Michelle Witts - Textile Designer and Artist

I'm a textile designer and artist living near to the Devon coast, where the surrounding countryside and wildlife provide endless inspiration for my work.

With a background in textile design, I've always been fascinated by the colours, textures, shapes and patterns found in nature. My illustrations celebrate these details, particularly the wonderful character and markings of British birds.

Explore The Collections

A collection of my illustrations, inspired by the movement, colours and character of birds and animals along the British coastline and the countryside,.

Each print is produced to order, rather than held in stock. Please allow time for printing and delivery. If you have any questions about a particular illustration, you're very welcome to get in touch.

Explore the coastal prints

  • Cornish Sand Martins in Flight

    An atmospheric print of Sand Martins in flight along the Cornish coastline, inspired by the wild beauty and movement of South West England's shores.

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  • Cornish Flight - Gull Print

    A beautifully atmospheric Cornish Gull print by the wild coastline, sea air and swirling skies.

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  • Clifftop Flight - Cornish Choughs

    A striking Cornish Chough print inspired by the rugged cliffs and wild beauty of Cornwall.

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  • Coastline Illustration - Gunwalloe Beach

    A hand-illustrated coastal landscaped inspired by the Cornish coast and shoreline.

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A Glimpse into My Studio

My designs often begin with a walk along the Devon coast or through the surrounding countryside, where I'm constantly noticing the colours, shapes and patterns of the natural world.

Back in my studio, these little observations gradually become sketches and illustrations, inspired particularly by the wonderful character and markings of British birds.

I love seeing how an idea develops from those first drawings into a finished design.

Meet the Artist