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By Lotti Brown
A collection of nature-inspired artwork - from birds and wildlife to botanical and seasonal pieces - all drawn from observation, folklore and the changing landscape...
Nature is full of small moments - often fleeting, easily missed, but quietly meaningful...
- A bird pausing on a branch
- Light moving across a field
- The first blossom appearing on a bare hedge
My artwork begins with these moments...
Each piece is drawn by hand, shaped by observation, and inspired by the changing seasons, British wildlife, and the quiet threads of folklore that run through the landscape.
You can explore the collections below - from birds and wildlife to botanical and seasonal pieces...
And follow the subjects that draw you in....
Lotti Brown
Art inspired by nature and wildlife...Art Inspired by Nature & Wildlife
Each piece begins as a careful study from my sketchbook and/or nature journal, drawn to capture both detail and spirit - I then carefully create each piece with pens, inks, and coloured pencils to make joyful artworks to help connect you with nature.
Read more about how my artworks begin, here...
And find out why I create my art the way I do, here...
The collections celebrate the wildlife that surrounds us here in Britain - the animals, insects and birds who share our fields, woodlands, hedgerows, gardens, and skies.
Art inspired by nature of the British countrysideSome pieces come from moments seen often - familiar paths, returning birds - while others are shaped by stories, symbolism, and the way nature has been understood across time.
Together, they form art collections rooted in noticing - and in the quiet magic of the natural world.
These collections of nature-inspired art bring together wildlife, birds, and botanical illustrations, all drawn from observation and inspired by the changing seasons in the British landscape.
Explore the collections below...
British Birds
A collection of familiar and much-loved birds, drawn from quiet encounters in gardens, hedgerows, and open fields...
Each piece captures a moment of song, colour, and quiet connection with nature.
Raven art (detail)Corvid Collection
Crows, ravens, rooks, jackdaws and magpies - darker, watchful birds shaped by folklore, intelligence, and presence...
Meet the corvids and explore their art & folklore here... (coming soon)
Wildlife
A celebration of Britain’s wilder side - hares, foxes, deer, and other woodland companions.
These pieces reflect my fascination with the stories and personalities that live quietly in our landscapes.
Celtic Tree Calendar
A special series honouring the trees of the Celtic Tree Calendar — each one with its own meaning, spirit, and season.
These artworks blend mythology, symbolism, and a deep respect for nature’s wisdom.
Flowers & Botanical
From bright garden blooms to humble wildflowers, this collection celebrates the intricate beauty and joyful colour of the world of flowers.
Each flower is a little reminder of how noticing something small can lift our day.
These artworks combine my hand-drawn illustrations with digital techniques.
Hollyhocks artButterflies & Moths
Intricate and joyful, these butterfly and moth artworks honour transformation, freedom, and the fleeting beauty of life.
Many of these combine my intricate watercolour natural history illustrations with digitised botanical drawings.
Each piece begins with a moment of noticing - you can explore further through the collections above...
Behind the Scenes of the Artworks
Each illustration starts in my nature journal - observing, sketching, and noting small details from walks through the local fields and woods.
I then refine these drawings into finished pieces using pens, inks, and coloured pencils, celebrating both the accuracy of nature and the joy of my imagination.
I start my drawing with fine-liner pens
Goldfinch drawing
Song thrush drawing in pens and coloured pencils
Kingfisher drawing work in progressHow my Earlier Digital Artworks were Created
Celtic Moths
'Ferny Fox'
'Chaffinches in Cherry Blossom'My earlier digital artworks were all created by hand with a blend of traditional drawing and digital art techniques.
Each piece began with a pencil, pen, or brush - drawn or painted on card or watercolour paper. I would sketch a bird or animal first, then create the flowers, leaves, and other elements individually, giving each its own attention and character.
Peacock butterfly watercolour painting
Once complete, I scanned my drawings and then brought them together digitally using Adobe Illustrator - carefully refining the colours and composition until the final piece captured the balance and brightness I imagined.
This mix of hand-drawn detail and digital artistry allowed me to explore colour and pattern in new ways, creating designs that translated beautifully into art prints, apparel, and home décor.
Though my newer work has returned to fully traditional media, I still love these earlier pieces for their creativity, joy, and the way they bridge my journey from digital designer to traditionally hand-drawn nature artist.
Peacock butterfly art - all hand painted and hand drawn by meLove nature too..?
If you love nature too, you might enjoy nature journaling, which I find is a lovely way to feel connected with nature.
Start exploring my main nature journaling page here to see all my information and resources, including:
Shall we stay in touch..?
Each month, I share stories from my own nature journal, new art from my studio, and simple seasonal inspiration to help you feel more connected with the turning year - if you'd like to stay updated, please sign up with your email address below...
Recent Articles
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Quiet Magic - Finding Meaning in Nature & Folklore
May 13, 26 06:10 AM
Discover what 'quiet magic' means through nature, folklore and mindful noticing. A reflection on slow living, seasonal rhythms and emotional wellbeing. -
Hawthorn Tree Meaning & Symbolism
May 12, 26 03:31 AM
Explore hawthorn tree meaning and symbolism as part of the Celtic Tree Calendar... -
Blackbird Folklore & Song - Myth, Meaning & Art
May 06, 26 05:39 AM
Explore blackbird folklore, symbolism and meaning through British myth, song and seasonal stories, illustrated with hand-drawn blackbird art...
Shop My Current Collection of Art Prints
Find my stockists for all my earlier artworks here...
Lotti Brown is a self-taught nature artist and nature journaling educator whose hand-drawn work is inspired by wildlife, folklore, and close observation. With 18 years in creative fields and 10 years creating nature art, she brings deep practical experience to her work. Trained by the Wild Wonder Foundation, she shares nature journaling courses and guides online. Her artwork has been licensed internationally and exhibited at Goole Museum and Bridlington Spa in the East Riding of Yorkshire, UK.
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