Welcome to Rosie Brooks Illustration
Illustrator and Inkfluencer specialising in pen and ink & watercolour.
Rosie Brooks is a London-based illustrator working in traditional pen and ink and watercolour. Specialising in music, with a signature gentle humour, Rosie brings stories to life for publishers, individuals and luxury brands worldwide.
With over fifteen years of experience collaborating with high-profile clients, Rosie’s work is as versatile as it is memorable. Her distinctive pen & ink and watercolour illustrations span children’s publishing, live event sketching, bespoke commissions for luxury brands, and exclusive merchandise. Whether bringing stories to life for global publishers, capturing the energy of a live performance, or creating limited-edition art for discerning collectors, Rosie’s hand-drawn approach blends gentle humour, classical techniques, and a flair for visual storytelling that stands out in any setting.
Rosie’s distinctive position within the illustration world is rooted in her academic background with a BA in Music from Durham University combined with a Master’s in Children’s Book Illustration from Ruskin School of Art, Cambridge. This rare blend of classical music training and advanced illustration training has proven especially attractive to clients, many of whom value the creative depth, narrative sensitivity, and nuanced visual storytelling that result from her dual specialisms.
Rosie has worked with leading names including Oxford University Press, Classic FM, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Comic Relief, NSPCC, Royal Ballet and Opera, M&C Saatchi, The Ivy Club, John Lewis, Freud Communications, Marks & Spencer, Borough Market, Ogilvy, Christopher Ward Watches, Opera Australia, Hachette, Hilton London Bankside and The Royal Parks.
Whether you’re seeking artwork for your next publishing project, a live drawing experience for your event, or a unique illustration to elevate your brand, you’re in the right place. Explore the gallery, discover Rosie’s story, and see how illustration can add a touch of joy and heritage to your world.
For commissions, collaborations, or to discuss how Rosie’s unique approach can bring your next project to life, do get in touch.
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All artwork on this website is the exclusive property of Rosie Brooks. Use of any images, including for training or referencing generative AI models, is not permitted without explicit, written consent. Please respect copyright and fair treatment of artists – thank you for supporting creative work, its the right thing to do.
Rosie Brooks | London Illustrator – Pen & Ink, Watercolour, Live Events 