NEW WORK: KEW Answers book illustrations

KEW Answers for Everyday Gardeners by Polly Stevens

Book cover art illustration of an abstract plant

Kew Answers for Everyday Gardeners solves all your gardening conundrums, from pest control to pruning, and wildlife to weather management, with a series of 100 questions.

Client: Quarto Publishing

I was tasked to create ink illustrations in a minimalistic, contemporary botanical ink and brush style to be featured on the cover and chapter openers. Every illustration was hand-painted on paper and delivered as digital print-ready files.

Book cover art illustration of an abstract plant

Chapter opener illustration of garden objects

Gardening is one of my favorite themes to illustrate! If you are interested in hand-painted ink illustrations for a publishing project, get in touch.

Reviews from my Print shop: Botanical wall art. Shop small in 2024!

Welcome to my Print Shop review roundup! In this post, I’m excited to share feedback from wonderful customers who have chosen my botanical wall art to bring nature-inspired beauty into their homes.

As a small business owner in 2024, I’m so grateful for the support of those who choose to shop small. If you’re looking to add a touch of nature to your walls, or find the perfect gift, I hope these reviews inspire you to explore the unique offerings in my collection.

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Lily of the valley botanical art print
from $32.00

Lily of the Valley art print: “A very high quality print. Thank you!”

Huckleberry art print: “Shipping was fast, and the painting is just beautiful!”

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Red clover botanical art print
from $32.00

Red clover botanical art print: “This beautifully detailed artwork is a highlight of the room!”

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Poison garden botanical art print
from $30.00

Poison garden art print: “The print is absolutely beautiful and goes perfect in my moody half bath”

Belladonna art print: “Print shipped quickly and arrived adequately protected. The print itself is gorgeous and excellent quality. I can't get over how velvety the texture is 🥵 Thank you so much!”

Thank you for exploring these wonderful reviews! If you're looking to bring a touch of nature to your walls or find a thoughtful gift, I hope this inspires you to discover the unique pieces in my Shop. Here’s to finding something special to make your space bloom!

Birth Flowers and their meaning. ✨NEW✨ 2025 Floral Calendar

Step into a world of nature’s beauty with our Birth Flower Calendar – a heartfelt way to celebrate life’s precious moments! Each month unfolds with a vibrant watercolor flower painting, each bloom full of meaning and charm.

January: Snowdrop

Start the year with the resilient snowdrop, a symbol of pure joy and fresh beginnings. Try finding this little bloom peaking through the snow to welcome the new year with a smile.

February: Violet

Sweet violets bloom in February, representing loyalty, faithfulness, and a love that endures. Violets are also associated with purity and innocence due to their delicate petals and sweet fragrance. They symbolize a pure, untainted love or affection, as well as the innocence of youth.

March: Daffodil

The cheerful daffodil arrives with March, a symbol of rebirth and new joy. Let this sunny flower lift your spirits as you step into spring.

April: Daisy

The daisy is often associated with innocence and purity, partly due to its simple, unpretentious look. In the Victorian language of flowers, daisies were given to signify these qualities and new beginnings.

May: Lily of the Valley

Known for its small, bell-shaped white flowers, the lily of the valley represents humility, purity, and modesty. The flower’s unassuming beauty is a reminder of the elegance found in simplicity and the quiet strength of humble qualities.

June: Wild Rose

Wild roses are powerful symbols of love, passion, and beauty. For those born in June, the wild rose represents a deep, untamed love and an appreciation for natural beauty, symbolizing relationships that are heartfelt and enduring.

July: Larkspur

The larkspur, July’s birth flower, symbolizes positivity and dedication. Its vibrant blooms represent joy, commitment, and loyalty, embodying a lighthearted yet graceful spirit.

August: Poppy

Bold and vibrant, the poppy blooms in August, symbolizing strength and beauty. Despite its delicate appearance, the poppy can grow in harsh conditions, symbolizing resilience, strength, and the ability to thrive amid adversity.

September: Aster

In August, the aster shines as a star of late summer, symbolizing love, wisdom, and a hint of magic. The aster has long been linked to wisdom and intelligence. In Greek mythology, asters were sacred to the Greek gods and goddesses, symbolizing divine wisdom and understanding.

October: Marigold

October bursts into color with the marigold, a symbol of passion and creativity. With its bright, fiery colors, the marigold is often associated with passion, creativity, and warmth. It represents the spark of inspiration and is thought to encourage bold expression and imaginative thinking.

November: Chrysanthemum

As the year quiets down, November’s chrysanthemum brings calm and optimism. Chrysanthemums are often linked to loyalty, honesty, and sincerity, reflecting qualities valued in friendships and relationships.

December: Narcissus

End the year with the joyful narcissus, a flower of celebration and renewal. Narcissus flowers bloom in winter, bringing brightness and new life to the colder months. As a December birth flower, the narcissus symbolizes hope, optimism and good fortune, reminding us that beauty and new beginnings are always possible, even in the most challenging times.

Our Birth Flower Calendar is more than just a visual delight – it’s a year-long journey with nature’s loveliest blooms! Whether it’s a thoughtful gift or a special treat for yourself, this calendar brings a bit of floral magic to each month. Grab yours today and let the joy of birth flowers warm your heart all year round!

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2025 Illustrated Wall Calendar - Birth Flowers
2025 Illustrated Wall Calendar - Birth Flowers
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Label illustrations for Procter&Gamble Ivory Body Wash

Procter & Gamble reached out to me to create label illustrations for a range of their Ivory brand Body Wash. The brief included illustrations across several labels, each featuring an original scent.

Ivory has a unique heritage, being the oldest brand created by the P&G, founded in 1879. The brief called for images that were artistically hand-painted in traditional media.

This presented an opportunity to focus on crafting the hand-painted look of watercolor painting with visible brush strokes while maintaining realistic detail. My efforts were spent creating the unique painted quality that makes watercolor illustrations so appealing.

I was commissioned to create artwork for the illustrated labels including Water Lily, Coconut, Aloe, Lavender, Jojoba, Honey, Original and Fragrance-free.