Illustrated Maps

I've always loved maps - from the illustrated ones at the front of a book showing real or imagined places, to historic maps that reveal how people once understood the world around them. What interests me most is how maps can help us to see a place or understand a journey, rather than just way-finding (although, of course, they're excellent for that, too!)

When I'm creating a new map, I tend to think about how I want to interpret a landscape, what character and connections I want to capture and how I can bring this all together to help people feel more connected to where they are. I hand-draw or paint all of the elements for my maps (depending on the style that I’m aiming for) and then create the finished map using graphic design software. You can see a selection of my original maps below.

I work with estates, landowners, charities and heritage organisations to create illustrated maps and interpretation for visitor maps, interpretation boards and printed material. I also take private commissions, often producing one-off illustrated maps as meaningful, personal pieces of artwork. You can find out more about working with me on my Commissions pages.

Some of these maps are available as A4 and A3-sized eco-friendly art prints, so if you’d like to purchase a map please visit my shop.