My studio practice is rooted in thoughtful design, art, ecology, and research. It was founded on the belief that design can be a powerful tool for attention, care, and environmental connection. We specialize in detailed, research-based visual storytelling—particularly through botanical illustration—but our work spans a range of formats, from print and exhibition design to educational materials and public art. At the heart of it all is a commitment to translating scientific knowledge into emotionally resonant, visually engaging experiences.
The studio began organically, growing out of my background in fine arts, scientific illustration, and years working with architecture firms. That cross-disciplinary experience shaped the way I approach projects—blending clarity and structure with sensitivity and nuance. Architecture taught me how materials carry meaning, how scale affects perception, and how every design decision—no matter how small—is ultimately about shaping how people interact with their surroundings. Those lessons have become essential to the way the studio now works.
One of our most recognized projects is Field Notes Botanical Illustration, a multi-year body of work that documents native and at-risk plant species through a blend of traditional drawing and digital refinement. This series has been exhibited in museums, universities, and public institutions across Canada, and it continues to evolve as both an art project and a platform for environmental education. The studio's practice extends beyond illustration alone—we develop our own materials, such as handmade recycled paper embedded with native wildflower seeds, to reinforce the ecological values embedded in the work.
Collaboration is central to the studio’s ethos. We often work with scientists, conservationists, educators, and cultural institutions to create work that is not only visually compelling but also deeply informed. Whether it’s designing a publication for a botanical garden or developing interpretive graphics for a public installation, we aim to create experiences that are grounded in both accuracy and emotion—helping people connect more deeply with the living world.
Sustainability and material ethics are also foundational. Whenever possible, we use eco-conscious materials—natural inks, post-consumer waste paper, biodegradable substrates—and always consider the life cycle of what we create. We see each design as part of a larger system, one that ideally gives back more than it takes.
Ultimately, the studio’s goal is to inspire stewardship—through beauty, through knowledge, and through design that encourages care. We want people to not only learn something new from our work, but to feel something: a spark of curiosity, a moment of recognition, a renewed sense of connection. In a world that often moves too fast, our studio creates space to pause, to look closely, and to rediscover the wonder of the natural world. Whether through a finely detailed leaf vein or the careful design of a printed page, our work is an invitation—to see, to feel, and to protect what matters.