About
Passionate about art from a very early age, Rosalind earned an MA and BA (Hons) from Glasgow School of Art in Graphic Design, Illustration, and Photography, followed by work in the BBC Design Department. Her pursuit of deeper creative inquiry led her back to postgraduate study, exploring sculpture for living, philosophy, psychology, sociology, and collaborating with notable designers such as those from Sottsass Associates.
Rosalind now lives in France, on the border of Monaco, and it’s here that her work has found its muse. Known for vibrant, analogue illustrations made with marker pens, acrylics, gouache, and traditional techniques, she captures the ever-changing landscape of the Principality in all its detail and energy.
Her postcards and drawings are love letters to Monaco’s rhythms: its iconic views and glossy glamour, but also its cranes and construction sites, its quiet traditions, and the often-unsung people who keep it all shining behind the scenes.
Alongside her postcard art, Rosalind designs interiors and gardens, draws portraits, and collaborates on design projects such as the illustrated poster series for a café on Lavender Hill, and an illustrated A–Z of Monaco.
Rosalind’s art celebrates recognition, nostalgia, and emotional truth. Her portraits aren’t just images—they’re human stories seen through a vibrant, deeply observant lens
Media
“I work with vibrant colours, mastering different marker pens, acrylic and alcohol-based, as well as acrylic paint and gouache. Occasionally I also use pencils if my eyes allow...!”
The Process
“I spend a long time simply gazing at views. I sketch, return several times, and try to capture the true “portrait” of a place. I take photos on my phone as references, but I don’t use a computer, everything is analogue. I missed the digital wave at art school and feel more at home with pen and ink!”
Inspiration
“I’m inspired by my surroundings- beneath Monaco’s glamorous image, there’s a heartbeat I find deeply compelling. I paint realistically because I want to honour what’s actually there, the dolce vita, the institutions, the vibrant customs, the people. Over the 20 years I visited before moving here, Monaco changed so quickly, and I love capturing that energy.
I often say this city is a superstar, but the real heroes are the gardeners, cleaners, litter collectors and bin men. Nothing shines without them.
In many ways, my postcards are a love letter to my surroundings”.