A photograph of Felicity Wood - standing outside some traditional white cottages with thatched roofs. Decorated with illustrations of a lighthouse, map, watercolor palette and Celtic knot designs overlayed on the image.

Laa mie! Mish Felicity - Good Day! I am Felicity, an illustrator and children’s non-fiction author from the Isle of Man.

I am passionate about creating engaging, educational illustrations for children’s books, especially non-fiction titles that spark curiosity and help young readers learn about the world. My work enjoys playful storytelling and is often inspired by the landscape, heritage, and Celtic knotwork of my island home.

I am looking to collaborate with publishers, authors, and educators to illustrate books, learning resources or curriculum focused materials for children.

Have an idea? Please get in touch, I would love to chat!

enquiries@felicitywooddesigns.com

Clients, Sponsors and Partnerships:

Text stating 'Eiright Ashoonagh Vannin' alongside a purple and black abstract emblem.
Biosphere Partnership Logo
Isle of Man Arts Council Logo
Abstract digital art with green, yellow, and blue geometric shapes on a purple background.

Portfolio

Library Discovery Challenge - characters for summer reading challenge

Testimonial

“Working with Felicity on our collaborative project with the Island’s libraries was a real pleasure. She was commissioned to illustrate six characters from Manx Folklore for a book-themed discovery trail aimed at inspiring young explorers to visit each of the Island’s six libraries.

Felicity immediately understood the brief and delivered illustrations that were not only beautifully crafted, but perfectly matched the tone and audience we were hoping to reach. Her style is engaging, imaginative and full of personality which was exactly what the project needed to bring it all to life!

Throughout the process she was professional, creative and wonderful to work with and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her. Thank you Felicity!”

Cara

Arbory School Learning Philosophy - display board for Primary School

The Life of Archibald Knox - One Emotion at a Time - Children’s picture book for 8-12 years

Portfolio Image - Historical text about Archibald Knox dealing with Sorrow in his life, incorporating Celtic Knotwork and an illustrated funeral procession
A two-page illustrated historical account of William Knox and the Knox family, featuring a cartoon portrait of William Knox with tears, a drawing of a church, a gravestone, a vintage advertisement for William Knox Engineers, and silhouettes of a family with a person pointing.
Illustration of a maritime disaster involving the SS Peveril ship sinking after a collision with the SS Monarch during the night, with a map showing locations of Douglas, Heysham, and Liverpool, a letter describing the event, and a boat depicted in rough seas with the moon overhead.
Book spread with illustrations and text about Archibald's daughter Betty, her hand-painted Good Luck cards, and the significance of godparents, including a drawing of a man giving flowers to a girl and images of painted cards with decorative birds and swirls.
Illustrated pages from a family history book about Archibald Knox. The left page features a portrait of a man, a map of Scotland showing Clan locations, and a historical village scene. The right page contains a family tree with names and relationships, including a tree ring with dates 1864 and 1933, and roots showing a small animal and a yellow flower.
A map of Sulby in 1902 with drawings of local landmarks, a portrait of Archibald, a clock, and jewelry, alongside text describing the history of Sulby and Archibald's work.

Little Wren’s Manx Christmas - Children’s picture book for 4-8 years

Illustration of children watching a play called 'The White Boys' in a street, with actors dressed in colorful, harlequin-style costumes and props like shield and sword, performing superhero-like roles as part of a theatrical play.
Illustration of children dressed in costumes and playing musical instruments, with a string of colorful holiday lights overhead. The scene is festive, with children engaging in dress-up, singing, dancing, and playing music, representing the Mollag Bands.
Illustration of a story about the Laaif Vane, a large puppet of a white ghost horse with a decorated head, a person with glasses and short dark hair hiding behind a white sheet, and a small mouse. The background features a dark sky with small yellow stars, a bird, and holly with red berries.

Bird Collection - New work combining ornithology and Celtic art

Portfolio Work by Felicity Wood - Bird Collection - New work combining ornithology and Celtic art Stonechats
Portfolio Work by Felicity Wood - Bird Collection - New work combining ornithology and Celtic art Barn Owl
Portfolio Work by Felicity Wood - Bird Collection - New work combining ornithology and Celtic art Phainopepla
Portfolio Work by Felicity Wood - Bird Collection - New work combining ornithology and Celtic art Rainbow Lorikeet
Portfolio Work by Felicity Wood - Bird Collection - New work combining ornithology and Celtic art Hens and chicks
Portfolio Work by Felicity Wood - Bird Collection - New work combining ornithology and Celtic art Duck
Digital Illustration by Felicity Wood of a kettle and a cup of tea. Incorporating text "Pop the kettle on" and Celtic knot work in a watercolour and pencil style.

Editorial Examples - Kitchen

Digital Illustration by Felicity Wood of the mess made when a child makes toast. Incorporating text "anyone for toast and jam?" and Celtic knot work in a watercolour and pencil style.