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Everyday escapism: travel-inspired art for the quietly adventurous. Available for bespoke commissions. Shop online via southislandart.com South-west London based.

Distinctive geometric prints, original paintings, and homeware crafted to fill your home with memories. An artist creating evocative art of the places you love. Whether you're searching for an extra special present, a unique souvenir or that missing piece for your home, browse my gorgeous designs inspired by travel and the outdoors. My colours are based on those by leading interior paint brands, creating pieces perfect to fit in with your decor.

13/10/2026

New for this Christmas!

First, a new collection of Christmas cards - The Spirit of Christmas. Four thoughtfully designed cards conveying heartfelt wishes. Each one works individually or as a complete collection. They’re all set against a subtle mountain landscape with gentle painted textures; each design has an expansive, radiating sky with unique patterns and colour palettes that capture the feel of the word and season.

This might be my favourite collection so far, and I can’t wait to hear what you think. I previewed them earlier this year at The National Theatre with Crafty Fox Market, and they got so many lovely comments.

🕯️There’s also the Christmas Candle, with the same four words and a gently glowing candle, and past bestseller Winter Forest is back for 2026!

🎄 And then there’s a whole new product - wooden tree decorations! Choose from three designs: the atmospheric Iconic London with a wintry feel, the cosy, nostalgic Christmas on the Village High Street, and a bold pop of colour in Christmas Sleigh. Matching greetings cards are also available for the latter two. Three striking ornaments for your tree, laser-cut and printed on sustainably sourced wood. You can also use them as reusable gift tags for that special someone; they arrive pre-strung, and the reverse is blank.

🛍️ Head to my profile Travel-inspired art by Rowana to shop online

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Illustrated Christmas Cards | Wooden Christmas Tree Decorations

06/10/2026

🌏 Everyday escapism: colourful art for the quietly adventurous.

Distinctive geometric prints, original paintings, and homeware crafted to fill your home with memories. Here's how to shop with me this season, online and in-person.

🛍️ Shop online (link in profile )

You can find fine-art prints from almost 60 different locations. Travel across the globe from London to Sydney, from famous landmarks to natural landscapes. Bring the places that matter most to you into your home. You can shop by colour, theme and location.

You’ll also find a range of contemporary yet practical coasters and fridge magnets, along with shimmering greeting cards and one-off original paintings.

My online shop will be closing early this year - last orders will be December 1st for pieces in stock.

📅 Prefer shopping in person? Choose memorable gifts for your loved ones at Crafty Fox Market | Est. 2010 and Illustrators’ Fair events during November and December.

⭐ Every product you'll find is designed by me and made in the UK. I work with small to medium-sized businesses to manufacture my prints and home accessories.

Made to last: I choose materials for longevity and durability, so products last a lifetime or more.

Small batch: My home accessories are made in short runs, and all my prints are limited editions.

✏️ Commissions: The ultimate gift to delight and treasure, these one-off pieces are made just for you. I recommend allowing 6-8 weeks from placing a commission to receiving the final piece. Send me a DM Travel-inspired art by Rowana to learn more. Closing date for commissions for Christmas: October 15th

⭐ Head to Travel-inspired art by Rowana to shop online, join my mailing list and get in touch.

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12/09/2026

🐘 Elephant Safari.

🖼️ This wildlife illustration is inspired by a real moment on a day safari in Sri Lanka. We watched herds of wild, majestic elephants emerge from the lush jungle into green open spaces, heading for the watering hole. The herd’s matriarch watched over them, making sure the jeeps didn’t get too close; we saw mother and baby elephants traipsing by, along with all kinds of birds. The royal blues of peacocks strutting by. The landscape was full of birds - spot-billed pelicans, black-headed ibis, open-billed storks, Asian spoonbills. It was such a magical, once-in-a-lifetime experience and left us feeling rejuvenated.

I wanted this piece to capture that moment. The palette of soothing aqua blues and rejuvenating jungle greens is an instant tonic after a busy day, bringing a restorative, tranquil air as you watch wildlife go about their day.

🖼️ You can purchase this limited-edition fine-art print in two easy-to-frame sizes (A3 and A2). These formats really show off the detail within.

