graphic designer shares her secrets How do you relax? I love a relaxing bath after a long day, I also own lots of nail varnishes and enjoy giving myself a nice manicure.
What’s your favourite shop in Cardiff? I love Scribbler, a cute little stationery shop on The Hayes. I like the different designs and the gift cards available.
What’s on your bookshelf at the moment? We have many coffee table books, especially books about landscape photography. There are also many vegetarian and vegan cookbooks. I’m currently reading The Leopard by Jo Nesbitt.
And your tip for the best place to eat out there? My tip is Wahaca. Although it’s well known it’s still authentic with something for everyone on the menu. There are lots of vegetarian choices too.
What do you never leave home without? My Charlotte Tilbury lipstick.
Tell us about a secret Cardiff spot we might not be aware of… Not sure if it’s secret anymore, but Pettigrew Tea Rooms is absolutely lovely. A quaint tea room in the grounds of Bute Park offering delicious afternoon tea!
What’s your guiltiest pleasure? Without a doubt, cheesy 80s pop music. I love it. The cheesier the better! Which piece of music always sends a shiver down your spine? Graceland by Paul Simon. It reminds me of my mum and being little.
Which words or expressions do you use the most? I always seem to add “If I’m being perfectly honest” to the end of my sentences!
What are you listening to at the moment? I am absolutely addicted to podcasts, I particularly enjoy crime podcasts like My Favourite Murder which discusses true crime in a comedic way.
Who would play you in a film about your life? Drew Barrymore.
What’s your favourite television programme? It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia.
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Surprise us with a revelatory fact about yourself… I have a condition called Pernicious Anaemia which is essentially a B12 deficiency. It’s treated and under control now, but like many people it took many years for me to be diagnosed properly. I’m keen to raise awareness of the condition as it can cause a range of symptoms that affect your quality of life. I find resources like the Pernicious Anaemea Society really useful. It’s run by Martyn Hooper and the organisation is based in South Wales. www.cardiff-airport.com