I am a botanical illustrator and surface pattern designer, trained in documentary film-making. I create deeply researched illustrations and pattern collections, which are rooted in nature, places and folklore.
My bespoke work is suited to brands, who value storytelling, hand-drawn illustration and design excellence.
A selection of my designs are available for licensing.
Whether I am creating a signature illustration or a pattern collection, I begin with a story. Stories resonate better than facts or visuals alone. This is why telling a story is the foundation for my designs.
My hand-drawn style sits between nostalgic realism and intentional maximalism - creating unique visual expression, whether the outcome is an illustration or a repeat pattern.
A selection of my story-rooted designs is available for licensing through my Folio.
I'm a designer, who finds endless inspiration in the natural world - from my childhood growing up in a Finnish forest - to this day living in a lush Yorkshire valley - nature remains my most abundant muse!
I enjoy telling stories and helping heritage brands stand out from their competitors with timeless patterns and illustrations. I care deeply about the environment and work with companies to whom sustainability is an intrinsic value, not an afterthought.
A selection of my illustrations and surface repeat patterns for different markets. My designs always start as hand drawn pencil sketches, which I refine further with watercolour paints, ink markers or by colouring digitally. My work follows a clear creative process and is always rooted in a story.
To request access to my entire portfolio (trade only), please connect through my portfolio page or email me at: info@heidivilkman.com