🛍️ Head to my profile Travel-inspired art by Rowana to shop online

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18/08/2026

Oh wow, Crafty Fox Market | Est. 2010 at the National Theatre did not disappoint! A HUGE Thank You to everyone who came on Sunday, made a purchase or stopped for a chat. The biggest of hugs to my friends who came by with so much encouragement and love.

What a venue to be inside. Of course, I had to bring my National Theatre prints which sold in both A3 and A4. It was such a moment to stand inside the building and see those illustrations go off to new homes.

✏️ Thanks to Crafty Fox Market | Est. 2010 for such an amazing day, for all the marketing, championing and support, and for checking on us throughout the day. To H U M A N . R E S O U R C E S for the lovely chats.

➡️ Swipe to see the art people most loved. I was absolutely over the moon to see all 3 of the original paintings that I brought with me find new homes.

🛍️ If you see anything you love, let me know or have a browse online (link in bio Travel-inspired art by Rowana). I’m also taking commissions for the next few months if you’re on the hunt for a one-of-a-kind piece.

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10/08/2026

📅 Sun 16 August 10am-4pm Crafty Fox Market | Est. 2010

📍National Theatre National Theatre

⭐ Wooo, it’s one week to go until a mega special event - Crafty Fox Samples & Seconds at the National Theatre on Southbank! WHAT a venue this is going to be, and you’ll be able to find super offers from a curated selection of designer makers.

Alongside this, the National Theatre will be having a props sale; you’ll have a fabulous choice of street food from KERB and did I mention it’s Southbank! I love, love, love just strolling by the river and soaking up all the architecture and the skyline.

My offers, which will include mini original framed paintings at 60% off (£34 instead of £85) and selected limited-edition A3 prints at 50% off (£25 instead of £50), will only be available on the day, in person. Can't wait to see you!

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What to do in London | London Market | Southbank London

20/07/2026

A big, big Thank You to everyone who came by ’s Fair in King’s Cross on Saturday, made a purchase, came for a chat, and came to see my new prints! Thanks for the love of my outfit (yes, I do try to match my outfit to my art 🤣!). I loved sharing stories with familiar faces and meeting so many new people. The excitement and smiles about my pieces really made my day. To my friends who came by for your unwavering support. All of it makes so much difference to a day.

I had a LOT of conversations about the London Tube. I hadn’t realised just quite how much love there is for the lines that we’re connected to through home and work.

✏️ Thanks to for a brilliant day, for all the run-up to the event and checking on us throughout the day. To and for being brilliant stall neighbours. And as always, and with the best hugs.

➡️ Swipe to see the art people most loved- I was so thrilled to see my newest prints find new homes.

🛍️ If you see anything you love, all pieces are available on my website (link in bio ). Prints are made to order and can take a couple of weeks to arrive; cards, coasters and magnets are available for immediate dispatch.

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12/07/2026

⭐️ Newness incoming!
They’re here! My 10th Anniversary London art prints are coming with me this Saturday 18 July to and I can’t wait to hear what you think.

🏙️ The 10th Anniversary London series is a fresh approach to pieces you’ve loved.
It includes: Iconic London, an imagined skyline print of famous landmarks, which follows on from my bestselling London, I Love You art. These two pieces capture the contrasts of London - how the light changes as days merge into night and back into day, the modern and historic buildings that sit alongside each other.

🗺️ And new tube map-style prints are in! We had Northern Line Southbound, travelling down through sunny South London from Waterloo / London Bridge to Morden. Now, your art journey will take you south along the Bakerloo line from Queen's Park to the south London terminus, Elephant & Castle, across the entire Victoria Line or head North along the Northern Line from Charing Cross / Bank to Mill Hill East, seeing how the lines intersect and loop around the City.
The geometric illustrations celebrate the interconnected beauty of London, removing the clutter to focus on beautiful, crisp angles and tiny, delightful details.

🎨 The colour palette throughout these 5 London prints draws on moments and memories from days and nights in the City. Sunshine-filled days that hum with vibrant energy, in saffron and tangerine oranges, clear sky blues, and a touch of violet, to buzzy, atmospheric evenings with glowing lights in hues of midnight blues and indigo, ruby reds, and deep amethyst.

🛍️ The London series is available to purchase as limited-edition signed prints on a matte, fine-art textured paper in sizes A3 & A2, and larger sizes on request. Shop via my link in bio or come along on Saturday to see them close up!

