Illustrations by Vicky Steane

Vicky Steane's illustration work spans decades and disciplines — from intricate biro wildlife studies and architectural pen drawings to music culture art and historical commissions. Each piece is drawn entirely by hand, with extraordinary attention to detail and line. Illustrations are available as prints and on selected merchandise.

To view the full illustration portfolio, visit vickysteane.com.

Squids In — Biro on Paper

A breathtakingly detailed biro illustration of an octopus — every sucker, tentacle curl, and texture rendered entirely in ballpoint pen. A testament to patience, precision, and the extraordinary possibilities of the humble biro. Available across a wide range of merchandise.

Squids In Men’s Classic T-Shirt  |  Squids In Women’s Classic T-Shirt  |  Squids In Cropped T-Shirt  |  Squids In Women’s Cropped Vest  |  Squids In Men’s Hoodie  |  Squids In Women’s Hoodie  |  Squids In Wide-Leg Pants  |  Squids In Tote Bag  |  Squids In Holographic Stickers

Locomotion Number One

A highly detailed pencil and charcoal illustration of Locomotion No. 1 — the historic steam engine that made history as part of the Railway200 Exhibition, celebrating 200 years of train travel in England. This piece connects Vicky’s illustration work to her broader Railway200 collaboration, which also featured the celebrated London Travel Card Map.

Locomotion Number One Railway200 Hoodie →

Speaker Stack

A hypnotic biro illustration of a towering reggae sound system speaker stack — bold, rhythmic, and obsessively detailed. A love letter to sound system culture, this piece has become one of Vicky’s most popular designs and is available across a wide range of merchandise.

Speaker Stack Classic T-Shirt  |  Speaker Stack Women’s Classic T-Shirt  |  Speaker Stack Men’s Hoodie  |  Speaker Stack Women’s Hoodie  |  Speaker Stack Yellow Button Shirt  |  Speaker Stack Tote Bag  |  Speaker Stack Snapback Hat  |  Speaker Stack Holographic Stickers  |  Speaker Stack Fridge Magnet

The Eel Pie Inn — Twickenham

A detailed pen and ink illustration of The Eel Pie Inn, the historic pub near Eel Pie Island in Twickenham. For 18 years, Vicky ran Tyler Studios from her boat moored at Eel Pie Island — a place steeped in music history and creative energy. This illustration is a personal tribute to a place that shaped much of her artistic life.