Surface Pattern Commissions and Art Licensing

Alongside my own wallpaper and printed collections, I undertake a small number of commissioned projects and selective art licensing partnerships each year.

My work is hand-drawn and rooted in tradition, storytelling, and craftsmanship – creating designs intended to feel timeless rather than of-the-moment. I work with interior designers, private clients, and brands looking for considered, characterful pattern and illustration.

Commissions

Bespoke pattern & illustration

Commissioned work may include:

  • Bespoke wallpaper designs

  • Custom colourways or adaptations of existing patterns

  • Surface pattern design for interiors or other categories

  • Illustrative work inspired by place, history, or narrative

Each project begins with conversation and research, allowing the design to grow naturally from context rather than trend.

Selected approach

I take on a limited number of commissions to ensure each project is given the time and attention it deserves. This allows for a slower, more thoughtful process – from initial sketches through to final artwork.

The process

1. Initial conversation – scope, intent, and suitability

2. Research & drawing – exploration, reference, and hand-drawn development

3. Refinement – working closely with you to shape the final design

4. Delivery – finished artwork prepared for its intended use

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Art Licensing

Licensing partnerships

I love to work with others and am open to selective licensing opportunities where my work aligns naturally with the brand or product. This may include:

  • Wallpaper and interiors

  • Homeware and paper goods

  • Publishing and editorial projects

  • Fabrics for clothing or interiors

Licensing is approached carefully, ensuring the work retains its integrity and context.

Enquire about a commission or licensing project

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Portfolio

Welcome to my surface patterns portfolio, a place for me to share some of the patterns I’ve created.

This portfolio showcases a range of collections that reflect my passion for creating unique and timeless patterns, each with its own story and inspiration.

Here, you will find an array of projects that demonstrate my skills, creativity, and dedication to the art of pattern design.

All of the surface patterns shown below are available for licensing.

Contact me to discuss your project!

Emsworth Collection Header

The beautiful, historic town of Emsworth with it’s listed Georgian buildings, and old fisherman’s cottages, is alive with sea based activity. Both humans and animals flock to take advantage of the stunning setting in part of Chichester Harbour. With a nod to the town’s once famous oyster beds, as well as some of today’s more modern practises, this surface patterns collection is inspired by just some of the things that my home town of Emsworth has to offer.

Colours for Emsworth Collection in Blue

The Emsworth surface pattern collection has a coastal theme and is currently available in two colour ways – blue and ocean sunset.  Throughout the collection, you can find patterns depicting water inspired motifs including boats, seaweed, seagulls, swans and waves.

Surface Patterns - Emsworth Hero Blue Pattern
Waves Pattern Blue
Surface Patterns - Swan Pattern Repeat Blue
Surface Patterns - Gulls, Pattern Design in Blu, Emsworth Collection by Willow and Woods
Surface Patterns - Oyster Pattern in Blue, Emsworth Collection
Surface Patterns - Emsworth Collection - Boats Blue Pattern
Surface Patterns - Seaweed Repeat Pattern, Blue, Emsworth Collection by Willow and woods
Emsworth Stripe Pattern, Blue, Emsworth Collection by Willow and Woods
Emsworth Collection Second Colourway
Surface Patterns - Emsworth Pattern in Blue Wallpaper on Living Room Wall
Surface Patterns - Emsworth Hero Green/Pink Pattern, by Willow and Woods
Waves pattern in pink by surface designer Willow and Woods
Surface Patterns - Swan Pattern in Pink by Pattern Designer Willow and Woods
Surface Patterns - Gulls, Pattern Design in Blu, Emsworth Collection by Willow and Woods
Surface Patterns - Oysters by pattern designer Willow and Woods in pink/green colourway.
Surface Patterns - Emsworth boats repeat pattern designed by Willow and Woods, in pink/green colour way.
Surface Patterns - Seaweed Repeat Pattern in Pink Green Colourway by surface designer Willow and Woods
Emsworth Stripe by surface pattern designer Willow and Woods, in Green.
Surface Patterns - Swan Wallpaper Pattern in Pink by Willow and Woods

The tingle of sun on the skin for the first time since the coldness of winter. The gentle blossoms dancing on the trees. The sweet juices of a ripe strawberry on the tongue. The rustle of fallen leaves and the patter of soft falling snow. All of these delight as we experience the passing of time and witness the beauty of new chapters beginning. Each season brings with it a renewed sense of awe and inspiration for this surface patterns collection.

Four Chapters is a surface pattern collection which draws on nature through the seasons. Available in two colour ways – Spring Summer and Autumn Winter you’ll find all the seasons depicted in this collection, from bluebells to strawberries, blossom, acorns and winter skeleton leaves as well as a glimpe of sun and snow in the various different patterns. 

Surface Patterns - Strawberries Spring Pattern
Spring Vein Repeat Pattern
Surface Patterns - Acorn Bright Pattern
Summer Splash Repeat Pattern Design
Surface Patterns - Bluebell Spring Pattern Design
Blossom Storm Pattern Design
Fallin Pattern by Willow and Woods
Blossom Pattern Design by Willow and Woods
Surface Patterns - Spring Vein Pattern Wallpaper by Willow and Woods
Four Chapters Colours Autumn
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