Frances Ives

Frances Ives is a UK-based illustrator and fine artist known for her expressive, atmospheric work that blends traditional media with contemporary storytelling. Her illustrations are rich in texture and emotion, often inspired by memory, place, and the natural world.

Working across watercolour, gouache, and mixed media, Frances creates art for editorial, publishing, and personal projects. She also shares insights into her creative process through workshops and social media, encouraging others to explore intuitive, expressive mark-making. Discover Frances’s favourite art supplies at Jackson’s.