Fred Butler graduated with a degree in fashion design from the University of Brighton in 2003. After assisting Set Designer Shona Heath and embarking on some freelance prop making, Fred launched her website of art direction in 2006. Fred specialised in creating props as accessories for stylists such as Nicola Formichetti, Patti Wilson and Francesca Burns. Working on one-off commissions has also led to Fred Butler working with numerous musicians. One of her pieces was used in the album cover artwork for Patrick Wolf and Fred has also made tour costumes for Bishi and Sigur Ros. Most recently her work has been used in videos for La Roux, The Gossip, Lady Sovereign and in press shots for Little Boots and Skunk Anansie.