📅Sat 18 July 11am-5pm

📍The Crossing, Granary Square, King’s Cross NC1 4AA

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06/07/2026

📅 Sat 18 July 11am-5pm

📍The Crossing, Granary Square, King’s Cross NC1 4AA

⭐ My first event of the summer is in two weeks: Saturday 18 July with the brilliant Illustrators’ Fair at The Crossing in King’s Cross, a fabulous venue.

Come along and make a whole day of it - there are so many brilliant cafes, restaurants and street food surrounding the area. I personally love truck at Granary Square (outside & Other Stories) or in Lower Stable Street for cookies and coffee. Or take some time out in nature amongst the shady woodland areas of Camley Street Natural Park. I’ll pop a link in my stories to some ideas of how to spend a day in the area.

Swipe through to see a little peek of what I’ll be bringing with me - a mix of soothing, summery scenes, refreshing nature, and iconic cities.

And, if there’s anything in particular you’d like me to bring along, comment below or send me a DM .

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11/06/2026

🌟 10 Years of Mapping Memories: Part 2

In my last post, I shared the first five milestones of South Island Art's decade-long journey. This one looks at how the business has evolved and grown with your support.

🖼️ My first homeware range of mugs, coasters and placemats felt like making art more real. Going beyond the wall to add a special finishing touch to kitchens, dining rooms, and living rooms, filling our homes with memories. At an event a few months ago, a lady came by to say she’d bought some of my original coasters and that they were still going strong in her home!

🖼️ From Studio to Street: One of my most exhilarating moments was being commissioned to paint a Corgi for a Central London art trail celebrating Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee.

🖼️Collections rooted in nature. Two of my teenage art passions were the sea and florals. My Seaside collection was one of my first, and I continue to add to it, bringing the relaxing, soothing effects of beaches and water into our homes.

Florals evolved into The Garden Collection - inspired by a love of photographing flowers to discovering a love of birds, butterflies, and botanical gardens all over the world.

🖼️Evolving style: My shop opened with four locations. Today, that vision has grown into a collection of around 60 unique destinations across landscapes, landmarks and skylines. My style has transformed from minimalist pieces to richly detailed, layered designs that spark memories of travels and adventures. er look, sparking stories of past travels and dreams of the next escape.

🖼️ Growing a family’s collection: The final milestone story I’d like to share is one rooted in collaboration and stories - those ultra-magical repeat commissions. It’s that connection over how a place can bring people together with shared interests and cherished memories. This family in Australia now have 3 pieces that tell the story of their lives together ❤️

🖼️ Thank you for being a part of this!Looking ahead, there are SO many destinations I want to add - from Mallorca to Bangkok to more London tube maps. Where would you like to see next?

26/05/2026

✨ Celebrating 10 Years of Mapping Memories! 🎉

Wrapping up my 10th Anniversary series, here's a look at 5 milestones that have shaped my business.

🖼️ This journey actually began with an inspiring chat on the tube, followed by a weekend in North East England that fueled my vision for an online shop full of destination-based art collections — from architectural to whimsical pieces.

🖼️ I kicked off with a challenge to draw 100 landmarks in 100 days, perfect for gallery walls. This year, I’ll be launching a London Anniversary Collection, so join my mailing list for first access! (link in bio )

🖼️ Going from canvas to stall. My first event - Tootopia - was an experience like nothing else. It ignited my love for trading at curated markets, leading to events with , and . It's been a wonderful decade of sharing memories and stories with you, from foodie highlights in Boston to holidays with Grandma in Whitstable.

🖼️ As an avid reader, trading at The British Library with Crafty Fox Market was a dream come true. Everything clicked, from the other businesses to the shoppers, the sense of community was magical.

🖼️ Story of Us. An offhand comment from Mr R, whilst considering a print for our home, led to the creation of my popular bespoke concept, Storyline Skylines.

What began as a silhouette of us walking along Southbank evolved into a skyline of our important places. Some places no longer exist, so having them in our print keeps those memories alive, and it always sparks conversations with visitors to our home.

Since then, I've created bespoke pieces as wedding, engagement and milestone birthday presents. Each landscape is so meaningful.

⭐Thanks so much for being part of this journey so far. Read the full stories behind each milestone on my blog via the link in my bio. Stay tuned for Part 2 on South Island Art's growth!

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