Custom Book Illustration Services
With over a decade of experience, I specialize in creating detailed watercolor illustrations that capture the essence of any story. Whether you're publishing a nature-focused guide or sharing practical gardening tips, my artwork can bring your vision to life.
Watercolor artwork featured in a nature guide - plant identification illustration.
Watercolor artwork featured in a wild foods nature guide.
I have extensive experience creating scientifically accurate botanical illustrations, specializing in medicinal plants and wild foods. My artwork features realistic detail that is not only visually captivating but also precise enough to aid in plant identification, making it perfect for field guides, educational materials, and nature-inspired publications.
Take a look at more work I created for this Wild Remedies book project or check my Portfolio.
Illustration process
Let me take you on a journey from initial concept sketches to final production-ready files.
Watercolor artwork for books - painting process
Your Project Brief and Vision discussion
We'll start with an in-depth conversation to understand your goals, target audience, and the unique story you want to tell through your project. This step ensures that every detail of the artwork aligns with your vision and goals. This is the time to share any references, species list and any other info that’ll help guide the decisions.
Custom Detailed Sketches
Next, I'll develop detailed sketches with room to refine the composition, giving you the opportunity to provide feedback and ensure the design perfectly matches your expectations.
Deliver Hand-Painted Watercolor Illustrations Ready for Publishing
Finally, I'll bring your project to life with meticulously hand-painted watercolor illustrations. Each piece is delivered as high-resolution digital files, optimized for printing or digital use, and ready to enhance your publication with timeless, botanical beauty.
Initial sketches / layout
Painted from nature - watercolor artwork for a medicinal plant guide.
Custom hand-illustrated watercolor artwork of plants and food
I specialize in blending botanical accuracy with compelling compositions, creating artwork that is as informative as it is beautiful. My deep understanding of plant structures and details allows me to craft scientifically precise illustrations, whether depicting medicinal plants, wild foods, or ornamental flora. My illustrations are designed to not only inform but also engage and inspire, offering viewers a connection to the natural world through art.